Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

About this tour

Spend eight hours touring the Yarra Valley's best-kept producers—wineries, gin distilleries, whisky makers and chocolatiers. You'll taste across multiple categories with a driver who knows the region and takes song requests. The itinerary is set, but the group splits by interest, so gin lovers don't tag along for extra wine stops. Fair warning: lunch isn't included, though you can grab food at any winery and eat there. Suits everyone fitness-wise, and it runs rain or shine.

Highlights

• Wine tastings at multiple Yarra Valley estates
• Gin distillery visits with producer insights
• Whisky sampling across local makers
• Guided chocolate tasting experience
• Flexible group routing by personal preference
• Air-conditioned vehicle with curated soundtrack
• Operates daily regardless of weather

What to expect

Your driver collects the group and you head into the Yarra Valley. Throughout the day you'll stop at producers—some focus on wine, others on gin or whisky, and at least one dedicated to chocolate. At each stop, there's a tasting; the pace and depth depend on where you go and how long you linger. The group can split: if three people want more wine and two want gin, you'll separate and reconvene. Lunch happens at one of the wineries; you're free to buy their food or bring your own, but eating outside the winery grounds isn't allowed. It's a full day of tasting, driving and chat.

Good to know

Hotel pick-ups aren't included—use public transport or arrange your own way to the meeting point. Leave bulky luggage, wheelchairs and prams at home; the vehicle and producers aren't set up for them. Bring cash or cards for food purchases and any extras. Alcoholic beverages are covered.