Private Tours

Private Yarra Valley La Tavola Lunga Wine and Grazing

Yarra Valley 7 Hours

Trip Overview

Experience the Yarra Valley in premium style on a privately hosted journey through three of the region’s leading wine estates.

This exclusive private Yarra Valley wine tour begins with pickup from your preferred Melbourne or surrounding-suburb location. Travel in a private luxury vehicle, with a dedicated local guide escorting you throughout the day, plus complimentary coffee, bottled water and onboard Wi-Fi.

Your first stop is Balgownie Estate, where you will enjoy a guided tasting of premium Victorian wines in its contemporary cellar door overlooking the surrounding vineyards. An optional Chandon sparkling wine experience is available in place of Balgownie Estate upon request.

Continue to De Bortoli Wines for La Tavola Lunga, Italian for “the long table.” Set in De Bortoli’s garden overlooking the vineyard, this relaxed and indulgent private dining experience includes two hours of generous Italian-style grazing platters, free-flowing De Bortoli wines and spritzes.

Your day concludes at Punt Road Wines with a hosted tasting of premium estate-grown wines and a carefully selected seasonal food pairing.

Combining exceptional wine, generous food, luxury private transport and personalised service, La Tavola Lunga Wine & Grazing offers an elevated and indulgent way to experience the Yarra Valley - without the need to plan, or drive yourself.

Tour Information

Departure Location:
You choice of Departure and Return Location from the Melbourne Metro area OR Yarra Valley
Departure Days:
Daily on Request
Departure Time:
9am or 10am
Tour Duration:
7 Hours
Group Size:
Min - 6 Guests, Max - 24 Guests

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Key Highlights

La Tavola Lunga Wine & Grazing at De Bortoli
Enjoy a relaxed and indulgent private grazing and bottomless wine experience in De Bortoli’s garden, overlooking the vineyard.
Punt Road Food & Wine Experience
Discover estate-grown Yarra Valley wines through a hosted tasting accompanied by a carefully selected seasonal food pairing.
Balgownie Estate Wine Tasting
Begin your day with a guided tasting of premium Victorian wines at Balgownie Estate’s contemporary cellar door.
Stunning Yarra Valley Views
Travel through rolling vineyards and picturesque countryside, with beautiful views unfolding throughout your private journey.

Tour Information

Private luxury vehicle exclusively for your group
Friendly local guide and escort throughout the day
Pickup and return from your chosen Melbourne or surrounding-suburb location
Guided premium wine tasting at Balgownie Estate
Two-hour La Tavola Lunga experience at De Bortoli Wines
Italian-style grazing platters to share and Free-flowing selection of De Bortoli wines and spritzes during La Tavola Lunga
Soft drinks and still water during La Tavola Lunga
Hosted wine tasting and seasonal food pairing at Punt Road Wines
Complimentary bottled water onboard
Wi-Fi onboard
All included tasting and experience fees
All Wineries subject to availability

Price:
6 – 14 Passengers: $250pp
17 – 24 Passengers: $210pp

Departure Location:
You choice of Departure and Return Location from the Melbourne Metro area OR Yarra Valley

Departure Days:
All Week

Departure Time:
9.00am or 10.00am (Dependant on Pickup Location)

Tour Duration:
7 Hours

Number of Passengers:
Min – 6
Max – 24
If your group number falls outside these numbers, please contact us as we may still be able to provide this tour for you

Convenient Door-to-Door Service

Start your day with ease as we come directly to you for pick-up and ensure a safe return at the end of your tour. We offer pick-up from central locations, residential or commercial addresses, train stations, or other accessible locations. Your chosen address must be safely accessible by our vehicles.

One pick-up and return location is included in your tour cost. If you require additional pick-up points, please contact us to arrange this service, noting that it may incur an additional charge.

We pickup from MELBOURNE METRO, SOUTH EAST SUBURBS, MORNINGTON PENINSULA, WEST GIPPSLAND, WESTERN SUBURBS

All Private Group Bookings require a $200 non-refundable, but transferable, deposit in order to secure your booking.

Within 2 weeks (14 days) of your day of departure, full payment is required, and no Full Refund is possible within this time.
Should your Total Group Passenger (TGP) number lower after payment is made, we are able to refund this in part as long as your minimum numbers are still met, and that we haven’t made any payment on your part that is unable to be refunded back to us.
The minimum TGP is agreed upon at the time of booking, and differs for tours.
The standard minimum TGP is 6 full paying passengers.

Locals Supporting Locals

Experience the true essence of the region as we support fellow local providers.

Why Local Way Tours

We pride ourselves on creating transformative and unforgettable locally inspired experiences through authentic social and sustainable travel, infused with a playful touch of luxury.

We care deeply about the places we visit and the people we work with. From sustainable practices to community support, we make sure our tours have a positive impact — so you can feel good about every part of your trip.

From sipping handcrafted vintages to soaking in geothermal springs and spotting native wildlife in their element, our journeys blend indulgence with authenticity.

Thoughtfully paced and locally rooted, this is premium travel curated around showcasing the best that Victoria has to offer – Wine, Wildlife, and Wellness.

We believe the journey should feel as good as the destination.

That’s why we embrace a philosophy of Playful Luxury — where comfort meets character. With guaranteed window seats, never-full buses, and spotless, spacious vehicles, every ride is designed to be relaxed, stylish, and thoroughly enjoyable.

Our guides are locals who love what they do — and it shows. They create a welcoming atmosphere, share great stories, and know when to offer insights and when to let you soak it all in. You’re in good hands from start to finish.

With fewer people and more space, our tours feel personal, relaxed, and refreshingly real. Share stories, laughs, and local moments with fellow travellers and friendly guides — because the best journeys are the ones you experience together.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of your tour includes travel on our private mini-bus, a knowledgeable guide, entry fees to attractions, and all specific inclusions as listed in the tour description.

There are no hidden fees or charges to pay on the day, aside from any personal purchases you may choose to make during the tour.

The minimum group size will depend on the tour you have selected.
Most time our prices are based on a minimum of 10 travellers.

If your group is under this, you are still able to travel with us, however we may have to revise the costing.

Yes, our tours are designed to be mobility-friendly.

You’re welcome to bring a walking stick along, and most of our tours can accommodate a wheeled walker. However, we ask that you please confirm with us in advance to ensure the best experience.
For the large majority of our tours, there will be very little walking involved – as long as you can safely board and disembark our vehicles unassisted (max 4 steps) then you will be able to manage our tours.

Unfortunately, we are unable to cater for wheelchairs on this tour.

We welcome registered service animals on our tours. However, we ask that you notify us in advance if you plan to bring a service animal.

In some cases, we may request documentation to verify the animal’s registration. This ensures we can accommodate your needs effectively during the tour.

In true Melbourne fashion, we are accustomed to four seasons in one day here.
We ask that you please check the weather prior to your departure, and dress and pack accordingly.

Your tour will not be cancelled unless we believe that certain weather conditions pose a safety risk to you, or locations we are visiting.

Up to date weather can be found here
http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/melbourne.shtml

Yes, of course! We can accommodate all common dietary requests and allergies.

Please let us know about any requirements when booking or at least one day before your tour so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Private Tours
Yes, we allow you to choose your pickup location from the list of areas below.
If you believe your location falls outside of these areas, please contact us and we can see what can be arranged

Melbourne Metro
Mornington Peninsula
South East Suburbs
West Gippsland
Phillip Island

Booking is easy! You can book directly through our website, by phone, or by emailing us. We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date and ensure availability.

Please note, we do not accept walk-up bookings on the day of the tour.

Email – [email protected]
Phone – +61 0417 887 234 (whatsapp preferred)

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Private Yarra Valley La Tavola Lunga Wine and Grazing

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