About this tour
Spend eight hours exploring the Yarra Valley's finest producers on a private tour from Melbourne. You'll navigate three wineries, taste gin at Four Pillars Distillery, and enjoy a champagne brunch at Chandon featuring sparkling wines, oysters and charcuterie. Between venues, savour artisanal cheese from Yarra Valley Dairy and house-smoked meats with crackers and accompaniments. The pace is measured—plenty of time to chat with winemakers and linger over tastings without rushing.
Highlights
- Champagne brunch with oysters at Chandon
- Four Pillars Distillery gin paddle tasting
- Three regional winery tastings
- Yarra Valley Dairy cheese selection
- House-smoked meats and charcuterie platters
- Private transport throughout the day
What to expect
Your driver collects you from Melbourne and handles navigation while you focus on the producers. Each winery visit runs 45 minutes to an hour—enough to ask questions without feeling herded. The champagne brunch at Chandon is the centrepiece, a proper sit-down meal with sparkling wine pairings. Between stops you'll taste cheese and cured meats from local makers. The gin paddles at Four Pillars shift pace: instead of wine, you're tasting spirits neat and mixed. Expect rolling vineyard views and the company of fellow travellers keen on local producers rather than postcards.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes for walking between cellar doors. The pace suits all fitness levels. Public transport options exist nearby if you prefer independent travel. Book ahead, especially weekends. Bring sunscreen and water.
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