Full-Day Yarra Valley Winery Tour with Lunch & Tastings
Whether you’re a complete newbie in your wine journey or consider yourself a wine connoisseur, experience the best of the Yarra Valley with convenient Melbourne CBD pick-ups. Led by Australian Wine Tour Co.’s knowledgeable guide, you will explore some of the region’s top wineries on a social day out, learning about the production process and sampling a variety of exquisite wines. With lunch included, this tour is perfect for wine enthusiasts and those looking to immerse themselves in the drops of the Yarra Valley!
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (5–15) or one adult (16+) (*one child rate applies per two paying adults)
- Tasting at cellar doors at Yering Farm, Soumah of Yarra Valley and Greenstone Vineyards (18+ only)
- A la carte lunch at Balgownie Estate
- One glass of wine at lunch (18+ only)
- Return transfers from select Melbourne CBD locations. Please see Conditions of Offer for more information
- Available every day: Departs 9.15am–9.45pm; return 4.30pm–5pm (approximately)
- Times are subject to change depending on pick-up/drop-off location
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2025
Sample Itinerary
- 9.15am–9.45am: Collect from designated pick-up locations
- 10am: Depart for Yarra Valley, about an hour’s journey in our touring coaches.
- 11am: Greenstone Wines: Learn the tasting technique, then taste a variety of styles from sparkling, red, white and sweet wines
- 12.00pm: Balgownie Estate: Indulge in a guided tasting session at the Cellar Door, then select your wine to accompany lunch
- 1.30pm: Yering Farm: Experience traditionally-made wines, and see the antique copper wine-making equipment used by the Yarra Valley’s pioneer vignerons
- 2.45pm: Soumah of Yarra Valley: Taste cool-climate wines while overlooking the rolling hills of the vineyard and the majestic Warramate Hills
- 3.30pm: Depart the Yarra Valley for Melbourne
- 4.30pm–5pm: Return to drop-off locations
*Wineries, itinerary and timings are subject to change without notice
Pricing & availability
Things to know
- Pick-up locations must be re-confirmed with Australian Wine Tour Co. 24 hours prior to tour departure
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Departs 9.15am–9.45pm; return 4.30pm–5pm (approximately)
- Times are subject to change depending on pick-up/drop-off location
- Not valid: 25, 26 December and 1 January
- Departure Point: Pick up locations must be confirmed 24 hours prior to tour departure: Please see times below:
- 9.15am: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne, 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne (wait at front). Google maps link
- 9.25am: Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St (Cnr Market St), Melbourne (wait at front). Google maps link
- 9.35am: QV Melbourne 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne (wait at front). Google maps link
- 9.40am: Grand Hyatt Russell St Entrance, Melbourne (wait at front) Google maps link
- 9.45am: Her Majes ty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (wait at front). Google maps link
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2025
Important:
- Exclusions: Additional drinks or food, accommodation, take-home wines or merchandise from winery shops
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
- Bookings essential and subject to availability
- Itinerary is subject to change. Itinerary details have been provided as an example only
- Menu restrictions may apply. Valid for dine-in only. Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to the vendor(s)
- This is a shared tour, meaning you will share your ride with other guests
- Luggage bags are not permitted – any bags must be small enough to sit at your feet or on your lap
- Maximum group size per tour is 24 passengers
Terms & Conditions:
- Child policy: Children must be at least 5 years of age to travel on this tour and must be accompanied by two paying adults. Children under 5 years are not permitted on the tour. For children between 5 and 10 years – a consent form must be signed by accompanying parent/guardian prior to boarding to confirm child age requirements
- You must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption at wineries and carry valid photo ID
- Tours continue regardless of weather conditions
- Tours will leave according to times stated on itineraries and will not wait for latecomers. No responsibility is accepted for passengers failing to be at designated pick-up points at designated times and no refund will be provided. No responsibility is taken for passengers leaving pick-up locations if the tour vehicles are not present at the scheduled departure time
- It is recommended that all travellers have adequate travel insurance in the event of delay, illness and loss of property which may result in failure to join or complete the tour
- Australian Wine Tour Co. accepts no responsibility for passengers missing the tour if you have changed your pick-up location and they are not advised at least 24 hours in advance
- Australian Wine Tour Co. accepts no responsibility for lost or stolen property
- Australian Wine Tour Co. reserves the right to use alternate vehicles and operators
- Smoking is not permitted on while in vehicles or inside winery buildings
- Persons causing a nuisance to other passengers may be removed from the vehicle. Australian Wine Tour Co will not be liable for any expense incurred by the passengers should this occur. Uncontrollable and disruptive drunken behaviour will not be tolerated. Wineries reserve the right to refuse service and entry. Disruptive persons will not be allowed on the bus. No alcohol or food is allowed on tour vehicles. No BYO food or drink is allowed in the wineries. Wineries do not have BYO license therefore you may not bring your own alcohol for consumption. Individuals are responsible for any damage inflicted on tour vehicles or at wineries.
Cancellations:
- Cancellations made more than 30 days before departure date: A$100 admin fee applies for all cancellations
- Cancellations within 7 to 29 days before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to Booking:
- Changes to booking cannot be accommodated
Please Note:
- Maximum purchase limit of eight per customer applies
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The venue you are attending may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Australian Wine Tour Co.
Established in 1988, the Australian Wine Tour Company offers day trips, private, premium and overnight tours from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley. Discover some of Victoria’s best wineries, soak in the stunning region and find your next favourite drop on a fun-filled, award-winning Australian Wine Tour Company tour!