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Melbourne: Full-Day Yarra Valley Wine Experience with Lunch

1. Melbourne: Full-Day Yarra Valley Wine Experience with Lunch

Take a full-day wine tour in the Yarra Valley and discover some of the best wineries in Victoria just an hour's drive from Melbourne. Stop at 4 different wineries, taste a range of wines, and savor an included lunch. After pickup from a range of meeting points, depart for the Yarra Valley. Make your first stop at Greenstone, nestled in the base of the Christmas Hills. Begin by learning the art of the swirl, sniff, and slurp from your expert wine guide and then try a range of cellar door tastings. Move on to the next venue, Balgownie Estate, a stylish winery featuring great views and an excellent restaurant. Enjoy lunch with a glass of the estate's wine, then taste more of the wines produced there at the cellar door. In the afternoon, travel through the gorgeous scenery to a smaller boutique winery, Yering Farm. Experience traditionally made wines and see the antique copper wine-making equipment used by the Yarra Valley’s pioneer vignerons. Afterward, make your final stop at Soumah of Yarrah Valey. The cool climate allows this winery to specialize in styles and varieties typical to northern Italy and southeastern France, such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Sample the award-winning wines before returning to Melbourne.

Melbourne: 3-Hour Foodie Discovery Walking Tour

2. Melbourne: 3-Hour Foodie Discovery Walking Tour

Explore the food and wine scene of Melbourne on an exciting culinary walk, and experience a gastronomic culture that borders on the obsessive! Sip a delicious cup of coffee, sample some sublime dumplings and sneak in a sweet treat (or two!) before finishing it all off with a drink at a bar the locals love. Discover some of Melbourne’s hidden highlights, tucked down lanes, alleys and arcades off the main streets. Hear about the history of the city and the future of the city while tasting some delicious morsels along the way. Your expert guide will provide the key to a variety of fun spots. Even locals may discover a few new sites! Go to one of the city's grand 19th-century arcades, and dive down grungy looking alleys filled with street art. Venture into small lanes steeped in local history and filled with cafés and boutique stores. Encounter an underground art gallery, and end with a drink to toast the end of the tour at a bar the locals love! 

From Melbourne: Yarra Valley Day Trip w/ Wine & Food Tasting

3. From Melbourne: Yarra Valley Day Trip w/ Wine & Food Tasting

Eat and drink your way through the stunningly exquisite Yarra Valley on a tour from Melbourne. Visit traditional wineries and learn about the process of Australian winemaking. Sip award-winning wine and ciders whilst being surrounded by spectacular landscapes. Taste fresh produce and chocolate. Start the day with an indulgent feast for your senses, at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamery with an exclusive behind-the-scenes chocolate tasting. Over 250 handcrafted chocolates are available for purchase, as well as a variety of free chocolate samples to enjoy. Visit three boutique wineries and cellar-door estates, such as St Huberts, Boat O’Craigo, and Medhurst Wines. In some cases, the itinerary and winery stops will need to be modified due to unforeseen circumstances, such as group sizes, special events, and cellar-door closures. Enjoy free time in Healesville, grab lunch and discover the gateway town to the Yarra Valley. See the Yarra Valley through local eyes rather than being shuttled from one winery to another. Whilst in Healesville, explore the local shops, cafes, and restaurants or pop into Four Pillars Gin Distillery, Matilda Bay Brewery, or Alchemy Distillers. Finally, enjoy a relaxing ride back to Melbourne.

Melbourne: Chocolate Wonderland Walking Tour

4. Melbourne: Chocolate Wonderland Walking Tour

Take a journey through the heart of magnificent Melbourne while indulging your inner chocoholic. Be greeted by a very passionate guide at Chocolate Bar New York where you will receive your chocolate survival kit (map, 'I'm a Chocoholic' badge and bottle of water). Then the mini discovery begins as your guide takes you from plantation to plate. Taste the raw ingredients followed by the only Australian grown chocolate. Be educated on the difference between coverture and compound and get prepared with your tasting techniques for the day. Then the real discovery begins. Visit a wine bar and pair it with a masters handcrafted chocolate, discover some of the finest chocolatiers, talk to the store owners to learn about their personal journey, stop for 10 tastings and enjoy walking in a small group of no more than 12 people. Your guide will be full of Melbourne historic knowledge about the famous lanes and beautiful arcades so be sure to keep your eyes and ears open along this decadent walking tour as you don't want to miss anything.

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine and Chocolate Tour

5. Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine and Chocolate Tour

Discover the best wine and local produce that the Yarra Valley region has to offer on a guided day tour around the region. Enjoy free chocolate samples at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery and watch the chocolatiers at work. Enjoy ample time here to pick up some goodies. Then, sit back and enjoy the views as you travel through the vineyards and rolling hills of the Yarra Valley with each winery selected for its excellent cellar door experience. The cool climate region provides the perfect growing conditions for all varietals, famous for its Pinot Noir, Shiraz, and Chardonnay, some of which you will get to sample throughout the day. Take some free time to explore Healesville township. Stroll by the boutique shops, artist galleries, and grab a bite to eat at one of the cafes or popular pubs. You can even pop into Alchemy Distillery for a quick tasting (own expense). End your tour with a visit to a final cellar, for tastings of red and white wines.

Melbourne: Bites & Sights Tour with Observation Deck Visit

6. Melbourne: Bites & Sights Tour with Observation Deck Visit

Start your private tour in the heart of the CBD at Federation Square where you’ll receive an introduction from your guide and learn about the First Peoples of Naarm (Melbourne). Explore Melbourne’s famous street art scene. What used to simply be called “graffiti” has become a trendy artistic style and the laneways of this city are filled with constantly evolving murals. Your guide will explain how the movement has developed, exploring the work of these back alley artists until you’ve worked up an appetite. Head to your guide's favorite local restaurant for a hearty sample of one of the many cuisines Melbourne is known for. Here, your guide will tell you about the numerous waves of migrants, who have helped to create the Melbourne we see today. After you’ve finished eating, you'll grab a coffee and your guide will explain what makes Melbourne coffee unique. Finish at the Melbourne Skydeck, an 88-story skyscraper that is home to stunning views of the city. Your guide will bring you to the top of the tower, pointing out key points of interest in the city and previewing where you can go next.

Melbourne Multicultural Markets Culinary Culture Tour

7. Melbourne Multicultural Markets Culinary Culture Tour

Celebrate the local foodie culture in Melbourne’s multicultural markets on a walking tour. With your local host and small group, you’ll discover the best of Melbourne’s bustling markets. Learn about local gastronomic culture, as well as the history and culinary traditions that are unique to the city.  On this tour, we'll celebrate the local foodie culture at the famous Queen Victoria Market, the largest open-air market in Australia. With your local host and intimate group, you’ll discover the best of Melbourne’s bustling markets and multicultural community. Learn about local gastronomic culture, as well as the history and culinary traditions that are unique to the city. We’ll visit the market in the morning hours before the rush. This will allow you time to interact with the vendors, as you gain rare insight into the history of the city and how the character of Melbourne has developed. Melbourne's oldest markets are packed with stories, and we’ll include plenty of samples, tastings, and time for you to explore, so you can get the true experience. Hear about how immigration has been a driving force in Melbourne, which gives the city such a unique vibe. After the tour, continue shopping on your own or ask your guide for some ideas of how to spend your afternoon.

Melbourne: Guided Walking and Foodie Tour

8. Melbourne: Guided Walking and Foodie Tour

Melbourne is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, experiencing many waves of migration from all over the globe. The many diverse communities that call the city home have contributed to an ever-evolving melting pot of history, food, and culture. Begin your four-hour walking tour at the Immigration Museum and hear the stories of arrivals from all over the world – their challenges, their triumphs, and, of course, their food. Then continue on through the streets of Melbourne and get introduced to the many layers of local favorite foods, architecture, and history. Enjoy a progressive tasting with five different stops at favorite local eateries. Listen to the stories surrounding the history behind the foods and flavors of the shops. Wander through local spice shops to learn about the spices and ingredients from different regions that have come together in Melbourne.

From Melbourne: Bellarine Peninsula Food & Wine Taste Trail

9. From Melbourne: Bellarine Peninsula Food & Wine Taste Trail

Start the day by exploring Geelong’s spectacular waterfront. Take the opportunity to breathe in the fresh sea air as you walk along the esplanade.  Next stop is Scotchmans Hill. Located on the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula with magnificent views, this winery produces premium wines. Enjoy a tasting at the old French provincial barn house, situated amongst the vineyards of the estate. Then, travel to the Jack Rabbit Vineyard for lunch at the Jack Rabbit Café. Taste some of the Bellarine Peninsula’s finest local products at this popular local eatery. You’ll then travel to the Queenscliff Brewhouse, a well-known, lofty brewhouse. Sample some more of the wines, craft beers and ciders that the Bellarine, Moorabool and Otway regions have to offer. Finish the day with a cider tasting on the scenic lawn area of the Flying Brick Cider House. If you are still hungry some more great food is available here, along with a solid selection of beer and fair-trade coffee.

Melbourne: Private Foodie’s Guide to Footscray Walking Tour

10. Melbourne: Private Foodie’s Guide to Footscray Walking Tour

This tour is a true local adventure, giving you insight to the real multicultural side of Melbourne that many tourists don’t experience. After acknowledging the traditional owners of the area we begin by taking in the sights and smells of the Footscray market. From Vietnamese Bahn Mi to Sicilian Cannoli, this tour is definitely a treat for the taste buds. As you walk around the neighbourhood you will learn about the history and demographic of the area and take in some amazing street art and views of the city. We'll then venture towards the Footscray Community Arts Centre passing street art on the way and hearing tales about a local legend, Franco Cozzo. Discover indigenous artwork at the Arts Centre and learn about how this centre supports the local community. We’ll pass political street art and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre to hear about how migrants and refugees have helped shaped Melbourne to be what it is today. Finally, on this tour you’ll also visit a local Ethiopian restaurant where you will be able to enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee and discover how injera, a type of flatbread, is made. After the tour, we’ll give you recommendations for some delicious lunch spots and other places of interest you may like to explore. This tour is accessible for all, including those with mobility impairments and wheelchairs.

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4.1 / 5

based on 28 reviews

First official tour in Melbourne while visiting from New Zealand. As things normalise post Covid the tour was just my wife and I, which was awesome :-) The tour was very informative and obviously there was some great chocolate to enjoy along with a few other little treats.

We had a great day with Tony. He has such a great sense of humor and is very interactive with everyone onboard. This trip is great value as there are 4 tasting plus a glass of wine at lunch with a vey good meal.

We had an amazing time on this trip. If you love chocolate this is a must!! We enjoyed exploring the city and finding out information about things, not just the chocolate. Highly recommend.

Excellent day great wine and food. Very much enhanced by Tony our bus driver and guide. Thank you Tony for a great day.

It was a great tour, our guide Ivan was amazing and made the event to something special. Would recommend it.