Perth Hills Bickley Valley Wine Tours
Perth Hills Bickley Valley Wine Tours - and Cellar Doors
Step off the tourist trail and into Western Australia’s most underrated wine region. Boutique cellar doors, direct winemaker access, and cooler-climate wines you won’t find anywhere else in Perth.
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Why the Perth Hills Bickley Valley Region?
When most people think of Perth wine tours, they think of the Swan Valley. And that is understandable – it is well-known, easily accessible and genuinely excellent. But experienced wine drinkers and curious travellers know there is a second Perth wine region that consistently surprises: the Perth Hills Bickley Valley.
The Perth Hills Bickley Valley region sits higher up than the Swan Valley, in the Darling Range. The cooler growing conditions produce wines with more structure and better acidity. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling do really well here, which isn’t what most people expect from Perth wine country.
The region is small by design. There are no coach tours running buses up here. A lot of the cellar doors only open on weekends or by appointment, so it genuinely feels exclusive, and not because it’s expensive.
Our guided Perth Hills Bickley Valley tours sort all of that for you. We handle the bookings and take you to the producers doing the most interesting work up there.
Higher Altitude
Cooler climate, more structure
45 min
From Perth CBD
Boutique
No crowds. No coaches.
Perth Hills Bickley Valley Cellar Doors on Our Tours
The Perth Hills Bickley Valley wine region is small by design. We rotate our cellar-door selection based on seasonal availability, but these are the producers at the heart of our Perth Hills Bickley Valley wine tour programme.
Perth Hills Bickley Valley Wine Tour - What to Expect
The Perth Hills Bickley Valley tour is an intimate, unhurried experience. Fewer venues, more depth at each one.
11:00
AM
Perth CBD Pickup
Your guide collects you from Perth CBD or your nominated meeting point as we head into the Darling Range for a day in the Perth Hills Bickley Valley.
11:45
AM
First Cellar Door – Lawnbrook Estate
Arrival at our first producer. A longer stay here allows your guide to explain how the altitude and soil types of the Perth Hills Bickley Valley differ from the Swan Valley.
12:45
PM
Core Cider House
A visit to Core Cider House for a tasting flight of estate ciders—a refreshing contrast and a genuine Perth Hills Bickley Valley experience.
1:45
PM
Lunch in the Hills
A relaxed lunch at one of the region’s beloved venues. We select settings that reflect the Perth Hills Bickley Valley character. (Note: Tasting fees and lunch are not included in the charter price).
3:15
PM
Plume Estate & Final Tastings
The afternoon allows guests to compare styles at Plume Estate and spend time with winemakers. A perfect way to experience the serenity of the Bickley Valley.
4:30
PM
Scenic Return via Bickley Valley Road
The drive back to Perth takes in the most scenic roads in the Darling Range—a beautiful end to the day.
5:00 PM
Return to Perth CBD
Drop-off at your nominated Perth CBD hotel or meeting point.
What's Included, Perth Hills Bickley Valley Wine Tour
Included:
Return transport from Perth CBD
Licensed local guide
3 Venues on all tours (Tastings not included – Approx $10pp)
Small group maximum 14 guests
BYO is accepted on all our vehicles
Perth Hills Bickley Valley vs Swan Valley - Which Wine Tour Is Right for You?
Both regions are outstanding. The right choice depends on what you are looking for.
Swan Valley | Perth Hills Bickley Valley | |
Distance from Perth | ~30 minutes | ~45 minutes |
Wine style | Bold Shiraz, Verdelho, wide variety | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling – cooler climate |
Number of venues | 40+ producers | Smaller, boutique selection |
Crowd level | Moderate to busy on weekends | Quiet – no coach tours |
Best for | First-timers, variety seekers, groups | Wine enthusiasts, repeat visitors, couples |
Includes cider? | Yes – Funk Brewshed | Yes – Core Cider House |
Lunch options | Wide range of venues | More intimate, locally-focused |
Can’t decide? Many guests book both tours on separate occasions – the experience is genuinely different enough to justify a return visit.
Perth Hills Bickley Valley Wine Tour - Common Questions
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Discover Perth's Most Underrated Wine Region
Book a guided Perth Hills Bickley Valley wine tour – boutique cellar doors, Core Cider House and scenery you won’t believe is only 45 minutes from the city.
