The 15 Best Vineyard Tours in Australia

1.Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 418 reviews · from $71Our pick

Travel from Adelaide to the Barossa Valley by air-conditioned bus, then choose about four stops from 10 to 15 wineries, eateries, bakeries, and food shops. Guides such as Laurie, Yvette, Bronwyn, Brett, and Nathan add local context, while an hourly circuit lets you shape the day around wine, food, or both.

“Total package was memorable great way to spend a day in the Barrosa and enjoying its obvious attractions (Wine) without the restrictions of personal transport”

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2.Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Picnic with Wine Masterclass Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · from $68

Spend about two hours at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard with a self-guided museum visit, a wine masterclass led by an in-house guide, premium tastings, an etched glass, and a picnic hamper with a bottle of your choice. Guides may include Gemma, Em, Meg, Liz, or Harry. You choose a scenic spot across the 270-acre property for lunch.

“Our tour guide Meg was very friendly, we had a great time and great laugh will definitely come back again”

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3.Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Fromage and Fortified Wine Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $57

At Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard in Pokolbin, you’ll join a wine host such as Harry, Liz, or Jack for a seated tasting in the heritage-listed museum space. Sample premium wines, taste three fortified wines straight from the barrel, pair them with local cheese, enjoy vineyard views, and take home one bottle between two people.

“This was the most amazing experience, great wines, beautiful views and Liz was the lady who took care of us, she was full of knowledge, bubbly, she went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. It was an absolutely lovely experience! Thank you for having us we will be back!”

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4.Picnic & Wine Tasting at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 77 reviews · 1h 30m · from $67

At Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, you’ll tour a small on-site museum, join an English-speaking host for a wine master class, taste premium showcase wines, then collect a picnic hamper and bottle to enjoy among the vines. Guides including Adrian, Riley, Marcus, Danni, and Liz have made this a friendly, personal outing for couples and small groups.

“Really enjoyed it, it was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Enjoyed good wine and a lovely picnic. Plus a bonus of getting a bottle and and some wine glasses!”

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5.Gold Coast: Lamington Treetops, Wildlife and Vineyard Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 74 reviews · 7 hours · from $91

Travel from the Gold Coast into Lamington National Park for rainforest views, a treetop canopy walk, and stories of the Stinson plane crash. Then visit Canungra Valley Vineyard for sparkling wine, bird feeding, and alpacas. Guides such as Andy, Jamie, Mark, Daniel, and Bill are known for lively commentary and flexible stops.

“We enjoyed everything on this awesome tour. Our guide Mark was great and it was indeed a small group which is very nice. Feeding the birds was a highlight of this tour, we didn't expect it to be this much fun! Lunch and wine tasting was also a nice experience (not included, FYI)😊”

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6.Hunter Valley Wine Country Helicopter Flight from Cessnock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $78

Take a 10-minute helicopter flight from Cessnock Aerodrome over Hunter Valley vineyards, Hunter Valley Gardens, Cypress Lakes Golf Course, and the Broken Back Range. With no more than three passengers, you get a close-up view and plenty of pilot attention. Adam and Victor are among the pilots praised for friendly, reassuring service.

“We really had a great time and a lovely experience, the pilot was very friendly will recommend to everyone ❤️❤️”

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7.Lamington National Park, O’Reilly’s & Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $92

Travel from Surfers Paradise into Lamington National Park with a local guide, stopping at Canungra, Kamarun Lookout, O'Reilly's treetop walk, and a vineyard with alpacas. Expect a small group of up to 16, light snacks, wild bird feeding, a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, and about six to seven hours on the road.

“the tour company we went with (Southern Cross0 was absolutely amazing the whole tour was great. Our driver guide Amber was fantastic. Would highly recommend it”

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8.Mornington Peninsula Wine Region Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $222

Spend about eight hours touring the Mornington Peninsula wine region in a private luxury minivan with guides such as Michael or Oscar. Your day includes hotel pickup, tastings at about four vineyards, chilled water, and lunch at a winery. The tour can also be arranged around the Yarra Valley, so confirm your chosen region when booking.

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9.Upper Reach Winery: Swan Valley Winery and Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $57

At Upper Reach Winery, you’ll begin with sparkling wine, walk through the Swan Valley vineyard, then visit the working winery and barrel room. Taste selected wines from tanks, barrels, and the cellar door while learning how grapes become wine. The small group is capped at 12, and the tour starts at 10:30am.

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10.Gold Coast: Hot Air Balloon Flight and Vineyard Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $327

Start before sunrise with hotel pickup, watch a giant balloon inflate, then float above the Gold Coast Hinterland with pilot Dhawal. After helping pack the balloon, enjoy a hot breakfast, pastries, fruit, coffee, and sparkling wine at a boutique vineyard before your return transfer.

“Selena Matt & Dahwal were all great. Beautiful trip - memories that will last a lifetime!”

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11.Perth Wine Region and Mandoon Estate – Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $71

Start at Mandoon Estate in Caversham for a relaxed, guided kayak trip along a quiet Swan River stretch. Your local guide shares stories of Aboriginal culture, early settlement, and nearby heritage sites before you return for optional wine tasting, beer, or food at the Cellar Door or Homestead Brewery.

“Such a lovely relaxing way to learn some facts about Perth and the Swan River. The tour guides are great and really make you feel comfortable. Wine tasting was relaxed and informative. Would highly recommend!”

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12.Hot Air Balloon Flight Brisbane with Vineyard Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $355

Start before dawn from Nerang or Canungra for a 30-minute balloon flight over the Scenic Rim. Pilot Stuart and guides including Kelly and Rob handle the day, from transport and commentary to packing away the balloon. Finish with wine tasting, Champagne, and a hot buffet breakfast at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards.

“Best experience, relaxing, everyone was super friendly. It should be on everyone’s to do list. Went for our anniversary and just loved every moment of it.”

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13.Hunter Valley Wine Tour from Sydney: 3 Wineries & Vineyard Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $120

Leave Sydney Central at 7:00 am for a full day in the Hunter Valley. Travel by air-conditioned minibus, taste wines at three wineries, see production at Sobels, stop for chocolate, and enjoy a wine-and-cheese picnic in Pokolbin. Guides may speak English, Portuguese, or Spanish, with past departures led by Aurelio, James, Michael, Gabe, Maikel, and Alin.

“Aurelio was amazing ! I travel the world, I participate in many tours, but this was the most fun and enjoyable tour I have attended. I'm not exaggerating :) it's all thanks to our tour guide. thanks”

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14.Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard – Sweet Indulgence Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $43Best value

At Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard in Pokolbin, you’ll begin with sparkling wine, then taste six dessert-style wines paired with handmade Cocoa Nib chocolates. Hosts such as Robin, Hamish, and Allie guide the tasting, while pre-poured wines let you set your own pace. The 45-minute private experience includes a take-home etched glass and chocolate gift.

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15.Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $249

Join guide Libbie for a six-hour Yarra Valley food and wine day built around a gentle cycle on the Warburton Rail Trail. Meet at Lilydale at 10:00 am, then combine rail-trail scenery with wine tastings, wood-fired pizza, artisan cheese, snacks, and visits to Soumah and Yering Station. Local accommodation pickup costs extra.

“Had a lovely day out with Libby who was very informative & helpful, we are keen cyclists & would have preferred a little more cycling, but overall our day out was really nice & the sun came out too.”

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