The 9 Best Dessert Tours in Melbourne

1.Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,667 reviews · from $93Our pick

Travel from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley in a small group of up to 19, with wine tastings at Soumah, St Huberts and Balgownie, chocolate at the Chocolaterie, and countryside views. Guides such as Tom, Gilberto, Richard and Matt add music, local tips and an easygoing mood.

“Other options available including barrister coffee if you don't drink wine. Food at extra cost but menu choices were good and costs reasonable.”

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2.Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Chocolate & Gin/Beer Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,819 reviews · from $139

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring the Yarra Valley from Melbourne with Dancing Kangaroo Tours. Guides such as Sean, Stefan, Posi, and Danny lead small groups to boutique wineries, a two-course lunch, chocolate and ice cream, plus optional Four Pillars gin or Watts River beer tastings.

“Three wineries, one brewery, and ice cream stop off, and an extremely experienced and welcoming tour guide and driver. The lunch was excellent with a choice of four mains, and the choice of wineries superb. Unhurried and relaxed. When it comes to value for money, this tour wins by a country mile. Highly recommend.”

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3.Amazing Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Chocolate, Farm Fresh, Gin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,566 reviews · from $93

Spend 8.5 hours tasting Yarra Valley wine, strawberries, chocolate, cider, and optional gin with Dancing Kangaroo Tours. Small groups of up to 20 depart central Melbourne, and guides such as Shaun, Danny, Posi, and Stefan keep the day relaxed and social. Lunch is extra.

“well organised day trip with lots of great stops and a great group of people!! our tour guide, danny, was also lovely and made sure the day ran smoothly”

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4.Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,209 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

Travel from Melbourne to the Yarra Valley with guides such as Matt, Gilberto, Tom, or Richard. Visit Soumah, St Huberts, Hubert Estate, the Chocolaterie, and Balgownie for wine, spirits, chocolate, and valley views. Lunch is extra, and the small-group feel depends on the vehicle and day.

“Gilberto and Davey boy were absolute legends. Throughly enjoyed the whole day, with our experience enhanced by them and their great knowledge and personalities. Would have given them 6 stars out of 5 if I could. Also enjoyed the wine, gin and chocolate. 1097% recommend.”

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5.Melbourne Lanes & Arcades Chocolate and Dessert Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · from $92

Spend about three hours walking Melbourne’s arcades and laneways with a local guide such as Ivan, Peggy, or Tonya. Taste at least seven treats, including couverture chocolate, two desserts, and surprises such as koala buns or shaved ice. The group is limited to 12 people.

“Who doesn’t love chocolate? We went to a variety of establishments on this tour and got delicious samples at every location. We were also given a discount on any personal purchases at all the shops. Our tour guide was lively, informativeRead more”

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6.Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo, koala and chocolate tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 259 reviews · from $56Best value

Spend about 12 hours on a budget Great Ocean Road trip from Melbourne, visiting the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge area, Apollo Bay, Memorial Arch, a chocolate shop, and possible wild kangaroo and koala stops. Guides such as Richard, Milan, Neil, and Daniel are praised for safe driving and lively commentary.

“The day was outstanding! We views were spectacular and we were able to see koalas, kangaroos, many birds and an echidna throughout the day. The driver Neal, was very friendly and knowledgeable and did a great job taking us to less crowded areas to see the wildlife.”

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7.Yarra Valley Food, Wine, Chocolate & Gin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · 8 hours · from $91

Travel from Melbourne’s Federation Square to Yarra Farm Fresh, St Huberts, Tokar Estate, Rochford Wines and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. You’ll taste local produce, seven or more wines, 12 chocolates and optional gin, with guides such as Rick, Bernie and Mel sharing regional stories along the way.

“It was excellent, fun and informative with delicious tastings and outstanding lunch.”

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8.Melbourne Chocolate Wonderland Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $91

Follow a small group of up to 12 through Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with guides such as Tonya, Ivan, Peggy, or Jake. Taste couverture chocolate, Australian-grown cacao, cheese pairings, wine, desserts, and hot chocolate across five stops during this three-hour walking tour.

“Lauren was excellent! She took us through 5 places to sample chocolates and desserts. Each were yummy and very different—we loved the variety. She also gave us time to shop if we really liked what we tried, which we took advantage of! Great way to spend the time getting to know Melbourne.”

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9.Lake Mountain Snow Day and Waterfalls & Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

Spend 10 hours with Autopia Tours traveling from Melbourne to Lake Mountain for three hours of snow play, then visit Steavenson Falls, Marysville, Black Spur Road, and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Guide Cory is praised for his humor and care, while Joe also earns strong marks.

“Cory was a friendly tour guide, informative, and traveled extremely cautiously & safe, would recommend this tour to friends.”

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