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Charming Port Fairy & Wine Tasting

Portland, Australia

Charming Port Fairy & Wine Tasting

DETAILS

  • 5
    hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Visit Port Fairy and see why it was voted the “world’s most livable small community,” and then enjoy a tasting of distinctive wines at Basalt Vineyard. After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a picturesque 1 hour drive to the fishing village of Port Fairy, which lies at the end of the Great Ocean Road. It’s a beautiful setting full of 19th-century cottages and old stone churches, the streets shaded by towering Norfolk pines. Upon arrival, you will have plenty of time to explore on your own. You might follow the Shipwreck Heritage Walk along the waterfront and watch the fishermen unload their catches of crayfish and abalone. The National Trust has recognized more than 50 buildings in Port Fairy as architecturally important, including whitewashed whalers’ cottages, grand Georgian homes and the oldest residence in the state of Victoria, which dates to 1843. For a small town, it also has more than its share of art galleries, craft shops and one-of-a-kind boutiques. Following your time in Port Fairy, you will drive to nearby Basalt Vineyard for a tour and tasting. The winery’s name reflects the volcanically formed basalt in the rich soil, which yields varieties of grapes such as Pinot Noir and Tempranillo. The selection of organic wines served may include one of these varieties or the vineyard’s award-winning Riesling. This light, straw-green wine tends to have remarkably fresh lime and green apple notes. The Chardonnay leans more toward grapefruit and white peach notes. Following your tasting, you’ll re-board your coach and travel back to the pier.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Settle back for a scenic drive to a charming, historic fishing village at the end of the Great Ocean Road.
• Stroll tree-lined streets lined with 19th-century cottages, grand Georgian homes, galleries, craft and antique shops, and intriguing boutiques.
• Enjoy a tour and tasting of distinctive organic wines at award-winning Basalt Vineyard.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 45 minutes of easy to moderate walking/standing plus any additional walking at the guests’ discretion during free time in Port Fairy. There will be some uneven surfaces, steps and inclines to negotiate. The coach ride may be bumpy at times. The tour is not considered suitable for wheelchair guests or those with walking difficulties. Weather appropriate clothing; sun cap; sunglasses; sunscreen; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. This tour may operate with a driver/guide. Guests must be a minimum of 18 years old in order to take part in the tour.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Local Food-Wine Tasting

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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