Tourism Wellington

Yarra Valley Wine Tours

Yarra Valley wine tours allow visitors to explore one of Australia’s top Melbourne wine regions. Situated less than one hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley offers a wide selection of beautiful boutique wineries that provide stunning views of the mountains and delicious, locally sourced produce. Your tour includes three premium tasting experiences for you to enjoy during your visit.

DAYS1
DEPARTS08:45
RETURNS17:15
COST$135 AUD

 Highlights

  • Delicious chocolate samples are available at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery.
  • Featuring the top local produce from this prominent wine region.
  • Guests can explore Healesville and have lunch at their own expense.
  • Experience hand-picked tasting experiences at boutique cellar doors. 

Itinerary 

The Yarra Valley is a premier wine region near Melbourne, just a 40-minute drive from the city’s central CBD departure point. Visitors can explore and experience the delights and hidden gems “The Valley” offers.

This climate is well-suited for growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and sparkling wines.

The Yarra Valley has a history of wine-growing dating back to 1838 from European settlement. It was also historically abundant for the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung Aboriginal people.

Due to its favourable location, soil composition, and cool climate, the region can cultivate vineyards and abundant local produce from the surrounding farmlands. 

The Yarra Valley Wine Tours start with a chocolate-tasting experience. You can enjoy the view of orchards and the Yarra Valley while tasting chocolate. European chocolatiers handcraft over 400 varieties of chocolate for sale. You can buy local goodies as gifts for chocolate lovers or have coffee or homemade ice cream at the café.

St Hubert’s winery was founded in 1862 and helped establish the region as a premium wine-producing area in the 1960s. They are known for their outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon but now produce Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Roussanne. The winery has expanded and now offers reserve wines like Sparkling Rose, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Munier. Visitors can enjoy a premium tasting experience at their modern cellar door, where they will be impressed by the quality of the wines.

Enjoy some free time in Healesville, a picturesque township. Take the opportunity for lunch and exploration in this gateway town of the Yarra Valley. Our tour is designed for guests seeking a local perspective of the region rather than just winery visits. Discover the local shops, galleries, cafes, and restaurants in Healesville (at the guest’s expense).

We visited two family-run boutique wineries for tastings in the afternoon. Our schedule can be adjusted based on group size or availability. Some of our favourite stops on the Yarra Valley Wine Tour include Yering Farm Wines, Medhurst Wines, Yering Station, Killara Estate, Napoleone Cider & Orchard Bar, Rochford Wines Yarra Valley, Helen & Joey’s Wines, and more. Relax in the peaceful countryside while enjoying a glass of wine and a wide selection.

Details 

1 Full Day Yarra Valley Wine and Chocolate Tour – $175 (18+ over)

If you’ve got a group and want to organise a private tour of this beautiful region, please get in touch with our charters team at charters@gltg.com.au. You can follow our itinerary or create your own for your next group outing. 

  • All wine tastings
  • A professional, entertaining tour guide
  • Chocolate tastings 
  • Water bottle
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Warm and cool clothing
  • Rain jacket
  • Camera
  • A sense of adventure 

Our central meeting point for this tour will be outside the front of the Old Melbourne Gaol, 377 Russell St, opposite Space Hotel, Melbourne, at 8:45 am.

  • 7:00 – TBA – To Be Advised
  • 7:40 – Newport Bus Interchange, Mason St, Newport
  • 8:15 – The Savoy Hotel, 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne
  • 8:20 – Holiday Inn, 575 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
  • 8:25 – Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St cnr Market St, Melbourne
  • 8:30 – The Scots’ Church, 77 Russell ST, Melbourne
  • 8:35 – Pegasus Apartments Hotel, 206 A’Beckett St, Melbourne
  • 8:40 – Ibis on Theory, 15-21 Therry St, Melbourne
  • 8:45 – Old Melbourne Gaol, 377 Russell St, Melbourne
  • 9:15 – Ringwood Station, Outside Maroondah Hwy Pedestrian Exit, Ringwood
  • 9:30 – Lilydale Train Station, 11 Main St, Outside Professionals, Lilydale
  • 9:45 – Yarra Valley – Gateway Estate, 667 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream

*You should arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before departure time. Please be patient and do not panic if your bus is running a few minutes late. If your bus has not picked you up within 10 minutes of your departure time, then contact our office on 03 9393 1300 

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