Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times
At a glance
Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times is a 8h 30m guided experience in Melbourne, Australia, operated by Dancing Kangaroo Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1,697 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $84.35 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A gin tasting paddle at a local distillery when you book the Full Tasting Experience option, A lunch stop at St Hubert Estate, with time to eat and try more wine, gin or whisky if you like, A sweet stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 1,697 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 8h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 24 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Be fun spirited like a kangaroo dancing through the Yarra Valley to experience up to 6 unique stops.
Looking for an upbeat, social and stress free day sipping wine and trying new flavours? Then come on and join a great group, enjoy good vibes all day, and explore some of the region’s best wineries, food and local experiences.
You get to visit 3 premium wineries, including the iconic Yering Station, with tastings included at 2 estates. Along the way, enjoy a stop at a local strawberry farm for fresh fruits and jams, indulge in handcrafted chocolates, and spice things up with gin tastings at a local distillery.
Perfect for friends, couples, solo travellers and groups, this epic experience combines great wine, local flavours and a relaxed, social atmosphere.
Enjoy a lunch break at the beautiful St Hubert Estate, where you can purchase food and explore even more wine, whisky or gin tastings at your leisure.
Travel in comfort with great music, great company and savour the good times.
What's included
What's included
- A gin tasting paddle at a local distillery when you book the Full Tasting Experience option
- A lunch stop at St Hubert Estate, with time to eat and try more wine, gin or whisky if you like
- A sweet stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
- A farm gate stop for fresh strawberries, seasonal fruit and local jams
- 3 Yarra Valley wineries, including iconic Yering Station, with tastings at 2 of them
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop off (we meet at Arts Centre Melbourne)
- Grab whatever suits you at Quarters restaurant, St Hubert Estate
- Extra wine, gin or whisky tastings at St Hubert Estate (usually about AUD 15 per person)
- Gin paddle, unless you booked Full Tasting Experience (you can buy one on the day for up to AUD 20)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Please meet in front of Arts Centre Melbourne Spire at 8:45am. The best way to get here is to search for the cafe stand located at the front of this landmark called "Protagonist"
We aim to depart at 9:00am sharp. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment. -
Stop 2 · 40m
On most days, start your Yarra Valley tour with a visit to Yarra Farm Fresh for a wholesome tasting of the region's premier fruits such strawberries, other seasonal fruits, jams, relish and nougat. It’s also an awesome farm gate to purchase some local produce and the tour guide’s favourite drink - apple juice (the designated driver’s choice).
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Stop 3 · 50m
On most days, the 2nd stop will be a visit to Yering Station Winery for wine tastings. Yering Station is the oldest winery in the Yarra Valley and one of the region’s most iconic estates. Known for its elegant cool climate wines, stunning architectural design and sweeping vineyard views, it offers a truly premium tasting experience. Guests love its spacious cellar door, rich history and beautifully presented wines that showcase the best of the Yarra Valley.
Please note on some occasions due to availability issues, we may visit another winery. If this concerns you, please reach out to us so we can confirm the itinerary for your preferred travel date. -
Stop 4 · 1h
This is usually our third stop.
We'll pop over to St Hubert's bistro restaurant called Quarters for lunch. Here you can purchase mains and drinks for lunch to suit your appetite, style and budget.
You'll have ample time to explore the beautiful St Hubert's cellardoor and wine shop as well as the indigenous art gallery. Here you can indulge in some additional wines and even spirits like whiskies & gins (fees apply) -
Stop 5 · 45m
On most days, this is will be our fourth stop and here you'll enjoy wine tastings.
Yering Farm is a charming rustic winery that offers classic Yarra Valley wines as well as a refreshing apple cider to finish.
Please note on some occasions due to availability issues, we may visit another winery. If this concerns you, please reach out to us so we can confirm the itinerary for your preferred travel date. -
Stop 6 · 45m
This is usually our fifth stop.
We visit here for a guided tasting of their wonderful hand-craft chocolates. -
Stop 7 · 45m
On most days (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday) we will visit Stag Lane Distillery as our 6th final stop for a guided gin flight tasting served with a mixer. This is an optional stop only available when you select the "Full Tasting Experience" option.
Stag Lane is a charming family operated distillery celebrated for its small batch craft gins, welcoming atmosphere and passion for traditional distilling methods. Guests love its cosy cellar door and the opportunity to taste unique gins made with locally sourced botanicals. -
Stop 8 · 45m
On some days (Tuesday and Wednesday only), we will visit Four Pillars Distillery as our our 6th and final stop where you can opt in for a guided gin flight tasting with a mixer. This is an optional stop only available when you select the "Full Tasting Experience" option.
Four Pillars Gin Distillery is recognized as one of Australia's reputable gin makers. Enjoy their signature gins with a mixer here. -
Stop 9 · 5m
We'll aim to get back by 5:30PM or earlier.
Meeting point
IMPORTANT:
Please meet in front of Arts Centre Melbourne Spire at 8:45AM next to a cafe called “Protagonist”
We aim to depart at 9:00AM sharp. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded.
Pick-up Address: Arts Centre Melbourne Spire
6/2 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Gin paddles come with the Full Tasting Experience option. If nobody on the day has chosen it, we'll stay 15 minutes longer at the last stop and head back to Melbourne a little earlier.
- Lunch isn't included. We stop for lunch around 11:45am, so have a good breakfast before you join us.
- Venues, especially wineries, can occasionally change. Message us if you'd like to confirm the plan for your date.
- Summer days in the Yarra Valley can be hot and sunny, and there can be a few flies too! Bring a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle, and pace yourself with the tastings.
- Some venues have stairs and uneven ground. If anyone in your group uses a wheelchair or walking aid, or finds stairs hard, message us before booking and we'll check what's possible on your date.
- Kids aged 4 to 17 are welcome, but they won't be served alcohol.
- If we have to cancel because of bad weather, we'll offer you another date or a full refund.
- Yering Farm tastings usually include an apple cider. On the rare day Yering Farm is closed for a private event, we'll visit another winery, and the cider won't be part of that tasting.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times take?
The experience lasts about 8h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $84.35 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
A gin tasting paddle at a local distillery when you book the Full Tasting Experience option; A lunch stop at St Hubert Estate, with time to eat and try more wine, gin or whisky if you like; A sweet stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery; A farm gate stop for fresh strawberries, seasonal fruit and local jams; 3 Yarra Valley wineries, including iconic Yering Station, with tastings at 2 of them.
Where does it start?
IMPORTANT: Please meet in front of Arts Centre Melbourne Spire at 8:45AM next to a cafe called “Protagonist” We aim to depart at 9:00AM sharp. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Pick-up Address: Arts Centre Melbourne Spire 6/2 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1,697 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Melbourne.
