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The Luxe Bus ‘Vintages & Villages’ is your premium tour service to the Yarra Valley providing a unique, boutique tour of the region showcasing the cool climate wines and culinary dining the region is famous for.
Your tour collects from your hotel in central Melbourne (please select from drop-down below) taking you through the picturesque ‘green wedge’ of Melbourne to the Yarra Valley where you enjoy tastings at two boutique wineries before enjoying a fine dining lunch. You will travel in our luxury leather seated Mercedes Benz enjoying the sights of the region, and savouring Valley in comfort and style.
In addition to visiting three wineries, you will also be given the opportunity to truly immerse yourself in the region, with time to explore the village of Healesville. Nestled at the foothills of the mountain range, Healesville boasts excellent arts and crafts artisan stores, magnificent cafes serving up city-style coffee, and the option to sample more Wine, Gin, Beer or Cheese, if your palate so indulges. This stop is your own village adventure where we recommend places and you explore at leisure.
Highlights:
- Small group travel (maximum 15 passengers)
- Luxury Mercedes Benz Sprinter
- Visit three vineyards
- 3 wine tastings included
- 2 course lunch included
- Time to explore the village of Healesville
- Optional Gin, Wine or Cheese Tasting in Healesville
Whatever your indulgence, our tours will provide some flexibility to suit your palate. Our experienced guides will ensure you get a taste of the region and a day that you will not forget.
Sharon Wilson
Travel Curator
Great Private Tours
P (+61) 407 424 478 W greatprivatetours.com.au E bookings@greatprivatetours.com.au A P.O. Box 33 Black Rock VIC 3199
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Highly recommend using them if you want a smooth, enjoyable, and well-organized way to explore.
The idea of doing the tour in reverse is superb!
He’s professional and knowledgable. We first enjoyed the helicopter ride and witnessed the 12 Apostles and The Loch Ard Gorge. We had a delicious meal at the Perch.
After lunch, Steve guided us through Maits Rest. During the journey, we had the chance to spot koalas and kangaroos. We ended the tour with a brief stop at Memorial Arch, Lorne
Overall speaking, it definitely spiced up our day. Do not miss it if you are looking for an unforgettable journey.
On Day 1 Steve picked us up at the hotel and we had a lovely day at Torquay, and a forest hike to beautiful waterfalls hearing birds and Koalas. The highlight of the day was a dusk tour at Wildlife Wonders at the Otways enjoying the sight of the animals waking up in their safe natural environment. We spent the night at a beautiful and well-equipped villa overlooking Apollo Beach (vegan-friendly breakfast!).
On day 2 we we visited the Otway Fly, Shipwreck Coast, 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Breathtaking views, fascinating history and most importantly the relaxation we both needed!
We enjoyed the tour so much that we booked a 1 day tour of the Mornington Peninsula on the next day. Our Guide Errol was both knowledgeable and entertaining and the highlights of the day were a lovely vegan tasting menu lunch at Laura,a walk of Pt. Leo sculpture garden, and a nice hike at Cape Schanck.
I can highly recommend GTP for all in the future
Sincerly Oliver from Germany
All in all -- my friends and I had a lovely day.
Not only did Steve ensure we saw the best views and hidden gems, but he also shared fascinating insights about each location, enriching our experience. The lunch included in our tour was fabulous, featuring delicious local cuisine that was a highlight on its own. Steve’s attention to detail and his eagerness to accommodate our interests made the entire day feel personalized and special.
I'm giving this experience a solid 10+ out of 10 and would not hesitate to recommend Steve and Great Private Tours to anyone looking to explore the Great Ocean Road or any other tour. Whether you're a first-timer in Melbourne or a local wanting to see the sights through new eyes, Steve's tour is an absolute must. Thank you, Steve, for an unforgettable day! I can't wait to book another tour.
Steve happens to have a wealth of knowledge about Melbourne and beyond, and readily shared plenty of interesting nuggets as he drove us around in the amazing comfort of his Mercedes Viano to visit the wineries. We had been picked up from the doorstep of our AirBnb in the morning and were dropped off there at the end of our grand day out.
If you are like us and much prefer high quality private tours, you should contact this company. They are able to customise itineraries that suit your interests and can include even the more exclusive experiences such as helicopter rides and sea plane flights.































