Yarra Valley Rail Trail e-Bike eXperience; Wonder, Wine & Wildlife
+ Secret Wine Tasting
Private Group eXperiences from $395 p/hd
Overview:
Ages 15+
Duration: 7hrs, typically 9.00am-4.00pm (but customisable)
1-10 persons bookable online. Got 11+ persons - click HERE
7 days a week (Saturday* - see T&C’s)
Only a few of you? For Public eXperiences- click HERE
Highlights:
🚲 40km of spectacular Yarra Valley riding - follow the historic rail trail from Lilydale to beautiful Warburton on premium, safe, fat-tyre e-Bikes; see more & pedal less! No fitness required!
🌿 Scenery around every corner - cruise through lush landscapes, rolling farmland, mountain ranges and charming country towns, with opportunities to spot Australian wildlife and discover beautiful plantations along the trail.
🤓 Fully guided by fun, local & qualified Bike Leaders - ride with confidence as our friendly guides share their knowledge, stories & favourite spots along the trail.
☕ Fuel up along the way - enjoy quality coffee & morning tea of local produce during a relaxed trail stop at the famous Carriage Cafe in Seville
🍷 Better eXperience the region’s wine - a highlight only available to private groups; ride on to a Winery not open to the public for a wine tasting ‘in the vines’ with the Winemaker; an unforgettable eXperience & exclusive to Yarra Valley X! Must be booked in advance.
🍽️ Lunch in the heart of Warburton - settle in for a quality 2-course luncheon + welcome drink at the gorgeous & historic Alpine Hotel.
🚐 Just ride, relax & enjoy - with your e-Bike, safety gear & return transport sorted, no planning stress. We’ve got you covered!
The Finer Details…
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✔ Ampd Bros Ace+ fat-tyre e-Bike
✔ Helmet
✔ Safety Briefing
✔ Bottle of Water
✔ Tour Guide & Qualified Ride Leader
✔ Morning tea: toastie or muffin
✔ Barista-made coffee or cool drink
✔ Wine Tasting eXperience
✔ 2-course premium luncheon at the Alpine Hotel, Warburton, including choice of entree/main or main/dessert
✔ Welcome drink (beer, wine or soft drink)
✔ Return transfer to Lilydale Train Station or your local accommodation -
❌ Additional drinks purchased at luncheon after the included one
❌ Any purchases at venues along the way
❌ Pick up transport to Lilydale start. Please contact us if transport is required -
Private groups are exactly that - private! We don’t allow any other members of the public to ride with you, so you can enjoy the experience exclusively with your own group, with a local eXperienced Ride Leader guide, all day, for your group. Our private rides can be completely personalised to suit your needs. Talk to us about any required changes; including start and finish times, locations and stops, or additional inclusions.
No. of Persons
1 person - $1,495 p/hd
2 persons - $795 p/hd
3 persons - $695 p/hd
4 persons - $595 p/hd
5 persons - $495 p/hd
6-7 persons - $450 p/hd
8-14 persons - $395 p/hd
15+ persons: contact us for a direct quoteYour group, your experience, your way!
Only a few of you? And want to make it cheaper - can you join our Saturday public eXperience - click HERE
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Bookable 7 day a week
*Saturdays can be booked in advance for private groups, on the condition no public tour spots are sold yet! If you want a Saturday click HERE for public tours to see if ALL 10 spots are available.
For groups in excess of 10, we can increase via bike hire. Please contact us directly to discuss a personalised tour & quote: Call 0476 188 044 or Email: hello@yarravalleyx.com.au
A 9.00am start time is recommended, but feel free to contact us as start times can be flexible for private groups, where we can start at either 8.00am, 10.00am, 11.00am. The itinerary will need to be amended in the event a start time is altered.
Reservations online for Private Groups can be made up until 72 hours before the start time. If less than 72 hours before the start time, please call 0476 188 044 for booking request for fastest response, or send your request to email: hello@yarravalleyx.com.au
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Chapter 1 - Welcome
Join your Ride Leader & Guide + fellow riders for your introduction & safety briefing; before the 40km leisurely Yarra Valley journey begins!Chapter 2 - Mt Evelyn
As we leave suburbia, we climb slowly (and easily on e-Bikes) to Mt Evelyn amidst the sounds & sight of local birdlifeChapter 3 - Seville
Coffee pitstop & a local produce morning tea in a an iconic bush setting at a train carriage cafeChapter 4 - The Valley + ‘Secret Winery’
Australiana wildlife spotting + vineyards; a unique wine tasting awaits amongst the Vines with the Winemaker at a magnificent farm, a truly special highlight of today’s journeyChapter 5 - Launching Place
Riding through picturesque farmland, we stumble upon an 1883-built ‘Home Hotel’, a historic country pub + refreshmentChapter 6 - The Yarra
Via Yarra Junction, we continue towards our final destination with magnificent mountain views, along the Yarra RiverChapter 7 - Warburton
Reflect your journey with your fellow riders over a delicious 2-course luncheon + drink at the gorgeous Alpine HotelChapter 8 - Return
Post-lunch you will be transported back to the Lilydale start, or your Yarra Valley accommodation -
🏢 Corporate groups chasing something out of the ordinary to truly reward the team
🌿 Yarra Valley visiting families (domestic & international) wanting a special, private family eXperience that is not from a tour bus company window
❤️ Couples looking for an unforgettable day out, that want to be alone
🍷 Groups of friends wanting an active food & wine day privately
🎂 Xmas parties, birthdays & celebrations
👯 Small groups who want exclusive
😀 People who like adventure, but don't necessarily consider themselves cyclists
🚲 Bike enthusiast groups!
FAQs
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The simple answer is Yes. Although the actual riding level is ‘easy’, some experience riding a bike is a must. The e-Bikes are very easy to ride, and we conduct a 20 minute safety briefing at the start of each tour and check in individually with each participant before we depart.
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By all means, you can supply your own helmet if you prefer, but it is not necessary. We will provide each participant with a ‘one size fits all’ Ampd Bros Urban Bike Helmet, which are CE / CPSC / AS/NZ Certified. Each helmet has a large size adjustable disc so will fit all heads, big & small.
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Comfort is key. Wear comfortable clothing as if you would going for a normal bike ride. Bring a light jacket if the forecast looks a bit cool and closed toe shoes are a must. We also encourage sunglasses & suncream when applicable., and encourage you to bring a bottle of water.
The Winery & lunch destination does not have any dress code. They know we are arriving on e-Bikes!
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The ride is classified as ‘easy’. You can use as much ‘pedaling power’ as you see fit. For those who are after a relaxed day, we teach you a ‘rotating the pedals’ method of riding the e-Bike, which allow you to cruise along at a good speed, with little to no effort. There are a few moderate inclines on the ride, but once taught how to use an e-Bike correctly, these will be a breeze.
We have had riders; young & old from 15yo to 78yo, plus big & small. No rider has never not completed the journey. And… according to our perfect reviews, everyone seems to love it! Especially those who are apprehensive at first. Our Ride Leaders take safety & customer enjoyment very seriously.
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99% of this eXperience is on the Yarra Valley Rail Trail, a nice compacted surface with no cars. Care is still required as the Rail Trail is often frequented by other bike riders, walkers and the occasional horse! There will be a few road crossings along the way, where your Ride Leader will instruct if they are all clear.
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It is much preferred personal items are kept with the individual, in safe, preferably zipped pockets. The Ride Leaders may carry a backpack which can be used for any light items.
In the event Yarra Valley X has a convoy car for the ride (operational on some larger group rides), then items may be left at own risk to be collected at the destination.
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e-Bike eXperiences can still go ahead with forecasted rain, as long as it is not severe. Routes/times may be altered to ensure completion. In the event of severe weather (e.g. excessive rain, lightning, etc.) where the e-Bikes are not used at all, a credit will be given for the determined pro-rata amount of the e-Bike contribution to the Tour.
A Yarra Valley eXperience on a minibus, taking in same, similar or increased site visits, along with planned hospitality lunch or dinner, can still occur to maximise enjoyment of the client.
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If an eXperience is completely cancelled due to the decision of Yarra Valley X, then a full refund will be offered. If an eXperience is cancelled by the client, then a credit will be offered if it is greater than 30 days from the eXperience date.
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Riding bikes carries risk with a chance of injury. Each tour will have a minimum of one ride leader who will be an AusCycling accredited to lead groups, experienced in group riding and qualified for First Aid & CPR.
Yarra Valley X is insured for $20m public liability insurance under Lloyds of London. A waiver & release form will be provided to all participants at the time of booking, or before the eXperience begins.
The provision of this document and then in turn, the signing off of this document will be performed at the safety briefing when each e-Bike is inspected to ensure readiness for the ride.