Food & Wine Tours

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Whether you’re seeking a deeper knowledge of the local food and wine scene or would merely rather not draw straws to pick a designated driver, a tour will satisfy your cravings. Book the one that takes your fancy then plan the rest of your trip around it.

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In 2018, the Wolf-Tasker family, responsible for Daylesford’s award-winning luxury hotel, restaurant and spa Lake House, bought Dairy Flat Farm in nearby Musk. It offers luxury accommodation, but the regenerative property also has vegetable gardens, an orchard, olive groves, a vineyard, bees and a bakery – all of them now provide supplies for the Lake House. If you’re interested in finding out more about the farm, there are a couple of ways to do it: book a suite or the entire lodge or join a class at the bake house. Guests, of course, can explore the farm on their own – there are always gardeners and viticulturalists at work. They can also organise a tour, much like the one the sourdough students take.

Holgate Brewhouse has been creating excellent craft beer in Woodend for more than 25 years. Learn how they do it on a behind-the scenes tour of the brewhouse. They’re held every Saturday and Sunday at 3pm, but you have to book in advance. Make a day of it: explore Woodend’s main street, have lunch then do then tour.

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Want to check out a few of the excellent cellar doors in the vicinity? Daylesford Wine Tours has a variety of offerings, from half-day itineraries to a full day of excellent wine and food. If you’re organising a party, they can also arrange private tours. For those who want to find out more about the art of winemaking, the Wine & Unwind Tour focuses on the rich history and craftsmanship on display in the region.

For something a little different, join Hepburn Lagoon Trail Rides for its five-hour pub ride. Whether a beginner or experienced rider, you’ll be teamed up with a horse to suit your skill level then set off for a ride through the bush. You’ll arrive at Swiss Mountain Hotel, one of regional Victoria’s oldest licensed hotels, for a hearty lunch and a chat by the fire, before riding back.