Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer, & Choc Tour
East Melbourne, Melbourne
Taste all the Yarra Valley has to offer on this laid-back day trip from Melbourne. Shape the itinerary to your preferences and enjoy tastings of wine, cider, gin, chocolate, and cheese.
Overview
This guided tasting tour departs daily from Melbourne CBD, offering wine, gin, cider, beer, and chocolate tastings across four venues in the Yarra Valley, suited for groups and individuals.
Highlights
- Voted #1 tour in Melbourne and Australia in 2026
- Tastings at four venues: wineries, gin distillery, and a private chocolate session
- Flexible itinerary with customizable stops; group splits as needed
- All tastings included: wine, cider, gin paddles, and 10–12 chocolates
- Daily departures from Parliament Station in Melbourne’s free tram zone
Description
Begin with a CBD pickup at Parliament Station, then travel 60 minutes to the Yarra Valley for tastings at two wineries, a gin distillery, and a private chocolate tasting. Guests choose from various options at each stop, with the guide splitting groups to match preferences.
Highlights include wine and cider at a boutique family vineyard, a full tasting at a 40-acre Italian-style estate, gin paddles at Four Pillars Distillery, and a 25-minute private chocolate tasting at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Alternatives include a local craft brewery or additional wine at Payten and Jones.
Includes
- Tastings at four venues, 5–6 wines or offerings per venue
- Four gin paddles at Four Pillars Distillery (gin with mixer)
- 25-minute private chocolate tasting with 10–12 chocolates in a dedicated room
- Collaborative Spotify playlist created by guests
- Flexible itinerary allowing group splits for personalized options
- Experienced, engaging guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle (24-seat bus or 13-seat van)
- Water provided onboard
- BYO food and drinks allowed on the bus
- Cooler/esky available for bottles purchased during the tour
Excludes
- Lunch (stop at winery restaurant; order and pay individually, approximately A$25–35)
- Drinks at lunch venue and final optional stop
- Hotel pickup (pickup available only at Parliament Station in the free tram zone)
Important Information
- Meeting point: Bus stop opposite Hotel Windsor, 74 Spring Street, East Melbourne, above Parliament Station
- Arrival time: Arrive by 8:45 AM; departure at 9:00 AM sharp
- What to wear: Comfortable clothing with layers; mornings in the valley can be cool
- Group size: Typically 10–20 people; maximum 22 on main bus, 11–13 in smaller van
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible; no storage for luggage, prams, or pushchairs
- Children: Welcome with full adult price on public group tours
- All tasting options are flexible and optional
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book early to secure your preferred date. Bring a jacket for cool mornings and consider bringing your own food for lunch. Arrive on time at the designated meeting point to avoid missing the tour departure.
