Yarra Valley Gourmet Food Wine Tour | ILoveAU

Treat yourself to a day of pure indulgence on Yarra Valley Manna Gum Tours' Gourmet Indulgence Food and Wine Tour, where fine food, exceptional wine, and breathtaking scenery come together in Victoria's premier wine region.

Home to over 80 wineries, the Yarra Valley is world-renowned for its cool-climate wines and award-winning produce. Your personal tour begins with tastings at boutique cellar doors and iconic estates, where you'll sample elegant pinot noir, sparkling wines, and regional specialties. An extravagant gourmet lunch awaits, showcasing seasonal ingredients paired with local wines – all served against a backdrop of rolling vineyards and mountain ranges.

Along the way, you may also choose to visit artisan producers: sample handmade chocolates, enjoy hand made cheeses, or taste seasonal fruit straight from the orchard.

For those seeking the ultimate luxury, upgrades such as champagne brunches or even a helicopter arrival can be arranged.

Less than 90 minutes from Melbourne and with door-to-door transfers available, this is the ultimate way to indulge your senses in the Yarra Valley.

Along the way, you may also choose to visit artisan producers: sample handmade chocolates, enjoy hand made cheeses, or taste seasonal fruit straight from the orchard.

For those seeking the ultimate luxury, upgrades such as champagne brunches or even a helicopter arrival can be arranged.

Less than 90 minutes from Melbourne and with door-to-door transfers available, this is the ultimate way to indulge your senses in the Yarra Valley.

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Step back in time and wander through living history with Yarra Valley Manna Gum Tours' Country Gardens and Historic Homes Tour, a journey designed for garden lovers, history buffs, and those seeking a day of culture and elegance. Your tour begins at Coombe Yarra Valley, once home to the legendary opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Here, you will explore magnificent heritage gardens designed by the creator of Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens, and discover the fascinating history of this cultural icon. Continue your day with a visit to one of the region's most celebrated gardens – choose from the landscaped beauty of Alowyn Gardens, the seasonal spectacle of Blue Lotus Water Garden, or the charming private estates that showcase rare plants, ancient trees, and vibrant floral displays. Enjoy a traditional Devonshire tea, sparkling brunch, or two-course lunch along the way, paired with regional wines. Set amidst the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley, this tour combines natural beauty with rich heritage, offering a relaxed yet luxurious escape. With convenient pick-up from Melbourne (just over an hour away), you will enjoy a seamless and unforgettable day out.

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Luxury Gourmet Indulgence Food and Wine Tour

Where you'll be

What's Available

Other tours by Yarra Valley Manna Gum Tours - Private Wildlife and Nature Tours

Country Gardens, and Historic Homes Tour

Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife and Birdlife Tour

School Holidays Family-Friendly Summer Fun

Ultimate Bride Tribe Bridal Shower Celebration

Rayner's Orchard and Warburton Valley Tour

Luxury Gourmet Indulgence Food and Wine Tour

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Where you'll be

What's Available

Other tours by Yarra Valley Manna Gum Tours - Private Wildlife and Nature Tours

Country Gardens, and Historic Homes Tour

Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife and Birdlife Tour

School Holidays Family-Friendly Summer Fun

Ultimate Bride Tribe Bridal Shower Celebration

Rayner's Orchard and Warburton Valley Tour