Chauffeured Wine Tours – Yarra Valley & Mornington Peninsula
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Come Experience & Explore Victoria’s Award Winning Wineries!
Chauffeured Wine Tours – Yarra Valley & Mornington Peninsula
Come Experience & Explore Victoria’s Award Winning Wineries!
Not everyone has a full day to spend in the Yarra Valley. That’s why this premium half-day private wine experience has been carefully designed for guests who want to visit the region’s most iconic wineries while working around a busy schedule.
Just one hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is internationally recognised for its cool-climate wines, breathtaking vineyard scenery, and world-class cellar doors. This tour allows you to enjoy the highlights of the region in a relaxed, unhurried, and personalised way — without committing to a full-day itinerary.
This is not a fixed timetable tour. It is a fully private experience tailored to your preferred timing.
Choose a departure that suits you:
Whether you are visiting Melbourne for a short stay, planning around other commitments, or simply prefer a shorter outing, this tour fits seamlessly into your day.
Your half-day journey takes you to three of the most respected and visually stunning wineries in the region. These wineries are celebrated not only for their exceptional wines but also for their architecture, vineyard views, and premium cellar door experiences.
Yering Station, Victoria’s first vineyard established in 1838, produces award-winning cool-climate wines that showcase the unique terroir of the Yarra Valley. Their portfolio includes elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon, each crafted with precision to reflect regional character, depth, and balance. At the historic cellar door, housed in the original 1859 winery building, guests can enjoy guided tastings while learning about Yering Station’s rich heritage and modern winemaking philosophy, making it a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts.
Tarrawarra Estate is internationally recognised for its premium cool-climate wines, particularly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which beautifully express the estate’s diverse vineyard terroir. Each varietal is carefully managed to highlight subtle differences in soil, elevation, and microclimate, resulting in wines with vibrant fruit character, refined structure, and elegant texture. Visitors to the cellar door can enjoy tastings of both classic and limited-release wines, gaining insight into Tarrawarra Estate’s meticulous vineyard practices and commitment to Yarra Valley wine excellence.
(Please note: Tarrawarra Estate is closed on Mondays. As an alternative, guests can visit Helen & Joey Wines, a boutique Yarra Valley winery renowned for its approachable, award-winning wines and relaxed, welcoming cellar door experience.)
Oakridge Wines is one of the Yarra Valley’s most respected and award-winning wineries, celebrated for its cool-climate varietals, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wines are known for their expressive fruit, refined texture, and balanced structure, reflecting the estate’s commitment to precision viticulture and expert winemaking. At the Oakridge cellar door, guests can enjoy curated tastings that highlight the distinct character and quality of each wine, making it a standout experience for visitors seeking premium Yarra Valley wine.
All wine tastings are included at each winery.
Located approximately 60 minutes from Melbourne CBD, the Yarra Valley is the perfect countryside escape without long travel times.
Enjoy a scenic drive through rolling hills and vineyards before arriving at cellar doors that showcase the very best of Victorian winemaking.
Your journey is conducted in a Mercedes-Benz V-Class, offering a quiet, spacious, and comfortable ride throughout the day.
As a private small-group tour, there are no crowds, no rushing, and no compromises — just a smooth, relaxed experience from start to finish.
A half-day wine tour is ideal for guests who want:
You return to Melbourne having experienced the very best of the Yarra Valley — without giving up your entire day.
This experience is perfect for:
Enjoy the elegance, scenery, and exceptional wines of the Yarra Valley in a way that fits perfectly into your day.
Contact Happy Sips Wine Tours to arrange your Yarra Valley Premium Half-Day Private Wine Experience at Iconic Wineries.
Book via our website or phone, with payment options including credit card and bank transfer.
No, your group price is final. Please read the full terms and conditions.
Our private wine tours starts at $265 per guest for a group of 7. the price per guest will increase as the number of guests decreases. this excludes BYO tours.
Absolutely. As this is a private tour, we can start at a time that best suits your schedule.
Tours vary. A full-day tour typically lasts around 8 hours, while a half-day tour is about 4 to 5 hours.
Yes, the Mornington Peninsula is also known for its gin, cider, and beer. Let us know your preferences on the booking form, and we’ll tailor the itinerary accordingly.
Guests must be at least 18 years old to consume alcohol. Children are welcome on our tours, accompanied by an adult. Children can join for free, and guests pay for their lunch. We also provide free baby seats and boosters upon request.
