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Yarra Valley Tour: Wine, Cheese & Kangaroos
4.5
29 Ratings
Melbourne
Indulge in a Yarra Valley Local Produce and Wine Tasting Tour from Melbourne. Savor the region’s best as you explore stunning scenery, sip on cider, nibble gourmet chocolate, and sample a wide selection of wines.
Indulge in a Yarra Valley Local Produce and Wine Tasting Tour from Melbourne. Savor the region’s best as you explore stunning scenery, sip on cider, nibble gourmet chocolate, and sample a wide selection of wines.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Melbourne - The journey begins from Melbourne, departing promptly at 11:30 AM.
- Yarra Valley Dairy - The first destination is the Yarra Valley Dairy, a haven for cheese enthusiasts. Enjoy a selection of fresh cow and goat cheeses crafted on-site at this historic dairy. Relish each taste and consider pairing your experience with a glass of wine…
- Melbourne - The journey begins from Melbourne, departing promptly at 11:30 AM.
- Yarra Valley Dairy - The first destination is the Yarra Valley Dairy, a haven for cheese enthusiasts. Enjoy a selection of fresh cow and goat cheeses crafted on-site at this historic dairy. Relish each taste and consider pairing your experience with a glass of wine or a coffee.
- Domaine Chandon - The next stop is the esteemed Domaine Chandon Australia, where guests can savor their exceptional sparkling wines while enjoying breathtaking views. Indulge in oysters or a cheese platter from the lounge menu (at your own expense) and celebrate with a glass of sparkling wine.
- Yering Station - Continue the wine tasting journey at Yering Station, Victoria’s first vineyard. Sample a variety of their cool-climate wines, including the renowned Shiraz Viognier, while exploring the winery’s historic charm and beautiful surroundings.
- Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery - Delight in sampling exquisite chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, with the option to purchase locally infused ice cream and other delectable treats.
- Yarra Valley - As evening approaches, embark on a kangaroo spotting adventure! Explore the bushland as wild kangaroos emerge at sunset. Kangaroo sightings are guaranteed, or receive a full refund! Capture photos and admire these iconic Australian animals in their natural environment.
- Melbourne - After a day filled with wine, cheese, chocolate, and wildlife, return to Melbourne, watching the Yarra Valley’s picturesque hills fade away. Relax and reflect on the unforgettable experience, arriving back at Federation Square around 7 PM.
What's Included
- Experienced driver/guide with commentary
- Relaxed small group social atmosphere
- Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
- Exclusive small group chocolate tasting session
- Premium wine and cider tastings
- Free time to explore the heart the Yarra Valley; Healesville
- Local produce samples
- Experienced driver/guide with commentary
- Relaxed small group social atmosphere
- Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
- Exclusive small group chocolate tasting session
- Premium wine and cider tastings
- Free time to explore the heart the Yarra Valley; Healesville
- Local produce samples
What's Not Included
- Additional drinks and produce purchased throughout the day
- Main meals are at guests own expense
- Additional drinks and produce purchased throughout the day
- Main meals are at guests own expense
Additional Information
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and indulge in a distinctive Yarra Valley adventure that combines luxury, nature, and unforgettable experiences—all in one delightful afternoon.
Begin your day with a leisurely morning in Melbourne before venturing into the heart of Victoria’s renowned wine region. Sample award-winning sparkling wines at Yering…
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and indulge in a distinctive Yarra Valley adventure that combines luxury, nature, and unforgettable experiences—all in one delightful afternoon.
Begin your day with a leisurely morning in Melbourne before venturing into the heart of Victoria’s renowned wine region. Sample award-winning sparkling wines at Yering Station and Domaine Chandon, savor artisanal cheeses at a boutique dairy, and enjoy decadent chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie.
As the sun sets, experience a magical encounter with wild kangaroos. Stroll through the bushland and capture stunning photos as these iconic Australian animals appear in the golden light.
Whether you’re a food enthusiast, wine aficionado, nature lover—or simply seeking a refreshing getaway—this tour offers something for everyone. With guaranteed kangaroo sightings, a small-group setting (maximum 12 guests), and curated local experiences.
Limited spots are available. Book now and transform a simple day trip into an unforgettable one.
- Dress code is smart casual
Location
14 Russell St
Russell Street
Our meeting point for this tour is Bus & Coach Terminal located behind Federation Square near corner of Flinders St and Russell St Ext @ 11:30am.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(29 Ratings)
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Katring423
Jan 5, 2025
Enjoyable Tour - This was a nice day trip, where I got to taste lots of different chocolate and wine. Kiwi was a lovely tour guide, and i also got to meet other team members of Autopia who got to join the tour for the day.
Overall, good vibes and very nice people!
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379annmariew
Oct 26, 2024
Fantastic Day - Great day, great wine 🍷 Kiwi was a great tour guide. We will be back next year to do the Hot Springs Peninsula on Mornington.
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L8355iqlaurenr
Oct 26, 2024
Go on this wine tour! - Fantastic wine tour! Everything included except lunch!
Jayden was fantastic at answering all my questions and Kiwi did a great job on the day
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Mpaul_l
Mar 15, 2024
Wine, chocolate, and natural beauty - The Yarra Valley is a beautiful natural setting and the vinyards and their facilities are beautifully laid out and pleasant settings to try out a mind-boggling assortment of wines. The Chocolaterie is an experience in itself (though starting the day with chocolate might be a shock to the system for some). All in all, a friendly multi-national group of fellow-travellers, a knowledgeable driver and guide, and probably too much wine in one day, made for a very enjoyable tour.
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John_b
Mar 25, 2023
Worth it - Great guide. Very knowledgeable about the area. Loved the winers with lots of different kinds of wine.
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Azra_s
Feb 6, 2023
Good experience - Shane was an excellent guide, made our trip so much more comfortable and fun, he made sure we were comfortable at all times. Covered beautiful wineries. And he kept all of us engaging. Highly recommended this.
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Ricardo
Feb 3, 2023
Discover the wonders of Yarra Valley - We had a fantastic experience with Maj touring the Yarra Valley. Each winery we visited had its own story, distinct identity and atmosphere with a unique wine tasting experiece. Definitely a memorable and worthwhile part of our journey through in Melbourne. Lots of great photo opportunities too!
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Megan_w
Dec 16, 2022
Great day out in the Yarra Valley! - I had a great day. Shane provided a good overview of the Yarra Valley and the history and happenings of each venue we visited. He was engaging and entertaining. More time at the chocolaterie would have been nice.
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Firosetta
Nov 26, 2022
Great! - Loved the tour in general, Shane was absolutely amazing. However one winery was a bit rushed, which was a shame cause it was the most informatyce tasting. All in all great experience!
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Nikkipm5476qe
Jan 8, 2023
Started well but overall disappointed - This tour started off well but became disappointing later in the day. Initially my friends and I were happy with the prompt transport pick up and an enjoyable chocolate tasting experience. The first wine tasting experience (St Hubert’s) was at a sit-down table with the rest of the group and provided a great experience with information given about each wine.
Unfortunately following the lunch break was when things took a downturn. On arrival at the second winery (Medhurst) we were told that it was a busy day and therefore the wine tasting was set up at the bar ledge, which the 18 of us in the group could not fit around. The actual information about each wine and the wines themselves were excellent but the tasting experience was dampened by the set up of us all standing in close proximity - particularly as we were the only group in a room with empty seats and tables.
The final winery (Fergusson) was a failure - we were rushed out of our second winery by our tour guide to drive 30 minutes towards Fergusson’s and when we arrived they were not expecting us. Nobody greeted us from the winery, we were all bunched together at the entrance stood up and eventually a member of staff appeared with wine. However no list was shared of the wines being tasted, no names of the wines were called out resulting in us not knowing what we were drinking and people missing out on tasting samples. No information was given about the origin/creation of the wines at this winery. Overall it was a poor tasting experience and not at all “premium” as suggested in the itinerary, making it highly unlikely for someone to purchase from this winery. I am understanding that wineries can be very busy and therefore the last one may not have been prepared for our arrival but it was more disappointing that our tour guide did not acknowledge or apologise about the failed experience here. Furthermore this tour is expensive and given our experience we felt it was overpriced.
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