13 days in Summerlands, Melbourne & Cheltenham Itinerary

Head to Summerlands on Philip Island for the chance to see thousands of penguins waddling along the coastline.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Penguin Parade as well as Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. On the 14th (Sat), step off the mainland to explore Koala Conservation Centre, learn the secrets of production at Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, then learn about all things military at National Vietnam Veterans Museum, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Penguin Parade.

For more things to do, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Summerlands trip itinerary planning tool.

Melbourne to Summerlands is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to drive to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Peninsula Hot Springs, The Great Ocean Road, DFO South Wharf, and other attractions you added. Get a sense of the local culture at Collins St/Swanston St and Old Melbourne Gaol. Head to South Melbourne Market and Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creameryfor some retail therapy. Change things up with these side-trips from Melbourne: Sea All Dolphin Swims (in Queenscliff), McGlashan's Wallington Estate (in Wallington) and The Enchanted Adventure Garden (in Arthurs Seat). Spend the 23rd (Mon) exploring nature at Point Nepean National Park. There's much more to do: get interesting insight from Tours, examine the collection at Melbourne Museum, browse the different shops at Emporium Melbourne, and admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Gardens.

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Drive from Summerlands to Melbourne in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. October in Melbourne sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Cheltenham.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): do a tasting at Seville Hill Winery and then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Dandenong Ranges National Park.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Cheltenham holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Melbourne to Cheltenham takes an hour. In October, daytime highs in Cheltenham are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. On the 26th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.