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Visit the wineries in the Yarra Valley without having to drive yourself on this hop-on hop-off bus service from Melbourne. The valley is rich in wineries, and it’s up to you to choose which ones to visit—up to four—without having to worry about driving. Have as many tastings as you want (at your own expense), knowing you have a driver to take you to the next one, and to get you back to Melbourne safely. Note: buses loop around every hour and some venues might require bookings.

Experience the delights of Victoria’s wine country on this Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne. With an informative wine guide, you’ll visit four popular wineries, which may include Balgownie Estate, Soumah Yarra Valley, Greenstone Vineyards, and Yering Farm. Enjoy plenty of tastings as well as a winery lunch while you learn about winemaking in Australia and admire the picturesque landscapes.

Journey beyond Melbourne to experience the best of the Yarra Valley on this full-day, small-group tour. Sample local wines—without needing to designate a driver—and taste cheese at a boutique dairy. Sweeten the experience with a visit to a chocolaterie, and even head out on a kangaroo-spotting bushwalk.

Tasting your way around the Yarra Valley means driving between wineries and producers spread across the region, the designated driver missing out. Ride out from Melbourne with the route and transport handled, stopping at family-run wineries, a dairy, a distillery, and a chocolate maker along the way. Sample wine, cheese, gin, and chocolate as you go, with a wood-fired pizza lunch built into the day.

Discover the flavors of Yarra Valley without having to designate a driver on this full-day gourmet food and wine tour. Enjoy private wine and cheese tastings with your small group, and learn about regional wines from your knowledgeable guide and through discussions with local vintners. Savor a gourmet meal followed by cellar door tastings surrounded by the natural beauty of Yarra Valley.

This private, half-day Yarra River rafting experience is an exciting way to get out of Melbourne—perfect if you need to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Take a guided paddle through Level 2 rapids and see the sights of mini-gorges, valleys, and diverse wildlife along the river’s shore. With lunch provided and time to truly take in the scenery, experience the natural beauty of the Yarra River with no need to organize a thing yourself.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery and delicious wines of the Yarra Valley on this small-group, half-day tour from Melbourne. Leave the organizing to someone else and relax as you visit three of the area's best boutique wineries—Helen & Joey Estate, Payten and Jones, and Soumah—for tours and tastings. Round-trip transfers are included for a seamless experience, and you can even upgrade your day with an optional gin tasting experience.

Gourmet winery lunch experience is included in your wine tour + a glass of wine of your choice from this Winery Wine Tasting. Across your day you'll enjoy three Winery Estate Wine Tastings, Lunch, a glass of wine and a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamy. Start to end — this will be a day trip to remember. Smaller tour groups, gifts you an enjoyable day. A guided tour with history of the Yarra Valley also provided. Return coach service from Richmond, Victoria, (10 mins out-side Melbourne City) ensures you can enjoy your wine tasting experience. After experiencing wine tours around the world, I'm passionate about creating memorable moments and bringing the experience to you.

Your Redwood Forest Mountain Bike Adventure is the ultimate way to experience the breathtaking Yarra Valley. Ride the historic O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail through lush forests, fern gullies, and sparkling creeks, and explore the majestic Redwood Forest. All guided by experienced adventure guides, with all adventure gear, transfers, and safety equipment provided.

Deciding between exploring the food and wine scene of the Yarra Valley and exploring its countryside by bike means missing out on something great. Get the best of both worlds on this bike tour of food venues and cellar doors along the Warburton Rail Trail, letting you burn off those indulgences as you go. And with a guide showing you around, there’s no risk of getting lost or missing hotspots.

Your signature Tour! Are you ready to explore one of Victoria’s most scenic rail trails on an awesome fat-tyre e-Bike?! This eXperience will have you cruising along the 40km historic railway line, the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, passing through lush landscapes, charming towns, and stopping at some fantastic local spots along the way. With the power of e-bikes, you can go further, faster, and enjoy the journey without breaking a sweat! There will be ample opportunities for the Group to stop along the way, at their request or at the various old railway stations (there are 11 of them!) to chat/view the local flora & fauna with their expert guide. On top of this, there will be 3 official stops that will be a bit longer, giving you a chance to refresh. Whether you are a solo traveler, a couple having a weekend away, a small family - this is a must do eXperience in the Yarra Valley! You will truly switch off and connect with nature plus have plenty of fun along the way!

Drive the Yarra Valley yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine Trails app: pick your date and starting point — Healesville, Coldstream, Yarra Glen, Seville, or straight out of Melbourne — choose the cellar doors you want, and the app builds your personal route with turn-by-turn narration. 85 stories cover 63 cellar doors and the people behind them: as you pass Yering Station you'll hear how the Ryrie brothers planted Victoria's first vines on this riverbank in 1838, and how Paul de Castella later bought the run and made it famous, taking a grand prix at the 1889 Paris Exposition Universelle. No group, no schedule, no guide — pause for a long lunch in Healesville, replay anything, and the audio keeps working when the signal drops through the Upper Yarra. You'll need a car and a designated driver; tastings are booked and paid directly with the wineries.

While in the world-class wine region of the Yarra Valley, allow Epicurean to provide a personalized, relaxed, and informative food and wine day tour. From the moment of your hotel pick-up, your friendly guide will begin sharing stories about the region. You'll enjoy a wonderful dining experience at a local favorite winery restaurant, two premium wine tastings, and memorable sightseeing opportunities. At least 4 guests must be booked to run. Please call +61 418336005 within 24 hours to confirm booking.