Discover Victoria's premier wine region in the picturesque Yarra Valley, featuring world-class wineries and award-winning cool-climate wines just one hour from Melbourne.
Journey through the majestic Dandenong Ranges National Park, passing towering Mountain Ash trees - among the world's second tallest - and ancient fern forests in this enchanting mountain retreat.
Nestled along the Yarra River, Warburton is a charming mountain village surrounded by lush landscapes and mountain vistas. Enjoy free time to explore boutique shops, cozy cafes serving local produce, or take a peaceful stroll along the scenic riverbanks. This authentic mountain town offers the perfect introduction to Yarra Valley's natural beauty.
Step into the majestic Yarra Valley Redwood Forest, where thousands of soaring California Redwoods create a tranquil and almost otherworldly atmosphere. Wander beneath their enormous canopy on a guided walk, breathe in the fresh forest air, and capture stunning photos of this hidden gem that most Melbourne tourists never discover. The cathedral-like setting offers a moment of stillness and awe.
Be treated to an indulgent tasting and lunch experience at Soumah Yarra Valley, set within a stunning Mediterranean-style estate. Take in sweeping vineyard views as you enjoy refined cool-climate wines, complemented by a generous grazing platter and a relaxed winery lunch. On certain days we will visit Riverstone Estate instead of Soumah - with the same inclusions Note: only available to those choosing the WINERY OPTION
Spend around two hours at Healesville Sanctuary, with the freedom to wander through this beautiful native wildlife park, enjoy lunch at your leisure, and immerse yourself in the surroundings. Arriving at the perfect time, you’ll have the opportunity to catch engaging keeper talks and encounters featuring emus, echidnas, and the ever-popular platypus. Note: only available to those choosing the WILDLIFE OPTION
Conclude your day with a 30-minute visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, where you can sample artisan chocolates, explore the beautifully presented showroom, and treat yourself to something special.
Return back to the city lights of Melbourne after an enriching day out amongst nature and fine wine. We dropoff back to the Melbourne Arts Center or city center hotels on request.
The redwood forest is amazing. We then went to a winery for tasting & lunch. This was beautiful. The lunch was great and staff very friendly.Our tour guide Jordan was great. He helped us when we needed it and gave lots of information. I would highly recommend this tour. It was a great day.
Sue from localwaytours is really friendly and knowledgeable! The experience was great! Love the
Jenny was our fabulous guide... Very knowledgeable, friendly with commentary all the way. The redwood forest was amazing and the scenery was so beautiful. Lunch at the winery was lovely and we sat with a lovely young couple from Adelaide. All in all, a wonderful way to end our six night Melbourne stay
Gorgeous views and drive, lovely winery, and we were kept caffeinated, fed and informed by our very lovely host, Jenny.
Fantastic day out from Melbourne! The small group and guaranteed window seats made the drive super relaxing. Loved the perfect mix of nature and indulgence—walking through the redwoods, seeing local wildlife, and enjoying a great winery lunch with wine tasting. Our guide, Jenny, was brilliant, friendly, and kept everything running seamlessly. Highly recommend!
Our Tour guide 'Nathan' looked after us really well, and made the journey so much fun. I am definately doing it again.
Russell our driver and guide reached out the day before to make sure we are all ready of the pick up. We were offered free coffee before the trip and it was a smooth ride. The vehicle was very comfortable and trip was well worth it. We went to the redwoods, wine tasting at Soumah with amazing view with sumptuous lunch and lastly, chocolate and ice cream treat before heading back to the city. I would definitely recommend Local Way Tours
Beautiful scenery of the Yarra valley. Enjoyed the lunch and wine at the vineyard, complete with dessert at the chocolaterie. Thanks Jenny for the warm and lively commentary, both insightful and local; and for taking us safely through the rolling hills and back 😆
We had a wonderful one-day tour with our guide, Jenny. She was friendly, caring, and made sure everyone in our small group was well looked after throughout the day. The itinerary was fantastic, covering the beautiful Redwood Forest and a lovely vineyard. Jenny shared interesting information along the way and created a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for a memorable day out in Melbourne!
beautiful scenery of the Yarra valley, nature away from the city. enjoyed the wine and lunch at the vineyard , with dessert at the chocolaterie. Thanks Jenny for the insightful lively commentary ... and for taking us through the rolling hills😁
A well-paced day, enjoyable places to visit and great commentary by Jenny our guide/driver - very friendly and knowledgeable - a great day for groups, couples and solo travellers.
What a fantastic tour ! Jenny was warm, enthusiastic and took us to beautiful winery’s! She provided a great history of Melbourne and other destinations- she had great knowledge and took beautiful pictures that we would not have had if it were not for her! Highly recommend! Thank you x
We had a fantastic time during the tour! Our kind guide, Jenny, is a good conversationalist as she shared a lot of great things about the tour and the areas that we visited. She is excellent guide making sure we are all doing alright and feeling ok. It was raining hard when we arrived at Warbuton but she gave us time to see around the township while waiting for the rain to let up. Yarra is a beautiful scenic place that I strongly recommend for travelers. Wine tasting is a must try! Personally, Australia has the best wines. Luckily, the rain has stopped and we tremendously enjoy the rest of the tour with Jenny. We definitely recommend this tour. Thank you, Jenny! 😀
Our host, Teressa ensured our day was both enjoyable and informative Walking through the Redwood Forest is an experience not to be missed Wine tasting and hearty lunch at Soumah Winery was another highlight
We loved the Redwood Forest and had plenty of time to explore, so quiet and awe inspiring. At Soumah vineyard we tasted six different wines and chose the favourite to go with lunch. Lunch was very good and we’d recommend the Barramundi or the Ragu. A stop at the chocolate factory and ice creamery was the cherry on the cake. What more could you want except a pleasant and upbeat guide called Theresa?
This tour is a great day out from Brisbane. The Redwood Forest is stunning, so beautiful. We had lunch at the Soumah Vineyard and tasted six of their wines. Lunch was excellent and we’d recommend the Barramundi or Ragu. Then on to a chocolate factory and chocolaterie… oh my goodness! We came away with a few treats to enjoy at home. Thank you Theresa!
Great tour that you shouldn’t miss! The host Jenny was very caring and knowledgable. We enjoyed the tour very much!
This was a really lovely tour, showcasing several different areas and ending with a wonderful tasting and lunch at a vineyard. Beautiful region and an easy day trip from Melbourne. Our guide, Jenny, was great. Super engaging, knowledgeable, and interesting.
Comfortable minibus. The guide (Jenny) was knowledgeable and attentive. There were only six people in the group. Short but nice walking in Upper Yarra River Reserve. Beautiful and historical Redwood Forest. Relaxation! Excellent wine tasting with six different kinds of wine. Great shared starter and delicious main course. However, little bit late to serve the main course. To visit Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery was a plus. Adequate times to explore every scenic spot. Enjoyable experiences.
We had a wonderful wine tasting with excellent wines and friendly, knowledgeable guides. The highlight was the stop at the beautiful Redwood Forest, where walking among the towering trees was peaceful and unforgettable. A perfect mix of great wine and nature — highly recommended! Thank you Jenny for being our guide.
Brilliant day with 3 venues with wine tasting. Well thought through in terms of the order of experiences. Loved the driver - NED who was really personable, friendly and super knowledgeable
We had a really enjoyable experience. The itinerary was well planned, with just the right amount of time at each stop so we could truly enjoy and explore without feeling rushed. Our guide (Jenny) was fantastic. She was knowledgeable, confident and very friendly. She made sure everyone felt comfortable and safe throughout the trip, and she answered all our questions thoroughly. Highly recommend!
Great way to spend the day! Great tour with sights, wine, chocolates, ice cream and an awesome driver/guide. Thank you!
Excellent tour, coffee, wine, chocolate and food. What more could you ask for? Theresa was a personable and knowledgeable guide who greatly added to a great day. We have done other tours with this company and all have been excellent.
Loved the short visit to Redwoods. Wine tasting was brief but tried quite a variety of wines, however the meal (& more wine) was excellent. Chocolatier shop was an opportunity to buy goods if required. Thank you to Yuri, our guide.
Lots of fun with the guide and group! The scenery was absolutely stunning. Lunch was amazing. Too much fun
Everything was easy, from pick-up to drop-off, with the right amount of time at each location. Jordan was super friendly and knowledgable, plus the weather was perfect!
The tour was an amazing one. My tour guide, Perry, is a warm-hearted person. He is not just well-informed about the tour and the places we had been too but also very friendly and approachable. Unfortunately, it was a rainy day which made it slightly challenging. However, the lunch at the winery was spot on! I hope to book tours with you in future. Once again, thanks to Perry for his hospitality and guidance.
Overall, a very nice introduction to the best of Yarra Valley : beautiful bushy scenery, countryside vibe, nice food and wines and the authentic village of Warburton, a hidden gem that this company is the ONLY one in Melbourne to go to. After wandering in the peaceful and enchanting village of Warburton, you will be heading to the nearby Redwood forest with Californian sequoias, planted in 1930. There are 1476 trees ranging from 20 to 55 metres, a real cathedral forest.After enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of this place, it will be lunch time. At Soumah Cellar door, you will enjoy several tastings(I loved the Pinot noir and 'The Butcher') and a fine dining meal with fresh local ingredients. You will be able to choose from 4 different menus, from meat, fish, chicken or vegetarian. Finally, the last stop is Yarra Valley Chocolaterie where you will be able to indulge in some free tastings, chocolates or decadent ice cream. Sue was our driver for the day and she was very knowledgeable and informative about the iconic monuments of Melbourne and suburbs we crossed over. She informed us too about the places we went through from the start to the end of the trip. She made sure everyone was feeling comfortable. The bonus: the morning coffee is offered at the Protagonist cafe, where you bus awaits.
Our tour guide ( Perry) was fantastic—super nice, funny, and very informative. He made the experience engaging, kept the group entertained, and even took great pictures for us. Highly recommended!
Rod was excellent host with plenty of information without being too much. Wine visits were good with St Huberts the most generous. Would highly recommend.
The organization was great, Jenny contacted in advance by mail, free coffee at the meeting point, good information on the way out. Small group (6 guests). Small wine tasting standing up, very decent food for lunch.
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