Travel through the scenic Yarra Valley and ride the Puffing Billy steam train on a big day trip from Melbourne. The Yarra Valley wine tour takes you through Melbourne to the scenic Dandenong Ranges, with spectacular views of Melbourne's skyline en route. After your ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's oldest steam train, you'll travel in comfort through the beautiful Yarra Valley to visit the region's premium wineries.
- Instant Confirmation
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
- Led by a local guide
- Rail Tour
- Free drinks included
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
Your atmospheric ride on the restored Puffing Billy steam train takes you through the lush mountain ash rainforests and fern gullies of Sherbrooke Forest in the Dandenong Ranges. You'll pass picturesque mountain villages along the way and stop to feed the colorful native parrots, rosellas and cockatoos.
The Yarra Valley wine tour continues through the fertile Yarra Valley to enjoy lunch at Rochford Winery. You'll sample a selection of local wines at Dominique Portet then travel to acclaimed Domaine Chandon, known for its award-winning sparkling wines. After your informative wine-making tour of Domaine Chandon, sample wines matched to local cheeses on the patio with beautiful Yarra Valley views.
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Schedule details
Yarra Valley Wineries and Puffing Billy Steam Train Day Tour from Melbourne
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Departure Point:
Tour departs from selected Melbourne hotelsOR
Federation Square
Departure Time:
- 8:20am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details:
Tour concludes in Melbourne at approximately 5:30pmPricing information
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Tour options:
Coach to Yarra Valley; Puffing Billy Steam Train ride; wine tasting at Dominique Portet & Domaine Chandon. Includes pickup/drop off at Melbourne hotels
Coach to Yarra Valley; Puffing Billy Steam Train ride; wine tasting at Dominique Portet & Domaine Chandon. Includes pickup/drop off at Melbourne hotels, spit roast lunch at Fergusson Winery
Additional information
Yarra Valley Wineries
Inclusions:
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
- Puffing Billy Steam Train ride
- Wine tasting at Dominique Portet and Domaine Chandon
- Live commentary on board
- Lunch at Fergusson Winery
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible, companion required to assist
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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