Yarra Valley Redwoods Tour with Winery Lunch or Wildlife Option
Description
Experience the best of nature and indulgence on our Redwoods Day Tour, a small-group journey through the stunning Yarra Valley with the option of indulging in a Winery Lunch and Wine tasting or a visit to the award winning Wildlife Park. We begin with free time in Warburton, a charming riverside village nestled in the mountains, before stepping into one of the region’s true highlights — the towering Californian Redwoods. Wander beneath these majestic giants and escape into nature. From here, tailor the day your way. For those wanting to indulge in the Food & Wine culture of the Yarra Valley we include a relaxed 2-course lunch and wine tasting at a Premium local winery with stunning vineyard views. For those wanting a more nature-driven experience, we include your entry into the Healesville Sanctuary wildlife park, where you can wander with Australia native Animals. We finish with an indulgent visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie - where you can indulge your sweet tooth.
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Itinerary
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.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
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.
G’day! Thank you for your review! We love hearing about your tour and we are glad you enjoyed your time with Guide Jenny to the Yarra Valley Redwoods :)
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
G’day! Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a good time with Jenny in the Yarra Valley =)
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! 😀
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a fantastic day exploring the Yarra Valley Redwoods with Jenny. Even with the rainy start in Warburton, we’re glad the weather cleared and you were still able to enjoy the beautiful scenery, wine tasting, and everything the Yarra Valley has to offer. We couldn’t agree more - the region truly is a special place, and Australian wines are hard to beat! Thank you again for your recommendation and for travelling with us.
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
Hi Peter, thanks for taking the time to review us and thanks for the 5 stars! We really appreciate all feedback.
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?
Hi Trevor, thanks for the review us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed our itinerary as much as we do! Thanks for being on board with us and hope to have you back on board in the future :)
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!
We are so happy to hear of your beautiful experience wth Guide Theresa in the Redwoods! Thank you so much for taking the time to review us :)
Great tour that you shouldn’t miss! The host Jenny was very caring and knowledgable. We enjoyed the tour very much!
Thank you for your kind words and review!
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.
G’day! We are so happy to hear you had fun. Thanks for being on our tour =)
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.
G’day! Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a good time with Jenny in the Yarra Valley
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.
G’day! Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a good time with Jenny in the Yarra Valley. The Redwoods are indeed a sight to behold.
