Yarra Valley
Some of Victoria’s best produce can be found in this region located 75 minutes outside of Melbourne, known for its picturesque vineyards and award-winning restaurants. Indulge in the Yarra Valley’s
WHAT TO DO: array of cool climate wines by booking a winery tour (you can opt for coach or bicycle); many of the wineries will ship abroad to save you having to transport your favorite wine home. Top picks include
ROCHFORD WINES (rochfordwines.com.au), which hosts live jazz, and TARRAWARRA ESTATE (tarrawarra.com.au), with an art gallery, winery and restaurant. is a buzzing town
WHERE TO STAY: HEALESVILLE situated in the heart of the Yarra Valley with easy access to restaurants, wineries, cycling trails and art galleries. If budget is no option, YERING boasts many luxury hotels.
WHERE TO EAT: The awarded restaurant at OAKRIDGE WINES (oakridgewines.com.au) serves up modern Australian dishes; rustic Italian can be found at
INNOCENT BYSTANDER (innocentbystander.com.au); for special occasions book a sumptuous high tea at
COOMBE – THE MELBA ESTATE (coombeyarravalley.com.au).