Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wines, Beer/Cider/Gin, Choc Tour & Lunch

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Duration:8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Melbourne, Victoria

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Experience the picturesque Yarra Valley with our eccentric guides on an all-inclusive carefree day trip hosted by the wonderful Dancing Kangaroo Tours.

Visit three premium hand-picked wineries highlighting a mix of acclaimed and boutique producers. Enjoy a delightful seasonal two-course premium lunch with a glass of wine at a beautiful winery. Discover a local craft brewery and savour a refreshing paddle of beers or ciders (Wed to Sun bookings only). On some days we'll visit the iconic Four Pillars Distillery to enjoy a gin tasting paddle (Mon & Tues bookings only). We end the day at a renowned Chocolate & Ice-Cream Factory, self-indulging in sweet treats.

This comprehensive day trip covers all expenses, including tastings, lunch, and transportation from Melbourne. Relax, savour the moments, and let us take care of everything.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Arts Centre Melbourne
Please meet at this central pickup location at 8:45AM. We am to depart at 9:00AM so please plan your trip accordingly to avoid delays. TIP to getting here: From Flinders Street Station, walk across the Princes Bridge towards the Arts Centre Melbourne and wait near the Protagonist Cafe at the front there.
2. Helen & Joey Estate-Yarra Valley
On most days, this will be one our winery visits. Helen & Joey Estate is a winery located in the Yarra Valley region of Australia. The winery produces a range of premium wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz, and offers wine tastings and tours of its vineyards and facilities. The estate features a restaurant, cellar door, and outdoor seating area with scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
3. Soumah
On most days, this is one of our winery visits. We'll also enjoy our 2-course lunch with a glass of wine here too. Soumah is a boutique winery located in the Yarra Valley, Australia. They specialize in producing Italian and French varietals such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Nebbiolo, and Brachetto. Their wines are known for their elegance and complexity, reflecting the unique terroir of the Yarra Valley. Soumah also offers a range of food and wine experiences, including tastings, tours, and a restaurant serving Italian-inspired cuisine.
4. Payten & Jones Wines
On some occasions, this is one of our winery visits. Payten & Jones is a small winery in the Yarra Valley known for its handcrafted wines made from local grapes. Their focus is on producing high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of the region. The winery offers a range of wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, and more. They also have a cozy cellar door where visitors can taste their wines and learn about their winemaking process.
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On some occasions, this is one of our winery visits. We'll also enjoy a shared 2-course lunch with a glass of wine here too. Here you'll enjoy a wine tasting of several styles including their acclaimed Tempranillo. Afterwards, we'll sit down in their intimate restaurant overlooking their vineyards to enjoy a premium shared 2 course lunch with a glass. For starters you'll enjoy warm bread, shared antipasto and olive oil. For mains, you'll enjoy a variety of seasonal shared dishes such as lamb, chicken or fish of amazing quality and taste. And to further to enhance the experience you'll enjoy a glass of their estate wines of your choice!
6. Yering Station
On most days, this is one of our winery visits. We'll enjoy a tasting here with an opportunity to explore their lovely estate. Yering Station is a renowned winery in the Yarra Valley, offering a wide range of high-quality wines including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Established in 1838, the winery features a stunning estate and historic cellar door, providing visitors with a unique wine-tasting experience. In addition to wine, Yering Station also offers fine dining at their restaurant and hosts a variety of events throughout the year.
7. Four Pillars Distillery
On some days such as Mondays & Tuesdays, we'll visit Four Pillars Gin Distillery to enjoy their tasting paddles. Four Pillars Distillery is a renowned gin distillery located in the Yarra Valley. They offer a range of handcrafted gin varieties, including their award-winning Rare Dry Gin and Navy Strength Gin. The distillery also offers guided tours and tastings, as well as a cocktail bar and retail space. They pride themselves on using local and native ingredients in their gin-making process, and have gained a reputation for their unique and high-quality products.
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On most days, from Wednesday to Sunday, this is usually either our second last or last stop. We'll have tasting paddles or glass of beer/cider for you to enjoy. Coldstream Brewery is a local craft brewery located in the Yarra Valley. They specialize in producing a range of handcrafted beers and ciders made with high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients. Visitors can enjoy tasting paddles of their brews while taking in the scenic views of the surrounding countryside. The brewery also offers a menu of tasty pub fare, making it a popular destination for both beer enthusiasts and foodies alike.
9. Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
This is usually either our second last or last stop of the day. The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery is a popular attraction in the Yarra Valley, known for their wide variety of handmade chocolates and delicious ice cream. Visitors can watch the chocolatiers at work, sample their products, and purchase gifts to take home. The venue also offers chocolate-making classes, high teas, and other events throughout the year.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 18 years
• Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
• LUNCH is usually shared antipasto followed by mains and a glass of wine/beer. On some occasions, LUNCH may instead be shared starters & shared mains of equivalent high quality. Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• The tour features may be subject to change. In the event of significant changes to your booked tour, rest assured that we will make every effort to inform you well in advance before you join the tour.
• NOTE: There are FLIES in Australia in Summer! Please don't pick this tour if you let some flies upset you.
• NOTE: It can actually be HOT/SUNNY in Summer! Please don't pick this tour if you cannot tolerate the heat and alcohol.
• NOTE: Avoid disappointment by understanding the schedule and inclusions of this tour! Contact us for more information about this tour and we'll gladfully help.
• NOTE : This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues particularly with climbing stairs. Please do not book this tour as some of our experiences unfortunately cannot accommodate.

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Posted By : 637mareet
We have gone on this tour twice in 2 years and have thoroughly enjoyed it both times.
Our Tour Director Sean was very professional and entertaining.
Great way to spend a day in the Yarra!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 18:05:21

Posted By : Wendy_E
Everything about this tour was enjoyable. Our driver Karen was a great host, she was friendly and easy going. The tour ran like clock work. The wineries visited were interesting and the hosts doing the wine tasting were informative. We had a beautiful lunch which our group enjoyed. The chocolate factory was interesting and we were spoilt for choice as the place is packed with chocolate to buy, we settled for an ice cream, be warned they are big. The last stop was the gin tasting, again, perfectly run and very enjoyable. I would highly recommend this tour. We were a large group of 10 and everyone had a really good day.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09 18:54:59

Posted By : Annette_B
Dancing Kangaroos provided a very enjoyable Sunday getaway for the 18 guests. The three wineries ( with lunch) were balanced well and the brewery and Yarra Valley Chocolatiere finished off the day leaving everyone happy and replete. Danny was a friendly guide who balanced information and the days timing very effectively.

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Posted On : 2024-05-06 23:41:40

Posted By : BeverleyV35
Fun day out exploring the impressive Yarra Valley. We had superb weather for the day. This tour had a good mix of activities. Thanks to Karen, our lovely tour guide.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06 18:21:01

Posted By : 721nickiw
Amazing trip, great wineries & very friendly guide! We had a ball! The scenery was breathtaking & lunch was great as well!
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 21:12:41

Posted By : Margaret G
We had a lovely day touring the Yarra Valley. Our guide/driver, Karen, was an absolute delight. She was capable, knowledgeable and full of personality. It was a wonderful experience.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 04:36:05

Posted By : leahmE2505ML
Karen was our Tour guide and she was amazing, very informative and a high energetic person to spend the day with ! My husband and I had a great day and loved the wineries! Guest itinerary lunch was beautiful
And I definitely recommend 👌
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 04:35:30

Posted By : ggriffiths99
This is my second tour with this company and both have been nothing less than amazing! Did the epic mate tour both times and the wineries visited are premium with plenty of wines to taste and lunch was delicious. I visited both the gin and beer places on one of the tours and they offer something different to end the day. The guides offer a range of suggestions for things to try and are passionate about what they do and are more than happy to share their knowledge of the region. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wine tour of the region from Melb.
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 02:05:57

Posted By : ryanttruong
Among many tours I did in Australia, this is simply the best tour. We had a great day tasting so many different wines at 3 winery, all I able to find some great one to bring home. The bus is absolutely comfortable and the tour guide - Karen is absolutely amazing. I love the foods also. Just highly recommended
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Posted On : 2024-04-30 19:44:37

Posted By : DayTrip27656575158
We had such a fabulous time! Right from the start our host Karen had us laughing and at ease.
All of the wines, gins, chocolates were delicious, and each stop was just as spectacular as the next. Highly rate this tour!!!
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Posted On : 2024-04-30 05:08:29