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
- Conducted in English
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
Yarra Valley Wineries and Puffing Billy Steam Train Day Tour from Melbourne
Departure Point:
Tour departs from selected Melbourne hotelsOR
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:
Coach to Yarra Valley; Puffing Billy Steam Train ride; wine tasting at Coldstream Hills Winery & Domain Chandon. Includes pickup/drop off at Melbourne hotels Code: M35
Conducted in English
Coach to Yarra Valley; Puffing Billy Steam Train ride; wine tasting at Coldstream Hills Winery & Domain Chandon. Includes pickup/drop off at Melbourne hotels, spit roast lunch at Fergusson Winery Code: M35L
Conducted in English
Additional information
Yarra Valley Wineries and Puffing Billy Steam Train Day Tour from Melbourne
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)
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
Local Operator Information:
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