Escape Melbourne for an evening of generous tastings, local makers and a two-course dinner in the Yarra Valley. This private tour visits Healesville, offers a choice of wine or spirits tastings, and finishes at Meletos with vineyard views.
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You leave Melbourne as daylight thins and the city’s edges blur into open paddocks; by the time the car eases onto winding country roads the valley has already begun to claim the light. Vine rows line low ridges, their silhouettes leaning into dusk, and Healesville’s small-town storefronts glow like waypoints before a longer evening of tasting.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated and short walks around cellar doors
Wildlife
History
The Yarra Valley sits on Wurundjeri Country; European viticulture established in the 19th century transformed low-lying river terraces into some of Australia’s earliest cool-climate vineyards.
Conservation
Many producers prioritize sustainable viticulture and water management; visitors can support low-impact tasting rooms and follow winery biosecurity rules to protect vines.
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Schedule pickup carefully
Departures are between 3–5pm; confirm your pickup point in Melbourne to avoid delays and to maximize tasting time.
Pace your tastings
Alternate sips with water and light snacks—generous tastings can add up quickly, even with private transport.
Dress in layers
Valley evenings cool rapidly; a light jacket or layers keep you comfortable at outdoor tasting benches and at dinner.
Bring payment for purchases
Wineries and distilleries often accept cards, but small purchases and local goods are easier with a backup card or cash.
Layered jacket
Evening temperatures drop—layers keep you comfortable between stops.
Comfortable shoes
Cellar floors and vineyard paths can be uneven; low-heel, closed shoes work best.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated between tastings; guides will top up bottles between stops.
Phone or camera
Capture vineyard light and tasting notes; useful for contacting your guide if needed.