Trip Overview
Experience Christmas in the Yarra Valley with a joyful day of cheese tasting, cherry picking, boutique shopping and indulgent chocolate. Depart Melbourne at 9:30am and enjoy a relaxed festive escape through rolling vineyards and charming country towns.
Your morning begins at Yarra Valley Dairy, where you’ll enjoy a delicious farmhouse cheese tasting, with the option to upgrade to a wine experience. From here, continue to CherryHill Orchards to wander the rows of trees and pick your own cherries at the peak of the season – a perfect Christmas treat to take home.
Next, spend time in Healesville, a lively village filled with cafés, restaurants and beautiful boutiques ideal for last-minute Christmas shopping. Enjoy free time for lunch and browsing at your own pace.
In the afternoon, visit the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery for free samples, festive displays and time to explore the stunning showroom. Guests preferring wine may choose a tasting at a nearby cellar door instead.
With a friendly local guide, small-group comfort and a relaxed festive atmosphere, this tour is the perfect way to celebrate the season in one of Victoria’s most beautiful regions.
Key Highlights
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Festive Cheese Tasting at Yarra Valley Dairy
Begin your Christmas escape with a farmhouse cheese tasting at the iconic Yarra Valley Dairy, with the option to upgrade to a wine experience. Enjoy beautiful countryside views as you sample locally crafted flavours.
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Cherry Picking at CherryHill Orchards
Wander through vibrant orchard rows and pick your own cherries at the peak of the season. It’s a hands-on, festive experience perfect for creating memories—and taking home the freshest Christmas treats.
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Celebrate Christmas in the Yarra Valley
Enjoy a joyful festive atmosphere as you explore the Yarra Valley during the Christmas season. From seasonal treats to boutique shopping and cherry picking, this tour captures the spirit of an Aussie Christmas in one relaxed, scenic day.
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Healesville Village & Chocolaterie Discovery
Explore Healesville’s boutique-filled main street for relaxed lunch and last-minute Christmas shopping, before indulging in free chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery








