DESCRIPTION
Highlights/Inclusions:
- Guided chocolate tastings at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-creamery Factory
- Guided premium cheese tastings at Coldstream Dairy (on some occasion – Yarra Valley 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 winery if requested
- 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)
Child Pricing:
- Exclusively for children aged 17 and under
- Excludes all alcoholic tastings
What to expect (sample itinerary & subject to variation of order):
In the morning we’ll whisk you away through the scenic route to the Yarra Valley in our comfortable and air-conned bus. Our tour guide driver will provide interesting and fun commentary along the way while you soak in the relaxing and beautiful sceneries our countryside.
Once in the Yarra Valley, start your morning at Coldstream Dairy for a cheeky tastings of 3 unique cheese with crackers accompanied. They also make jams and chutney here for you to try and buy.
Then lets hit the road and begin our wine trail visiting usually Soumah as the first winery [Mon-Fri] or Tokar [Sat & Sun]. Here you get to try 5-6 different types of wines highlighting the wonderful cool-climate terroir of the region as well as classic varietals such as Pinots and Chardonnay.
By around 11:30pm we’ll visit Hubert Estate for their vibrant Quarters restaurant where you can enjoy lunch. Here you can choose from a wide selection of mains to suit your style and budget (lunch at own expense). If time allows, you can sneak over to their cellar-door and try additional wines or get a glass of wine at your own indiscretion.
After lunch we’ll visit our 3rd winery at either Greenstone [Thur-Mon] or Yering Station [Tues & Wed] for more delicious wine tastings.
We then proceed to the most famous chocolate producer in the region, the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-creamery. This is a great spot with amazing sceneries around. Here you get to enjoy a guided tastings of approx. 10 different hand-crafted creations.
To conclude your day, we head to the award-winning Four Pillars Gin Distillery. For this package, the gin tasting paddles [or you can opt for beer/cider] are included. This is a wonderful spot to finish where you have the freedom to explore, hangout with the other guests or enjoy extra nibbles or other drinks later as well.
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 such as weekends and public holiday. 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 Spire
Address: 6/2 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006
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 (May – October) and minimum numbers not met.
During our low season (May to October ), 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 contact@dancingkangarootours.com.au.
Thank you for booking with us and understanding the challenges of operating during the low season in Australia.
