Laid back, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer + Choc
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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12 Years ago we started a surfing and camping tour that became very popular through word of mouth. It was because we created a social, relaxed and laidback atmosphere that everyone felt so refreshing and personal. Then 7 years ago we thought we'd apply the same method to something else we love: Wine tours. And we've nailed it!
The itinerary has been perfectly structured over the years to give everyone a choice throughout the day. This is done by choosing venues that are very close to one another, allowing us to split the group up easily to please all sorts of people.
We'll start the tour by inviting everyone to a communal Spotify playlist so you can add songs from your own phone. We'll explain how the day will work and get to know everyone organically.
We go to 2 wineries, a choice of 2 restaurants for lunch at your expense, then onto your choice of a gin distillery, a winery or brewery, and finally a choice between chocolate or more alcohol!
Ranked #1 of all tours in Melbourne!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not do Hotel pick ups unless you can meet us on the way the Yarra Valley and it's not a detour.
We do not have space for luggage of any sort.
We have 2 vehicles that run this tour. We primarily use a 24 seater bus but try not to fill it up to still give the tour an intimate and small-group feel. We only allow 22 people max book. We also run a second vehicle of 13 seats which is a smaller van. If group size is important to you, please let us know so we can best accomodate you!
This is a public group tour where you’ll be joined by others. You can book this tour however as a large group and we can discuss doing a private tour for your group
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our bus will arrive at 8:40am at 74 Spring Street, East Melbourne, which is the bus stop directly across the road from THE HOTEL WINDSOR, Melbournes oldest hotel. We will expect you there at 8:45 so we can depart at 8:55am. There is a cafe called Cafe Excello across the road to get caffeinated before the tour.
Yarra Valley
After departing, We will drive for 60 minutes to our first venue. Along the way we will invite you to add songs to the playlist we have for the day via Spotify, so everyone can add songs from their own phone. We will spend a bit of time getting to know everyone and explain how the day will work and give you a chance to tell us if there is anything specific you want to do today. With all that said, we have structured this itinerary below to please all types of people. We will also give everyone a few choices throughout the day to make this day perfect for you. This is how it will flow....
What‘s Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Flexible itinerary- We give you a choice throughout the day
We use a bus with 24 seats and smaller vans of 11-13 seats.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Included in price is tastings of 5-6 wines/offerings at each venue we visit (except lunch venue)
Collaborative Spotify playlist which everyone can add to, so you can hear the songs you want!
Plenty of leniency with timings if the day/group demands it.
Driver/guide who is young, charismatic and will create a fun atmosphere.
Chocolate tasting of 10-12 chocolates in a private room tasting
A relaxed, social and laid back style of tour guiding
Lunch-We will split the group b/w Hubert Estate OR Domain Chandon. You can order/pay at your expense
Options
Replace Gin with winery
Don't like Gin?Want more wine?: We'll take you across the road to 'Payten and Jones' for maybe the best wine tasting of the day instead of Four Pillars Gin.
Standard Tour (includes gin)
Tour includes tasting 4 venues: 1) Wine and cider tasting, 2)Wine tasting, 3)Lunch at your expense, 4)Gin paddles @ Four Pillars, 5) Chocolate tasting.
Reviews
4,878 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience
U515HNjessiew,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Andrew was knowledgeable and great fun to be led by! There was great content around history and current knowledge around wine and spirits. There was such a great b relaxed, fun vibe around the tour and Andrew answered all questions as best as possible
Great day and organisation
813fahimh,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew ran an amazing day which catered exactly to our needs and was patient with our questions and changes. Couldn’t ask for a better host and person to work with!
Winery tour
catherinemA9035QM,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun! Super accomodating
Andrew rocks
R6658MJannabelleb,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew is a legend and I had the best winery tour with him everrrr. He gets the vibe of what your group wants and needs and makes it happen.
Wonderful winery tour
madelinep654,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow such a great experience, what a wonderful day. Andrew brought the vibes too. ☀️☀️
Great tour- highly recommend
katelynsI8963AA,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew is a legend! Hosted a great tour and set the vibe playing his guitar. Highly recommend!!
Best day! Andrew gets it
sophietF5362YT,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day, Andy is a pleasure for company.
Loved the tour
lmY3555HY,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew is so awesome. Customised the tour to suit our needs. An absolute fun when it comes to wine. Loved his energy.
Winery tour
sachaa764,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ten out of ten! Andrew was fantastic and made the whole experience so lovely and fun
Amazing winery tour
oliviajV4053AG,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew was amazing! The tour was perfectly suited to us and he knew exactly how to match what we wanted. I appreciate his energy.
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