Discover Victoria’s Yarra Valley wine region on this day trip from Melbourne. With an expert guide to act as your wine tutor, visit four of the area’s best-known wineries: Greenstone Vineyards, Balgownie Estate, Yering Farm and Soumah Yarra Valley. During your series of wine tastings and an included vineyard lunch, you’ll find out why the Yarra Valley is one of Australia's favourite wine regions, loved for its picturesque scenery. Choose from several pickup points in central Melbourne. (Itinerary subject to change without notice)
This is a Premium version of the highly awarded Reverse Itinerary Tour which follows precisely the same itinerary and includes a comfortable hotel Pickup/drop-off in Melbourne CBD and Southbank
Highlights:
• Travel inland in the morning straight to the Twelve Apostles
• At least 4 attractions at the Shipwreck Coast: Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, The Razorback, and Gibson Steps
• Coastal towns: Apollo Bay, Lorne, and lots of other stops for pictures
• Reverse itinerary to avoid the crowds: we mean it! We get there earlier
• More attractions, More stops, More fun!
Cruise the Yarra River and admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline on a two hour narrated city cruise. Your cruise includes both the down and up river routes, encompassing the scenic river gardens and Herring island with the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area; giving you an extensive appreciation of the entire Melbourne region.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
Enjoy a small-group full-day tour that combines native wildlife with wine tasting in Victoria’s internationally acclaimed Yarra Valley wine region. Set out from Melbourne for a visit to Healesville Sanctuary, founded in order to preserve and protect endangered animal species, and spend the morning observing koalas, kangaroos, emus and other iconic native animals.
Early afternoon, travel across to Yering Station Vineyard for a delicious a la carte main course lunch and wine tasting before finishing the day with cheese and wine at the De Bortoli Winery.
WE HAVE 1000'S OF FIVE STAR REVIEWS!
After years of providing private group tours for friends, family and businesses, we realised how much we love to please people and try and go the extra mile to see a bigger smile at the end of the day.
So we built out our new Yarra Valley Public Tour that has the necessary itinerary but also has flexibility to split up the group depending on their preferences on wine, gin, cheese and chocolate.
Most days you will find yourself being driven by the owner. If he is having a rare day off, you will be in the capable hands of one of his few trusted tour guides that also share his ethos of 'Going the extra mile to see a smile'
Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in the enchanting rainforest, relishing panoramic views and invigorating air as the historic locomotive winds through a one-hour odyssey from Belgrave to Lakeside. But that's not all – post-ride, immerse yourself in an intimate wildlife sanctuary rendezvous. Interact firsthand with Australia's treasured fauna, from cuddly koalas to bounding kangaroos and majestic raptors. Elevate your journey beyond ordinary sightseeing; embrace history, nature, and cherished encounters all in one extraordinary experience.
Join our tour guides for a walk through Australia’s culture capital and learn what makes this city great and so much more.
When you arrive, you'll explore Melbourne with a local who can share the history of the city as well as point out things to do after your walking tour is done. Depot Adventures tour guides want to show you the real Melbourne – the city we know and love.
Your tour will stop for a coffee and conclude near the Old Melbourne Gaol, where you learn about Australia’s most infamous bush ranger. After your tour is finished, your guide will brings the group to a classic Australian pub where you can experience traditional Aussie food.
Located in the heart of the city, Melbourne Skydeck captures everything that is special about Melbourne and beyond. The southern hemisphere’s highest observation deck, the city comes to you from nearly 300 metres high.
Get ready for an epic adventure with our Skydeck experiences! Dive into mind-blowing 6D VR, capture the moment with a digital photo as you dangle off The Edge 88 floors up, and zip through Melbourne’s streets on the VR Plank.
This is Melbourne, on another level!
Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to Penguin Parade, we begin our day at a Koala Reserve to meet some furry Australian favourites. Take a tour and get up close and personal with our native Australian wildlife. Travel to Phillip Island Nature Parks, known for its natural beauty, sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experiences. The island is home to a colony of around 32,000 little penguins. Phillip Island Tour is one of the popular and must-watch tourist attractions in Victoria.
Experience the tradition and heritage of the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Explore the inner sanctum of the MCG, walk on the hallowed arena and experience where legends play by taking a guided MCG tour!
The Australian Sports Museum isn’t your typical museum. It’s an exciting, interactive and ever-changing experience where the latest technology has been used to create immersive exhibits and galleries.
It’s a place to explore, discover and play. This is no ordinary museum.
Cruise up Melbourne's famous Yarra River and enjoy the sights of Melbourne's scenic gardens, parklands and famous sporting arenas. This one-hour sightseeing cruise is a wonderful chance to view the scenic river gardens and Herring Island.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
Departing Melbourne at around 8am, you'll pass through Western Plains of Victoria on the way to historic Ballarat. Ballarat boomed in the 1850’s with the widespread discovery of gold in the district. Learn a little about the history and enjoy morning tea at the site of the infamous Eureka Rebellion. Continue the drive through the picturesque western volcanic plains, passing through the town of Moyston, the birthplace of Australian Rules Football.
Arrive at the foot of the Grampians Range known as Gariwerd in the local Jardwadjali language and immerse yourself in the Australian bush with a gentle stroll to Silverband Falls.
Continue to the township of Halls Gap for lunch. Keep an eye open for the local kangaroos and the abundant birdlife that can be seen in the main street. After lunch, head to the Wonderland Turntable for a short hike to the Grand Canyon.
Your last stop is MacKenzie Falls. No trip to the Grampians would be complete without a visit to these majestic falls.
We have made this tour a budget tour to create work for the tour industry and help clients who want to travel but don't want to break their budget. We have added a few more pick-up locations so if you're not sure just ask.
During our tour, you will have the chance to see Australian native animals, beautiful scenery, and of cause the famous 12 apostles in a comfortable bus.
Welcome to the new world of low-cost price touring so everyone can travel.
Embark on an unforgettable tour from Melbourne to the picturesque Yarra Valley, where a day of delectable delights awaits you.
Our first stop takes us to Balgownie Estate, nestled amidst stunning vineyards, where you'll taste an array of premium wines.
Next, we'll journey to Coldstream Dairy where you will sample a range of artisanal cheeses.
Continuing on, we'll visit renowned Four Pillars distillery. Here, you'll enjoy a gin tasting flight, while learning about the distillation process.
Our journey then leads us to the iconic Rochford Wines, known for award winning wines and panoramic views. Take delight in sampling their wines before settling in for a delicious winery lunch.
Finally we'll make a stop at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, a haven for chocolate lovers, where you'll be treated to a guided chocolate tasing.
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, treating yourself, or simply seeking to explore the region, our Yarra Valley tour promises an unforgettable experience.
Experience the most immersive and relaxed-pace tour of Phillip Island from Melbourne, on our all-inclusive full day tour, where you will indulge in a gourmet winery feast (dinner/lunch); savour the local wines in a guided wine tasting; marvel at the untapped scenic beauty of Millowl (Phillip Island); relax & explore in the main township, in its shops and its beaches; see native Australian wildlife in abundance; and finish by watching 1000's of Little Penguins waddle up the beach at Sunset.
All of this whilst being escorted by our fun and friendly local guide, who will provide you with an authentic local insight and curated information as to what makes Phillip Island a truly special place.
Relax in comfort on board our luxury midi-coach, with our window seat guarantee, allowing you perfect viewing of the unfolding spectacular scenery that awaits you.
