Melbourne: Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour & Lunch - Gin/Beer Upgrade

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US$131.85 per guest

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Earliest available date: September 13, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

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Location

Melbourne

Duration

8 hours 30 minutes

Number of Guests

1 - 6 guests

Language

English

Other

Vegetarian, Pet-friendly

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Yarra Valley's charm with a wine tour featuring 4 wineries, a winery lunch, and a treat at a chocolate & ice creamery. Upgrade to gin or beer tastings for added fun.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Enjoy a relaxed and premium day exploring the Yarra Valley with everything taken care of. This wine tour combines quality tastings, a delicious winery lunch and visits to some of the region’s most loved cellar doors, making it perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy a complete experience.

Visit 4 hand-picked wineries, including favourites such as Yering Station, Soumah, Helen & Joey Estate and Payten & Jones, with tastings showcasing a mix of acclaimed and boutique producers.

Enjoy a two-course winery lunch with shared antipasto, individual mains and a complimentary glass of wine.

Finish the day with a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolate & Ice Creamery for a sweet treat.

For a fun and tailored experience, you can upgrade your tour to replace the fourth winery with a visit to Four Pillars Gin Distillery (select “CLASSIC WINE and GIN” option, available 7 days) or Watts River Brewing (select “CLASSIC WINE and BEER” option, available Thursday to Monday). Additional fees apply.

What You Get

Indulge yourself at the last sweet stop by Yarra Valley Chocolate and Ice-cream Factory

Like gin? Upgrade 4th winery to Four Pillars Gin Distillery for tastings [pick CLASSIC WINE AND GIN]

Like beer? Upgrade 4th winery to Watts River Brewery for tastings [pick CLASSIC WINE AND BEER]

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Tastings and gifts at the Yarra Valley Chocolate and Ice-cream factory (available for purchase)

Gin or beer tasting is available only if you selected the appropriate option at the time of booking.

Good To Know

LUNCH usually includes shared antipasto platters followed by individual mains with a glass of wine. Occasionally, mains are shared with sides instead. Please contact us regarding any dietary requirements or concerns.
The tour features may be subject to change. In the event of significant changes to your booked tour, rest assured that we will make every effort to inform you well in advance before you join the tour.
NOTE: This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues particularly with climbing stairs. Please do not book this tour as some of our experiences unfortunately cannot accommodate.
MORE ABOUT OPTIONS: If you wish to switch to the brewery or distillery option, please contact us directly, as availability is subject to change and may not be reflected accurately.
NOTE: Avoid disappointment by understanding the schedule and inclusions of this tour! Contact us for more information about this tour and we'll gladfully help.
MORE ABOUT OPTIONS: If you decide to switch on the day of the tour to either distillery or brewery, an additional fee applies and subject to availability.

What You’ll Experience

Arts Centre Melbourne Spire

Address: Arts Centre Melbourne Spire 6/2 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006 NOTES: Please meet at this central pickup location at 8:45AM. We am to depart at 9:00AM so please plan your trip accordingly to avoid delays. TIP to getting here: From Flinders Street Station, walk across the Princes Bridge towards the Arts Centre Melbourne Spire and wait near the Protagonist Cafe at the front there.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Yering Station

On most days, this is one of our winery visits. We'll enjoy a tasting here with an opportunity to explore their lovely estate. Yering Station is a renowned winery in the Yarra Valley, offering a wide range of high-quality wines including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Established in 1838, the winery features a stunning estate and historic cellar door, providing visitors with a unique wine-tasting experience. In addition to wine, Yering Station also offers fine dining at their restaurant and hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

50 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Soumah

On most days, this will be our second winery. Here you get to enjoy guided wine tastings followed by lunch. Soumah is a boutique winery located in the Yarra Valley, Australia. They specialize in producing Italian and French varietals such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Nebbiolo, and Brachetto. Their wines are known for their elegance and complexity, reflecting the unique terroir of the Yarra Valley. Soumah also offers a range of food and wine experiences, including tastings, tours, and a restaurant serving Italian-inspired cuisine.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Tokar Estate

Please note: On rare occasions [when Soumah is unavailable or we have a second bus running], this will be our second winery. Here you get to enjoy guided wine tastings followed by lunch. Here you'll enjoy a wine tasting of several styles including their acclaimed Tempranillo. Afterwards, we'll sit down in their intimate restaurant overlooking their vineyards to enjoy a premium shared 2 course lunch with a glass. For starters you'll enjoy warm bread, shared antipasto and olive oil. For mains, you'll enjoy a variety of seasonal shared dishes such as lamb, chicken or fish of amazing quality and taste. And to further to enhance the experience you'll enjoy a glass of their estate wines of your choice!

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Helen & Joey Estate Cellar Door

On most days, this will be our third winery. Here you get to enjoy more fabulous wines and walk around their beautiful lake. Helen & Joey Estate is a winery located in the Yarra Valley region of Australia. The winery produces a range of premium wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz, and offers wine tastings and tours of its vineyards and facilities. The estate features a restaurant, cellar door, and outdoor seating area with scenic views of the surrounding countryside.

50 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Payten & Jones Wines

On most days, this will be our fourth winery. Here you get to enjoy really cool eclectic wines or have the option to switch the tasting to a glass of wine or beer. Payten & Jones is a small winery in the Yarra Valley known for its handcrafted wines made from local grapes. Their focus is on producing high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of the region. The winery offers a range of wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, and more. They also have a cozy cellar door where visitors can taste their wines and learn about their winemaking process.

50 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Watts River Brewing

Visit here when you've selected "CLASSIC WINE & BEER" tour option (available Thursday-Monday). At this local brewery, you can enjoy a guided tasting of 4 core beers. Alternatively you can opt for a glass of beer instead. Watts River Brewing is a family-owned craft brewery in Healesville, Yarra Valley. Founded by former White Rabbit brewers, it offers a relaxed, family-friendly venue with a range of refreshing core and seasonal beers.

1 minuteAdmission Ticket Included

Four Pillars Distillery

Visit here when you've selected "CLASSIC WINE & GIN" tour option (available 7-days). At this local distillery, you can enjoy a tasting flight/paddle of 4 gins with a mixer. Alternatively you can opt for a glass of beer instead. Four Pillars Distillery is a renowned gin distillery located in the Yarra Valley. They offer a range of handcrafted gin varieties, including their award-winning Rare Dry Gin and Navy Strength Gin. The distillery also offers guided tours and tastings, as well as a cocktail bar and retail space. They pride themselves on using local and native ingredients in their gin-making process, and have gained a reputation for their unique and high-quality products.

1 minuteAdmission Ticket Included

Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery

This is our last stop, something sweet to finish on. The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery is a popular attraction in the Yarra Valley, known for their wide variety of handmade chocolates and delicious ice cream. Visitors can watch the chocolatiers at work, sample their products, and purchase gifts to take home. The venue also offers chocolate-making classes, high teas, and other events throughout the year.

35 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Fed Square

We'll be dropped back in the CBD in front of Fed Square along Flinders Street near the ACMI side by usually by around 5:30pm.

1 minuteAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Arts Centre Melbourne Spire, Saint Kilda Road, Melbourne City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3006

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IMPORTANT: Please meet in front of Arts Centre Melbourne Spire at 8:45AM. We aim to depart at 9:00AM sharp. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Address: Arts Centre Melbourne Spire 6/2 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006 TIP: There's a cafe at the front called "Protagonist"

End Point

ACMI, Flinders Street, Melbourne City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3000

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Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

based on 2045 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Great wine tasting tour

September 04, 2026

Fantastic wine tasting tour! You don’t get to choose your guide, but we lucked out with Mike — knowledgeable, funny, and great with the whole group. He was also a skilled, safe driver, which made t...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Amazing tour

September 04, 2026

Great tour, amazing wines, we had a lot of fun with the rest of the group; our guide, Mike was really nice and helpful

(TripAdvisor)

Gorgeous Wine Tour with Dancing Kangaroo!

August 29, 2026

Chris was so nice, and the wines were so wonderful! I really enjoyed the tour so much🥰

(TripAdvisor)

Great day out. New friends made. Great wine enjoyed!

August 29, 2026

Chris is a wonderful host, super knowledgeable and friendly.

(Viator)

Fantastic day, beautiful...

August 28, 2026

Fantastic day, beautiful wineries, lovely lunch, great company - what more could you ask for ? … well, Tour guide Sean was definitely a bonus for the day !!!

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