Questions before we hit the road?

Makin' Tracks is an adult-only tour and private charter business taking small groups from Melbourne to some of Victoria's best food, wine, wildlife, nature and entertainment experiences.

Our scheduled tours depart from Spring Street in central Melbourne. Your booking confirmation will provide the exact meeting point and departure instructions.

Yes. Makin' Tracks is strictly 18+ only. There are no children or under-18s on our scheduled tours, private tours or charters.

Scheduled tours can be booked online through our booking system. Choose your tour, select your date and number of passengers, and follow the booking instructions. For private tours and charters, contact us directly.

Scheduled tours start from $170 per person. Private tours and charters are individually priced based on group size, itinerary, duration and requirements.

We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for weekends and peak tourist periods.

Absolutely. Scheduled tours are designed for individual bookings, couples and smaller groups. You'll join other adults looking for a great day out.

Each tour page clearly explains its inclusions. Scheduled tours generally include return transport from Melbourne CBD, a driver/host and the experiences specifically listed on the tour page.

Lunch costs are not generally included. We've chosen to keep lunch flexible because everyone eats differently. We'll take you to the venue and you can choose what you'd like and purchase it directly.

Yes, wine tastings are included where stated on the individual tour page. Some venues may offer additional tastings or purchases at your own expense.

We specialise in small-group experiences, so you're not spending your day on a huge coach with dozens of people. Private charters can accommodate larger adult groups depending on the specific booking.

For scheduled tours, please don't bring your own alcohol onto the bus unless we've specifically advised that it's permitted for that particular tour. You'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy drinks at the venues we visit.

Light snacks and water are fine. Please avoid anything messy or strongly scented.

Accessibility depends on the vehicle and booking. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us before booking so we can discuss what's possible.

We recommend taking your purchases with you when leaving the bus. Makin' Tracks can't accept responsibility for personal belongings left behind.

Our tours operate in most weather conditions. If severe weather affects an activity or venue, we'll make alternative arrangements where possible. We recommend bringing a jacket and checking the forecast before you head out.

We monitor emergency service advice and may not run tours on days of exceptionally high fire risk. We'll give you as much notice as possible if a tour needs to be cancelled or rescheduled.

We aim to follow the advertised itinerary, but occasionally venues, weather, traffic or other circumstances may require changes. Where we need to make a change, we'll aim to provide an experience of a similar standard.

Scheduled tours use carefully selected venues and may vary depending on availability. If there's somewhere specific you'd like to visit, a private or bespoke tour is the better option.

Absolutely. Our tours make it easy for visitors to experience regional Victoria without needing to hire a car. Our Yarra Valley Wine & Australian Wildlife tour is particularly suited to international visitors wanting to experience Australian wildlife alongside Victoria's famous wine region.

No. Meet us in Melbourne CBD, jump on the bus and we'll take care of the driving.

That's perfectly fine. You don't need to be a wine expert to enjoy our tours. We're here to introduce you to the region, the producers and the experiences, not give you a wine exam!

Yes. Please let us know about any dietary requirements when you book so we can help you choose an appropriate lunch option.

Well... that's entirely up to you! Just remember, we're driving. Our tastings are about discovering great Yarra Valley wines, not trying to set a personal drinking record.

Yes. Your Makin' Tracks tour includes entry to Healesville Sanctuary, so you can simply arrive and enjoy your day.

We allow approximately three hours at Healesville Sanctuary, giving you plenty of time to explore the trails, see Australia's incredible wildlife and catch some of the daily keeper talks and presentations.

Yes. Koala Experiences can be booked as an optional extra when available. They are subject to availability and an additional fee, and can be selected at booking.

Lunch isn't included in your tour price. After your time at the Sanctuary, we'll take you to one of our selected Yarra Valley wineries for a tasting and lunch. The tasting is included in your tour price; lunch is purchased directly at the venue on the day.

The tour departs from Spring Street, central Melbourne at 8:45am. We expect to arrive back in Melbourne at approximately 6:00pm, depending on traffic and the timing of the day's stops.

Healesville Sanctuary has accessible paths, toilets and facilities, and accessible parking is available close to the entrance. However, the Sanctuary is a large outdoor site with some sloping and uneven paths, so guests with mobility concerns should consider their individual requirements and contact us before booking if they have specific needs.

Scheduled tours can be booked online. Choose your tour, date and number of passengers, then follow the booking instructions.

Changes to tour date should be requested at least 72 hours before the tour and are subject to availability. Where Makin' Tracks has prepaid non-refundable third-party costs on your behalf, including attraction tickets, tastings or meals, those costs may be deducted from any refund.

If Makin' Tracks needs to cancel a scheduled tour due to circumstances beyond our control, we'll contact guests as soon as possible and explain the available options.