Showcasing the Region | Yarra Valley Day Tour

Located less than one hour drive from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is spoilt for its variety of stunning wineries with mountain views, amazing local produce and delicious food. Your tour includes 2 boutique wineries, a family run local craft brewery and tastings of moorish local produce.

Your day will include the following highlights;

• Gourmet Produce Tasting at Gateway Estate Farmhouse
• Delicious chocolate samples at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice-creamery
• Sample of local beers at a Craft Brewery
• Two course Italian Style lunch at Killara Estate Winery
• Two hand-picked Boutique Cellar Door Tastings

Departs/Returns:

June to August

• Melbourne on days: Monday – Wednesday – Friday – Saturday – Sunday
• Departure times: between 7:00 – 8:00am 

September to May

• Melbourne on days: Monday – Wednesday – Thursday – Friday – Saturday – Sunday
• Departure times: between 7:00 – 8:00am 

NOTE: If you have set dates please make an enquiry as there are more Yarra Valley options.

What is Included:

• Local produce for morning tea
• 2 Course Vineyard Lunch
• Chocolate tastings
• All wine/beer tastings
• Water throughout the day
• A friendly driver/guide
• Informative tour commentary
• Inner city hotel pick up and drop off
• On-board cool box to keep your produce fresh

Yarra Valley Day Tour Itinerary:

Our Yarra Valley Wine Tour begins with fresh produce and a tour through the Yarra Valley Gateway Estate greenhouse and learn about sustainable, organic farming. Then we get our first sampling of the day with a variety of local produce. If you love strawberries there is an indoor strawberry picking available throughout the year at an additional cost.

This gourmet farm gate is home to their own delicious range of relishes, preserves and strawberry liqueurs which you will sample together with platters of local fruit and cheese. Delicious!

A Chocolate lover’s dream! Enjoy free chocolate samples at the Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery and watch the chocolatiers at work. You have ample time here to pick up some goodies – great for that chocolate lover you need a gift for. Or grab a coffee or ice cream from the café!

Visit a Craft Brewery on our Yarra Valley Wine Tour and sample all the craft beers currently on offer including a full glass of your favourite. 

Time for an Italian Style Lunch at Killara Estate Killara. Sit back in this beautiful Italian winery and enjoy a relaxed two-course lunch while taking some of the best views of the Yarra Valley. You will feel like part of the family after the friendly team at Killara have treated you to a hearty meal.

Of course, there is time after lunch to get some pictures of the rolling hills and sweeping views that encompass this vineyard

Boutique Cellar Door Tastings. Finish the day off in style by visiting one of the most iconic wineries of the Yarra Valley

Hanrahan’s Vineyard. Let local wine owner Bev take you through their incredible selection of wines, while you relax in their funk and stylish boutique cellar door.

Note: Itineraries may change due to weather or other circumstances

Important Information

• Itineraries may be subject to change dependant on weather and other circumstances
• Prices are in Australian Dollars (AU$)
• Minimum Age: 18 years

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Reducing their Carbon Footprint:

• Renewable Energy: The Get Lost Travel Group depot in Melbourne is powered by 100% solar energy.
• Offsetting Carbon Emissions: 100% of all transport emissions are offset with their partnership with not-for-profit Greenfleet (see below).
• LED Lighting: The majority of lighting used by Get Lost Travel Group’s offices and depots is LED. This has reduced consumption by 65%.
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Commitment to Wildlife:

• Koala Clancy Foundation: The Get Lost Travel Group are proud sponsors of the Koala Clancy Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation passionate about the health and well-being of wild koalas.
• Wipe for Wildlife: Get Lost Travel Group, we have chosen to Wipe for Wildlife at the workplace, using only recycled toilet paper and tissues supplied by Who Gives A Crap.

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They plant native biodiverse forests to offset carbon emissions on behalf of individuals and businesses and help fight the impacts of climate change. Since 1997, Greenfleet have planted more than 9.4 million native trees across over 500 biodiverse forests in Australia and New Zealand. 

Note: Wildlife Tours Australia does not currently hold Eco-Accreditation from Eco Tourism Australia.