Are you planning for a day tour in Yarra Valley during your holiday in Melbourne, Victoria? Here are some great activities to include in your itinerary!

1. Great Activities for Your Day Tour in
Yarra Valley
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2. If you are a nature lover or a fan of wines and you are
visiting Melbourne for your next holiday or business
trip, it would be a shame if you won’t schedule a
whole day tour to the Yarra Valley. This flat, sprawling
region is found just an hour’s drive from the city
centre.
Well, Yarra Valley is well-known around the world for
its wine – being home to more than 50 vineyards and
wineries. However, there are other numerous
interesting activities to enjoy. Here is a short to-do list
that we recommend:

3. Hot Air Balloon Ride
Begin your day by taking a glimpse of the beauty of Yarra
Valley riding a hot air balloon. This will give you a
chance to have a 360degree view of the region and
literally float over farms, vineyards and forests.
Tip: Catch a great view of sunrise in the valley by
starting your tour early at dawn.

4. Vineyard and Winery Hopping
There are more than 50 wineries and vineyards in Yarra Valley and
40 of which offer wine tasting tours and wine sales. Most
wineries are easily accessible from the highway and can clearly
be noticed through signposts.
Bonus: If you’re lucky enough to be served by the winemaker at
one of the wineries that you’ll visit, you have the chance for a
free wine appreciation lesson.

5. Shopping at the Local Markets
Markets and shops are also abundant in the region, most of them
offer local gourmet delights. You can follow your way through the
Yarra Valley Food Trail to find gastronomic hotspots where you can
stop and sample the freshness of the local produce such as cheese,
pasta, chilli, persimmons, and smoked salmon.
Tip: Visit at the first Sunday of the month to experience Yarra Valley
farmers’ Market and Hurstbridge Farmers’ Market.

6. Wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary
Meet and get up close to local wildlife by paying Healesville
Sanctuary a visit. This protected area is home to more than
200 species of endemic animals such as koalas, wallabies,
kangaroos, platypus, lyrebirds and the Tasmanian devil. The
sanctuary is settled in a 30-hectare area that offers a distinct
Australian wildlife setting and it plays a vital role in saving
some of the most endangered species in the world

7. Stay Innercity offers great tips for planning your
holidays in Melbourne and the neighbouring regions.
We also offer self contained accommodation in great
locations in Albert Park, Middle Park, South Melbourne
and Port Melbourne. For more travel and
accommodation tips, visit our website at
http://www.stayinnercity.com.au/.