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Relaxed half-day Yarra Valley wine tour, from midday
Three premium wineries, all tastings included, and no early alarm. Around five hours in the valley with an optional cheese or charcuterie platter along the way. Adults only.
Midday start
Three premium wineries
All tastings included
Adults only · maximum 20
Three Yarra Valley wineries
Midday start
Adults only
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Over ten years in the valley · one host and driver all afternoon · maximum 20 guests
Relaxed is the unhurried one. Have breakfast, a coffee, or your favourite podcast at home, then join us around midday for roughly five hours in the Yarra Valley.
You visit three handpicked wineries, a mix of iconic estates and boutique producers, tasting drops that show what the region does with its varietals. Every tasting fee is included in the fare.
Feeling peckish, there are cheese and charcuterie platters to order at one of the stops. This is an adults-only tour, and you are back in the city between 5:30pm and 5:45pm.
What makes the Relaxed half day different
Three wineries, all included
Iconic and boutique producers side by side, with every tasting fee built into the fare.
No early alarm
Meet at 11:45am in Southbank. Your morning stays yours.
Half the day, back by evening
Around five hours in the valley and back in the city in time for dinner plans.
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What the afternoon looks like
Six beats, in order, from the meeting point to the drop-off.
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Meet at 11:45am
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Depart 12:00pm sharp
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First winery tasting
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Second winery, optional platter
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Third winery, cider finish
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Back 5:30pm to 5:45pm
With around 80 cellar doors in the valley the line-up changes, so the wineries named below are the ones most tours visit rather than a fixed list.
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First winery, tasting included
Yering Station
On most tours the afternoon opens at the historic estate, with signature wines from a well-established producer.
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Tasting included · platter at own expense
Soumah
Highly aromatic wines surrounded by the hills of the valley, then time for the piazza menu if you want something to eat.
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Third winery, tasting included
Yering Farm
Charming and rustic, with more developed wines and the farm’s apple cider to finish the afternoon.
Three wineries, one easy afternoon
From $119 per adult with every tasting fee included. Adults only, maximum 20 guests.
The afternoon in detail
A sample itinerary. Times are indicative and move a little with traffic, venue availability and how the day is running. Your host will tell you if anything changes.
MiddaySouthbank, the drive out and the first tasting
11:45am
Meet in Southbank
Arts Centre Melbourne Spire, 6/2 St Kilda Road, beside Protagonist café. Grab a coffee before you board.
12:00pm
Depart Melbourne, sharp
We aim to leave on time out of respect for everyone on board, so plan your trip in advance.
1:00pm
Yering Station
On most tours the first stop is the iconic and historic estate, with signature wines from a well-established producer.
Included tasting
Mid-afternoonSoumah, and the optional platter stop
2:15pm
Soumah
On most tours the second winery, surrounded by the hills of the valley. Highly aromatic wines, followed by time for the piazza menu.
Platter own expense
Late afternoonThe last tasting, cider, and the drive home
3:45pm
Yering Farm Winery
On most tours we finish at the charming and rustic farm winery, with more developed wines and a happy apple cider to close.
Included tasting
4:30pm
Leave the valley
Cheers to the afternoon, then back over the ranges towards the city.
5:30 to 5:45pm
Back in Melbourne
Drop-off beside Federation Square near ACMI, a short walk from Flinders Street Station and the trams.
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Ready for an easy afternoon in the valley?
Midday start, three wineries, every tasting included, back before dinner.
At a glance
Price
From $119 per adult. Weekend fares are $10 more.
Duration
Meet 11:45am, depart 12:00pm, back 5:30pm to 5:45pm. Around five hours in the valley.
Meeting point
Arts Centre Melbourne Spire, 6/2 St Kilda Road, Southbank
Drop-off
Federation Square beside ACMI, 5:30pm to 5:45pm
Wine
Three premium wineries, a mix of iconic estates and boutique producers. All tasting fees included.
Food
No lunch included. Optional cheese or charcuterie platter to order at one of the wineries, subject to availability.
Maximum group size
20 guests
Who it suits
Adults only, 18 and over. Couples, friends and solo travellers who would rather not start early. Operates most days, excluding some public holidays.
What is included
Included
- Return transport from central Melbourne, meeting and finishing in the city
- A local host and driver for the whole afternoon
- Visits to three premium Yarra Valley wineries
- All wine tasting fees at all three wineries
- A mix of iconic estates and boutique producers rather than one house style
- A small group, maximum 20 guests per departure
Not included
- Lunch. There is no meal stop on this tour
- Cheese or charcuterie platters and nibbles, which you order and pay for at the winery
- Additional glasses and anything you buy to take home
- Hotel pick-up, which is not part of the scheduled public tour
Need collection from your door? Private Yarra Valley tours.
Eat a good breakfast before you join
There is no lunch stop on the half day, so have a proper meal before the midday pick-up. Low-aroma snacks like chips and nuts are welcome on board, and bring a bottle of water.
Food on the half day
A cheese or charcuterie platter at one of the wineries
There is no lunch stop, so if you get peckish you can order a grazing platter or light nibbles at one of the stops. On most tours that is the second winery, where there is time to sit with a plate between tastings.
Availability depends on which wineries the day visits. Charcuterie is not always on, but cheese boards or other plates are generally available to buy.
When
Around 2:15pm, at the second winery on most tours
Dietaries
Ordered at the venue, so you can talk to them directly. Tell us at booking as well.
A half day, not a shortened full day
Leaving lunch out is what keeps this tour to five hours and keeps the fare where it is. If you would rather a full day with a proper meal included, Epic has a two-course lunch with a glass of wine, and Amazing stops for lunch you order yourself.
Pricing
One fare, per adult, with all three tastings included. Weekend fares are $10 more than weekdays.
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All fares are per person in Australian dollars and include the tasting fees at all three wineries. Adults only, 18 and over. Platters and anything else you order at a venue are at your own expense. The live price for your date is shown in the booking step.
Comparing the half day with a full day? See what each tour really costs in our Yarra Valley wine tour cost guide.
Is this tour right for you?
We would rather you booked the right day than any day.
Still deciding between our three days? Read my guide: Which Yarra Valley wine tour is best for you?
A great fit if
- You would rather not lose the morning to an early start
- You want three good tastings without a full day out
- You have evening plans and want to be back in the city by 5:45pm
- You are happy with a platter instead of a sit-down lunch
- You are travelling solo or as a couple and like a small, sociable group
It might not suit you if
- You are travelling with children. This tour is 18 and over; Amazing welcomes families
- You want lunch included. That is Epic, with a two-course lunch and a glass of wine
- You want the most wine-focused day, with four tasting experiences
- You need a hotel pick-up. The public tour meets at one city point
- You are booking a large private group and want your own vehicle and venues
Meeting point and practical information
Midday, meet at 11:45am
Arts Centre Melbourne Spire, 6/2 St Kilda Road, Southbank VIC 3006. Look for the Spire on St Kilda Road, beside Protagonist café, where you can grab a coffee before boarding.
We depart at 12:00pm sharp, so allow time to get there. Eat a good breakfast or an early lunch, because there is no meal stop on the tour.
Late afternoon, back 5:30pm to 5:45pm
Drop-off beside Federation Square near ACMI, a short walk from Flinders Street Station and the tram network. Traffic can move that a little.
Bring water, comfortable shoes and a layer for the famous Melbourne weather show. Low-aroma snacks are welcome on board.
What to look for on arrival: the Spire, on the St Kilda Road footpath.
Adults only
This is an 18 and over tour. If you are travelling with children, the Amazing full day welcomes them and includes fruit and chocolate tastings.
Group size
A maximum of 20 guests per departure. Operates most days, subject to availability, and excludes some public holidays.
Booking terms
Booking May to October. Quieter months have a minimum number of guests. If your date does not reach it, we will let you know at least two days before, and you can move to another date, switch tours or take a full refund. No fuss. To check your date first, email us.
Cancellations, changes and what happens if plans move are covered in our terms and conditions.
Relaxed half-day questions
Is the Relaxed half day suitable for children?
No. This is an adults-only tour, 18 and over. If you are travelling with children, the Amazing full day welcomes them and includes fruit and chocolate tastings.
How many wineries do we visit?
Three, and every tasting fee is included in the fare. The line-up is a mix of iconic estates and boutique producers.
Is lunch included?
No. There is no meal stop on the half day. You can order a cheese or charcuterie platter at one of the wineries at your own expense, subject to availability.
What time does the tour start and finish?
Meet at 11:45am in Southbank, depart at 12:00pm sharp, and back in the city between 5:30pm and 5:45pm. Around five hours in the valley.
Which wineries will we visit?
With around 80 cellar doors in the valley the line-up changes. On most tours it is Yering Station, Soumah and Yering Farm, but that is not a fixed list.
Where does the tour meet?
The Arts Centre Melbourne Spire, 6/2 St Kilda Road, Southbank, beside Protagonist café. You can grab a coffee before boarding.
Can I buy food during the afternoon?
Yes. On most tours the second winery has a menu, so you can order a grazing platter or light nibbles between tastings. Low-aroma snacks are welcome on board.
How many guests are on the tour?
A maximum of 20 guests per departure. Small enough that your host can look after everyone.
Do prices change with the date?
Yes. Weekends, peak periods and public holidays carry a surcharge, which covers the higher running costs on those days and lets us keep the same quality of tour all year. The fare for your date is shown when you select it in the calendar, before you pay.
What happens if not enough guests book my date?
Between May and October, departures need a minimum number of guests to run. If your date does not reach it, we will let you know at least two days before, and you can move to another date, switch to another tour or take a full refund. No fuss. To check whether your date is likely to run, email contact@dancingkangarootours.com.au.
Can I get a hotel pick-up?
Not on the scheduled public tour, which meets at one city point to keep the afternoon on time. A private Yarra Valley tour is collected from your door.
How is Relaxed different from Epic and Amazing?
Relaxed is the half day: a midday start, three wineries with all tastings included, and no meal stop. Epic is the full-day wine-focused tour with lunch included. Amazing is the full-day variety tour that welcomes children.
From
per adult
Adults only · weekend fares are $10 more
- Three premium winery tastings, all included
- A local host and driver all afternoon
- Return transport from central Melbourne
- Adults only · maximum 20 guests
- No lunch stop. Optional platter at your own expense
Live availability and the price for your date open in the booking step. Cancellation terms are in our terms and conditions, and how we look after your details is in our privacy policy.
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What is included in this fare
- Return transport from central Melbourne, meeting and finishing in the city
- A local host and driver for the whole afternoon
- Visits to three premium Yarra Valley wineries
- All wine tasting fees at all three wineries
- A small group, maximum 20 guests per departure
- Lunch. There is no meal stop, and platters are at your own expense
- 11:45amMeet in Southbank, away at midday
- Early afternoonFirst winery tasting
- Around 2:15pmSecond winery, with a platter if you like
- Late afternoonThird winery, usually with a cider to finish
- 5:30pm to 5:45pmBack in the city
Rated 5 out of 5
“We had a lovely afternoon visiting the wineries and sampling some very nice wines… I would recommend this as a nice relaxing trip.”
Judith V. · Google review
Why there is no lunch stop
Leaving lunch out is what keeps this tour to five hours and keeps the fare where it is. You can order a platter at one of the wineries if you get peckish.
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Departures run with a maximum of 20 guests, most days, excluding some public holidays. Adults only, 18 and over.
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An easy afternoon, a glass in hand
Meet at 11:45am in Southbank and let the valley do the rest. Guests have left us 7,000+ five-star reviews across all our tours.
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Other ways to experience the Yarra Valley
If the half day is not quite right, these are the other ways to see the valley with us.
Relaxed
The easy afternoon. A midday start, three wineries with all tastings included, an optional platter, and back in the city by early evening.
From $119 per adult
Epic
The flagship wine-focused day. Four hosted tasting experiences and a two-course lunch with a glass of wine included.
From $179 per person
Amazing
The variety day. Three estate visits including two hosted wine tastings, plus fruit, chocolate, optional gin, and lunch at your own expense.
Adults from $114 · children from $99
Charter and transfers
A vehicle and a driver for your own day in the Yarra Valley, with your own venues and timing and no tour attached.
Quoted per vehicle on enquiry
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Skip the early start, keep the wine
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Relaxed half day
From $119 per adult