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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jul 62 min read
Hop On Hop Off vs Private Wine Tour: Which One Actually Suits Your Group?
Private tour or hop on hop off, which one actually wins for your group? Here's the honest breakdown on cost, freedom, and why having a bus to yourself isn't always the flex it sounds like.
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Jul 32 min read
Yarra Valley vs Mornington Peninsula Wine Tour: Which Hop It Route Should You Choose?
Yarra Valley or Mornington Peninsula, which Hop It route suits your day out? Here's how the two compare on wine style, vibe, distance and what to expect.
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Jul 22 min read
A Different Way to Do the Yarra Valley: Slower, Cosier, Better
Skip the crowds and rethink your Yarra Valley wine day. This guide shows how to slow things down and enjoy a more relaxed, boutique experience.
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Apr 262 min read
What’s the Best Way to Explore Victoria’s Wine Regions?
Not sure how to explore Victoria’s wine regions? Compare self-drive, public tours, private experiences and hop-on hop-off wine touring to find the option that suits your perfect day.
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Feb 182 min read
No Bookings, No Stress: Walk-In Friendly Tastings on the Yarra Valley Red Route
While many venues on the Yarra Valley Red Route welcome walk-ins, bookings are always the best option. They ensure venues can deliver the best possible experience and that you don’t waste a single minute of your one-hour tasting window.
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Jan 232 min read
Don't like wine? No Worries! 21 Hop It Stops for Every Taste
Hop It isn’t just for wine lovers. From craft cider and small-batch gin to artisan cheese, rum, chocolate and more—our routes are packed with tasty surprises. Skip the wine (or just mix it up) and discover the delicious side of the Yarra Valley, Mornington and Bellarine. Are you ready to hop on?
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May 25, 20253 min read
Why We Keep It Intimate:The Perks of Small Group Travel
We explain why we cap our group sizes at 7 people per group & why we don't offer private winery charters!
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Mar 24, 20252 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.
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Feb 26, 20252 min read
Top Tips to plan your perfect Hop It Adventure!
Let's plan your perfect day out with Hop It. We'll give you some handy tips so you can make sure you get the most out of your day!
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Feb 9, 20252 min read
How to read a hop on hop off timetable!
A handy guide on how to read a hop on hop off timetable!
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Feb 9, 20253 min read
2024 Hop It Gift Guide
Our annual Hop It Gift Guide for 2024 is here! Happy Shopping!
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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!
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Nov 26, 20245 min read
How to get the most out of your Bellarine Hop On Hop Off Adventure
how do you make the most of your time on the Bellarine if you're arriving from Melbourne? It all starts with how you choose to arrive.
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Nov 19, 20242 min read
Is going solo to a wine region worth it?
Travelling on your own can be daunting but heading solo to a wine region might just be the getaway you didn’t know you needed!
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Oct 22, 20242 min read
5 Tips to Ensure Your Hop It Experience is the BEST
Here’s how you can make sure your Hop It experience is nothing short of spectacular!
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Oct 2, 20242 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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