The 10 Best Tours in Cowes, Victoria

Travel on a spacious boat to the mainland to visit to one of the Mornington Peninsula’s premier local craft and food markets. With complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits, enjoy a scenic 30-minute cruise from Phillip Island to Stony Point. From there a coach takes you to the amazing Red Hill Community Market. Have three hours at your leisure to browse the many stalls with handcrafted jewelry, clothing, toys, gourmet foods, wine and more, with plenty of space to store your shopping on the return journey.

Inclusions: Round-trip boat, Round-trip coach, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off

During your stay on Phillip Island, walk the Cape Woolamai Trail to take in the spectacular views of Phillip Island and the surrounding coastline. The walk should take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours to complete. Lunch is at a cafe and we will have time to taste some wine at a local winery. Sightseeing Phillip island.All inclusive.

Inclusions: Lunch at a cafe, Sightseeing, Walk, Hotel pickup and drop-off, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Wine tasting at a local winery

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Pickup from Melbourne and return to Melbourne (extra fee)

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

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)

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

Enjoy the sights of Phillip Island, the famous little penguins, the beautiful coastline, surf beaches and wildlife.This tour is all inclusive • 3 park pass Nobbies—Penguin, Churchill Island Heritage Farm, Koala conservation Centre • Lunch  • Sightseeing—Phillip Island coastline and the Bass coast hinterland • Penguin Parade - General viewing penguin ticket • All inclusive including pick up form a Phillip island accommodation property. Please note: Pick up from Melbourne and return is an extra charge  

Inclusions: Sightseeing, All activities, Local guide, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Round-trip shared transfer

Exclusions: Pick up & return to Melbourne this is an extra charge per person.

This is a must-do Nature Lovers private tour. Come touring with a Local guide with 10 years of experience to show you, not only the famous little Penguins, but everything else that this beautiful island offers.

Inclusions: Pads for seating at Penguin Parade, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Coffee and/or Tea, Penguin Parade Tickets. Choice of VIP or GENERAL

Exclusions: Dinner

Our first stop is a surfer’s dream beach, Cape Woolamai. From here we will lace up the boots and start our hike that will guide you through rugged rock formations, known as the Pinnacles. After our easy/moderate 6.8km hike we will head into Cowes for a delicious lunch before we Phillip Island Koala Reserve. Stroll through this eucalypt woodland and come ‘face-to-face’ with koalas in their natural habitat. The Koala Reserve’s unique tree top boardwalks and close viewing areas allow visitors to see how truly amazing koalas are. Our next stop is The Nobbies for an easy stroll along the boardwalk to discover breathtaking coastline views and the impressive thundering blowhole. This area is home to Australia’s largest seal colony, little penguins, and silver gulls. And to finish the day we will take a waddle on the wild side and see hundreds (sometimes thousands) of penguins emerge from the surf at sunset at the world-famous Penguin Parade. This experience is a wildlife lover’s dream!

Inclusions: An easy to moderate 6.8km guided circuit hike around Phillip Island’s highest point Cape Woolamai, Plenty of chances to see wildlife , Organic fruit & healthy snacks, Freshly brewed Coffee Supreme & organic tea, Entrance into Penguin Parade & Phillip Island Koala Reserve, Air-conditioned vehicle, Rain ponchos & first aid, Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides, Unforgettable memories

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup

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

A trip to Phillip Island is a must for nature lovers and those seeking a unique Australian experience. The island is home to a collection of Australian native wildlife including the famous little penguins, fur seals and koalas. This insightful tour lets you get up close and personal with these animals and shows off the rugged coastline, where the rocky shoreline meets sandy beaches, often lined with keen surfers.

Inclusions: Phillip Island - Penguins Plus Experience, The Koala Conservation Centre, 2-course dinner, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)