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Yarra Valley Wineries and Puffing Billy Steam Train Day Tour from Melbourne

Travel through the scenic Yarra Valley and ride the Puffing Billy steam train on a big day trip from Melbourne. The Yarra Valley wine tour takes you through Melbourne to the scenic Dandenong Ranges, with spectacular views of Melbourne's skyline en route. After your ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's oldest steam train, you'll travel in comfort through the beautiful Yarra Valley to visit the region's premium wineries.

Your atmospheric ride on the restored Puffing Billy steam train takes you through the lush mountain ash rainforests and fern gullies of Sherbrooke Forest in the Dandenong Ranges. You'll pass picturesque mountain villages along the way and stop to feed the colorful native parrots, rosellas and cockatoos.

The Yarra Valley wine tour continues through the fertile Yarra Valley to enjoy lunch at Rochford Winery. Enjoy a delicious two course lunch and sip on a glass of one of their top blends. You'll sample a selection of local wines at Dominique Portet then travel to acclaimed Domaine Chandon, known for its award-winning sparkling wines. After your informative wine-making tour of Domaine Chandon, sample wines matched to local cheeses on the patio with beautiful Yarra Valley views.

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  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train ride
  • Wine tasting at Dominique Portet and Rochford
  • Live commentary on board
  • Lunch at Rochford’s Winery (if option selected at time of booking)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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