Overview
Enjoy fine food and wine on this leisurely paced tour by Vinetrekker of the Yarra Valley. Only one hour from Melbourne, the beautiful, lush Yarra Valley is recognised internationally as a premium, cool-climate region known for its elegant wines.
Travel via the 'scenic route', through the undulating and bush laden north-eastern suburbs of Eltham, Kangaroo Ground and Christmas Hills. The first stop is at the De Bortoli Winery at Dixons Creek. As Italian as Domaine Chandon is French, it's a great start with superbly flavoured cheeses that compliment the sparkling, table and dessert wines. A short drive away is Yering Station where a pre-lunch wine-tasting in an historic 1859 building surrounded by local artworks and produce would precede lunch in the stunning Wine Bar and Restaurant. After a relaxing lunch head to the very famous and very French Domaine Chandon. Choose from a range of premium sparkling wines (methode champenoise) while nibbling on cheese and bread. The final stop for the day is at the Coldstream Hills Winery at Coldstream. Established by one of Australia's leading authors and commentators on wine, James Halliday the elevated position of the cellar door takes in delightful late afternoon views across the valley.
Price & booking
Cancellation and booking policy
$20 per person deposit required within one week with final payment due five days prior to departure. No refund if booking is cancelled within 24 hours of tour departure
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Tour starting location
Federation Square
Tour operator
Vinetrekker offers a wide selection of private and public touring for groups of all sizes. Vinetrekker also offers flexibility and variety and can tailor a package to suit your requirements.
Some of the featured regions include the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Macedon Ranges as well as the Pyrenees and Grampians. These are only a few of the many tours that can be organised for you. Contact Vinetrekker directly for more information about your tour options.
Yarra Valley
This world renowned wine growing region is home to over 55 wineries and is famous for producing Australia's finest pinot noir and sparkling wines. Tours offer a personalised and unique insight into the people, places and gastronomic treasures of this premier cool climate wine region that was first established in 1838.
Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula has long been a favourite destination; offering green hinterlands, wild ocean beaches and an abundance of vineyards. With more than 170 vineyards, the Mornington Peninsula is one of the most highly concentrated wine regions in Australia.
Being cool-climate, this region is recognised for their outstanding chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot gris. Whether it's a meeting with a winemaker, cheese maker, brewer or a chocolatier you'll gain an enhanced appreciation of the variety available on the peninsula and enjoy a host of fantastic taste sensations.
Opening hours
Daily
9:00am
-6:00pm
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Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Tourism Alliance Victoria