Hidden Gems: Boutique Full-Day Wine, Farm & Lunch Tour

The best thing about this tour is its range. In one day, you move from feeding alpacas and emus to tasting small-batch wine, chocolate, olive oil, coffee, and farm food. Three boutique wineries give the day its backbone, but this is not a wine crawl with filler stops.

I like the warm start at the farm, where morning tea comes with scones, jam, cream, and locally roasted coffee. I also like the small group size, capped at 11 people, which helps guides such as Ziggy and Dani keep the day friendly and personal. The main consideration is pace: seven hours is a full day, and wine tastings, lunch, and several short stops leave little idle time.

Key points to know before booking

• Feed alpacas and emus first: The day begins with a hands-on farm visit and morning tea, not a standard winery tasting.
• Taste at three boutique wineries: Ashbrook Estate, Brown Hill Estate, and Redgate Wines provide the main wine program.
• Lunch comes at Olio Bello: Expect olive oil tasting followed by a farm-to-plate meal among the olive trees.
• The group stays small: A maximum of 11 people makes it easier to ask questions and meet the producers.
• You get more than wine: Chocolate, coffee, tea, wildlife, olive products, and a Gracetown coastal stop break up the tasting schedule.
• The price covers the major pieces: At $136.28 per person, lunch, tastings, morning tea, transport, and pickup are included.

A full day built around local producers

Margaret River is famous for wine, but its appeal goes well beyond the bottle. This tour makes that point clearly. You spend the morning and afternoon meeting people who work with animals, grapes, cocoa, coffee, olives, and local food.

The format works well for a first visit. You see several parts of the region without having to plan a route, assign a driver, or decide which wineries will accept a walk-in group. The air-conditioned vehicle handles the longer gaps between stops, while the guide fills the drive with local context and practical explanations.

The group limit matters here. With up to 11 people, the experience feels more like a shared outing than a large bus excursion. Guides Ziggy and Dani receive especially strong praise for keeping conversation flowing, explaining the area, and making people feel included. Danny is also named in feedback, so the guide on your date may vary.

The day starts at 9:00 a.m. and returns to the meeting point at 1 Tunbridge Street in Margaret River. Pickup and drop-off are available from in-town Margaret River locations, which is useful if you are staying nearby and do not want to arrange a car.

Morning tea with alpacas and emus

Your first stop is Margaret River Hideaway and Farmstay, where you spend about 55 minutes. This is more than a quick photo stop. You can hand-feed alpacas and emus, then sit down for scones with jam and cream, plus locally roasted coffee or tea.

That opening gives the tour a relaxed rhythm. Instead of beginning with a formal tasting room, you start outdoors with animals, food, and a chance to meet the group. It is also a good feature for families and anyone who likes a regional tour to include more than wine.

The farm visit is not a petting zoo in the usual sense. It is a working private farm experience, and the animals may have their own ideas about where the morning goes. That unpredictability is part of the charm, but you should not expect a highly staged wildlife presentation.

The morning tea is light rather than a full breakfast. If you need a substantial meal early in the day, eat beforehand. For most people, the scones and coffee provide a pleasant start before the tastings begin.

Chocolate, coffee, and tea in one short stop

Next comes Temper Temper Fine Chocolate, with roughly 25 minutes at the stop. The visit combines fine chocolate tasting with a look at a coffee roaster and tea offerings.

This is a compact stop, so keep your expectations in check. You will not spend half an hour on a formal chocolate workshop. The tasting can be brief, but it adds another local product to a day already covering wine, coffee, and olive oil.

The shop also gives you a chance to browse and buy something to take home. Purchases are not included, so budget separately if you want chocolate or other products. I see this stop as a useful palate change before the first winery, rather than one of the day’s main events.

Ashbrook Estate begins the wine program

Ashbrook Estate is the first of three boutique wineries. You spend about an hour here, with wine tasting and an introduction to the style of the estate.

The value of visiting smaller wineries is the chance to learn how Margaret River wine differs from one producer to another. The program is not built around one large commercial cellar door. Instead, you move through three handpicked estates, each offering a different setting and selection.

The exact wines and tasting sequence can change, but the overall structure is clear: you get a broad sample of Margaret River styles and enough time at each winery to ask questions. Past visitors have described tasting more than 20 wines across the day, with one account putting the total near 30. That is a substantial amount, so pace yourself and use the water provided.

This part suits people who want more than a quick sip and purchase. The guides and winery hosts explain the wines, the local area, and the work behind each bottle. If you are already a serious wine buyer, you may appreciate the access to smaller producers. If you are new to wine, the variety makes it easier to compare styles without needing specialist knowledge.

A short pause at Gracetown

The Gracetown stop lasts about 15 minutes and provides a change of scenery. You look out toward the Indian Ocean, with its green coastal tones, and may spot dolphins near surfers or migrating whales during the right season.

This is a scenic pause, not a beach day. Fifteen minutes is enough to stretch your legs, take in the view, and hear some local stories, but not enough for a long walk or swim. The short timing makes sense in a packed day, though anyone hoping for extended time beside the water may find it too brief.

The stop also helps break up the tastings. After the first winery, you get fresh air before lunch and the second half of the wine program.

Olive oil and lunch at Olio Bello

Olio Bello is one of the strongest parts of the day. You spend about an hour and 15 minutes at the olive farm, tasting olive oils and olive-based products before eating at the on-site cafe among the olive trees.

Lunch is included, which makes the tour easier to budget. The meal uses fresh ingredients and is served as a farm-to-plate experience rather than a generic stop at a roadside cafe. Past feedback repeatedly highlights the food as a major pleasure of the day, and it is easy to see why: the setting and tasting naturally connect the meal to the farm.

The olive oil tasting also gives you something practical to take home. You can compare oils and condiments before deciding if you want to buy any. Drinks other than water during lunch are not included, so allow extra money if you want wine, soft drinks, or another beverage with the meal.

This is a good point in the day for anyone who does not want a tour focused only on alcohol. You get a proper meal, local produce, and time to sit down. For families or mixed groups, Olio Bello helps keep the experience varied.

Brown Hill Estate and Redgate Wines

After lunch, the tour returns to wine with Brown Hill Estate, followed by Redgate Wines. Each winery receives about an hour.

Two afternoon tastings can feel like a lot after the first winery and lunch, but the structure keeps the day from becoming repetitive. The three estates showcase different producers and styles, and the smaller settings make it possible to hear directly from people involved with the wine.

Redgate is also associated with time with owner and winemaker Ray, giving the final stop a personal touch. That kind of contact is valuable because you can connect the finished wine with the people who grow the grapes, make the decisions, and present the bottles.

You should not treat every tasting as a challenge to sample everything at top speed. Take small pours, drink water, eat lunch, and let the guide know if you need a slower pace. The tour is designed as a full tasting day, but you remain responsible for your comfort.

The wine portion is ideal for anyone interested in family-run or independent producers. It is less suitable for someone who wants a single winery with a long cellar tour, a formal food pairing, or a great deal of unstructured time.

What the $136.28 price covers

At $136.28 per person, the price offers solid value if you would otherwise pay separately for transport, tastings, lunch, and several regional stops.

Included are:

• Pickup and drop-off from Margaret River in-town locations
• Air-conditioned transport
• Wine tastings at three wineries
• Morning tea with scones
• Locally roasted coffee or tea
• Lunch at Olio Bello

You still pay for personal purchases and drinks other than water during lunch. Chocolate, wine, olive products, and other souvenirs can quickly add to the cost, especially if you discover a favorite producer.

The value is strongest for visitors without a car or anyone who wants to taste wine without driving. You also avoid the time and effort of researching three wineries that suit a small group. The farm, coastal stop, chocolate tasting, and olive oil visit add variety that a standard winery shuttle may not provide.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would choose this tour for a first Margaret River visit, especially if you want a broad introduction in one day. It also suits couples, small groups, solo visitors, and families with older children or teenagers who might lose interest during a day of cellar doors.

The animal encounter and chocolate stop help make the itinerary more approachable for children, though the day is still built around wine. Children under seven must use a child seat, and the tour is not designed as a children’s activity program.

It is also a good match for food lovers. You get scones, coffee, chocolate, olive oil, lunch, and wine rather than a single tasting theme. The local-producer focus gives the day a stronger sense of place than a simple transfer between large cellar doors.

You may want another option if you dislike group tours, prefer long hikes, or want to spend most of the day at one winery. The itinerary is full, and the coastal stop is short. People who want a slow, unstructured day may find the schedule too active.

Practical details that matter

The tour lasts about seven hours, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending back at the meeting point. Pickup is offered from Margaret River in-town locations, but confirm your exact pickup arrangement when booking.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The vehicle is air-conditioned, which matters on a long day moving between rural stops.

The tour requires a minimum number of participants and good weather. If poor weather cancels the experience, you can receive a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a complete taste of Margaret River in one day, with wine at the center but not the whole story. The best parts are the personal guides, the small group, the farm morning tea, the excellent lunch setting, and the three independent wineries.

Skip it if you want a quiet day at one estate or a long coastal outing. For most first-time visitors, though, the mix is the point. You leave with a feel for the region’s wine, food, farms, and people, not just a collection of tasting notes.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately seven hours. It begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends back at the meeting point.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The stated meeting point is 1 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River WA 6285. The activity finishes back at the meeting point.

Is pickup available?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered from in-town locations in Margaret River.

How many people can join the tour?

The tour has a maximum of 11 participants.

Are lunch and morning tea included?

Yes. Morning tea includes scones with jam and cream, plus locally roasted coffee or tea. Lunch at Olio Bello is also included.

Are wine tastings included?

Yes. Wine tastings at the three boutique wineries are included.

Are drinks with lunch included?

Only water is included during lunch. Other drinks must be paid for separately.

Can children join the tour?

Most people can participate, and children can join. Children under seven years old must sit in a child seat.