Everygreen Winery Tours provides personalised, small, private tours for individuals, friends, couples.

offer small, friendly, unique and flexible tours of the Yarra Valley and Warburton Highway Wine Regions and surrounds.

Our tours are designed to accommodate guests who wish to have an individual and luxurious touring experience. Unlike many other tours, transport is in a luxury Statesman sedan - and not in a bus or people mover. This important difference enhances the friendly personal approach shown by your hosts, Geoff Cooper or his driving partner Barbara Brandenberger.

In general we offer tours for a minimum of two and a maximum of four people, however for group or corporate tours see below for details.

Tours are available seven days a week and at short notice. We are flexible. We can tailor tours to suit your timetable, etc. Our Tours make great gifts for your friends and family.

Enjoy the company of your friends or partner in peace and comfort. Enjoy a few drinks without the worry of driving. Share information and stories with your personal tour guide.

For a leisurely, private day in the Yarra Valley and Warburton Highway wine regions, contact Evergreen Winery Tours today.



Geoff Cooper has travelled extensively in Europe, and lived for some time in Colorado, USA. Consequently, he knows what international and local tourists appreciate; hospitality, local knowledge, comfort and friendly courtesy.


Geoff organises all the details of your tour; the delicious lunch, the cellar door tastings and of course, the magnificient views and countryside of the region.

Geoff has resided in the Yarra Valley for many years and can share the stories and history of the expanding wine region of the Yarra Valley and Warburton Highway wine regions.
                   Two of Evergreen Winery Tour's guests,
         Nicola and Peta, enjoying a tasting at Seville Hill Winery




NEW GOURMET WINERY TOUR
(Available now)

Gourmet Cheese and Wine Trail, Winery Tour

A full day winery tour that includes; home made gourmet cheese with a glass of wine and wine tasting at two high quality boutique wineries, a three cheese platter at deBortoli's cheese shop and two course a la carte restaurant lunch at Tokar winery.
  • Seville Estate winery: Soft cow's milk cheese, marinated in chilli, dill and garlic with a glass of Riesling. ( Cheese made on site)
  • Seville Hill winery: Traditional Italian Abruzzi fresh cheese with Spanish olives. Olives marinated in olive oil with Italian herbs, hot chilli and garlic with a glass of cabernet sauvignon. (Cheese made on site)
  • DeBortoli winery: Three cheese platter,client's choice of cheeses.
Cost: $215 per head all inclusive ex-Yarra Valley.



TOURS OFFERED (See below for full details)

General Tours;
  • Full day tour with two course a la carte restaurant lunch
  • Half day tour with lunch
  • Mini tour
  • Mini tour with gourmet antipasto platter
  • Winter warmer tour, half day tour with afternoon tea
Group tours:

We offer group or corporate tours see below for details

Special tours:

Exclusive Wine Buff's tour
Flute and Flight tour (Helicopter tour)
Balloon and Barrel tour (Balloon flight and tour)
Romantic Getaway (Five star accommodation with dinner and full day tour)
Design Your Own Tours or Hire Car Rates

Gourmet Cheese and Wine Trail, Winery Tour




Note: with the exception of the Exclusive wine Buff's Tour, client's may have the pleasure of meeting another like minded couple on Evergreen's tours.
A second couple will only be present on the "Exclusive Wine Buff's Tour if requested by the client.



EVERGREEN'S "DESIGN YOUR OWN TOUR" OPTION

Tours other than those to the Yarra Valley wineries are also able to be designed in conjunction with Geoff. His tour licence now allows him to tour virtually anywhere that a client requests.

Costs are based on: $85 per hour for the first two hours and $75 per hour for any further hours. This cost includes touring in a luxury Statesman sedan with Geoff as chauffeur. Lunch costs etc. are at the client's expense unless negotiated within the tour.



GENERAL TOURS





ENJOY THE YARRA VALLEY WINERY DAY TOUR EVERGREEN STYLE
Evergreen's Yarra Valley Day Wine Tour is designed to accommodate guests who wish to enjoy a full day's wine tasting, fine dining and appreciating the beautiful countryside of the Yarra Valley.

The Yarra Valley Winery Day Tour includes:

  • Wine tastings at a minimum of five wineries
  • Flexible itinerary
  • All tasting fees
  • Two course restaurant lunch
  • Transport in a luxury sedan

PRICE: $165 per person (ex - Yarra Valley)
(2 person minimum)
For an exclusive tour, (No one else in the car) add $75 per head.

Click here for enquiry form.

NOTE:

  • Tours available seven days a week.
  • Minimum of two people and a maximum of four people.
  • Wineries visited may be changed to suit guests preferences where ever possible.
  • Tour itinerary subject to winery availability.
  • With the exception of the "Wine Buff's Tour" prices are for a pick up from the Yarra Valley or Dandenong Ranges. City pick ups are available for an additional $100, other Melbourne and surrounds transfers are negotiable.






  • Noon to 5pm.
  • Visits to four wineries
  • Two course a la carte restaurant lunch
  • All tasting fees
Price: $140 per head
(2 person minimum)
Click here for enquiry form.

NOTE: Tours available seven days a week.
Minimum of two people and a maximum of four people
Wineries visited may be changed to suit guests preferences where ever possible.
Tour itinerary subject to winery availability.






ENJOY THE YARRA VALLEY WINERY MINI TOUR
Evergreen's Yarra Valley Winery Mini Tour is designed to accommodate guests who do not have a lot of time to spare but wish to have an individual and personalised touring experience. For a minimum of two people and a maximum of four people (3-4 hour duration).

The Yarra Valley Winery Mini Tour includes:

  • Wine tastings at: Seville Hill, Riverstone, Seville Estate and Five Oaks wineries.
  • All tasting fees
  • Luxury sedan
  • Minimum of four wineries visited
PRICE: $95 per person (ex - Yarra Valley)
(2 person minimum)
Click here for enquiry form.

NOTE: Tours available seven days a week.
Minimum of two people and a maximum of four people
Wineries visited may be changed to suit guests preferences where ever possible.
Tour itinerary subject to winery availability.






ENJOY THE YARRA VALLEY WINERY MINI TOUR WITH GOURMET PLATTER
Evergreen's Yarra Valley Winery Mini Tour with Gourmet Platter is designed to accommodate guests who do not have a lot of time to spare but wish to have an individual and personalised touring experience. For a minimum of two people and a maximum of four people (3-4 hour duration).

The Yarra Valley Winery Mini Tour with Gourmet Platter includes:

  • Wine tastings at: De Bortoli's, Shantell, Riverstone, Seville Hill and Five Oaks wineries.
  • All tasting fees
  • Luxury sedan
  • Minimum of four wineries visited
  • Gourmet antipasto platter at Riverstone Winery
PRICE: $110 per person (ex - Yarra Valley)
(2 person minimum)
Click here for enquiry form.

NOTE: Tours available seven days a week.
Minimum of two people and a maximum of four people
Wineries visited may be changed to suit guests preferences where ever possible.
Tour itinerary subject to winery availability.






GROUP TOURS



Enjoy the same friendly, personal service and lunch offered on Evergreen's private tours, with your group tour. The tour includes: a lovely two course a la carte restaurant lunch with a glass of wine at Tokar Winery, all tasting fees and a complimentary raffle for a bottle of fine Yarra Valley wine. Pick up and return at one point from most areas within the metropolitan area are also included.

Personal tastings at three high quality boutique wineries and Tokar, are usually conducted by the owner/winemakers, and tour operator Geoff Cooper himself attends as tour guide.

Tours are for groups numbering from 5 to 55 people. Prices range from $105 - $140 per head dependent upon numbers, all inclusive.

NOTE: EVERGREEN WINERY TOURS DOES NOT CATER FOR "PARTY" TOURS HENCE, ALCOHOL CANNOT BE CONSUMED ON THE BUS, and only alcohol provided by or bought at the wineries, can be consumed AT THE WINERIES during the tour.







SPECIAL TOURS







Evergreen's Exclusive "Wine Buff's" Winery Tour
Evergreen's Exclusive Wine Tour is designed to accommodate discerning guests who wish to have an individual and personalised wine tasting experience.

Three course a la carte lunch including wine with each course at Tokar winery and complimentary wine and accompaniments at Chandon. It also guarantees the client exclusive access to the car and your host. The tour will only include another couple at your request.

Geoff Cooper has travelled extensively in Europe, and in 1992 lived in Colorado, USA for twelve months. Consequently, he knows what international and local tourists appreciate; hospitality, local knowledge, comfort and friendly courtesy. The "Wine Buff's" tour includes:

  • Private tasting of DeBortoli reserve wines with gourmet cheese platter
  • Flute of Chandon methode champenoise sparkling wine and accompaniments at Chandon winery
  • Three course a la carte lunch including wine with each course at Tokar winery
  • Tastings at three quality boutique wineries in addition to Chandon and Debortoli's
  • Personal access to owner/winemakers of some of the 'Valley's best boutique wineries
  • Guaranteed exclusive transport for guests in a Luxury Statesman sedan
PRICE: $310 per head

NOTE: Tours available seven days a week. Wineries visited may be changed to suit guests' preferences wherever possible.





A winery tour for the adventurous!



Three hour winery tour in either an EC-120 or smaller, R-44 helicopter.The tour includes a full hour in the air visiting three wineries, and an extended joy flight over the Yarra Valley and also the Melbourne CBD when possible. The tour includes:

  • Visits to three wineries by helicopter
  • All tasting fees
  • A complimentary bottle of Yarra Valley sparkling wine
  • Transfers from your Yarra valley accommodation in a Statesman sedan
Cost:
$720 per person ex-Yarra Valley for two people R-44 helicopter
$850 per person ex-Yarra Valley for two persons EC-120 helicopter
$650 per person ex-Yarra Valley for three or four people EC-120 or larger helicopter

Note: A two course a la carte restaurant lunch with a glass of wine can be included for an additional $40 per head.

Alternatively, The winery tour by car, with a twenty minute joy flight over the Yarra Valley in the EC-120 helicopter.

Cost:
$450 per head ex-Yarra Valley, RC-120


R-44
EC-120









Evergreen's Exclusive "Ballooning & Barrels" Winery Tour
Enjoy an exhilarating balloon flight over the stunning Yarra Valley with champagne breakfast followed by a half-day or full day winery tour.

This tour includes: an early morning pick up to take you to your "Global Ballooning" rallying point, a balloon flight with champagne breakfast followed by a full or half day tour returning to your accommodation venue in the Yarra Valley. Other venues negotiable.

The half day tour runs for approximately four hours and the full day approximately six hours. (See full and half day tours for tour details.)

PRICE:

Balloon flight, breakfast, transfers and half day tour,( tastings at four wineries), $425 per head.

As above with two course a la carte restaurant lunch and tastings at five wineries, $495 per head

Note: $290 per head deposit required at time of booking confirmation. Deposit refundable as per Global Balloonings cancellation policy which will be sent to you with other flight details when booking is made.







Evergreen Winery Tours and Three Kings Apartments, offer the ultimate 'Romantic Getaway':
  • One or two nights accommodation at, Three Kings Five Star Apartments
  • A bottle of Domain Chandon sparkling wine and locally made chocolates on arrival
  • Gourmet breakfast provisions in your luxury apartment
  • A forty five minute massage for two with Yarra Valley Massage
  • A full day winery tour of the Yarra Valley’s finest boutique wineries including visits to five wineries and a three course a la carte restaurant lunch with a glass of wine
  • Transport in a luxury Statesman sedan
  • Exclusive access on the tour, unless you wish to include another couple
Cost per couple:
  • One night, (Saturdays) $915
  • Two nights, (Friday and Saturday nights) $1190
  • Mid-week: (Sunday to Thursday) one night $860
  • Mid-week: two nights $1110






(40 person minimum)
  • Tastings at four high quality boutique wineries, from: Seville Hill, Elmswood, River Stone, Five Oaks, Sutherland Estate or Shantell, or alternatively your own choice of wineries subject to costs.
  • All tasting fees
  • Light gourmet antipasto platter lunch with tea and coffee at River Stone winery with it's superb views
  • Experienced winery tour guide
  • Pick up and return to any one venue within sixty kilometres of the Yarra valley
PRICE: $55 per head mid-week $65 per head weekends

NOTE: For an a la carte two course restaurant lunch at Tokar Winery add $25 per head
Tours for 5-39 people by negotiation, ring Geoff Cooper, mobile: 0408 122 119




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PAYMENT:

Payments via Visa, Mastercard and eftpos are now available

BOOKING and CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:

A 10% non-refundable deposit is required at time of confirmation. A 50% cancellation fee is required without seven days notification of cancellation for all tours except the Balloon and Barrel Tour. A $300 per head cancellation fee applies to the Balloon and Barrel tour without seven days notification of cancellation.






The Yarra Ranges is a playground suitable for all ages. On offer is a variety of unique accommodation facilities, wineries, restaurants and recreational activities including touring, ballooning, bushwalks, wildlife and national parks.

Great places to stay in the Yarra Valley:

Amarant Retreat, Private and group accommodation in the Yarra Valley. Accommodation for 2-17 people. Luxury B&B accommodation for two, or equally luxurious accommodation for larger numbers. Stunning views over the "Valley towards, Wandin, Launching Place etc. Unique.

Annabelle of Healesville Bed and Breakfast: Our spacious rooms are perfect for romantic escapes, relaxation and celebration, specially designed for your comfort and privacy.

Araluen Lodge, set on 9 acres of undulating countryside in the Steele's Creek Valley, Yarra Glen.

Forget me Not Cottages; Premier self contained cottages in Bushland setting close to Warburton.

Healesville Motor Inn; Clean, comfortable, affordable accommodation in the heart of the Yarra Valley.

Kangaroo Ridge Retreat Cottages, Secluded, self contained, private cottages with stunning views. Close to Healesville.

Katandra Gardens; Ideal B&B retreat amidst 8 magnificent acres of gardens, in the Yarra Valley/Dandenongs Day visitors welcome.

Lyrebird Cottages: Mountain top, architect designed, mudbrick and timber cottages with stunning views across the Yarra Valley. Natural bush setting with lyrebirds and wombats. Peace and space. Let nature work its magic!

Serenity at Healesville; Luxury group accommodation for 2 - 9 people. Period style home only minutes from Healesville township. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and sleeping facilities for three additional people. Elegant decor, stunning views from home. Formal dining room for eight. Excellent accommodation for a discerning small group.

Sutherland Estate Winery B&B accommodation; Enjoy the totally unique experience of staying in a luxury two storey tower overlooking some of the most stunning views in the Yarra Valley.

The Gatehouse at Villa Raedward: The Gatehouse at Villa Raedward is the ideal base from which to explore and experience the Yarra Valley: contemporary, fully self-contained, 4 1/2 star, all the features you need, what more could a couple wish for?

Three Kings Luxury Bed and Breakfast: Fully self contained apartments offering 5 star total luxury accommodation, for that special occasion, when quality really matters.

Valley Guest House, nestled in the peaceful Steele's Creek Valley close to Yarra Glen.

White Rose Cottage, a delightful self contained period cottage on 44 acres in the Yarra Valley's Chum creek. Spa to master bedroom, gas log fire, sleeps two to eight people. Fantastic views, mid-week specials available.

Yarra Glen Getaway: Luxurious five bedroom house in Yarra Glen. Sleeps 10 people. Huge flat screen TV, billiard table, all mod. cons.
Ring: Liz. 0407 345 540

Great places to stay in the Dandenong Ranges:

Adeline Bed and Breakfast, A beautiful 1920s cottage, divided into two luxury self contained cottages, set on a half acre of Mountain ash and Golden Elm trees, in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges just one hours drive from Melbourne CBD.

Observatory Cottages, luxurious accommodation in the Dandenong Ranges with great views of the city.


Other links:

Find and book a Wine Tour anywhere in Australia

Yarra Valley Therapeutic and Relaxation Massage: Enhance your stay in the Valley with a relaxation or therapeutic massage by Jane or one of her agency staff.





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