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Nestled at the heart of Melbourne, the newly refurbished Mercure Melbourne Southbank enjoys an ideal location, 600 meters from the enchanting Southbank Promenade along the Yarra River. Despite its scenic surroundings, the hotel offers utmost convenience, with the bustling Bourke Street Mall just a 10-minute stroll away, the renowned Crown casino a 15-minute walk, and Flinders Street Station 350 meters distant. After being collected from your accommodation, you will make your way to the Geelong Waterfront. Geelong's spectacular waterfront is the perfect place to start the day and provide you with the opportunity to breathe in the fresh sea air as you walk along the esplanade. After departing from Geelong, you will visit the Scotchmans Hill Vineyard. Set on the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula with magnificent views, your first stop includes a wine tasting at this old French provincial barn house, situated amongst the vineyards of an estate. Your tour then advances towards the Jack Rabbit Vineyard. Renowned for its breathtaking views, the house of Jack Rabbit Cafe will give you an opportunity to break for lunch and taste some of the Bellarine Peninsula's epic eateries in a 'local that the locals never want to leave''. You will then sail upon the bay enjoying afternoon tea, observing the beauty of the area. St. Andrews Brewery is next on your experience, which is a craft brewery set amongst the beauty of the Mornington Peninsulas which was once a world-class horse training facility. There you'll join the locals for a beer-paddle tasting opportunity to watch the brewers crafting and pouring fantastic brews right from the stable doors. Following the brewery, you will stop at Arthurs Seat and admire the panoramic views from Murrays Lookout across the bay to the city. You will eventually make your way to the Peninsula Bathing Boxes, which are the area's symbol of summer and are a tourist attraction to themselves. At the conclusion of your peninsula experience, you will be returned to your point of origin.
