Magnificent Melbourne - the capital of the Australian state of Victoria - spreads from Port Phillip Bay to the Mornington Peninsula and out into the distant hinterlands of the vibrant Yarra Valley and Macedon Ranges. Within and beyond its limits, exceptional sightseeing awaits.

Just a stone’s throw from downtown Melbourne, a selection of serene and scenic rides will transport you away from the downtown bustle and towards rugged coastal views and endless verdant vineyards. Glide through St. Kilda’s Botanical Gardens, stop for a picture with the colorful Brighton Bathing Boxes, and admire Elmwood’s glorious golden sands on a guided tour of Melbourne’s bayside neighborhoods.

Alternatively, take yourself on a sublime sensory adventure with wine and food tours in the Victoria area. A guided bike tour will show you around some of the regions that have contributed to Australia’s international reputation for high quality and innovative wine making.

Nestled between Port Phillip Bay and the Bass Strait, the Bellarine Peninsula and Greater Geelong area boast white sand beaches and rugged coastal views. Ride along the former railway line on a guided day tour before stopping at cellar doors and a vineyard for lunch, for a bicycle tour that delights all the senses.

If you're visiting the Mornington Peninsula and looking to combine sightseeing with exquisite viticulture, take a bicycle tour that includes cellar door visits and a luxurious lunch. Start the day by climbing Arthur's Seat to enjoy vistas out over Port Phillip Bay, before indulging in the region's renowned wines. Or perhaps you’d prefer to ride amidst the rolling hills and vineyards of the picturesque Yarra Valley. Follow the Warburton Rail Trail, stopping at various cellar doors en route to sample the internationally acclaimed wines produced in this region.

Whether you’re a wine connoisseur and an experienced rider, or you’re as new to viticulture as you are to biking, taking a wine and bike tour close to Melbourne is sure to offer awe-inspiring landscapes, exciting new flavors, and a sightseeing experience you won’t forget.