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Yarra Valley
Unforgettable Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Gourmet Lunch & Estate Tastings
480
Overview
Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience offers a guided journey through Yarra Valley with winery tastings and a gourmet lunch. Enjoy visits to three estates, plus the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Includes return coach from Richmond. Perfect for creating lasting memories with smaller tour groups and historical insights. 
Highlights
Gourmet Winery Lunch: Indulge in a delectable lunch experience at one of the premier wineries, complete with a complimentary glass of their finest wine.
Exclusive Estate Wine Tastings: Enjoy tasting sessions at three distinguished winery estates, sampling a diverse range of wines and learning about the winemaking process.
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie Visit: Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the renowned Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, offering a delightful array of treats.
Convenient Return Coach Service: Benefit from a hassle-free return coach service from Richmond, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable wine tasting experience without transportation worries.
Sentiment Analysis
Guests rave about the exceptional wine selections.
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The gourmet lunch is frequently mentioned as a highlight.
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The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie visit adds a sweet touch.
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Small group sizes allow for a more personalized experience.
Some felt the tour was slightly rushed.
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The return location may be inconvenient for some visitors not staying in Richmond.
Review Summary
People usually say the Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience delivers an enjoyable and well-organized day with excellent winery visits, a gourmet lunch, and a charming stop at the Chocolaterie. The smaller group sizes and knowledgeable guides are frequently praised for enhancing the overall experience. Some travelers note minor issues such as lack of wheelchair accessibility and occasional changes in itinerary, but these do not overshadow the positive feedback regarding wine quality and convenience of the return coach service from Richmond near Melbourne.
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Melbourne
$130
Yarra Valley Wine, Gin & Chocolate Tour from Melbourne
5.0
(4296 reviews)
Duration: 480
minutes
The Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour invites everyone to explore the Yarra Valley's delights! Instead of just sticking to one thing, this tour lets people discover what they like best. The tour visits places like the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, Soumah of Yarra Valley, and St Huberts Cellar Door.
Participants can expect a full day of fun, tasting great wines, gin, whisky, and chocolates. The tour starts at the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia Meeting Point, and then enjoys a relaxing drive through the Yarra Valley. Along the way, the group might stop at places like Chandon Yarra Valley, Quarters Restaurant @ Hubert Estate, or Balgownie Estate.
This tour includes a driver, bottled water, alcoholic drinks, and air-conditioned transportation. People will also get to try chocolates and wines. What’s not included is lunch and hotel pick-up and drop-off. With thousands of five-star reviews, people can trust that this tour will be a fun, flexible, and memorable experience in the Yarra Valley.
Melbourne
$130
Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Gin, Cider & Fun!
5.0
(4232 reviews)
Duration: 510
minutes
The Laid-back, Small-Group Yarra Valley Wine Tour offers a fun and social day exploring the Yarra Valley Wine Region. This tour is perfect for people who want to taste great wines, gin, and cider while having a good laugh. Instead of sticking to a rigid plan, this tour lets the group decide what they want to do!
Each tour is unique. The group chats in the morning to decide which places to visit. There are many choices, including wineries with panoramic views and boutique family vineyards, distilleries like Four Pillars (or Payton and Jones), and even the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. The tour guide will give options, or visitors can simply trust the guide to pick 4 or 5 unique spots. Commonly, the tour includes visits to 2 wineries, a nice restaurant like St Huberts Estate - Quarters Restaurant, a gin distillery, and either a chocolate shop or a place that sells champagne.
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4.9
(4011 reviews)
Duration: 720
minutes
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Melbourne
$310
Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Tastings & Lunch from Melbourne
5.0
(632 reviews)
Duration: 600
minutes
Yarra Valley Wine Day Tour: Just an hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is famous for its yummy chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines. This small group tour takes a pretty route from Melbourne through the bush, vineyards, and farms.
Expect to visit De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate, Yarra Valley Historic Cellar Door Restaurant, Boutique Yarra Valley Winery (Wine Making Team Tasting), Yarra Valley Vineyard with Valley Views, and Yarra Valley Boutique Winery (Evening Tasting). These places show off the best of what the Yarra Valley has to offer! This tour includes bottled water, tasty wine tastings, a friendly driver/guide, a delicious lunch, and a comfy air-conditioned vehicle. Plus, it picks up and drops off at select hotels.
This is a full-day experience where guests can enjoy a mix of small, medium, and large wine producers, this tour provides a great overview of what the Valley does best. Please note that alcoholic drinks besides the wine tastings and gratuities are not included. With a low supplier cancellation rate and a Viator Experience Award in 2023, this curated, top-rated, small-group tour promises excellent quality and unforgettable wine tastings.
Melbourne
$149
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4.9
(6435 reviews)
Duration: 840
minutes
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What to Expect: This full-day bus tour takes guests along the iconic Great Ocean Road. Travelers will see famous spots like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. They'll also stop at Torquay, the Memorial Arch, and a Koala Colony. The tour also goes through Great Ocean Road towns and the beautiful Otway Ranges Rainforest. This tour is perfect for anyone wanting to see the Great Ocean Road in a comfortable and eco-friendly way.
The tour includes hotel pickup, onboard Wi-Fi, and national park fees. Guests will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly and informative guide. Coffee and tea are provided. It excludes meals and gratuities.
Melbourne
$1700
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5.0
(320 reviews)
Duration: 2880
minutes
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