The Tour that pleases the Girls & Boys!
"This is our new and cool wine tour with a twist of gin and beers. Designed for those who like to join a more light-hearted experience and appreciate the Yarra Valley like a true local. "
Get ready for a day of pure delight and indulgence on our Happy Girls & Boys Yarra Valley Four Pillars Gin & Wine Tour! Immerse yourself in a world of flavours as we whisk you away to two carefully selected wineries for tantalizing tastings.
Savour the mouth-watering goodness of a shared grazing board, perfectly paired with the finest wines. But wait, there’s more! Experience the magic of gin as you embark on a delightful gin paddle at the renowned Four Pillars Gin Distillery. And that’s not all – indulge your taste buds even further with a refreshing paddle of beer or cider at Coldstream Brewery.
Recharge with a shared gourmet pizza lunch, served at the brewery or one of the eclectic wineries. And to top it all off, enjoy the convenience of pick-up and drop-off at a central CBD location.
This tour is the perfect blend of fun, excitement, and delectable treats. Don’t miss out – book now for an unforgettable adventure in the Yarra Valley!
What makes this tour a must-do!
Our Prices are all-inclusive. Book direct with us for the best deal!
Our prices cover all tastings fees, premium lunch with a glass, modern transportation and top-notch tour guide services. Book confidently with us and get rewarded with the best specials.
Taste Yarra Valley wines
Explore two of our favourite hand-selected wineries to taste wines that captures the unique terroir of the Yarra Valley. Wineries vary from famous names such as Yering Station Winery to eclectic boutique producers like Helen & Joey Estate.
Enjoy a grazing board at a winery
Savour a locally sourced grazing board and enjoy it with your tastings at usually the first winery. These nibbles go nicely with your fun liquid breakfast.
Feast on gourmet pizzas and a glass for lunch
Feast on a shared gourmet pizza lunch with a glass. Sit back and chat with new friends while eating and sipping. This will be a quality experience usually at a winery or occasionally at a brewery.
Four Pillars Gin Distillery
Enjoy the award winning contemporary gins produced by Four Pillars Distillery. A generous tasting paddle with a mixer is included.
Craft Beers & Ciders
Quench your thirst with beer or cider at a local craft brewery pub like Coldstream Brewery. A glass or paddle of beer or cider of your choice is included.
Why make us your host of choice!
We're fun
We are enjoying ourselves by doing what makes us happy, and we invite you to come have fun with us in our backyard.
We're small
We are not a huge business just focused on making money from tourists. Our business is owned and operated by friendly locals who are like one big family.
We know
We know the right balance of information paired with a positive attitude is magic!
Highlights |
HAPPY GIRLS & BOYS
Yarra Valley Four Pillars Gin & Wine Tour
A leisurely tour of the Yarra Valley that includes tasting at eccentric wineries, a craft brewery and the cool Four Pillars Gin Distillery.
Operates most days - subject to availability.
Pick-up time: 9:00AM in front of Arts Centre Melbourne
Return time: 5:00PM in front of Federation Square
Excludes some public holidays
Arts Centre Melbourne - 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004
- Fully inclusive (all fees paid) for your convenience and peace of mind.
- Taste a variety of wines at two premium hand-selected wineries.
- Enjoy a shared gourmet pizza lunch with a glass. Lunch venue is usually at a winery or brewery.
- Visit the highly regarded Four Pillars Gin Distillery for a generous tasting paddle. Try 4 gins with a mixer on the side.
- Quench your thirst with a glass/paddle of beer or cider of your choice at a local craft brewery such as Coldstream brewery.
- Experience our fun & knowledgeable local tour guides.
- Appreciate the convenience of a central pick-up location in Melbourne.
Why pick us?
Our tour experiences are the number 1 rated (woohoo!) food & drink experience in Melbourne (according to TripAdvisor & Google) and therefore is a must do! We are a dynamic and upbeat group of locals who enjoy hosting winery day trips. We believe you should hop off the beaten track and explore the various indulgences of the Yarra Valley. Importantly we wanted to make this a hassle-free day trip so we've made our packages all inclusive. All you have to do is just join and let the good times begin.
SUMMER SPECIAL from $170 per adult* applies to tour date bookings made from now until 31st of March 2024.
*A $10 surcharge applies for bookings made on Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
RRP $199pp. Book directly today and save with our current promotions.
What to expect | Sample itinerary
Unlike many other large tour operators who are fixated on doing the same itinerary, we believe that all great wine tasting tours should mix it up for fun! When there’s roughly 100 cellar doors and a bunch of craft breweries & distilleries as well as local producers, why wouldn’t you want be a Dancing Kangaroo and check them out.
“It’s all about that gin and juice”
9:00 AM
Please meet in front Arts Centre Melbourne located on 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004
9:15 AM
We aim to leave on time so please be considerate to others and plan your trip in advance.
10:15 AM
We visit the first winery to soak in the views and taste gorgeous Yarra Valley wines accompanied with a grazing board and a fun host.
11:30 AM
Savour more delicious wines at the second winery then sit down for a scrumptious gourmet pizza lunch with a glass of wine or beer.
1:30PM
We then head over to the acclaimed Four Pillars Gin Distillery to savour their generous gin tasting paddles. It comes served with 4 different gins and a mixer.
2:45 PM
Our last stop is a thirst quenching visit to the a local craft brewery pub for a glass of regional beers or ciders.
3:30 PM
We say farewell to the Yarra Valley for providing an awesome and memorable day of tastings. Remember to thank your tour guide for an exceptional job, bravo!
4:30 PM
Arrive back at Melbourne and be dropped off on the side of Federation Square. Share the love and give us a high-5 on Google.
Important notes
- Please read our COVID-19 policy and Terms and Conditions before booking. Click here.
- This is an adult’s only tour (18+). Sounds exciting already!
- Group sizes may range from a minimum of 6 to a maximum of 20 guests only
- Please meet in front of St Paul’s Cathedral on the Flinders Street side at 9:00AM. We aim to leave on time at 9:15AM.
- It’s very important to eat a good breakfast before joining this experience.
- Low aroma snacks (like chips & nuts) are welcome on bus.
- Bring a bottle of water to keep yourself hydrated.
- Wear appropriate clothes for the famous Melbourne weather show.
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Some awesome testimonials
"This was one of the best days of our trip! Sean is extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about wine which really gets the day going. The vineyards he chose for us were spectacular, with fantastic wine and views of the valley. I would highly recommend for anyone, no previous wine knowledge necessary!"
"Our family loved this tour!! Sean was a marvelous host, tour guide and ambassador for the Yarra Valley. He is knowledgeable about the area and he truly loves his job. The wineries were all good and we bought wine, cheese and chocolates. The location for our lunch was delicious. We would definitely go with Sean and Dancing Kangaroo again on a wine tour when we visit Melbourne."
"Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Johnson, gave everyone attention, guidance and confidence. The tour was a full day thing with lunch included and wasn't lacking in food, drink or bathroom breaks. Just a terrific time had by all!"
"Four girls over from NZ and wow we had an amazing time.. the day was filled with humour from our guide and so much wine in a relaxed and beautiful place. The scenery and lunch were perfection. Cannot recommend this tour enough, you certainly get your money's worth!"
"Great day out with our host Johnson who had so much knowledge of the area and was so full of life. Some yummy wines tasted along with cheese, chocolate, beer & cider and ice cream with the most amazing lunch in between. Thank you so much Dancing Kangaroo Tours, would highly recommend your services to fellow travelers."
"Absolutely sensational day! Thanks so much! Sean you are amazing. You created a connection with all of us instantly. Your knowledge of the history and the wineries as well as the local area is brilliant. I will definitely be recommending you to my friends! If I am ever back in Melbourne with a day to spare I would love to do this again."