10 Day Tours In Yarra Valley, Australia - Updated 2024

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Famed for its dazzling array of top wineries, Yarra Valley, east of Melbourne, is a wine connoisseur’s paradise; its cooler climate is proving perfect for producing everything from pinot noir to chardonnay. This fame brings millions of visitors to the area every year, eager to sample drinks from some of the 300 vineyards and 160 wineries. But, as impressive as its wines may be, there is more to the Yarra Valley than just its aqua vita.

This destination hosts some food producers - from chocolatiers to cheese makers. And there are plenty of attractions, such as family-friendly fun at the likes of Funfields Theme Park and the Diamond Valley miniature railway. Country fans will also enjoy the mix of trails and the wildlife at the likes of Healesville Sanctuary. With so much to see and do, there’ll be enough to keep you occupied for several holidays - not just one. But where do you start? Read on for some of the day tours in Yarra Valley, Australia, that will help you get your exploration started.

1. Embark on a private Yarra Valley tour from Melbourne (from USD 110.0)

Culinary delights await visitors to Yarra Valley, with its range of delectable wineries and popular produce - and this day-long tour will provide a tasty introduction. During your private eight-hour tour, you’ll visit the likes of Yering Farm and have a wine tasting in its cellar door that was once an old hay shed. And it is not alone - you’ll also enjoy the produce from a range of boutique wineries during your day, including the likes of Steels Gate Wines, Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort & Spa, Domaine Chandon Winery and Yarra Yering. Food highlights include lunch at Balgownie Estates.

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Yarra Valley Wine and Winery Tour from Melbourne

Duration: 8 hours

1206 reviews

2. The ultimate Yarra Valley food and wine tour (from USD 178.0)

A food and drink tour that will appeal to small groups, this eight-hour option caters to groups of no more than 10 for added personal service, and it includes all the scenic highlights you’d expect during any visit to Yarra Valley. It also stops off at one of the valley’s highly-regarded restaurants and it includes a range of top wine tastings for those who enjoy fine tipples, accompanied by the likes of cheese and oyster pairings to truly indulge those taste buds. The price includes free drinks, lunch and hotel pick-up and drop-off, taking the hassle out of your travel.

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Ultimate Yarra Valley Chandon, Soumah & De Bortoli Cheese & Wine

Duration: 7 hours

299 reviews

3. Take part in a wine, cider and chocolates day tour (from USD 113.98)

day tours yarra valley | take part in a wine, cider and chocolates day tour

This nine-hour option includes chances to sample everything from the valley’s top wines and ciders to its chocolate, cheese and gourmet highlights. During your trip, you’ll get the chance to enjoy some ales and award-winning pear and apple ciders at the Napoleone Cider House and Brewery. Visit two boutique wineries for a little tasting fun and enjoy some of the 200 different chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Other stops include the Italian-inspired wines of the Killara Estate, where you’ll also enjoy a two-course lunch and the top cheeses of the Gateway Estate.

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From Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine Grazing Tour

Duration: 9.0 hour

41 reviews

4. Enjoy wildlife, mountain summit views and wine tasting (from USD 1.0)

Explore some of Yarra Valley’s natural marvels with this eight-hour tour of its upper reaches. Highlights include the summit of Mount Donna Buang some 1250 metres (4,100ft) up, the Yarra Ranges’ rainforests and the Healesville Sanctuary - the latter of which will offer plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities. Those who simply have to sample some of the valley’s famous tipples will also be able to enjoy a wine tasting, while a brief stop off in Warburton will enable you to pick up some souvenirs and maybe a bite to eat.

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Melbourne to Yarra Valley Small-Group Full-Day Shore Excursion

Duration: 8 to 9 hours

6 reviews

5. Fire up your adrenaline with a tandem skydive (from USD 207.25)

If the earlier hot air balloon ride whetted your appetite for an aerial exploration of the valley or if you thought it was too sedate and you fancy something with a bit more bite, then this skydive may be for you. You’ll tandem jump from a plane some 15,000ft (4500 meters) above the Yarra Valley floor - plunging for 60 seconds before enjoying a gentle 5- to 7-minute descent after your chute deploys. The tour includes professional support staff. Once you’ve taken the plunge and enjoyed your thrills, you’ll get the chance to tuck into a real reward with a visit to the Punt Road Winery or Napoleon Cider house for a cheeky tipple or two.

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Yarra Valley Tandem Skydiving Experience India

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6. Full-day gourmet tour (from USD 120.49)

full-day gourmet tour

Go all-in and truly indulge those taste buds with this full-day gourmet tour option. Lasting eight hours, it includes visits to some of Yarra Valley’s premium wineries and its gourmet food sites. Highlights include freshly-made juices of Yarra Farm Fresh during an exclusive visit to its orchard, a visit to De Bortoli Wines for some delectable wine tasting, and a stop at Yarra Valley Dairy, with its top cheeses. A lunch stop at Rochford Wines will make for a memorable mid-tour break, before further visits to the famous Yering Station Winery, and the cocoa delights of the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie complete what promises to be a full and rewarding day.

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Yarra Valley: Full-Day Gourmet Tour with Lunch

Duration: 8.0 hour

363 reviews

7. Be fascinated on this hot-air balloon tour (from USD 409.23)

be fascinated on this hot-air balloon tour

Create memories to last a lifetime by opting for something a little bit different when looking for a Yarra Valley tour. Soar high above the valley floor and its series of vineyards with a spellbinding balloon trip. This full-day tour kicks off with a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the majestic landscape where you’ll be able to soak up the breathtaking vistas. Following your one-hour balloon adventure, you’ll get the chance to visit some of the vineyards you saw from the air. Indeed, the tour includes wine tastings at no fewer than four premium wineries accompanied by a wine expert. You’ll also enjoy a champagne breakfast as part of the package, as well an a la carte lunch later in the day, at the Balgownie Estate.

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Yarra Valley Ballooning and Wine Tour Package

Duration: 1 day

8 reviews

8. Enjoy a rainforest hike and wine tasting tour (from USD 100.07)

enjoy a rainforest hike and wine tasting tour

Your own private wine tour may sound tempting, but what if your bank balance can’t stretch quite that far? Well, never fret, for there are plenty of other wine tour options. Take this one, which will not just appeal to food and drink fans, but hikers alike. This 9-hour tour begins with a combined 7 km (4.3-mile) hike amid the towering trees of Sherbrooke Forest’s rainforest and then later, the Redwood Forest near Warburton. As well as offering chances of glimpsing wildlife - such as wallabies and wombats - it’ll help work up an appetite for the food and drink delights to follow in the afternoon. After visiting a winery for lunch, you will also enjoy some of Yarra Valley’s fine tipples at a tasting - for a small additional fee - alongside the other 9 or 10 tour participants.

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Melbourne: Yarra Valley Rainforest Hike and Winery Tour

Duration: 8 hour

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9. Explore Yarra Valley's wine and beer highlights by classic convertible (from USD 328.0)

You’re spoilt for choice when looking for wine and food tours in Yarra Valley, so how about opting for something a little more unique when touring the impressive scenery and vineyards? Well, this tour by classic Chevrolet convertible will certainly make for a memorable way to explore the area. This six-hour tour, which is for up to four people, will whisk you through the rolling landscape while you enjoy the Australian sunshine. You’ll also visit a number of vineyards and boutique wineries with the experienced driver, and stop off at some of the area’s beer highlights and lunch stops. There are also a number of tour options from which to choose - a winery tour, all-inclusive winery option or a combined winery and brewery tour.

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Yarra Valley Beer, Wine Tour from Melbourne in Convertible

Duration: 6 hours

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10. Explore Yarra Valley's beer, cider and spirits (from USD 139.0)

Yarra Valley may be most famous for its world-famous wines, but a drop of the aqua vitae isn’t the only tipple you can enjoy during a visit. This seven-hour tour highlights some of the tasty beers, ciders and spirits that can also be found in the area. During your trip, you’ll visit five different sites - ranging from tasting rooms to brewpubs, and even inviting beer gardens for a refreshing drink in the Australian sun. Stopping off points could include the likes of the oldest brewery in the valley - Buckley’s Beer - the Coldstream Brewery’s brewpub, and the Four Pillars Gin Distillery. What’s more, the price includes pick-up and drop-off from Melbourne’s Federation Square, or your hotel, and a quality lunch and air-conditioned transport.

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Award winning brewery tour of the Yarra Valley.

Duration: 6 to 7 hours

78 reviews

Experience Yarra Valley's charms

Whether it’s the myriad selection of tasty tipples and famous wineries that capture your imagination, or something a little more dramatic like a spellbinding sunrise balloon ride, there are plenty of touring options to enjoy during a visit to Yarra Valley. What entices you?

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