About this tour
A 10-hour winery tour of the Macedon Ranges, an hour from Melbourne, visiting boutique family-owned wineries, craft breweries, and gin distilleries. You'll meet producers, taste their work, and learn about the cool-climate wine region's history and character. Tours run for groups up to 13 people (or larger private groups by request), with an air-conditioned vehicle and accredited guide included; tasting fees at each venue aren't covered.
Highlights
- Meet winemakers, distillers, and brewers at family-owned producers
- Cool-climate wine region — learn what makes Macedon Ranges distinct
- Food pairings included alongside tastings at venues
- Groups up to 13, or larger private tours for events and celebrations
- Air-conditioned vehicle and accredited CPV driver-guide
- Bottled water and basic snacks provided on-board
- One hour from Melbourne — accessible for same-day visitors
What to expect
You'll be picked up and driven into the Macedon Ranges in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Along the way, your accredited guide will introduce you to the region's cool-climate wine heritage and what sets it apart. At each stop — typically three or four wineries, breweries, or distilleries — you'll meet the owners or staff, taste their products (tasting fees apply separately at each venue), and enjoy food pairings designed to complement what you're sampling. The guide will explain the production methods and local history throughout. You'll return to Melbourne after the full 10 hours, with water and basic snacks available during the day.
What travellers say
- Small-group intimacy with boutique producers and genuine hospitality
- Meet winemakers and distillers directly — not a generic tasting room run
- Cool-climate focus explains why Macedon Ranges tastes different
- Flexible group sizes and event customisation available
- Accredited guide handles navigation — you relax and focus on tasting
- Tasting fees ($10–20 per venue) add up quickly across multiple stops
- 10-hour commitment may feel long if you prefer shorter experiences
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers or those with cardiac concerns
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 and craft-beverage enthusiasts, groups celebrating an occasion (hens' and bucks parties, birthdays, corporate outings), and anyone wanting a structured regional tour without driving. The 10-hour duration is substantial — expect to be out for most of the day. Tasting fees aren't included and typically run $10–20 per venue, so budget accordingly. It's not suitable if you're pregnant or have poor cardiovascular health. Alcohol is involved, so you must be 18+ to participate in tastings. Service animals are welcome. The tour can be tailored for groups larger than 13 on request. Public transport options exist nearby if you're travelling independently.
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.