Located to the east of Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is home to over 80 vineyards around the rolling hills of Lilydale, Coldstream, Yarra Glen, Healesville and Seville. The Yarra Valley is Victoria's oldest wine making region, with the first vines planted in 1838 at Yering Station. Many of the Valley's wineries have open cellars where you can buy wine direct from the winery. You can also stay and enjoy the boutique accommodation, restaurants, picnic facilities or cafes.
The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges extends through valleys and hills covered in spectacularly tall trees and dense forest. You can enjoy bushwalking and cycling along trails through the lush ferny undergrowth or take a drive up to the peak of Mount Dandenong and take in the city views.
You can travel the beautiful countryside and visit some of the fruit farms, markets and galleries, enjoy a day with at the famous Healesville Sanctuary or take a ride on the historic Puffing Billy steam train between Belgrave and Gembrook.