About this tour
A 7–8 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour of the Yarra Valley wine region departing from central Melbourne. You set the itinerary, hopping between wineries, breweries, distilleries and food producers on the GREEN Route at your own pace. Unlike a fixed tour, you choose where to stop and how long to stay—the bus runs all day on schedule so you can explore independently without driving.
Highlights
- Self-paced itinerary — you decide which venues to visit and when
- All-day hop-on hop-off access to Yarra Valley wineries and producers
- Bottled water and onboard commentary included throughout
- Storage box for wine and produce purchases you make during the day
- Departs central Melbourne; no need to arrange your own transport
- Venue staff can recommend tastings if you're undecided where to stop
- Suitable for all fitness levels
What to expect
You'll depart from central Melbourne in the morning and receive a detailed timetable showing all GREEN Route stops and times. The bus runs a continuous loop throughout the day. At each stop—wineries, breweries, gin distilleries, or food venues—you hop off to explore at your own speed, taste and shop, then rejoin the next scheduled bus to continue.
Most venues charge for tastings (fees vary by venue and are not included in your fare). Staff at each stop can suggest where to go if you're unsure. You'll have a storage box onboard for bottles and local produce you purchase. The service wraps up at the end of the day when you return to Melbourne.
What travellers say
- Independence without the hassle of navigating or driving yourself
- Flexibility to spend longer at favourite venues without pressure
- Easy access to multiple producers in one trip from Melbourne
- Onboard storage makes shopping for wine and local goods practical
- Tastings cost extra and add up across multiple stops quickly
- Some venues require pre-booking; spontaneity has limits on busy days
- Timetable-dependent; you're bound by bus schedules, not your own pace
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 independent travellers and small groups who want flexibility over a set itinerary, and anyone who prefers not to drive through the wine region. It's physically accessible for all fitness levels. Be aware: tastings are not included and venues set their own fees—budget separately for this. Some venues require advance bookings, especially on weekends. The day is weather-dependent (dress for potential sun and wind). A timetable is emailed after booking; check it carefully to plan your stops. Service animals are welcome. Public transport alternatives exist nearby if you prefer not to use the bus for a leg.
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.