Private Yarra Valley Wine Tour with Lunch & Tastings

Summary

Yarra Valley Private Wine Tasting Day Trip from Melbourne

If you want a relaxed day tasting wine in Victoria’s oldest wine region—with good food, friendly faces, and plenty of time to soak up the scenery—this private Yarra Valley tour is for you. You’ll visit three unique wineries (not the usual tourist traps), enjoy a generous lunch, and have space to unwind between tastings.

What’s the experience like?

Cool morning air hit my face as we rolled into the Yarra Valley, just past sunrise. The vineyards looked almost silver with dew—never seen vines shimmer like that before. Our guide, Pete, had us laughing within minutes, pointing out kangaroos in the distance and sharing how this region’s been making wine for nearly two centuries. First stop was a family-run cellar door I’d never heard of—no crowds, just us and the winemaker pouring pinot noir straight from the barrel. There was this faint smell of eucalyptus outside, mixing with fresh bread from a bakery next door.

Lunch came at our second winery—a long wooden table set up by the window so you could watch magpies hop around outside while you ate. We had about two hours here: enough time to try their chardonnay (crisp, almost lemony) and tuck into platters piled high with local cheese and charcuterie. Nobody rushed us; honestly, it felt more like visiting friends than being on a tour. By the third stop, most of us were swapping stories over glasses of sparkling rosé. Some folks grabbed a bottle to share out on the lawn—sun warm on our backs, cicadas buzzing somewhere close by. We lingered until it was time to head back, not quite ready to leave those rolling green hills behind.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Yarra Valley Wine Tastings and Lunch

• First wine tasting
• Lunch and second wine tasting
• Final wine tasting and relax

Top questions

Can we customize which wineries we visit?

Absolutely! We work with lots of local venues and can tailor your stops based on your group’s tastes and preferences.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes, a shared lunch is included at one of our favorite wineries—plenty of food for everyone.

How much time do we spend at each winery?

You’ll have about an hour at the first stop, two hours for lunch and tasting at the second, and ninety minutes at the last venue.

Are there options for non-drinkers or special diets?

Of course! Just let us know ahead of time if anyone needs non-alcoholic options or has dietary requirements—we’ll make sure everyone’s looked after.

What’s included

Your private transport for the day (with air-con), three guided tastings at different Yarra Valley wineries, and a hearty shared lunch are all part of your package. We keep groups small and flexible so you get more time enjoying wine—not sitting on a bus.