6-Day Melbourne City to Surf Coast
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See the very best of Victoria on this six-day Melbourne City and Surf Coast trip.
You will visit some incredible iconic sights around Melbourne including the famous laneways, boutique shops and quirky cafes, as well as beautiful gardens spotted through the city. You will see Melbourne from the sky as you take an elevator 88 floors to the top of the Eureka Skytower with 360-degree views of Albert Park, Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenong Ranges.
As well as uncovering the city, you will also get to explore the beautiful coast of Victoria from Phillip Island to the Great Ocean Road on this Melbourne tour, where you can see the famous twelve-apostles, get up close and personal with one of Australia's famous furry friends; the Koala and see the world's smallest penguin in its natural habitat.
During this trip, you'll also have ample free time to explore the city of Melbourne and the wide range of activities that Melbourne has to offer.
You will visit some incredible iconic sights around Melbourne including the famous laneways, boutique shops and quirky cafes, as well as beautiful gardens spotted through the city. You will see Melbourne from the sky as you take an elevator 88 floors to the top of the Eureka Skytower with 360-degree views of Albert Park, Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenong Ranges.
As well as uncovering the city, you will also get to explore the beautiful coast of Victoria from Phillip Island to the Great Ocean Road on this Melbourne tour, where you can see the famous twelve-apostles, get up close and personal with one of Australia's famous furry friends; the Koala and see the world's smallest penguin in its natural habitat.
During this trip, you'll also have ample free time to explore the city of Melbourne and the wide range of activities that Melbourne has to offer.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Melbourne and Explore the City
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Today, your Melbourne tour and Surf Coast exploration begins! Upon arrival in Melbourne, you will be greeted by your private driver and transferred to your hotel. Once you've settled in, it's time to explore all that the city of Melbourne has to offer. From it's famous laneways to its boutique shops and desirable coffee, your afternoon will be well spent getting lost in this magnificent city.
Accommodation
Atlantis Hotel★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Melbourne
Restaurants
Chin ChinOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Melbourne Airport to Atlantis Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Day 2
Morning City Tour and Evening Wildlife Adventure
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Is there any better way to explore a new city than with an expert in the area? Today, you will begin the day on the Melbourne Morning City Tour, discovering exquisite architecture, refreshing gardens, a plethora of cafes and endless arcades and laneways. In the afternoon, it's time to head to Phillip Island where you will get up close and personal with one of Australia's famous furry friends; the Koala and see the world's smallest penguin in its natural habitat.
Accommodation
Atlantis Hotel★4 star
Activities
Melbourne Half-Day City Tour
Fitzroy Gardens
Phillip Island Private Tour
Penguin Parade
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Ventnor
Summerlands
Day 3
See Melbourne From Above
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Today is all about iconic Melbourne attractions with breathtaking views as you visit the Eureka Skydeck and the Melbourne Star. You'll be whisked to the 88th floor on the fastest elevator trip int he Southern Hemisphere for incredible views of the city. You'll see Melbourne from above as well as Albert Park Lake, Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenong Ranges.
Accommodation
Atlantis Hotel★4 star
Activities
Eureka Skydeck
Melbourne Star
Restaurants
Higher GroundOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Day 4
Visit the Great Ocean Road
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Today, you will escape the city and head for the Surf Coast. See the towering 12 Apostles, get up close to native wildlife, and take in iconic surf breaks, pristine rainforest and misty waterfalls along the spectacular Great Ocean Road. Get ready for an exciting day of visual wonderment and one of the best coastal drives you will ever experience!
Accommodation
Atlantis Hotel★4 star
Activities
Great Ocean Road Full Day Private Tour
Loch Ard Gorge
Twelve Apostles
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Anglesea
Port Campbell
Victoria
Day 5
A Free Day in Melbourne
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Today, you'll have a day at leisure to explore Melbourne. You can explore the city or perhaps enjoy the latest exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria which houses an extensive collection of art from Europe, Asia, America and Oceania. If art isn't your thing, why not spend the day exploring the Royal Botanical Gardens or taking a walk around the famous Albert Park Lake? The choice is yours.
Accommodation
Atlantis Hotel★4 star
Activities
MelbourneOptional Activity
National Gallery of VictoriaOptional Activity
Albert Park LakeOptional Activity
Restaurants
Saint & RogueOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Day 6
It's Time to Say Goodbye!
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Today is your last day of your Melbourne tour and Surf Coast adventure. Once you have checked out of your hotel, your private driver will transfer you to the airport to catch your outbound flight.
Transportations
Private Driver from Atlantis Hotel to Melbourne Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Melbourne
Included in Price
- 5 nights accommodation
- 9 activities
- 6 breakfasts
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- Ground transportation
- International flights
- Laundry
- Licensed English speaking guides
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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