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 15 – 30 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.
Directions: From Purves Road, turn onto Seawinds Entry Road just past the Arthurs Seat Eagle. Continue past the Mountain Bike Car Park until you reach the Main Car Park. Your Cycling Vine Tours guide will meet you opposite the bathroom facilities.
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Selected pick up from FRANKSTON TRAIN STATION
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Take the Frankston Line metro train from Flinders Street Railway Station in Melbourne CBD to Frankston Station (1 hour 10 minutes). Once you have arrived, cross the railway line via the pedestrian tunnel to Fletcher Street Car Park. A Cycling Vine Tours guide will meet you at the tunnel exit and drive you 30 minutes to tour starting point. After the tour, you’ll be returned to the station.
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR CYCLE DAY
Please wear comfortable clothing & closed toe footwear for cycling 15 -25km.
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 wine and cider tasting options:
Mock Red Hill – open Thursday to Monday 10am for coffee and cider tasting. Expect to arrive about 11.00 midday
Eldridge Estate – open weekends 11am for wine tasting. Expect to arrive about 12.00 midday.
Stonier Wines – open every day 11am to 5pm. Arrive at about 3pm – great cool climate wine. Highly recommend booking a wine tasting for 3-3.30pm.
Suggested lunch options:
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.
