Wine for Dudes Margaret River Wine & Beer Adventure (departs Margaret River)

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A fun, relaxed and informative Margaret River wine and beer tour with Wine for Dudes, including their own wine blending experience, where you create your own blend to enjoy with lunch. The crew have been touring the Margaret River wine region since 2003.

Days

About 6 hours, 10:30am to 5pm

Group size

Group tour

Start / finish

Margaret River, or Dunsborough, Yallingup or Busselton / your start
Your accommodation, about 5pm

Return

Your accommodation, about 5pm

Transport

Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation

Meals

Lunch of woodfired pizzas and sides at a winery restaurant, with a glass of your own blend

Route

Map of Wine for Dudes Margaret River Wine & Beer Adventure (departs Margaret River)

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Included experiences

Three boutique wineries — wine tastings
Wine blending — make your own blend
Winery restaurant — lunch
Local producer — chocolate or olive oil tasting
Micro-brewery — end of day drinks

Wine for Dudes Margaret River Wine & Beer Adventure (departs Margaret River)

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MORNING: PICK-UP AND INTO THE VINES

The crew collects you from your accommodation, either around Margaret River or around Dunsborough, Yallingup and Busselton, depending on the option you book. The tour itself starts at about 10:30am. The route changes every day, so the crew picks the venues and you find out on the road. That's part of the fun. Margaret River's wine story is young: in 1965 a scientist's report likened its climate to Bordeaux, and the first commercial vines went in at Vasse Felix in 1967.

LATE MORNING: THREE BOUTIQUE CELLAR DOORS

Over the day you taste at three award-winning boutique wineries, and every tasting fee is already paid. These are small family places, where the person pouring often knows the vines by name. Ask questions; the whole point of the day is to take the posh out of wine. The Margaret River wine region sits on a cape with ocean on three sides, and those sea breezes keep summers mild. That's why it is best known for Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.

LUNCH: BLEND YOUR OWN RED

Then it's your turn to be the winemaker. You taste several red varietals side by side and see how each one changes the finished wine, then mix your own blend in the proportions you like. Most of the world's great reds, from Bordeaux to many of Margaret River's best, are blends rather than single grapes, so this is how the real thing is made. Your creation comes with you to lunch at a winery restaurant: a spread of woodfired pizzas and sides, with a glass of your own wine.

AFTERNOON: CHOCOLATE OR OLIVE OIL, THEN A COLD ONE

After lunch the day turns to food, with tastings at a local gourmet producer of chocolate or olive oil. The last stop is a local micro-brewery, where a cleansing ale tastes very good after a day of wine (drinks here are at your own cost). The region has a busy craft beer scene of its own, with breweries scattered between the vineyards. Then the crew drops you back at your door at around 5pm.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Pick-up from your accommodation or address in the Margaret River area (including Margaret River, Prevelly, Gnarabup, Cowaramup, Gracetown, Witchcliffe, Burnside and Metricup), or in the Dunsborough and Busselton areas (including Yallingup, Dunsborough, Abbey, Quindalup, and south of the Busselton Jetty).
Departure time: About 10:30am, returning about 5pm, daily.
Dietary needs: Most dietary requirements can be catered for; please tell us when you book.
Please note: Travelling with friends who booked separately? Let us know when you book — vehicles from Margaret River are different to those from Dunsborough and Busselton, and there are often several vehicles from each place, so we can make sure you're on the same vehicle and going to the same venues. Car seats are not provided, but all vehicles have car seat anchor points; tell us when you book if you're bringing one, so extra time can be allowed at pick-up.

What is included

Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation or address in the Margaret River area (including Margaret River, Prevelly, Gnarabup, Cowaramup, Gracetown, Witchcliffe, Burnside and Metricup), or in the Dunsborough and Busselton areas (including Yallingup, Dunsborough, Abbey, Quindalup, and south of the Busselton Jetty)
Wine tastings at three award-winning boutique wineries
Wine blending experience
Lunch at a winery restaurant, with a glass of your own blended wine
Tastings at a local food producer (chocolate or olive oil)

Not included

Drinks at the micro-brewery

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

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What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

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Private tours and families

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If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

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If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

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Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

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Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

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If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.

Reviews

5.0

Based on 54 reviews

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Travellers consistently praise the guides for being knowledgeable, entertaining and friendly, with many noting the welcoming atmosphere and ease of meeting new people on the tour. The selection of venues stands out most often, with visitors highlighting the mix of small family-run wineries, breweries, chocolate makers and other local attractions, as well as the quality of the lunch and the beautiful scenery of the Margaret River region. The tour represents excellent value for money and is suitable for mixed groups including families, though no significant criticisms or caveats are evident across the reviews provided.

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(5/5)

It was our first time wine tasting and it never felt intimidating. Mark was a great guide and we loved trying different wines around Margaret River.

Daniella Regan Verified· Travelled 25th October 2026

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(5/5)

I just did the tour with Peter and it was excellent, with great wineries, a brewery and a chocolatier. A small but fantastic group.

Sonya Neumeister Verified· Travelled 23rd October 2026

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(5/5)

A small group of mates and I did a Sunday wine and brewery tour with Taz and it was epic. It's our third or fourth trip with them, organised, friendly and fun, and Taz was a legend.

Carl Palmer Verified· Travelled 22nd October 2026

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(5/5)

Fran was a great guide. Plenty to eat and drink all day, very organised, and a great choice of wineries.

Bethan Jones Verified· Travelled 15th October 2026

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(5/5)

Mark was amazing and the service superb. I'd recommend it to anyone wanting a wine tour.

Riley Hansen Verified· Travelled 10th October 2026

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(5/5)

Great wine and great company, and Mark was an informative, great guide.

Josh Downes Verified· Travelled 7th October 2026

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