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Foxeys Hangout Wine Tasting Mornington Peninsula: The Cellar Door That Skips the Booking
No bookings, no fuss, just walk in — Foxeys Hangout is the Red Hill cellar door pouring award-winning, biodynamic Pinot Noir with a deck view over the vines.
Hop It
10 minutes ago2 min read
Yarra Valley Tour for Non Wine Drinkers: Gin, Cider and Beer Without the Wine List
Not a wine drinker? No worries — the Yarra Valley's got award-winning gin, orchard cider and farm-to-table beer waiting on the Red Route, and Hop It gets you to all three without touching a chardonnay.
Hop It
6 days ago2 min read
Bloom & Graze at CherryHill Orchards: Spring's Best Excuse to Get Out of the House
CherryHill Orchards' Bloom & Graze is back for spring — orchard tours, cherry drinks and masterclasses. Here's what's on, and how to get there sans car.
Hop It
Aug 282 min read
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie Tour: 450+ Chocolates, Free Tastings and a 40-Acre Wander
450+ chocolates, an ice creamery, and 40 acres to wander it off in — this Green Route stop is basically a theme park for anyone with a sweet tooth. No booking, no fuss.
Hop It
Jul 222 min read
Rochford Wines Wine Tour Yarra Valley: Your Red Route Stop for Wine, Spirits and a View
Wine, whisky, or a gin flight with a view of the Great Dividing Range — Rochford does all three, and you don't have to pick a driver to get there.
Hop It
Jul 132 min read
Jack Rabbit Vineyard Wine Tasting Bellarine: Views Worth the Hop
Some of the best views on the whole Bellarine Peninsula, with the wine and food to match. Here's why Jack Rabbit is worth building a Blue Route day around.
Hop It
Jul 91 min read
Port Phillip Estate Mornington Peninsula: Views, Wine, Lunch on the Hop It Orange Route
Part wine stop, part architecture landmark. Here's what to expect from one of the most striking cellar doors on the Orange Route.
Hop It
Jul 81 min read
Ten Minutes By Tractor Wine Tour: Mornington's Most-Loved Cellar Door, Hop It Style
One of Australia's most awarded cellar doors, named after a ten-minute tractor ride. Here's how to fit it into your Orange Route day without rushing it.
Hop It
Jul 72 min read
Four Pillars Gin Distillery Tour Yarra Valley: The Hop It Stop for People Who Don't Drink Wine
Not a wine person? Four Pillars is the Hop It stop built for you — award-winning gin, a copper bar, and zero chardonnay required.
Hop It
Jul 62 min read
Domaine Chandon Wine Tour Melbourne: Sparkling Without the Designated Driver
Sparkling wine, zero designated driver required. Here's why Domaine Chandon is one of the easiest big-name stops to build your whole Hop It day around.
Hop It
Jul 52 min read
SOUMAH Yarra Valley Wine Tasting: Is It Worth the Hop?
Is SOUMAH worth the hop? Short answer: yes and here's why this back-to-back award-winning cellar door earns its spot on the Red Route.
Hop It
Jul 41 min read
Prefer Grazing? Best venues for smaller bites & great wine
If you love a relaxed food experience rather than a big sit-down meal, grazing is the perfect way to enjoy Victoria’s wine regions.
Hop It
Feb 26, 20252 min read
So what exactly is Orange Wine & why is everyone talking about it?
With the increasing popularity of orange wine - we're letting you know what it actually is and if oranges are found in orange wine!
Jonathan Lee
Jan 14, 20252 min read
2024 Hop It Gift Guide
Our annual Hop It Gift Guide for 2024 is here! Happy Shopping!
Hop It
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Hop It Guide to Dietary Needs & Accessibility
We're giving you a detailed look at what you can expect at each of the Yarra Valley stops when it comes to your dietary & mobility needs!
Hop It
Nov 26, 20245 min read
It's time to challenge your tastebuds
Whilst we love Pinot Noir and Chardonnay we’re all about an open mind and trying something new & different!
Hop It
Oct 30, 20243 min read
So why exactly do wineries charge for a tasting?
Let’s explore the reasons behind this practice and why it ultimately adds value to your wine experience.
Hop It
Oct 11, 20243 min read
Are you a chocolate lover?
Well if you are then we've put together the best places to make your chocolate heart skip a beat! YARRA VALLEY RED ROUTE Boat O'Craigo...
Hop It
Apr 15, 20231 min read
Cheese is here and we're loving it!
What's happening at Hop It! This last month has really been about revamping our routes and making sure we've got a great variety of stops...
Hop It
Jun 22, 20221 min read
Hop It is a hop-on, hop-off bus service that operates in Melbourne, Australia. It offers a variety of routes, including the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, and Bellarine Peninsula. Hop It buses stop at wineries, breweries, distilleries, and other attractions, making it a convenient way to explore the region.
Hop It buses are comfortable and air-conditioned, and they offer free Wi-Fi.
Hop It is a great way to see the best of Melbourne's wine regions. With Hop It, you can choose your own adventure and explore at your own pace.
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