10 Wine Tours & Tastings in Gippsland That You Shouldn't Miss

December 29, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Discover the best top things to do in Gippsland, Australia including Regional Tastes - Wine & Beer Tour, Day Tour of Phillip Island, the surrounding region and wine tasting, Phillip Island, George Bass Coastal Walk and Penguins Tour, 1 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade , Great Ocean Road & Phillip Island - 3 Days, 2 Nights, 3 Day Private Tour Of Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road & Mornington Peninsula, 2 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade , Private tours from Melbourne, Foodie, Farm Gate & Wine Trail - Gourmet Gippsland from Melbourne, LGBT+ Friendly Full Day Phillip Island Private Tour.
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1. Regional Tastes - Wine & Beer Tour

Dianne's Venture Tours
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This tour is an all-inclusive wine and food tour, following the South Gippsland Wine Trail, driving through South Gippsland and Phillip Island. Visiting 4 to 5 wineries, a distillery, a brewey, an olive grove and a cheese factory with cheese tasting, hearty lunch. • Sightseeing - Phillip Island Coastline, Bass Coast Hinterland, The Bunurong Coastline, South Gippsland Hinterland • Pick up & drop off from your Phillip Island accommodation. Pick up from Melbourne extra charge  

Inclusions: Lunch at a local winery, Wine tasting , Cheese tasting, Sightseeing, Local guide, Bottled water, Beer Tasting

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Extra charge for pickup and return to Melbourne accommodation

Reviewed By emmajames98

My partner and I loved each of the wineries and now we’ll have our own little secret spots to return to in the future!

2. Day Tour of Phillip Island, the surrounding region and wine tasting

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Enjoy the views and the amazing coastline around Phillip Island and the nearby area, including surf beaches. All inclusive tour • Lunch • Local winery and brewery visit • Sightseeing—, the Nobbies, Phillip Island coastline and Bass Coast Hinterland, plus beautiful surf beaches • May see sightings of wallabies, penguins, Cape Barron Geese and birds

Inclusions: All inclusive, Sightseeing, Wine or beer tasting, All activities, Local guide, Bottled water, Lunch, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By O9235XIrobv

My wife and I took the tour with Dianne on Anzac Day. As trading hours were different to normal Dianne was flexible enough to change her normal start time and shuffle venues to accommodate. Every venue we visited had something unique to offer and lunch was great. The transport was clean and comfortable and Dianne's local knowledge was excellent. Take the tour, it's one you won't regret.

3. Phillip Island, George Bass Coastal Walk and Penguins Tour

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This is an all inclusive walking tour including the little penguins. You will walk around Churchill Island and the George Bass Coastal Walk. You will have lunch at a local cafe. In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to taste some local wanery at a Phillip Island winery, sightseeing the Phillip island coastline including beautiful surf beaches and the highlight is being taken to the penguin parade to see the little penguins coming in at dusk to their burrows or hatch. Included is your pick up & return to your Phillip Island or San Remo accommodation. if you require being picked up and returned to Melbourne there is an extra cost for this service.  

Inclusions: Lunch at a local cafe, Wine tasting, All activities, Local guide, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or car

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By O9235XIrobv

My wife and I took the tour with Dianne on Anzac Day. As trading hours were different to normal Dianne was flexible enough to change her normal start time and shuffle venues to accommodate. Every venue we visited had something unique to offer and lunch was great. The transport was clean and comfortable and Dianne's local knowledge was excellent. Take the tour, it's one you won't regret.

4. 1 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade

7 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia Posh Penguins
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This bestselling private 12 hour tour includes pre-paid entry to some of the islands most popular attractions, including the Penguin Parade, Churchill island, Koala Conservation centre, plus one additional attraction of your choice (from our optional attractions list - e.g wildlife park). We also make a stop for wildlife spotting as we search for wild wallabies in a quiet natural woodland location. ***Please note that our visit includes your entry ticket to the 'standard viewing platform' at the Penguin Parade. if you wish to upgrade your ticket option to 'Penguins Plus' this will be an additional $30 per person (or $60 p/p for a guided ranger tour) and is strictly subject to availability. Please contact us in advance of your tour departure date, or prior to making a booking, if you wish to request this upgrade.

Inclusions: Entrance fee's to all the attractions that we visit are included in the tour price, All Fees and Taxes, Pre-paid entry to Churchill Island, Pre-paid entry to The Penguin Parade (General Viewing) *Upgraded tickets available at aditional cost, Pre-paid entry to the Koala Conservation Centre, Pre-paid entry to one additional 'Optional Extra' , Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Professional Driver / Guide, Warm blankets for the Penguin Parade

Exclusions: Upgraded ticket option to the Penguin Parade (*subject to availability if you wish to upgrade). , Food and beverages

Reviewed By ir0nbru

Very good tour. Phillip Island is beautiful. I recommend taking a private tour as it’s catered to you. Particularly enjoyed getting out bush and looking for kangaroos and wallabies in the wild.

5. Great Ocean Road & Phillip Island - 3 Days, 2 Nights

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Take a private tour of the beautiful Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island, in your own personal luxury vehicle together with an experienced driver / tour guide. This trip will cover the entire Great Ocean Road, including all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus wildlife spotting, nature walks, ancient rainforests, towering rock formations. Phillip Island offers visitors the chance to see incredible Australian wildlife amongst spectacular landscapes. The Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm and Nobbies Centre are just a few of the island's unique attractions. Stay overnight in Apollo Bay & and the 2nd night in Melbourne (Own Cost). Tour departs Melbourne 10am. Returns back to Melbourne late evening on the final day of the tour.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Hotel Accommodation, Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By 395cat

Super day out. Fun, action packed, well organised, good standard of vehicle, safe driver, knowledgeable guide. Overall, an excellent day of touring.

6. 3 Day Private Tour Of Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road & Mornington Peninsula

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This private tour covers Phillip Island,The Mornington Peninsula, as well as all the main sights along the Great Ocean Road. This tour has it all - Ocean vista's, abundant wildlife, scenery, waterfalls, rainforests and small coastal towns - This is THE Ultimate touring experience! Day 1 will be spent on Phillip Island - including entry to Churchill Island, Wildlife Park, Koala Conservation Centre & The Penguin Parade. Day 2 will be a snapshot of Mornington Peninsula, including a winery location for lunch and travel to Great Ocean Rd via Sea Ferry Day 3 will focus of the sheer natural beauty of The Great Ocean Road. Stay overnight on Phillip Island AND Apollo Bay. Please note that accommodation, food and beverage costs are NOT included. This tour is very flexible and features many different components. And as our tours are fully tailored to the guest experience, we recommend you call/text/whatsApp us to discuss these tour options pre-booking

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Overnight Accommodation, Gratuities

Reviewed By Myusernameistaken36

Henry gave us a great tour of Phillip Island, aided by some beautiful weather (thanks melbourne). He was a very knowledgeable guide and just a great guy to have to spend the tour with. We had a close family friend who warned us from doing a trip down to Phillip Island. They hated it. But the more I read up on the island, the more I realised that most other people that had visited the island, overwhelmingly had a positive experience. But now I understand why my friend hated it. They took a bus tour and when we compared notes on our tour, they described the places they stopped. Well they only visited 3 stops. We visited about 10 different locations and half of them were definitely not on the tourist map as we were the only ones there. But to be honest, these were my favourite stops. They were well away from the tourist buses and in fact probably not accessible to the buses as we went down some narrow roads. But the wildlife there was out of this world. So look, if you are going to to Phillip island at all, find out where you will be taken. How much value for money are you getting. Are the tickets included. Is there an advantage to taking a private tour. How well does your group mix with other people you have never met. Do you want to go and your own pace or happy to go at the pace set by the rest of the group. Do you want to be picked up from your hotel doorstep or are you happy to jump on a tram to meet the bus tour. Obviously these are not questions my friends asked before she booked her tour. So really, do your research people or you will just end up on a tour that isn’t right for you. There are lots of options so nobody out there should be licking the wrong tour for them.unless you are a lazy click and book person like my friend!

7. 2 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade

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This exclusively private two day tour includes paid entry to some of the island most popular attractions, including the Penguin Parade, Churchill island and the koala conservation centre. Plus, also choose one ''Optional Extra'' on each day of the tour (e.g. Wildlife Park, Winery etc) We make a stop for wild wallaby spotting, visit some stunning beaches, a winery and undertake some beautiful walks. **Please note that our visit includes your entry ticket to the 'standard viewing platform' at the Penguin Parade. Upgraded tickets to 'Penguins Plus' this will be an additional $30 p/person & subject to availability. We have a modern comfy fleet of vehicles 2018 models complete with USB chargers, air conditioning and tinted UV protected windows. Departure times vary during the year and range from 9:00am - 11:30am. And as our tours are fully tailored to the guest experience, we recommend you to discuss these tour options pre-booking.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Overnight accommodation (Please ensure you book accommodation on Phillip island itself), Upgraded ticket option to Penguins at the Penguin Parade (*subject to availability) - if you wish to upgrade to this ticket option please contact us as soon as possible. Upgrade tickets are $30 per person if available.

Reviewed By Myusernameistaken36

Henry gave us a great tour of Phillip Island, aided by some beautiful weather (thanks melbourne). He was a very knowledgeable guide and just a great guy to have to spend the tour with. We had a close family friend who warned us from doing a trip down to Phillip Island. They hated it. But the more I read up on the island, the more I realised that most other people that had visited the island, overwhelmingly had a positive experience. But now I understand why my friend hated it. They took a bus tour and when we compared notes on our tour, they described the places they stopped. Well they only visited 3 stops. We visited about 10 different locations and half of them were definitely not on the tourist map as we were the only ones there. But to be honest, these were my favourite stops. They were well away from the tourist buses and in fact probably not accessible to the buses as we went down some narrow roads. But the wildlife there was out of this world. So look, if you are going to to Phillip island at all, find out where you will be taken. How much value for money are you getting. Are the tickets included. Is there an advantage to taking a private tour. How well does your group mix with other people you have never met. Do you want to go and your own pace or happy to go at the pace set by the rest of the group. Do you want to be picked up from your hotel doorstep or are you happy to jump on a tram to meet the bus tour. Obviously these are not questions my friends asked before she booked her tour. So really, do your research people or you will just end up on a tour that isn’t right for you. There are lots of options so nobody out there should be licking the wrong tour for them.unless you are a lazy click and book person like my friend!

8. Private tours from Melbourne

Hop To It Tours
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We are happy to take you on a private day tour to any destination beyond Melbourne you choose. Some itinerary options are listed below (only one can be done). How it works: Pick the location you would like to explore. Some options are: Explore the The Great Ocean Road & Otway Rainforest Go hiking in the Grampians National Park See the fairy penguin parade at Phillip Island Hike and swim at the southernmost point of mainland Australia at Wilsons Promontory National Park We will organise with you your itinerary and make all the relevant bookings We pick you up, take you around and drop you back to your hotel at the end of the tour We charge a flat rate for the service, inclusive of transport and guide. Any extra costs are then added to the overall price, meaning you get to tailor the tour to what you want to pay for!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

Reviewed By 979phillipv

We did a tour with Chris who showed us his favourite places in the Grampians and Great Ocean Road. He completely tailored the tour and pace to us, welcomed us esteemed guests and treated us as friends and family. His vehicle is first class comfortable, driving of the safest standard, catering is top notch and camping gear of foremost quality. He knows the region as his own and you are treated to full days of amazing scenery that will become indelible memories. You must book immediately, and be rewarded with best value, responsible and outstanding tourism, without feeling like a tourist.

9. Foodie, Farm Gate & Wine Trail - Gourmet Gippsland from Melbourne

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Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Gippsland Countryside, and indulge in the tastes & delicacies of this unique land. We will visit unique and charming locations, each one providing us a taste and an insight into what makes Gippsland so special. From fresh made cheeses at an award winning Dairy; to a paddock-to-plate platter at a working Farm-gate - we guarantee you will leave this tour feeling satisfied, both in taste and in the beauty you were able to witness.

Inclusions: Canvas Shopping Bag, Paddock to Plate Platter, Savory Delights at Boutique Cafe , Award Winning Cheese Platter, Gippsland Wine Co. Wine Tasting , Burra Brewery Tasting Paddle , Air conditioned, Luxury Touring Bus, WiFi on board

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Reviewed By C7162XCcarole

they are a very personal touring company,have toured many times with them and have never faulted any tour whether it be a one day tour or an extended tour

10. LGBT+ Friendly Full Day Phillip Island Private Tour

VIC Rainbow Tours
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This LGBT+ Friendly tour gives everyone a safe space in which to enjoy their private tour, with a guide who is also part of the LGBT+ community. The tour includes all admission tickets to all the attractions we visit. The tour has a set itinerary, but we encourage guests to contact us prior to the tour date if they have any specific interests, so we can include this as part of the tour. As it is a private tour, we try and give as much flexibility to our guests as possible.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and Beverages are at guests own expense during the tour

Reviewed By Line_up_the_guinness

We took a walking tour with VIC rainbow tours, the day we arrived into Melbourne. We have been to Melbourne before but pretty much walked around aimlessly and mainly stuck to the shopping malls - we do love to shop! This walking tour was well thought out and gave us a better knowledge of getting around the city. We stopped at landmarks we would otherwise have just walked past, and being a LGBT guide, James gave it the slant that we were looking for. We also took a trip with him down the great ocean road - that’s certainly not to be misse.

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