Great Ocean Road e la regione dei vini extended

With its 450 km of fine beaches, the third Australian island after Tasmania and Melville Island will leave you at a lost for word. You will have the chance to see a vast variety of animals – kangaroos, koalas, echidnas, platypuses, penguins, seals, sea lions and, if fortune smiles on you, some passing whales. Even if it is a favourite tourist destination, the island is still remarkably pristine.

Victor Harbor is a picturesque seaside town on the coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula; only 80 kilometres away from Adelaide, it’s a popular summer escape for Adelaideans, thanks to its stunning, accessible beaches and to some of South Australia’s best surf spots. Rosetta Head (commonly known as The Bluff) is the best place to take-in views of Victor Harbor. Standing 100 metres high, made from 500 million year-old granite and shaped by ravaging ice erosion, The Bluff is impossible to miss. Wind your way to the top by following one of many walking trails, passing impressive rock formations with waves crashing below. For more incredible coastal scenery, set off on the nearby Bluff Summit Walk. The South Australian Whale Centre in Victor Harbor provides hands-on interactive activities as well as whale watching tips. Bring your binoculars and watch mothers and calves at The Bluff and Encounter Bay. Dotted all around Victor Harbor are cosy cafés, charming fish and chip shops and excellent restaurants. The heritage listed Anchorage Seafront Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy alfresco dining or sip a good coffee. Hotel Victor is the social hub of the Fleurieu Peninsula, and it also serves fantastic fish and chips, seafood platters and standard pub fare.

Morning available to visit the historic center of Penola, located in the Coonawarra region, renowned for its vineyards. In the early afternoon, we depart to visit the most famous stretch of coastline in Australia. After Port Fairy, we encounter Sentinel Rock, The Arch, and London Bridge. Arrival in Port Campbell and overnight stay. (Approximately 300km/4 hours). Stop off at Port Campbell during your Great Ocean Road journey and admire the spectacular coastal scenery, including Port Campbell National Park and the mighty 12 Apostles. A colourful and lively seaside village, Port Campbell is home to restaurants and cafes with views of the beach, bakeries selling homemade goodies, and plenty of vibrant shops and galleries to explore. Sheltered by cliffs and Norfolk pines, the town has the atmosphere of a safe haven on the edge of wild nature. Finish the day with a walk out to the Port Campbell Jetty and watch the waves crashing against the limestone cliffs. You are here to look at the towering 12 Apostles, the dramatic limestone stacks that have made the region famous. But be sure to leave time to check out some of the other coastal features in the area. Discover the eerie beach at Loch Ard Gorge, walk down the 70-metre cliff face via the Gibson Steps, and look out over the serene Bay of Islands. And bring your camera to capture the unique rock formations at London Bridge, The Arch and The Grotto. Two Mile Bay is revered by surfers as one of the best big-wave breaks in Australia. Make your way north of the coast on the Kanawinka Geotrail and explore the lush green farmland peppered with volcanic lakes and craters. Sip, sample and savour the region's bounty along the 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail. Take an afternoon cruise and pick up a basketful of regional cheeses, wines, chocolates, ice-cream and fresh berries. Round out the tour with a sip of whiskey or sweet liqueur from Timboon's finest.

The visit to the Great Ocean Road continues with Loch Ard Gorge and the famous 12 Apostles. Stop at Otway National Park and, after passing Lorne, arrive at Queenscliff and board the ferry to Sorrento, departures every hour from 08.00 to 18.00 (not included). Continue along the Mornington Peninsula to the overnight location. (Approximately 280km / 4.5 hours + ferry). The Mornington Peninsula offers a pleasant refuge from city traffic and stress. Beautiful beaches, vineyards, national parks, hot springs, and nature walks are all available. The inland area is home to over 50 wineries, many of which are renowned for both their wines and their refined restaurants with views of vineyards, gentle hills, and lakes. The coastline between Mount Martha, Dromana, Rosebud, and Portsea is crowded with colorful cabins that have become iconic. The beaches on the other side of the peninsula are frequented by winds known as the "Roaring Forties," which create waves suitable for surfers. For pampering, the ideal place is the Peninsula Hot Springs, Victoria's first natural hot springs and daytime wellness center.