About this tour
A full-day Yarra Valley wine tour visiting four hand-picked cellar doors with tastings, a two-course winery lunch, and a chocolate stop. Over 8.5 hours, you'll sample from both established and boutique producers at venues like Yering Station and Soumah. Groups stay small (up to 20), and you can upgrade the fourth winery to Four Pillars Gin Distillery or Watts River Brewing depending on your preference — ideal if you want expert guidance without driving.
Highlights
- Four wineries including Yering Station, Soumah, Helen & Joey Estate, Payten & Jones
- Two-course lunch with shared antipasto, individual mains, complimentary wine
- Optional upgrade to gin distillery or brewery for the fourth stop
- Tastings from both established and boutique wine producers
- Small group format, up to 20 guests, social atmosphere
- Finish with visit to Yarra Valley Chocolate & Ice Creamery
- No driving — all transport and tastings handled
What to expect
You'll meet your group (up to 20 people) for an 8.5-hour day starting with pickup arrangements you'll confirm separately — public transport access is available nearby. The tour moves between four wineries at a relaxed pace, with tastings at each cellar door showcasing a range of styles from well-known to smaller producers. Halfway through, you'll sit down to a two-course lunch at one of the wineries: shared antipasto platters to start, followed by individual mains with a glass of wine included.
After lunch, you'll visit the remaining wineries (or your chosen alternative — gin distillery or brewery, if booked). The day wraps with a stop at Yarra Valley Chocolate & Ice Creamery for a sweet finish. Any purchases there are separate. You're responsible for your own return transport unless you've arranged it independently.
What travellers say
- Four quality wineries curated specifically, not generic stops
- Lunch included with wine — removes guesswork about midday logistics
- Gin and brewery swap options cater to different tastes
- No driving stress — relax and taste all day
- Small group size keeps experience social without feeling crowded
- Hot summer weather and flies — Australian conditions not for everyone
- Stair climbing at cellar doors rules out many mobility concerns
- Hotel pickup not included; you arrange own transport to start point
- Additional fee if you want to switch to gin or brewery on the day
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits wine lovers and curious drinkers who want structured tastings without managing their own driving, and those keen to try gin or craft beer alongside wine. It's physically accessible for most, but involves some stair climbing at cellar doors, so not recommended if you have mobility issues or spinal concerns. Summer brings heat, sun exposure, and flies — bring sunscreen and accept Australian summer conditions. Pregnant travellers and those with cardiovascular concerns should not book. Minimum age 18. Alcohol consumed throughout, so pace yourself in the heat. Lunch occasionally features shared mains instead of individual plates; contact the operator about dietary requirements before booking. Weather can cancel the tour — you'll get an alternative date or refund. Groups up to 20 mean a social vibe but less intimacy. Upgrade fees for gin or brewery options apply if you switch on the day.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.