About this tour
Spend a day exploring Australia's most celebrated wine region, an hour north of Melbourne. This 10-hour small-group tour visits five producers across the Yarra Valley—a mix of boutique and established wineries renowned for chardonnay, pinot noir and sparkling wines. Travel through bushland and farmland in an air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable driver-guide, stopping to taste what the Valley produces best, with lunch included.
Highlights
- Five cellar door visits across varied-sized producers
- Chardonnay, pinot noir and sparkling wine tastings
- Scenic drive through bushland, vineyards and farmland
- Lunch included with the tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off available
What to expect
You'll leave Melbourne early morning and head into the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach. The day splits between driving and tasting—each cellar door visit gives you time to sample wines and chat with staff about production methods and the region's character. Lunch breaks the day roughly in half. Expect a mix of quiet, family-run operations and larger, more polished venues; this variety shows the full range of what the Valley does well. The pace is relaxed, and your guide will share the local story as you travel.
Good to know
Minimum two people required for departure. Bottled water is provided; other drinks are for purchase. Advise dietary needs at booking. Smart casual dress. Not suitable if you have spinal issues or significant cardiovascular concerns. Children must be with an adult; infants not accepted. Operates in all weather—dress accordingly.
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.