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Your itinerary
10:30am - Hop on the bus at Geelong Pier, Leopold OR join the bus in Portarlington or any of the stops on the timetable
10:40am - Catch the Port Phillip Ferry from their Docklands Terminal and enjoy a morning cruise across the bay. Ferry ticket is not included in the price, please purchase separately via Port Phillip Ferries
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11:00am - 12:00pm - Arrive on the Bellarine Peninsula
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Based on the stops you select, you'll be hopping on and off at wineries, distilleries and breweries. Love a stop and you want to stay longer - no problem at all, the bus comes around every hour!
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4:00pm - 5:00pm - Head back to Geelong via bus and Melbourne via ferry from Portarlington
Travel Options from Melbourne
Via Train
Catch the train from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Geelong Railway Station, departure times are as followed:
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8:30am departure from Melbourne - 9:33am arrival into Geelong
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9:10am departure from Melbourne - 10:13am arrival into Geelong
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Bus will depart from Geelong Railway Station at 10:25am
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Trains returning to Melbourne run at 5:32pm and 6:12pm
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Ticket cost $10.60 per person, a Myki is required to travel and can be obtained at Southern Cross Station
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Via Ferry - Catch the Port Phillip Ferry from their Docklands Terminal and enjoy a morning cruise across the bay.
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Purchase our 'in region' ticket at $79.95 per person & select pick up at Portarlington Ferries Terminal
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Ferry ticket is not included in the price, please purchase separately via Port Phillip Ferries
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Return Ticket price $50 per person
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Please book the following departure:
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Melbourne to Portarlington: 10:40am departure​
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Portarlington to Melbourne: 5:00pm departure
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You may consider the following option:
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One way train Melbourne to Geelong and a one way ferry ticket from Portarlington back to Melbourne​
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Create your own day, your own way
Explore stops
Lethbridge @Hatrock
WINERY
The Hat Rock vineyard, named after a geographical feature resembling a hat, is located on the Bellarine Peninsula. Take the time to sit down at the table with one of our knowledgeable team to taste and talk all things wine related. Alternatively, you can enjoy a tasting flight or a glass of wine with a platter and enjoy the company of friends.
Continuing our journey southward along the coast, we arrive at the Bellarine Peninsula, a true treasure within Victoria's vibrant wine scene. This captivating region flourishes under its maritime climate, imparting its wines with a unique charm and sophistication. The Bellarine Peninsula is renowned for its exquisite cool-climate offerings, including exceptional Pinot Noir, elegant Chardonnay, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, and rich Shiraz. Explorers can immerse themselves in a delightful array of cellar doors, indulge in wine tastings, and relish in the delectable locally-sourced cuisine found in the picturesque coastal towns of Geelong and Queenscliff.