Around the Bay Food & Wine Taste Trail

Spend the day grazing your way around two of Victoria’s best-loved regions on this relaxed food, wine and coastal tasting journey. You’ll start in Melbourne and head across the bay for a mix of cellar-door pours, local flavours, fresh sea air and some seriously good views along the way. It’s the kind of day that lets you settle in, sip slowly and see a lot without ever feeling rushed.

From the waterfront charm of Geelong to the vineyard rows of the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas, every stop brings something different to the table. Taste wines in a rustic barnhouse at Scotchmans Hill, sit down to a seasonal lunch at Jack Rabbit, drift across the bay with afternoon tea and a good chance of spotting dolphins, then finish with local beer, coastal lookouts and the colourful bathing boxes at Brighton. If you like your sightseeing served with a glass in hand and a proper sense of place, this one’s for you.

Know before you go: - Please check your meeting point and departure time carefully before travel, as this tour departs from Melbourne and runs for around 10 hours. - Bring a comfortable pair of walking shoes, a light jacket for the bay breeze and sun protection for the coastal stops. - You’ll be visiting wineries, a brewery and coastal venues, so a valid photo ID may be required for tastings. - The order of stops can change depending on weather, traffic and venue availability. - Carry a bottle of water and a small day bag for your essentials. - This experience is best suited to adults who enjoy food, wine, scenic cruising and a full day out around the bay.