Yarra Valley Wineries and Puffing Billy Steam Train Day Tour from Melbourne

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.

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 a spit-roast lunch at Fergusson Winery. You'll sample a selection of local wines at Coldstream Hills cellar door 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

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Tour departs from selected Melbourne hotels

OR
Federation Square

Departure Time:

• 8:20am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Return Details:

Tour concludes in Melbourne at approximately 5:30pm

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Transport by air-conditioned coach
• Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
• Puffing Billy Steam Train ride
• Wine tasting at Coldstream Hills Winery and Domain Chandon
• Live commentary on board
• Lunch at Fergusson Winery (if option selected)
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)
• 10% discount off recommended retail price for travel up to March 31, 2010

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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