About this tour
This six-and-a-half-hour Yarra Valley wine tour departs from Station Pier and whisks cruise passengers straight into tastings at two wineries, a chef's choice lunch venue, and a final drink with views at Domaine Chandon. Your guide navigates the valley's best-known and lesser-known spots, keeps the group relaxed with live acoustic music, and builds in flexibility so the experience suits everyone aboard.
Highlights
- Two winery tastings with 6–7 pours at each venue
- Live acoustic guitar throughout the journey
- Pay-as-you-go lunch at local favourite Quarters
- Final complimentary drinks at scenic Domaine Chandon
- Pickup and return to Station Pier for ship schedules
- Small-group vans capped at 18 passengers maximum
- Route adjusted based on venue closures and group preferences
What to expect
You'll be collected from the ship car park in the morning and spend the first hour getting to know fellow travellers while adding songs to a shared playlist. The group then visits two working wineries for guided tastings—expect to taste across multiple styles. Around midday you'll head to Quarters restaurant where you order and pay separately (budget roughly $20–30 for mains). The final stop is Domaine Chandon, where a drink is on the house and you can soak in the surroundings. The driver and guide stay with you throughout, keeping things conversational rather than formal. The itinerary is intentionally flexible; if the group wants to skip a venue or adjust the plan, they'll make it work.
Good to know
No luggage space available—travel light. Lunch is not included; bring cash or card for the restaurant. The itinerary lists five potential venues but typically only four are visited, depending on closures. All ages welcome; infants sit on laps. Confirm your ship's departure time when booking to ensure safe return.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.