Mercure Geelong is offering guests a true taste of the region this summer with the Bellarine Taste Trail Tour Package priced from just $318.50 per person.

The package includes a personalised six-hour tour for two people of three superb Bellarine Peninsula cool-climate wineries, a visit to an olive grove and a two-course lunch; overnight accommodation in a Bay View Room at Mercure Geelong with buffet breakfast; late check out to noon and complimentary car parking. Package is valid until 31 March 2011, subject to availability.

For bookings contact Mercure Geelong on 03 5223 6200 or h3033-re01@accor.com

The Bellarine Taste Trail comprises a selection of food producers, farm gates, provedores, restaurants and cellar doors all waiting to be explored in chauffer driven comfort with local experts, Gallivantours.

Situated east of Geelong and enclosed by Bass Strait, Port Phillip Bay and Corio Bay, the Bellarine Peninsula's maritime climate lends itself particularly well to Chardonnay and Shiraz, with some excellent examples of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc also on offer.

With Tiger Airways now flying direct to Avalon Airport, 15 minutes from the centre of Geelong, interstate guests can now easily access one of Victoria's most picturesque destinations. Mercure Geelong is located in Geelong's CBD, the gateway to the Great Ocean Road and Bellarine Peninsula. Rooms offer bay views and in traditional hotel room style as well as apartments and suites. For further information about the hotel visit www.mercuregeelong.com.au and the Bellarine Taste Trail visit www.bellarinetastetrail.com

MEDIA CONTACT: Yvette Peverell yvette.peverell@accor.com +61 2 9280 9874