Mornington Peninsula Wine and Hot Springs Tour with Lunch

This full-day Mornington Peninsula trip combines a few of the region’s best-known experiences in one easy package: coastal views, a winery lunch and a long soak at the hot springs. It starts with local pick-up on the Peninsula, then heads to Arthur’s Seat for a short lookout walk over Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne skyline. From there, you’ll stop at a Red Hill winery for a wine paddle and gourmet grazing lunch before spending the afternoon at Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs. At $245, it sits more in the treat-yourself category than budget day trip territory, but the inclusions are solid if you want a relaxed day without organising transport yourself.

After pick-up, the first stop is Arthur’s Seat, where there’s a short 100-metre bush walk to a lookout with wide bay views. The middle part of the day is spent at Green Olive Estate in Red Hill, with an individual grazing board lunch featuring estate produce and a personal wine tasting paddle. In the afternoon, you’ll have around three hours at Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs, with access to more than 75 thermal pools set in native bushland. Travel is by small-group midi-coach, and the tour includes Wi-Fi, a guaranteed window seat and a local guide. Wine is for guests aged 18 and over, and upgrades for Spa Dreaming access or robe and towel hire are available at extra cost.