Helicopter & Winery Escape

10:00AM 2 - 56 5 Hrs

Trip Overview

For the ultimate in high-end exploration, our Helicopter & Winery Experience offers an unparalleled perspective of Victoria’s premier wine country. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a sky-high adventure that blends an awe-inspiring scenic flight with the absolute best in Yarra Valley dining and viticulture.

At Big Grape Winery Tours, we specialise in seamless luxury. Our helicopter packages are fully customisable, allowing you to tailor every detail—from your departure point to the length of your stay in the vines. Operating 7 days a week, we offer flexible take-off times from Melbourne’s most convenient helipads or even your own private property.

What’s included

Premium Departures: Take off from the Southbank CBD (Yarra River Helipad), Essendon, or Moorabbin airports.
Bespoke Landing: Option to depart from a private address (requires a cleared, tennis court-sized landing space and is subject to safety approvals).
Return Aerial Transport: Enjoy a 25-minute scenic flight each way, skipping the traffic in favour of panoramic views.
Three-Hour Ground Experience: Ample time to soak in the atmosphere of the valley.
Signature Dining: A premium three-course lunch at Steels Gate Wines, including a glass of estate-grown wine.
Refined Tasting: An exclusive, seated wine tasting at the Steels Gate cellar door.
Concierge Service: We handle all bookings, from the flight charter to the restaurant reservation.
Custom Ground Add-ons: Option to extend your stay and include ground transport to a second venue for gin or additional wine tastings (available via custom quote).

Pricing

Our helicopter packages provide a high-value, exclusive experience. Prices are based on a Southbank departure and include the Steels Gate dining package.

2 guests: $1,300 per person
3 guests: $1,100 per person
4 guests: $800 per person
5+ guests: Please enquire for a tailored group quote.

Upgrade to the Levantine Hill dining package (5 or 7-course options) is available for an additional fee.

Pick Up & Returns

Departure/Return: Coordinated return helicopter transport.

Weather Guarantee: Flights are subject to weather conditions; safety is our absolute priority.

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From: $800 AUD per person

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Example Itinerary

Here is the standard layout for your luxury day in the sky. All timings can be adjusted to suit your celebration.

Board your private helicopter at Southbank, Essendon, or Moorabbin. As you ascend, enjoy a 25-minute journey featuring breathtaking views of the Melbourne CBD, Port Phillip Bay, and the Dandenong Ranges before descending over the quilted vineyards of the Yarra Valley.

Arrive in style with a private landing at Steels Gate Wines in Dixons Creek. You’ll be greeted by the stunning hillside vistas of one of the valley’s most picturesque estates.

Your ground time begins with a hosted wine tasting, followed by a sophisticated three-course a la carte lunch. Savour seasonal dishes crafted from the estate’s own kitchen garden, paired with a glass of their award-winning cool-climate wine.

Note: If you choose the Levantine Hill upgrade, you will enjoy their renowned Mediterranean-inspired degustation.
Or Levantine Hill Estate lunch package is available (extra per quote).

More venues can be included with extended ground time via quote. Please let us know if you would like to visit anywhere else.

After a relaxed afternoon in the vines, re-board your aircraft for the return flight, taking in the changing afternoon light over the valley.

Touch down at your original departure point, concluding a truly unforgettable regional escape.

About Big Grape Winery Tours

Big Grape Winery Tours is a locally run Yarra Valley tour company offering premium private tours for couples, small groups, and larger celebrations. Our knowledgeable local guides deliver relaxed, informative, and memorable experiences tailored to any occasion.