The 10 Best Day Trips from in Gippsland, Victoria

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

Australian wildlife eating from your hands and little penguins marching along the beach in numbers of up to one thousand! It’s a fun day out with a great guided service to keep you entertained throughout the experience. Wildlife encounters may vary on the day, however you have a good chance to see Wallabies, Penguins, Echinas, Reptiles and an array of bird life. If available, we have upgraded you to the Penguin Plus seating area (the closest viewing to the penguins). The islands historic farm will put on a show for you, featuring a sheep dog show and even a sheep shearing show, or you may prefer just to wonder through the flower gardens, historic homes or say g’day to the local farm animals. We keep this tour flexible and our guides are happy to cater to your interests.

Inclusions: Penguins PLUS seating (closer viewing of the penguin parade). Unless booked out. , Wildlife park entry., Bottled water, Churchill Island entry., Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Flexible to suit you on the day., Depending on the time of year, we may suggest to have lunch before your tour.

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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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

This small group eco tour will take you to one of Australia's truly un-known wonders. In an era of over-tourism, Wilson's Promontory is a welcome and unforgettable place to retreat from the tourist masses. Fortunately, it is yet to be discovered by mass tourism, despite being one of the most stunning coastal locations you'll ever experience in all of your travels. We'll take you there in air-conditioned comfort and show you the location's best highlights, with our informative & engaging guides determined to assist you in creating some wonderful travel memories. Tick off one of Australia's most famous beaches, Squeaky Beach, where the sand will sing as you walk along this pristine coastal area. Enjoy a hike up Mount Bishop and take in stunning views from atop it's peak or alternatively, take the gentler Lilly Pilly Gully walk through lush rainforest. Towards the end of your day, try to spot some of the local furry residents with a guided wildlife walk!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Friendly & Informative Tour Guide, Pickup from Selected Hotels

Exclusions: Food & Drink, Gratuities

‘The Prom’ as it is known to many people, is one of Victoria’s most loved and cherished natural attractions. Located at the southernmost region of mainland Australia, this wildlife haven will inspire and intrigue even the most discerning traveller, with its panoramic views, pristine white beaches, coastal forests, cool climate rainforests and well-preserved walking tracks. The prom is home to many marsupials, such as kangaroo’s and wombats, native birds and other native animals such as emus, which with a bit of luck you are able to see up-close. The best way to explore the Prom is on foot, so you will no doubt enjoy your stroll along some spectacular tracks and be entertained by the pure white quartz ‘singing sands’ of Squeaky Beach. An opportunity is available to enjoy either a rainforest walk at Lilly Pilly Rainforest or amazing panoramic views offered on the Verekers Outlook track, or Mount Bishop track (easy to medium graded walks).

Inclusions: National Park fees, Friendly & informative tour guide, Pickup from selected hotels, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

This tour combines two spectacular nature experiences in one day. You first visit the unmatched beauty of the granite mountains and pristine beaches of Wilson's Promontory then visit the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade in the evening.

Inclusions: Gourmet picnic basket of local produce., Private transportation, Upgraded Penguin Plus tickets, Bottled water

Exclusions: Dinner at Phillip Island. Your guide will suggest to either eat at Phillip Island, or you may return back to Melbourne for a late dinner.

Pick from various options you can explore down in Wilsons Promontory. Some options are: Hike to Mt Oberon summit Enjoy the pristine beaches at Tidal River, Little Oberon Bay or Squeaky Beach Walk around Lilly Pilly Gully and search for naive wildlife like kangaroos, wombats and emus. What you pay for 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: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food, drinks and paid actvites are not included in the price but will be organised for you

On this full day tour you will get to experience both bays that Melbourne has to offer and the beautiful city skyline along with the iconic Brighton Beach boxes dating back to the 1860's. Explore some of Australia's best known native animals such as Koalas, Kangaroos Dingoes and more. Visit the Nobbies Centre where this spectacular headland offers stunning ocean views and is home to the world's largest Fur Seal Colony and Seal Rock. You will enjoy boardwalks and gain knowledge of all local Animal, Fauna and Flora. Visit the world-famous penguin parade whilst listening to audio in a variety of different languages to capture and enhance the full tour experience in real time as it happens.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Entry Fees are included to all sites while on tour.

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner & drinks are excluded, however there will be opportunities to purchase while on tour.

On this full-day tour you will get to experience both bays that Melbourne has to offer and the beautiful city skyline along with the iconic Brighton beach boxes dating back to the 1860s. Explore some of Australia's iconic native animals such as Koalas, Kangaroos, Dingoes, and more. Visit the Nobbies Centre where this spectacular headland offers stunning ocean views and is home to the world's largest Fur Seal Colony and Seal Rock. You will enjoy boardwalks and gain knowledge of all local Animal, Fauna, and Flora. Visit the world-famous penguin parade whilst listening to audio in a variety of different languages to capture and enhance the full tour experience in real-time as it happens.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entry Fees are included to all sites while on tour.

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner & drinks are excluded, however there will be opportunities to purchase while on tour.