Take in some of Victoria's best wineries in the stunning region of the Yarra Valley one this 1-day tour from Melbourne. The wineries visited are:

• Yering Station
• Rochford's Winery
• Domaine Chandon

Tastings at all wineries are included in the price. Yering Station and Rochford's provide a cellar door tasting on a range of their wines. Rochford's offer a glass of estate wine with lunch and a cellar door tasting before lunch helps you to decide what will go nicely with your food. A private walk through tour of Domaine Chandon's winery shows you the magic of creating a great glass of bubbly and a glass of premium sparkling or still wine with light tasting platters are offered after a guided tour of the winery.

The tours showcase one of Australia's best winery regions, the Yarra Valley. Renowned for its quality wines, specialty foods and breathtaking scenery, it is the perfect place to enjoy a day away from the city. Tour wineries and format may change without notice.

A choice of white or red Rochford's wine will be provided with lunch. One glass per person. (additional wine with lunch to be paid for by guest). The award winning Rochford's Winery Restaurant will provide a great choice of main course meals served with bread, tea and coffee. Light tasting platters consisting of cheeses, relish and crusty breads are provided at Domaine Chandon with a glass of sparkling wine.

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Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

• December 25 (Christmas Day)
• December 26 (Boxing Day)
• January 01 (New Years Day

Departure Point:

Please make your own way to one of the 6 convenient locations listed below to board the bus:

• 9:00am: Outfront The George Hotel - corner of Fitzroy Street and Grey Street, St Kilda
• 9:20am: Outfront 7-11 Convenience Store - corner Flinders Street and Spencer Street, City
• 9:30am *Recommended Departure Point*: Outfront St Pauls Cathedral - corner Flinders Street and Swanston Street, City
• 9.35am: Outfront Her Majesties Theatre, corner Exhibition and Little Bourke Street, City
• 9:40am: Outfront Hertz Car Rentals, 97 Franklin St, City
• 9:50am: Roundabout at North Melbourne - corner of Queensbury Street and Howard Street, North Melbourne

Departure Time:

Between 9.00am and 9.50am, depends on departure location.

Return details:

Tour returns to original drop off points between approximately 4.30pm and 5.00pm

Hotel Pickup:

There are no hotel pick ups for this tour. All passengers must make their own way to one of the above-mentioned 6 meeting points.

Itinerary:

9.00am - 10.00am - Meet at pick up points
See 'Departure Point' for places and times

10.00am - Depart pick up point for Yarra Valley
Just under an hour's trip in the Australian Wine Tour Co.'s luxury buses.

11.00am - Yering Station
Yering Station is one of Australia's pre-eminent wine brands. You will start the day by showing you how to swirl, sniff and slurp and then you'll be ready to taste some of Yering Station's award winning benchmark classic Australian wines.

12.00pm - Rochford's Winery
Rochford have long been the benchmark for style and class in the Yarra Valley and the wines also live up to this reputation. The first ½ hour will be spent at the tasting table, a great opportunity to make a wine selection for lunch! Then it's into the Restaurant for a superb lunch while taking in magnificent vineyard views.

Lunch includes main meal, a glass of Rochford on Yarra wine and tea or coffee. (Vegetarian option available)

1.40pm - Yering Farm
The old hay shed situated at the top of the hill, overlooks stunning views, has been converted into a charming rustic Cellar Door, oozing with character. The Cellar Door proudly showcases antique cooper tools used by pioneer winemakers over a century ago. A fantastic environment to enjoy superb wines made with traditional winemaking techniques.

2.15pm - Domaine Chandon
French Champagne company Moet and Chandon's Australian production house Domaine Chandon is the perfect way to finish the day with a guided tour through the winery that shows how the wine is made followed by a relaxing glass of Australia's best bubbly with gourmet food platters and a view that will leave you in awe. Spectacular to say the least.

3.30pm
Leave Yarra Valley for Melbourne

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Return to Drop off points

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Tutored wine tasting at 4 premium Yarra Valley Wineries
• Gourmet one course lunch at Rochford's Winery Restaurant
• One glass of wine during lunch
• Glass of delicious sparkling wine at Domaine Chandon
• Light tasting platter at Domaine Chandon
• Transport in air-conditioned, 21 seater, luxury bus

Exclusions:

• Items of a personal nature

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
• Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking, unless booking within 7 days of departure. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
• Passengers must prove they are over 18 years for the consumption of alcohol at wineries. Service of alcohol may be refused to persons deemed intoxicated.
• Vehicles do not carry child safety seats or have appropriate fixtures to secure seats, therefore Parents or Guardians of children under the age of 12 must sign a wavier of responsibility for the safety of the child whilst on bus.
• Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• Please note, depending on the time of year, the wineries visited may vary
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
• Vegetarian lunch is available. You MUST request at time of booking in the "Special Requirements" box.
• If you're unsure of the best departure point we recommend 9:30am: Outfront St Pauls Cathedral, as it is located in downtown Melbourne.
• Alcohol may not be consumed on the vehicle. Persons causing a nuisance to other passengers may be removed from the vehicle.

Local Contact Details:
Please specify the name of your hotel and contact telephone number during your stay in Melbourne. This is important information the tour operator requires in case you need to be contacted regarding changes in the tour departure times.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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