Mornington Peninsula Victoria | Cool Climate Food & Wine Region | Self-Guided Bike Tour
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For a fun adventure close to Melbourne look no further than our Mornington Peninsula Self-Guided Bike Tours. Enjoy a leisurely bike journey through this stunning food & wine region on safe, country lanes, shared paths & The Red Hill Rail Trail.
The cycle adventure starts at Arthurs Seat with incredible views from Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne’s city skyline. Pedal past vineyards, boutique breweries & local market gardens with the sounds & sights of native fauna & flora complemented by beautiful coastal scenery.
Take it at your own pace, tasting local food & wine along your journey.
Cycling Vine Tours suggest some great eateries for lunch; alternatively collect local treats from produce shops & farm gates for a picnic lunch. End the day with a delicious wine tasting at Stonier Estate, renowned for cool climate wines.
You have the freedom to explore & wander off the beaten track as you experience this extraordinary coastal cool climate food & wine region. Maps & written guide are provided to suggested routes that travel past local produce stores & vineyards.
Experience all that the Mornington Peninsula has to offer by bike!
Cycle 20 – 40 kms dependent on ability and preference.
Included: bike, helmet, water bottle, pack rack bag, maps and written guide, first aid kit, telephone assistance throughout day if required, return transport to your vehicle.
Getting There
Drive to Seawinds National Park, Arthurs Seat, Mornington Peninsula.
For an additional fee return transport is available from
· Mornington Peninsula accommodation – 15km radius from Arthurs Seat
· Frankston Train Station. Train travel is an hour from Flinders Street Station Melbourne
· City pick up available on request.
Contact – Allison Hatton +61 407 685 524
GETTING TO SEAWINDS GARDENS MAIN CAR PARK.
Drive down Seawinds Entry Road to Seawinds Gardens Main Car Park – Seawinds Entry Road is off Purves Rd just down from Arthurs Seat Eagle Chairlift.
Cycling Vine Tours Guide will meet you opposite bathroom facilities.
BOOKED AN EXTRA – SEE INFORMATION BELOW
EXTRAS – FRANKSTON RAILWAY STATION RETURN TRANSPORT.
Pickup time – 9.20am. Take metro train from FLINDERS STREET RAILWAY STATION in Melbourne to FRANKSTON. Travel time – one hour 10 minutes. When you arrive cross railway line through pedestrian tunnel to Fletcher St. Car Park. Cycling Vine Tours Guide will meet you at tunnel exit and drive 30 minutes to tour start point. At the end of the tour Cycling Vine Tours will return you to the station.
Please wear comfortable clothing & closed toe footwear for cycling.
Included: bike, helmet, water bottle, pack rack bag, maps & written guide, first aid kit, telephone assistance throughout day if required, return transport to your vehicle.
There are many casual food & wine tasting options on your cycle route. To avoid being disappointed it is best to book your lunch venue; alternatively collect local treats from produce shops & farm gates for a picnic lunch.
Suggested lunch options:
Abelli Winery – great wine tasting & food. Open Friday to Monday. Expect to arrive about 12.00midday. Booking recommended.
Red Gum BBQ – fun, relaxed atmosphere, delicious American style BBQ – about halfway through your ride. Open Wednesday to Sunday. Expect to arrive about 12.30pm. Booking recommended.
The Epicurean Shed Restaurant– great pizza & salads – about halfway through your ride. Open Friday to Sunday. Expect to arrive about 12.30pm. Booking recommended.
The Epicurean Cafe – delicious savoury & sweet treats. Open Daily. Expect to arrive about 12.30pm.
Many Little Bar & Bistro – delicious bistro style restaurant. Expect to arrive about 12.30pm. Booking recommended.
The Deck Cafe at Red Hill Cellars and Pantry – relaxed local produce supermarket with outdoor café and takeaway picnic options. Open Daily. Expect to arrive about 12.30pm.
Merricks General – Great coffee, wine tasting and treats. Expect to arrive about 3pm.
At the end of your day arrive at Stonier Winery at about 3pm – great cool climate wine.
