VICTORIA
YARRA VALLEY DAY TOUR

With a rich history stretching back to the first settlers, the Yarra Valley is not only one of Australia's oldest wine producing regions, but also one of the most diverse, containing large commercial enterprises and small boutique producers. Less than an hour's drive east of Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is home to over 40 wineries and is best known for its success with pinot noir, fine chardonnays and also cabernet sauvignon and shiraz varietals.

The Yarra Valley offers a unique food and wine experience, with many wineries specializing in the foods of the region at the cellar door and adjacent restaurants. Visit a 100-year-old working dairy and sample hand-made farm cheeses. Visit the Produce Store at Yering Station, showcasing produce from the Yarra Valley region and taste at the cellar door of local wineries. .

Ideally located in this world renowned wine-growing region is Domaine Chandon Australia, producing premium quality Methode Traditionnelle sparkling wines from the classic Champagne grapes, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Price:
AUD $180.00 per person

Includes:

Collect guests from Melbourne hotel accommodation.Begin your Yarra Valley Food and Wine Journey with cheese and wine tasting at the 100-year old Yarra Valley Dairy. Visit the historic Yering Station Winery for wine tasting and the Yering Station Produce Store and Art Gallery showcasing regional produce. Visit the famous 'amphitheatre' style vineyard at Coldstream Hills Winery and conclude the afternoon with a cellar door tasting at the rustic Yering Farm Winery. Depart the Yarra Valley and arrive at your Melbourne accommodation at approximately 5:30pm .

All itineraries are flexible and where possible, changes can be made to suit guests.

Overnight options available

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Last updated on Friday, 16 September 2005