2 Days Ultimate Food and Wine Vacation in Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula, Australia
Wonderful Food and Wine Holiday Australia
With transfers from Melbourne city center hotels and accommodation the ultimate Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula food and wine journey offers a day to remember. You visit five of the best cellar doors for wine tasting in both regions. During both the days you will also stop for a superb two course lunch with a glass of wine.
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Highlights
- Wine and cheese tasting
- Visit wine regions of Melbourne
- Enjoy cheese and wine pairing at De Bortoli Estate
- Travel in air conditioned vehicles
- 1 night accommodation
- Daily meals
Styles
Accommodation
During this holiday, you will stay in a luxury hotel. This hotel is perfectly situated at the gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region. It also has superbly appointed guest rooms which all include breakfast and balconies overlooking the surrounding hills and valleys.
Program
Day 1
You will be picked up at 09:00 a.m. from Melbourne city and go to Yarra Valley. Your journey to Yarra Valley includes a visit to see kangaroos en route. There will be cheese and wine pairing at De Bortoli Estate. There will be a wine and cider tasting at Yering Farm.
There will be a two course lunch with wine at Tokar Estate or Tramonto kitchen and bar. There will be a wine tasting at Dominique Portet. There is also an wine tasting at Helen and Joey Estate.
You will be staying at a four star hotel in the Yarra Valley and breakfast as well as dinner will be served.
Day 2
You will be picked up at 10:00 a.m. from Yarra Valley accommodation (one hour journey from Yarra Valley to Mornington Peninsula). There is a wine tasting at Yabby Lake with cheese board. There is also a wine tasting at Quealy wines.
You will be served with two course lunch with a glass of wine at RareHare or Merricks Creek. There will also be a wine tasting and a walk around the sculpture park at Pt Leo.
You will enjoy wine tasting at a winery chosen by you or a visit to a chocolaterie before the one hour return to Melbourne city center.
Included excursions
You will visit two leading wine regions of Melbourne.
Instructors
Bill Stewart
Bill Stewart is a friendly, knowledgable and experienced tour guide. Bill has over 19 years of touring excellence with both small groups and private tours. He has a genuine passion for visiting family owned and operated wineries and has indepth knowledge on the stories behind these. Bill is happy to share his knowledge of wine and great food with you. His experience in wine regions also means that he has excellent working relationships with winery owners and cellar door staff so you will have a superior experience when visiting. You will share a memorable and fun filled day with Bill!
Location
This holiday will take place at Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula. which are both cool climate wine regions, situated just over an hour from the Melbourne city center.
Features
Activities
- Sauna
- Spa
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Wine tasting
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Restaurant
Services
- Free bottled water
- In-room dining
- Ironing / ironing board
Food
During this holiday, you will be served with breakfast and dinner at Yarra Valley lodge as well as two course lunch with a glass of wine in both regions. This tour also includes cheese as well as wine tasting.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- Food and wine tasting
- Transfers from Melbourne
- 2 course lunch with a glass of wine in both regions
- Breakfast and dinner at Yarra Valley lodge
- 1 night accommodation
What's not included
- Wine purchased
- Shipping of all wine
How to get there
Arrival by airplane
The closest airport is Tullamarine (Melbourne). Transfers to and from the airport can be provided upon request.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
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