15 Melbourne Gin Tours, Shortlisted

1.Laid back, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer + Choc

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,552 reviews · from $93Our pick

Leave central Melbourne at 9 am for an 8.5-hour small-group day in the Yarra Valley. Expect boutique wine and cider at Yering Farm, wine at Tokar Estate, lunch at St Huberts or Domaine Chandon, then a choice of gin, beer, or more wine, plus a private chocolate tasting. Guides such as Callum, Matt, Andrew, and Peter lead the tour.

“Well organised and Matt was very informative.the other people on trip all were friendly.we stopped off for food which was gorgeous and very quick at serving us.this tour is well recommended”

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2.Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,667 reviews · from $93

Leave central Melbourne at 9 am for an eight-hour Yarra Valley outing, with wine tastings at Soumah, St Huberts and Balgownie, plus ten chocolates at the Chocolaterie. Your driver-guide handles the route, and the air-conditioned group vehicle holds up to 19. Lunch costs extra. Gin or whisky stops can depend on the day, so check what is planned before booking.

“Had a nice day. Met some really nice international travellers. Wine tasting was excellent. Lunch was decent. The bus was comfortable.”

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3.Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Chocolate & Gin/Beer Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,819 reviews · from $139

Meet at Melbourne’s Arts Centre Spire for an 8.5-hour Yarra Valley outing with a guide such as Sean, Stefan, Posi, or Danny. Visit four wineries, or three wineries plus Four Pillars gin or Watts River beer, depending on your choice. Lunch includes antipasto, a main, and wine; the final stop is the Chocolaterie.

“While I'm sure the other tour guides are just as amazing, we can only speak for Seany. It was a wonderful easy day with amazing views, great wine and great company. The smaller group size is perfect and make the tastings feel intimate. LunRead more”

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4.Amazing Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Chocolate, Farm Fresh, Gin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,566 reviews · from $93

Spend about 8.5 hours touring Yarra Valley producers with a group of 10 to 20. Expect hosted tastings at two wineries, seasonal fruit, chocolate samples and an optional gin flight. Lunch at St Hubert Estate is at your own expense. Guides have included Shaun, Danny, Posi and Stefan, known for keeping the ride lively and the day running smoothly.

“If you like wine, this is really the tour to go on. Lots of different samples and chocolate was yummy too. Our driver, Danny was really social and nice..”

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5.Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,209 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

Leave central Melbourne for Soumah, St Huberts, a shared lunch stop, the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Balgownie, with some stops varying by route. Expect wine and chocolate tastings, valley views and a friendly driver-guide. Gin or whisky tastings cost extra, and lunch is at your own expense.

“We did this wine tasting tour and it was an absolutely amazing experience, like a perfect day trip. The people who hosted us were wonderful, very professional and extremely friendly, creating a relaxed and fun atmosphere from the very beginning. The group was fantastic, we visited beautiful locations, tasted a variety of great wines, and enjoyed stunning landscapes along the way. I booked this tour as a Valentine’s Day gift for my girlfriend, and she was extremely happy — it truly made the day special. I highly recommend this experience to everyone, whether you go with friends or on your own. You’ll always meet lovely people and share unforgettable moments.…”

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6.Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 821 reviews · from $135

Ride from Melbourne into the Yarra Valley for wine at Rochford Wines, cheese at a working dairy, gin and wood-fired pizza at a farm distillery, coffee in Healesville and chocolate at the Chocolaterie. Tastings, selected hotel pickup and onboard Wi-Fi are included. Guides vary, with past tours led by Mel, Michael, Bluey and others.

“An excellent trip.Very varied and informative and enjoyable. Looked after well by Jono and trainee Lisa.”

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7.Yarra Valley Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer, & Choc Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 719 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

This eight-hour Yarra Valley day trip leaves Melbourne at 9am with an English-speaking guide and a shared Spotify playlist. Expect two winery tastings, lunch at Hubert Estate or Domaine Chandon, then a choice of gin, wine or beer, followed by chocolate or another drink stop. Guides such as Matt, Callum and Aydin have led recent tours.

“Great day out with Matt as our guide. Well organised winery venues, a few good either / or options to choose from. Enough time at each venue to not feel rushed.”

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8.Yarra Valley Full Day Grazing Tour: Gin, Wine, Pizza, Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 455 reviews · 8 hours · from $133

Leave Melbourne by air-conditioned coach for Rochford Wines, Coldstream Dairy, Stag Lane Farm Distillery, Healesville and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Wine, cheese, gin, pizza and eight chocolate tastings are included, along with a local English-speaking guide and an audio guide in 16 languages. Past guides have included Rob, Cloe, Chris and Rachel.

“Raquel was an excellent host and added fun to the trip. The bus was crowded and there were too many people for some venues to accommodate properly.”

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9.Yarra Valley Food Wine and Gin Tour Departing From Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · from $82

Head out from Federation Square at 8:15 am in an air-conditioned vehicle for a full day of Yarra Valley tastings. Expect strawberries and local produce, wine at several wineries, a take-home bottle for adults, and 12 Australian chocolates. Gin costs extra, and lunch is a separate purchase.

“Bernie was an excellent guide! He was considerate, super humorous, and made the tour so much fun. The experience was packed with delicious fruits, chocolate, and of course amazing wines. We had a great time and would highly recommend it!”

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10.Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Lunch & Gin/Beer Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · 8h 30m · from $137

Travel from Melbourne in a small group with a local guide for tastings at four wineries, a two-course lunch and a stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolate & Ice-Cream Factory. You can swap the fourth winery for Four Pillars gin or Watts River beer. Guides such as Posi, Sean, Karen, Danny and Stefan lead the day.

“A great experience and a wonderful way to spend a day. Our guide, Posi, was excellent. Very informative and friendly, and a pleasure to spend the day with.”

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11.Yarra Valley Wine, Choc, Farm Fresh, Gin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 258 reviews · 8h 30m · from $92

Spend a full day in the Yarra Valley with Dancing Kangaroo Tours, visiting three winery estates, a fruit farm, a chocolate factory and an optional gin distillery. Wine tastings at two estates are included; lunch and the gin paddle cost extra unless you choose the Full-Tasting option. Expect a small group, a lively guide and a 5:30pm return to Melbourne.

“Danny was phenomenal! The music on the drive over was great & we enjoyed his commentary. Highly recommend while in Melbourne”

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12.Yarra Valley Food, Wine, Chocolate & Gin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · 8 hours · from $91

Travel from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley with a guide such as Rick, Bernie or Mel. Taste local fruit, wines at three estates and 12 artisan chocolates, with time for lunch and optional gin tasting at Rochford Wines. Each full-paying adult gets a bottle of wine to take home. Lunch and gin cost extra.

“Bernie was super it was very nice and good food at isabella”

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13.Yarra Valley Full Day Gourmet Food, Wine & Gin Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · from $82

Leave Melbourne at 8:15 am for an eight-hour Yarra Valley outing with fruit, 13 chocolates and visits to three wineries. Guides such as Rick, Melanie and Bernie add local commentary. Tastings are included, as is one bottle of wine per adult; lunch and cheese tasting cost extra. The advertised gin element may vary.

“Rick was the best host. So professional, extremely knowledgeable and yet so friendly. He included everybody and took the time to get to know a little bit about everybody on the tour.”

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14.Whisky Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Cheese Platter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $63Best value

At Chief’s Son Distillery in Somerville, an owner-distiller guides you from malt to maturation, then leads a tasting of four single malts, new make spirit and whisky straight from the cask. Pair the pours with local cheeses and take home a 100ml bottle. The tour lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes and is limited to 12 people.

“Passionate host. Great tasting of thier product range and the showings of thier making processes. Extensive knowledge about products and family history which was very entertaining. Unfortunately it was very expensive particularly as Viator was paid in US$ somehow. Why??? Thx.”

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15.Whisky Bars & Gin Joints: Melbourne Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $121

Join a group of up to 10 for a 2.5-hour walk from Parliament to Lonsdale Street. Sample three gins with cheese, three Australian whiskies with chocolate, and a whisky-and-beer boilermaker. Hear stories of sly grog shops, shipwrecks and bootlegging, with guide Mer among the tour’s named guides.

“What a great afternoon tour! Very informative and entertaining to hear about the history of whiskey and gin in Australia. The secret bars had lots of character and served really good gin and whiskeys. Mer was delightful and gave a very memorable tour!”

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