Luxury Wine Tours
in Yarra Valley
Luxury in the Yarra Valley starts at the table and ends in the air. On the road, a chauffeured tour with Australian Wine Tour Company pairs five wineries with a long lunch at Balgownie from $180, while Yarra Valley Touring Company opens with oysters and bubbles at Chandon before a three-course lunch at Yering Station from $295. Vinetrekker adds a hot air balloon option to its four-winery day at $340, and Chauffeur Drive runs luxury touring built for two.
Then there is the airborne tier: The Helicopter Group, Melbourne Heli, and Helicraft all fly winery tours from Melbourne, landing you in the valley minutes after takeoff. Our luxury Yarra Valley guide maps who suits which occasion; the full field of 12 operators is below.
Also known as: premium wine tour · high-end tour · VIP wine tour · chauffeured tour
Experiences
12 itineraries matching your filters
Vinetrekker
Four contrasting wineries, a balloon flight option, and a leisurely pace — the Yarra Valley without rushing.
Duration
Full day (8:30am - 5:30pm)
The Yarra Valley Touring Company
The Yarra Valley Touring Company
Oysters and bubbles at Chandon, a 3-course lunch at Yering Station — private Yarra Valley done properly.
Duration
Full day
Capacity
Max 11
Melbourne Heli
Melbourne Heli
Helicopter winery tours from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley and beyond.
Duration
Half or full day
The Helicopter Group
The Helicopter Group
Melbourne helicopter wine tours and charters to the Yarra Valley.
Duration
Half or full day
Epicurean Tours
Epicurean Tours
Premium small-group Yarra Valley and Mornington food and wine tours.
Duration
Full day
Chauffeur Drive Melbourne
Chauffeur Drive Melbourne
Luxury chauffeured Yarra Valley wine tours for two — tastings, cheese and a three-course lunch.
Duration
Full day or overnight
Melbourne Private Tours
Melbourne Private Tours
Behind-the-scenes barrel room access in the Yarra Valley — Ecotourism certified.
Duration
8 hours
Melbourne Touring Company
Melbourne Touring Company
Award-winning Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula wine tours from $195pp.
Duration
9 hours
Capacity
Max 24
88 Luxury Tours
88 Luxury Tours
Private Melbourne wine touring tailored exactly to your group.
Duration
Full day
Capacity
Max 11
Yarra Valley Cellar Door Tours
Yarra Valley Cellar Door Tours
Small group luxury tours with winemaker tastings — the Yarra Valley through the eyes of the people who make it.
Duration
Full day
Capacity
Max 12
Australian Wine Tour Company
Australian Wine Tour Company
Five Yarra Valley wineries, a long lunch at Balgownie, and an overnight option if one day isn't enough.
Duration
Full day
Capacity
Max 24
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a luxury wine tour in the Yarra Valley cost?
Chauffeured luxury days run from $180 to $340 per person depending on the estates, the lunch, and the vehicle. Helicopter winery tours are priced by aircraft and route rather than per seat, so enquire with your group size for a quote.
Can you do a helicopter wine tour from Melbourne?
Yes. Three operators fly winery tours from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley: The Helicopter Group, Melbourne Heli, and Helicraft, which has been flying scenic winery days for over 25 years. Flights replace the hour-long drive with a few minutes in the air and land at or near the estates.
What makes a VIP wine tour different from a standard tour?
Access and pacing. Luxury operators arrange winemaker-hosted tastings and behind-the-scenes visits, book restaurant lunches at estates like Yering Station and Balgownie, and keep the day unhurried with a handful of guests instead of a busload.
Which estates do premium tours usually visit?
Expect a mix of marquee names such as Chandon and Yering Station with boutique producers you would not find alone. Itineraries flex to your taste: sparkling-focused mornings, Pinot deep-dives, or a day built around one long estate lunch.
How far ahead should I book a chauffeured tour?
Two to three weeks covers most dates, but summer weekends, spring racing, and helicopter slots book further out. Luxury fleets are deliberately small, so early enquiry beats late flexibility.
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