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Highlights/Inclusions:
- Guided chocolate tastings at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-creamery Factory
- Guided premium soft cheese tastings at Yarra Valley Dairy (on some occasion – Coldstream Dairy)
- Guided wine tastings at two premium Yarra Valley wineries
- A gin tasting flight at the award-winning Four Pillars Gin Distillery or opt for a bottle of beer or cider here
- Option to switch the gin distillery to a craft brewery for beer tastings if the group agrees on most days (Thurs – Mon only)
- Hassle free pick up & drop off from central CBD location
- Groove with our fun tour guide and add your jams to the group bus playlist
What’s excluded:
- Hotel pick ups or drop offs
- Lunch – Instead you can indulge in a lunch that matches your vibes and wallet at the lively Quarters restaurant in Hubert Estate (wine tastings included here, lunch at your own expense)
What to expect (sample itinerary & subject to variation of order):
Join us for an unforgettable journey through Yarra Valley’s finest flavours on our ultimate tasting tour featuring wines, cheese, chocolates, and gins/beers!
Start your morning at the renowned Yarra Valley Chocolaterie with a guided tasting of their exquisite creations. Next, visit the iconic Yarra Valley Dairy to savour their famous soft cheeses – on some occasions, we may visit Coldstream Dairy instead.
Continue your adventure at the acclaimed Hubert Estate or Helen & Joey Estate for wine tastings, followed by a delightful lunch at their vibrant Quarters restaurant (located at Hubert Estate), where you can choose from a wide selection of mains to suit your style and budget (lunch at own expense).
But the excitement doesn’t end there! Visit either Soumah or Payten & Jones Estate for more exceptional wine tastings. To conclude your day, head to the award-winning Four Pillars Gin Distillery for a paddle tasting or opt for a bottle of craft beer or cider. If the whole group prefers, we can switch the Gin Distillery to a Brewery for tastings instead.
Throughout the tour, our lively and knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating insights and tips, accommodating requests for photos and music preferences.
With convenient central CBD pickup and drop-off, enjoy a hassle-free experience. Book today, join our fun tour guide and guests to truly taste the flavours of the Yarra Valley.
What does the ticket price cover:
This tour includes all wines/gins/beers/chocolate/cheese tastings, transportation from Melbourne in a modern mini-bus and a fun (and informed) tour guide.
Please note Child tickets are for aged 4 to 17 years. Children may participate only in Chocolate & Cheese tastings.
In Australia, the drinking age is 18 or older. You may be asked for ID as per Responsible Serving of Alcohol Law by some of the venues we visit such as wineries etc.
Weekend, Peak & Public Holiday surcharge:
Please note we’ve automatically added a surcharge to our prices on certain days (Fri – Sun $10pp and public holidays – $15pp). The additional fee covers the increased operating costs on these days which enables us to continue to provide you with amazing and high-quality tours throughout the year.
Pickup details:
Time: 8:45AM**
**note we depart by 9:00AM so please arrive by the requested time. Any non-attendance is non-refundable & non-reschedulable as per our terms & conditions.
Location: Arts Centre Melbourne
Address: 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004
When you arrive in front of Arts Centre Melbourne, you can wait near the free-standing coffee shop (Protagonist). The host will pick you from around here.
Drop-off details:
Time: 5:30PM in front of ACMI (Federation Square)
Bookings during Low Season (June – September)
During our low season (June to September), we may cancel trips if attendance is low. If this happens, we will notify you as soon as possible, usually at least two business days in advance. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
In case of cancellation, we will offer alternative dates, other tour options, or a full refund.
To check if your tour is likely to proceed, please contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for booking with us and understanding the challenges of operating during the low season in Australia.
