Melbourne 4D3N Tour | 4-Star Nasuto Dockland + Majestic Great Ocean Road Natural Wonders + Train & Penguin Island Healing Homecoming Combo Day Tour + Chinese Speaking Driver & Guide · 2-Day Premium Small Group Tour
- Melbourne
- Hotel Package
Overview
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Itinerary is for reference only. Subject to change due to actual weather conditions; flexible adjustments may be made. Thank you for your understanding.
Itinerary Overview:
🏨 Accommodation: 4-star Nesuto Docklands Hotel, close to (but not directly in) Melbourne’s urban area. Enjoy convenient travel, complete facilities, and a comfortable stay.
🎡 Sightseeing: A premium, intimate tour experience for just 13 guests, traveling in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. A Chinese-speaking driver-guide accompanies the group throughout the journey, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free experience as you effortlessly explore Melbourne’s classic attractions.
Natural Essence Experience:
Great Ocean Road Day Tour (Small Group of 13 in a Mercedes-Benz): Journey along the world’s most beautiful coastal highway, visit natural wonders such as the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, and admire breathtaking seaside scenery along the way.
Steam Train & Penguin Parade Day Tour (Small Group of 13 in a Mercedes-Benz, Lunch Included): Ride the vintage Puffing Billy steam train as it winds through forests and valleys; in the evening, head to Phillip Island to watch the adorable little penguins waddle ashore in their nightly parade—lunch is included throughout the tour for a completely hassle-free travel experience.
🍽️ Meals: Lunch is included in the Steam Train + Penguin Parade itinerary; meals for the Great Ocean Road itinerary are at your own expense, allowing you the freedom to explore the local cuisine along the route.
Day 1: 4-Star Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel — Check-in: 15:00 | Check-out: 10:00
Hotel Address,Waterfront Way, 80,Docklands,VIC,3008,AU
Day 2: Melbourne Great Ocean Road Chinese-Guided Day Tour (13-Passenger Mercedes-Benz Small Group) — *Note: Due to parking difficulties in the city center, guests may be directed to a designated meeting point near their hotel.*
[Reverse Route Classic — 13-Passenger Mercedes-Benz]
07:00–07:30: Depart from Melbourne City Center
10:30: Gibson Steps
11:00: The Twelve Apostles
12:00: Loch Ard Gorge
13:30: Koala Spotting (in the Wild)
14:15: Lunch at Apollo Bay (at own expense)
16:15: Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
16:40: Split Point Lighthouse (Little Red Riding Hood)
19:00: Return to Melbourne City Center
[Note: The specific itinerary timings are subject to actual traffic conditions on the day of the tour.]
Day 3: Puffing Billy & Penguin Parade Combo Day Tour — Mercedes 13-Passenger Small Group Tour (Due to parking restrictions in the city center, guests may be directed to a designated meeting point near their hotel.)
Winter Schedule: 09:30 AM – 09:30 PM (Specific timings are subject to confirmation via SMS notification.)
– 09:30 AM: Depart for the Dandenong Ranges to ride the Puffing Billy steam train.
Lunch Included (Choice of one dish): [1] Fish & Chips | [2] Chicken Schnitzel | [3] Chicken Curry
– 02:00 PM: Arrive at Maru Koala and Animal Park [Optional Activity | Ticket Price: Adults $33 / Children $18]
– 03:30 PM: Arrive at the Chocolate Factory [Optional Activity | Ticket Price: Adults $22 / Children $14]
– 04:30 PM: Arrive at the Nobbies Centre.
Proceed to the Nobbies Centre, where you will have the opportunity to view the seal colony habitat. (Approx. 30 minutes)
– 05:10 PM: Arrive at the Penguin Parade Centre to watch the penguins return to shore (General Viewing Stand). (Approx. 45 minutes)
– 09:30 PM: Arrive back in Melbourne City Centre.
Hotel Introduction:
Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel
Located at 80 Waterfront Way, Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel sits in the very heart of Melbourne’s Docklands precinct, situated directly above The District Docklands shopping center. It is just a 300-meter walk to the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, the ArtVo Immersive Gallery, and the O’Brien Icehouse, while Marvel Stadium is approximately 1 kilometer away. Dining options abound, with the shopping center housing over 40 restaurants ranging from Urban Alley Brewery craft beers and Korean BBQ to seafood feasts and casual cafes. Transportation is exceptionally convenient; a mere two-minute walk brings you into the Free Tram Zone, and it is just 1.3 kilometers to Southern Cross Station—where you can catch the SkyBus for a direct connection to the airport—allowing for effortless travel between the CBD and surrounding attractions.
Product Introduction:
Melbourne Great Ocean Road Day Tour (Chinese-Guided)
The Great Ocean Road is a world-class scenic highway stretching along the southwestern coast of Victoria, Australia. Spanning 243 kilometers, it begins in Torquay and concludes in Allansford. Carved into the cliffs over a period of 13 years (1919–1932) by returning World War I veterans, it stands as the world’s longest war memorial. The route strings together a series of spectacular coastal erosion formations—such as the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge within Port Campbell National Park—while also passing through the Otway Rainforest and charming seaside towns like Lorne and Apollo Bay. As Melbourne’s most iconic day-trip itinerary, this tour features an intimate group experience (limited to 13 passengers) traveling in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle along the cliff-hugging road. Guests will be able to feast their eyes on the magnificent spectacle of the Southern Ocean’s massive waves crashing against the shore, encounter wild koalas, and immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring fusion of natural wonders and cultural heritage.
Puffing Billy Steam Train + Penguin Parade
The combination of the Puffing Billy Steam Train and the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island constitutes Melbourne’s most classic day-trip itinerary. In the morning, board the century-old vintage steam train to wind through the lush eucalyptus forests of the Dandenong Ranges; you can even dangle your feet out of the carriage windows to soak up the mountain breeze and the therapeutic tranquility of the forest. In the evening, head to Phillip Island to await the arrival of the world’s smallest penguins—the Little Blue Penguins (standing approximately 33 cm tall)—as they waddle ashore in groups at dusk, returning to their burrows in an utterly adorable spectacle. Led by a Chinese-speaking driver-guide throughout the journey, this tour includes round-trip transportation from the city center as well as all admission tickets. With its relaxed pace, it is an absolute must-do itinerary for families and nature enthusiasts alike.
What’s included
Included
- ["4-Star Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel × 3 Nights (No Breakfast)","Dedicated Chinese-speaking driver-guide throughout the tour.Mercedes-Benz vehicle provided for the entire journey.Pick-up and drop-off services within the Melbourne city center (due to parking constraints in the city, a nearby designated meeting point may be arranged for guests staying at hotels).","Chinese driver and guide.Single-trip train ticket.Comfortable air-conditioned bus.Lunch.Penguins return to their nests."]
Not included
- ["All personal expenses and any costs not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.Personal travel insurance.Gratuities: $5 per person.Optional activities (must be purchased through the tour guide)."]
Ages
["This 4-day, 3-night package is designed for two adults and one child (aged 2–12). If the child's age falls outside the applicable range for specific activities included in the package, we recommend contacting Customer Service at least 7 business days in advance to arrange for any necessary price adjustments or modifications to the package itinerary."]
How to use
["Upon successful booking, a confirmation voucher will be sent to your email address; please check your inbox and carefully review the details contained within. On the day of your tour, please bring your confirmation voucher and arrive at the designated meeting point approximately 5–10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Please note that the vehicle cannot wait for latecomers. Failure to appear at the meeting point at the specified time will be deemed a voluntary forfeiture of the day's itinerary.We will send an SMS notification containing the next day's meeting details around 7:00 PM (19:00) on the evening prior to your tour; please ensure you have an active Australian mobile number ready. If you provided a non-Australian phone number during the booking process, we will be unable to send SMS notifications or relevant itinerary updates to your mobile device. Should your contact number change, please kindly inform us.","Upon successful booking, a confirmation voucher will be sent to your email address; please check your inbox and carefully review the details contained therein. On the day of your tour, please bring this confirmation voucher with you to join the group.Please note that tour details will be updated around 5:00 PM (17:00) Australian Time on the day prior to your departure. You may scroll down on your confirmation voucher to view these details or scan the provided QR code to access comprehensive tour information. Please be sure to scan the code to check your tour details to avoid any delays to your itinerary.Please arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance to await your pickup."]
Good to know
["Please book at least 7 days in advance; cancellations are not permitted within 7 days of the scheduled date.This product requires a secondary confirmation and is subject to the details outlined in the final confirmation letter. Once confirmed, dates cannot be changed, nor are cancellations or refunds permitted.In the event that the hotel you booked becomes fully occupied prior to your departure, we will make every effort to arrange an upgrade or substitute it with an alternative hotel of equivalent star rating, location, and service standards. If no suitable alternative hotel is available, we will contact you immediately to discuss a resolution, ensuring a smooth and satisfactory travel experience for you."]
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