Melbourne & Phillip Island Tour - 1 Day

Discover the best of Melbourne in just one day with a combined Melbourne & Phillip Island Tour, including the famous Penguin Parade.

Highlights

• See the best of Melbourne in one day!
• Enjoy a small group tour through Melbourne’s rich history with a local guide
• Travel to Phillip Island for a close up look at the local wildlife, including the famous Penguin Parade
• Guaranteed departure for a minimum of 2 travelers

Melbourne & Phillip Island Tour

To see koalas very near to their natural environment, visit the Koala Conservation Centre. Wallabies and echidnas can also be seen on this site.

We can feel the full force of the ocean from the Nobbies-Seals Base. We might see penguins here too. Visit Cowes town for a walk along the main road, pier or dinner (not included-summer only)

We arrive with time to shop at the Penguin Parade Visitor Centre, have a coffee, or walk straight to the viewing platform to see the little penguins arriving.

Make the most of your time in Melbourne by taking advantage of a full-day tour that includes both the city and Phillip Island at an incredible value.

Tour some of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks in the morning and then head to the Eureka Skydeck 88 for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view. Visit the Churchill Island Heritage Farm, the Koala Conservation Centre, and Phillip Island’s sunset Penguin Parade after lunch (at your own expense). For a more personalized experience, this tour has a maximum of 11 participants.

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Last Updated on April 6, 2022 by Tours Editor @ gotravelyourself.com