Four Pillars Gin, Lunch and Wine Tour Yarra Valley

Chandon, Four Pillars, lunch with wine, and kangaroos on the way home

A small-group day trip from Melbourne to three Yarra Valley producers combines a guided sparkling wine tasting at Domaine Chandon, a gin paddle at Four Pillars, and a two-course lunch with wine pairing at Soumah's AI Fiori Trattoria. The route includes a stop at Heritage Golf and Country Club, where wild kangaroos live on the grounds and offer a photo moment most visitors don't expect. No rushing between stops. The guide shares insider knowledge of the region and local dinner spots.

Step-by-step itinerary

Yarra Valley wine, gin, and lunch tour

• Guided tasting at Domaine Chandon
• Lunch and wine tasting at Soumah AI FIORI Trattoria
• Tasting paddle at Four Pillars Gin
• Wild kangaroo viewing at Heritage Golf Club

The experience

Domaine Chandon opens the day with a guided tasting of sparkling wines set against rolling vineyard views. A wine specialist walks you through the méthode traditionnelle and the cool-climate elegance that defines the Yarra Valley's style, then you move on without the usual cellar-door crowd.

Lunch at Soumah's AI Fiori Trattoria is the centerpiece. You start with a shared antipasti board of cured meats, pickled and roasted vegetables, and crostini, then choose from four mains: pork scallopini, grilled barramundi, slow-cooked beef rib ragu, or roasted carrot and parsnip risotto. A glass of wine personally selected from your earlier tasting pairs with the meal, so the day connects from one stop to the next. Northern Italian cooking and local wine in one unhurried sitting.

Four Pillars Gin follows lunch. You sample their award-winning gins in a contemporary space, guided through the botanicals and flavor profiles (bright citrus, warm spice, distinctly modern Australian), while learning how the distillery works. It's relaxed and character-driven, a different pace from wine tasting. On the drive back to Melbourne, the route passes through Heritage Golf and Country Club, where a large mob of wild kangaroos lives on the grounds. The guide slows down and gives you time to photograph them. It's often the most memorable shot of the day.

What’s included

• Guided sparkling wine tasting at Domaine Chandon.
• gin tasting paddle at Four Pillars.
• two-course lunch with shared antipasti and choice of main at Soumah, paired with a glass of wine.
• wine tasting at Soumah.
• cheese and wine pairing.
• wild kangaroo sighting at Heritage Golf and Country Club.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• fully qualified guide in English.
• hotel pickup from Melbourne.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Epicurean Tours

Is this one for you?The small-group format keeps the day to 3 stops instead of 5 cellar doors, so each tasting and the lunch have room to breathe. Book this if you want to taste and eat without the rush, and if a 7-hour day from Melbourne suits your schedule. Minimum of 4 guests required. The operator confirms on booking.

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Top questions

What's included in the lunch at Soumah?

Lunch is a two-course meal: a shared antipasti board to start, then your choice of pork scallopini, grilled barramundi, slow-cooked beef rib ragu, or roasted carrot and parsnip risotto. A glass of wine selected from your earlier tasting pairs with the main course.

How many stops do we visit in the Yarra Valley?

Three: Domaine Chandon for sparkling wine, Soumah's AI Fiori Trattoria for lunch and wine pairing, and Four Pillars Gin for a tasting paddle. The route is designed to give each stop time instead of rushing through five cellar doors.

Is the kangaroo sighting guaranteed?

A 99% guaranteed sighting occurs at Heritage Golf and Country Club on the drive back to Melbourne. A large mob of wild kangaroos lives on the grounds, and the guide stops with cameras ready.

What time does the tour pick up from Melbourne?

Pickup is between 9:40 and 10am from your Melbourne hotel, making it a civilized start to the day. The full tour runs seven hours.

Do I need any experience with wine or gin to join?

No. The guide is a storyteller passionate about food, wine, and gin who leads tastings at each stop. Tastings are guided at Chandon and Four Pillars, so you learn as you go.