Yarra Valley
Australia · Victoria · 120 m
Description
The Yarra Valley is one of Victoria’s most renowned wine regions, located about an hour northeast of Melbourne. The picturesque region is known for its cool climate, rolling vineyards and outstanding wines, particularly Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wine. Beyond its many wineries and culinary experiences, the valley offers hot-air balloon flights over the vineyards, native Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary and beautiful rural scenery. Together with the nearby Dandenong Ranges and their lush eucalyptus forests, the Yarra Valley combines wine, gastronomy, nature and wildlife, making it one of the most rewarding destinations around Melbourne.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May or September
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Yarra Valley Wine Tasting & Cellar Doors
- Healesville Sanctuary
- Hot-Air Ballooning over the Yarra Valley
- Yarra Valley Vineyards & Wine Country
- Yarra Valley Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
- TarraWarra Museum of Art
- Yarra Valley Cheese & Chocolate Tasting
- Yarra Valley Fine Dining
- Healesville
- Warburton & Yarra River
- Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail
- Yarra Ranges National Park
- Mount Donna Buang
- Redwood Forest, Warburton
- La La Falls
- Maroondah Reservoir Park
- Puffing Billy Railway(Day trip)
- Dandenong Ranges National Park(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Tarrawarra