Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon, Cheese & Kangaroo Safari

This tour is so worth the money! Mark was an excellent guide who gave us a lot of trivia about Melbourne, Yarra Valley, and notable spots along the tour. He also made sure to get the guests as comfortable as possible with him, the stops, and each other. The trip includes a stop at the Strawberry Farm, cheese tasting at the Coldstream, a stop at Chandon, wine tasting at Yering, and chocolate tasting at Chocolaterie. All the tastings are included in the package but Mark got us something to share at the Strawberry Farm and Chandon, so each stop was really exciting. On the way home, we made stops to see some bats and kangaroos from the van. This is a well-planned, great value-for-money, lesiurely yet activity-filled tour.

Elliot was very friendly and a lovely young man. The entire tour was very relaxed, a gourmet trip focused on wine tasting and cheese. The small group of six to eight people was very comfortable. Lunch included a glass of sparkling wine, and light snacks were available for purchase. The restaurant was picturesque, and the food was good. There were also seven to ten types of chocolates to sample, which was a very nice arrangement. Finally, we saw kangaroos; Elliot brought us up close to many of them, and they were adorable. It was a perfect end to the day, and I'm very grateful.

The tour was absolutely wonderful. There were only six of us in the group, and our guide Kurt was amazing — very friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the Yarra Valley. During the drive, he shared lots of fun facts and interesting stories about the Yarra River, Yarra Valley, and even some cool Melbourne trivia, which made the journey really enjoyable. The schedule was well-paced, never rushed, and we had plenty of time to enjoy each stop. Kurt also took us to safely observe wild kangaroos and explained many fascinating things about them. It was such a pleasant, fun, and memorable experience — I’d highly recommend this tour (and especially Kurt!) to anyone visiting Melbourne.

When Mark found out I was traveling solo, he kindly offered me the front seat, which I really appreciated. He made conversation throughout the trip and helped create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Each stop on the tour had a reserved table and activity prepared for us. The food and drinks were of great quality, and the guides at each location were knowledgeable and engaging. We only needed to pay extra for lunch and a wine tasting package at Chandon, which was around AUD 25. But considering everything that was already included in the tour, it was absolutely worth it! The ride was smooth, and Mark even took us through areas where we could spot more wildlife, including birds and kangaroos. Overall, I had a very pleasant experience. I was lucky to be part of a small, friendly group and even made a few new connections along the way. I’d gladly go back to Yarra Valley during the summer to enjoy the views in even better weather.

We had an amazing day exploring the Yarra Valley with our wonderful tour guides Kurt and Elliot! The whole trip was well-organized, fun, and filled with beautiful views and delicious experiences. We started with wine and cheese tasting, where we learned a lot about local wines and paired them perfectly with artisan cheeses. The visit to Yering Station was absolutely stunning — such a picturesque winery with great wines and a relaxing atmosphere. Next stop was Chandon, where we enjoyed sparkling wines with an incredible view of the vineyards. The experience felt so luxurious and relaxing! To top it all off, we visited the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery, and it was pure heaven for anyone with a sweet tooth. The chocolate tasting and ice cream were the perfect way to end the day. Big thanks to Kurt and Elliot for being such engaging, knowledgeable, and friendly guides — they made the tour even more enjoyable with their stories, humor, and great energy throughout the trip.

If you are looking for a relaxing and no stress day trip. This is a right one for you. The tour started at 11:30 am and finished at 7pm. It was a small group of 7 people. The tour guide was very friendly and well arranged. 1. Chandon restaurant for lunch. A glass of red wine was provided and we ordered light meals at our own expense. 2. cheese tasting. 3. wine tasting at yering station. 4 Chocolate tasting. 5. Watching wild kangaroos. Although it is winter, the weather was good. It was a relaxing trip.

very good experience! you get to do wine tasting from sparkling wine to non sparkling wine. the tour guide Kurt is very friendly and helpful. i enjoy the tour very much! highly recommended to hop on this tour for a day of fun! there are lots of wild kangaroo to see too!

I had the absolute pleasure of joining today's tour guided by Tom, and it exceeded all my expectations. Tom proved to be an outstanding guide—professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind. His patience and warmth made the whole experience thoroughly enjoyable. What stood out particularly was how well-organized and smooth the entire day felt. Tom drove very safely and comfortably, and his commentary was both interesting and informative. The schedule was perfectly paced, allowing us to fully enjoy each activity without any sense of rush. We visited two wineries, each offering a unique and delightful experience, and the cheese tasting was impressive—with 12 varieties to try, we were happily full! One of the most unforgettable parts was when Tom took us to several locations to see wild kangaroos. Thank you, Tom, for your exceptional service and for creating such a wonderful and memorable tour! I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun, tasty, and well-organized day out!

Wonderful tour with our guide, Tom. Thankful for the fruitful tasting experiences, histories sharing, and awesome weather. Greatly enjoy the sunset scene with the kangaroos and so lucky to find a wombat at the end of the tour.

I was very, very lucky to participate in this activity. The driver and guide were amazing, amazing! 🥰 They provided explanations throughout the entire trip, the service was perfect, they were full of enthusiasm, and it was so much fun. Although it was entirely in English, it didn't affect the experience at all. Also, I was originally worried that the rain would affect it, but there's no need to worry, it didn't at all. The wines and snacks that were tasted throughout the day were all great 👍🏻. Thank you.