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Canungra Valley Vineyards
Scenic Rim & Tamborine Mountain · Gold Coast Wine Region
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Gold Coast
Wine
Cellar Door Tours

4–6 premium cellar doors per day across the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain — guided tastings, optional gourmet lunch, and expert wine commentary through Queensland's finest wine country.

🍷4–6 cellar doors
⏱Full day · 9 hours
👥Max 11 guests
🚐Transport included
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Gold Coast's Wine Regions

Queensland's
Finest Cellar Doors

The Gold Coast's hinterland wine regions are Queensland's best-kept secret. Two hours from the tourist strip that most visitors never leave, the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain plateau are producing wines that have been winning international awards — cool-climate varieties grown in volcanic soils at elevation, with a character and terroir entirely their own.

Cooee Tours has been running wine tours through this region for more than 30 years. Our relationships with the winery owners and winemakers are genuine — many of our guests get access to barrel tastings, winemaker introductions, and behind-the-scenes cellar visits that simply aren't available to walk-in visitors. Our small groups (maximum 11 guests) mean you experience each cellar door as a guest, not a tourist.

The Scenic Rim tour region is a two-hour world away from the Gold Coast's beaches — 525-metre elevation, cool mountain air, volcanic soils, and an atmosphere of unhurried hospitality that makes each cellar door visit feel like a private privilege rather than a scheduled stop.

🍇 What Makes Our Wine Tours Different

Luxury Transport Included
Modern air-conditioned vehicles with Gold Coast hotel pickup and drop-off. No parking, no logistics, no designated driver — just pure enjoyment at each cellar door.
Expert Wine Guide
Knowledgeable guides with extensive wine expertise and personal relationships with winery owners. Genuine insight into Queensland viticulture and regional terroir.
Premium Cellar Doors
Exclusive access to boutique estate vineyards across the Scenic Rim — producers like Witches Falls, O'Reilly's Canungra Valley and Albert River.
Gourmet Lunch Options
Optional 2-course, 3-course with wine pairing, or gourmet picnic lunch at premium winery restaurants featuring Scenic Rim farm produce.
Private Tour Available
Fully bespoke private wine tours for couples, celebrations and corporate groups. Customise wineries, lunch and timing entirely to your preferences.
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessible vehicles and inclusive cellar door experiences arranged at all wineries. Please advise requirements at booking.

Luxury Transport

Modern air-conditioned coach with hotel pickup from the Gold Coast. No parking stress at any winery.

Expert Wine Guide

30+ years of Gold Coast wine region expertise and genuine winery relationships that open doors no guidebook can.

Small Groups

Maximum 11 guests per tour — intimate cellar door experiences without the crowds of coach groups.

Scenic Rim Views

Sweeping vistas across World Heritage rainforests and mountain ranges between every cellar door.

Premium Cellar Doors

Six Estate Vineyards
Worth the Journey

Our winery selection combines the Scenic Rim's pioneering producers with Tamborine Mountain's cool-climate boutique estates — each with a distinct character, terroir and story.

O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards estate vineyard with mountain backdrop Scenic Rim Est. 2004 Scenic Rim

O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards

Nestled in the picturesque Canungra Valley, this historic estate delivers premium cellar door tastings with sweeping views across the Scenic Rim mountain ranges. The O'Reilly family brings generations of hinterland heritage to their boutique winery — one of the region's most celebrated producers.

Verdelho Shiraz Chardonnay
  • Award-winning Verdelho and Shiraz estate wines
  • Panoramic mountain and valley views from the cellar door
  • Family-run with rich O'Reilly heritage story
Witches Falls Winery Tamborine Mountain cellar door — first commercial winery in region Est. 2000 Tamborine Mtn

Witches Falls Winery

Tamborine Mountain's pioneering winery — the region's first commercial producer and still its most acclaimed. Specialising in cool-climate varieties grown at 525-metre elevation, Witches Falls delivers an enchanting cellar door experience in a magical rainforest setting that surprises every first-time visitor.

Wild Ferment Chardonnay Pinot Noir Verdelho
  • Tamborine Mountain's first commercial winery
  • Award-winning Wild Ferment Chardonnay
  • Surrounded by pristine national park rainforest
Cedar Creek Estate Winery Tamborine Mountain vineyard golden sunset Est. 2000 Tamborine Mtn

Cedar Creek Estate Winery

A premier estate in the heart of Tamborine Mountain, Cedar Creek has been producing exceptional wines since 2000. Their expansive cellar door offers sweeping views across the Gold Coast hinterland, with a comprehensive food and wine pairing program that makes every visit a full afternoon.

Chambourcin Verdelho Chardonnay
  • Expansive cellar door with hinterland valley vistas
  • Gourmet food and wine pairing experiences
  • Beautiful estate gardens for relaxed enjoyment
Mount Nathan Winery boutique cellar door Gold Coast hinterland tasting room Family-Owned Scenic Rim

Mount Nathan Winery

A boutique family-owned producer in the Gold Coast hinterland delivering intimate cellar door experiences in a genuinely relaxed atmosphere. Their small-batch, handcrafted wines have an exceptional character — the kind of artisan production that only survives in the hands of devoted family winemakers.

Fortifieds Liqueurs Shiraz
  • Family-owned boutique small-batch production
  • Specialty liqueurs and fortified wines
  • Charming rustic cellar door setting
Albert River Winery Scenic Rim riverside estate vineyard Gold Coast Riverside Estate Scenic Rim

Albert River Winery

Set alongside the pristine Albert River in the Scenic Rim, this innovative winery combines traditional techniques with modern winemaking philosophy. Their riverside cellar door is one of the region's most photogenic settings — sweeping river views and relaxed outdoor tasting areas create an experience that rewards a slow afternoon.

Sauvignon Blanc Rosé Chambourcin
  • Spectacular riverside estate location
  • Award-winning Sauvignon Blanc and rosé
  • Relaxed outdoor tasting areas with river picnic spots
Sarabah Wines boutique sustainable cellar door Scenic Rim estate vineyard Sustainable Scenic Rim

Sarabah Wines

A hidden gem in the Scenic Rim — a boutique producer dedicated to sustainable viticulture and quality-focused winemaking with a genuine educational philosophy. Sarabah's intimate cellar door provides authentic, unhurried access to winemakers who are proud to explain every decision behind every bottle.

Cool-Climate Varietals Small Batch
  • Sustainable and biodynamic viticulture practices
  • Educational tastings with passionate winemakers
  • Unique cool-climate varietals in peaceful estate setting
Day Schedule

Your Full Day
Wine Tour

A carefully curated 9-hour journey through the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain wine regions — timed to arrive at each cellar door when it's at its best.

Full Day Cellar Door Programme

Gold Coast departure · 9 hours
8:30
AM

🚐 Departure from Gold Coast

Pickup from Gold Coast accommodation. Travel in luxury comfort as your expert wine guide shares insights about the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain regions, the cool-climate viticulture story, and what to expect at each cellar door. Brisbane (Roma Street) pickups also available.

9:45
AM

🍷 First Cellar Door — Morning Tasting

Begin your tasting journey at a premier estate such as Witches Falls Winery or Cedar Creek Estate. Sample 4–6 wines while learning about cool-climate viticulture, Tamborine Mountain terroir, and the winery's unique story — in an unhurried, intimate atmosphere.

11:00
AM

🍇 Second Winery — Estate Varieties

Continue to another exceptional cellar door. Guided tastings of premium estate varieties, exploration of the vineyard, and the unique characteristics of Gold Coast cool-climate wines with insights from your guide and the winery team.

12:30
PM

🍽️ Gourmet Lunch (Optional Upgrade)

2-course or 3-course lunch at a winery restaurant featuring fresh Scenic Rim produce, farm-to-table cooking and optional wine pairings. Gourmet picnic option also available for casual vineyard dining. See lunch options below.

2:00
PM

🏞️ Scenic Rim Drive — Photo Stops

Journey through the breathtaking Scenic Rim with photo stops at lookouts over World Heritage rainforest and mountain ranges. Your guide shares stories about the volcanic geology, indigenous history, and natural heritage of this extraordinary region.

2:45
PM

🍷 Third Cellar Door — Afternoon Tasting

Discover another premium winery such as O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards or Albert River Winery. Afternoon tastings, winemaker introductions, and the opportunity to purchase favourite bottles for direct cellar-door shipping home.

4:00
PM

🍇 Final Winery — Farewell Tasting

Complete your full day with a final cellar door. Many tours include a fourth winery, allowing the full diversity of Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain wines to be savoured at a leisurely pace before the return journey.

5:00
PM

🚐 Return — Gold Coast Drop-Off

Return journey via mountain roads with sunset views across the valleys. Arrive back at Gold Coast accommodation by approximately 5:30pm. Your guide can recommend dinner options based on your day's discoveries.

* Itinerary varies by tour date, winery availability and group preferences. Private tours can be fully customised to specific wineries and timings.

Gourmet Options

Choose Your
Lunch Experience

Enhance your wine tour with an exceptional food experience — from a casual vineyard picnic to a fully matched 3-course winery restaurant meal with sommelier wine pairings.

🍽️ Two-Course Lunch

A delicious midday meal at a premium winery restaurant
From
$215
per person
  • Choice of entrée or main course
  • Seasonal menu featuring Scenic Rim produce
  • Grass-fed beef, lamb and fresh local seafood
  • Vegetarian and dietary options available
  • Vineyard or mountain views while dining
  • Perfect for lighter appetites or those wanting to pace their tasting

🍷 3-Course with Wine Pairing

The ultimate food and wine experience — our signature option
From
$285
per person
  • Entrée, main course, and dessert
  • Matched estate wine pairings with each course
  • Chef's seasonal selection of Scenic Rim specialties
  • Artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and local chocolate
  • Sommelier commentary and tasting notes
  • Leisurely 2-hour dining experience at vineyard restaurant
  • Most popular option for celebrations and private groups

🧺 Gourmet Vineyard Picnic

Casual outdoor dining at estate vineyards with a view
From
$165
per person
  • Artisan bread, aged cheeses and charcuterie
  • Fresh local salads and seasonal fruit
  • Gourmet wraps or sandwiches with Scenic Rim fillings
  • Local chocolates and sweet pastries
  • Enjoyed at vineyard picnic areas with mountain views
  • Flexible timing — graze between cellar door visits
  • BYO a bottle from your morning tastings (recommended)

🌟 Featured Lunch Venues

  • Witches Falls Winery Restaurant: Farm-to-table dining with stunning Tamborine Mountain views and estate wine pairings from the on-site vineyard.
  • Cedar Creek Estate Café: Contemporary Australian cuisine showcasing Scenic Rim produce in the beautiful estate gardens.
  • O'Reilly's Vineyard Pavilion: Relaxed bistro-style meals with panoramic Canungra Valley vistas — the most spectacular setting in the region.
  • Mason Wines Kitchen: Seasonal gourmet platters and matched wine menus in the heart of Tamborine Mountain wine country.
Queensland's Premier Wine Country

Discover
The Scenic Rim

Queensland's premier wine country — a breathtaking ring of dramatic volcanic mountain ranges and World Heritage-listed rainforest valleys. This spectacular region produces exceptional cool-climate wines just 90 minutes from the Gold Coast coast.

✨ Volcanic Terroir

Ancient volcanic soils and high elevation create ideal cool-climate conditions for premium varietals not possible in Queensland's coastal heat.

🏞️ Six National Parks

World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests surround the wine estates — our tours include scenic drives through protected wilderness areas.

🍷 15+ Cellar Doors

Over 15 boutique estates producing internationally recognised wines — including pioneering producers like Witches Falls and Canungra Valley.

🍴 Farm-to-Table Dining

Renowned Scenic Rim produce — grass-fed beef, artisan cheeses, seasonal vegetables — celebrated in every winery restaurant we visit.

🏔️ Tamborine Mountain

The crown jewel of the region — cool-climate viticulture at 525 metres elevation producing wines unlike anything from the Queensland plains.

😌 Intimate Scale

Family-owned wineries, no bus groups, no corporate cellar doors. The Scenic Rim maintains an unhurried, personal character that larger regions have lost.

Scenic Rim dramatic mountain ranges and World Heritage rainforest valleys Gold Coast wine region
Exclusive Experiences

Bespoke
Private Wine Tours

Complete flexibility for couples, celebrations and corporate groups. Your dedicated guide, your chosen wineries, your pace.

Our private wine tours offer everything our group tours deliver — and then complete freedom on top of that. Choose your specific wineries, your departure time, your lunch venue, and the pace of your day. Your dedicated guide builds personal relationships with the winemakers on your behalf, arranging access to barrel tastings and behind-the-scenes visits that group tours simply cannot offer.

Private tours are particularly popular for anniversary and birthday celebrations, corporate entertaining, wine enthusiast groups wanting deeper winemaker access, and couples who simply prefer a day with no strangers — just the guide, the wine, and each other.

🎯 Fully Customisable

Choose your preferred wineries, lunch venue and departure times. Focus on Tamborine Mountain, explore deeper into the Scenic Rim, or mix both.

👥 Intimate Experience

Perfect for couples celebrating anniversaries, small friend groups or corporate entertaining. Exclusive cellar door access without the group dynamic.

⏰ Flexible Schedule

Spend more time at favourite wineries or add extra stops. Your private tour adapts entirely to your pace and interests.

🍷 Winemaker Access

Dedicated guide arranges barrel tastings, winery tours and winemaker introductions not available on standard group tours.

Optional Private Tour Add-Ons:

  • Extended barrel tasting sessions with winemakers
  • Behind-the-scenes vineyard and cellar production tour
  • Premium 3-course matched lunch at selected winery restaurant
  • Cheese and artisan chocolate factory visits in Tamborine Mountain
  • Professional photography services
  • Customised gift hampers with regional wines and produce
Private Wine Tours
Reserve Your Exclusive Experience
Contact our team to design your perfect private wine tour through the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain.
  • 07 5551 7730
  • bookings@cooeetours.com.au
  • Available 7 days a week
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Booking Details

Everything You Need
to Know

Tour Schedule

Pickup: 8:30am from Gold Coast accommodation
Return: 5:00–5:30pm
Duration: approximately 9 hours
Brisbane pickup also available

Group Size

Maximum 11 guests for an intimate cellar door atmosphere. Private tours available from 2 to 50+ guests with full customisation.

What's Included

Luxury transport, 4–6 cellar door tastings, expert wine guide, national park scenic drives. Lunch is an optional upgrade ($215–$285pp).

Pricing

Standard tour from $165pp
With 2-course lunch from $215pp
With 3-course + pairing from $285pp
Private tours — contact for quote

Availability

Tours operate Wednesday to Sunday. Additional days available for private tours. Advance booking recommended — tours fill quickly on weekends.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible vehicles available. Most cellar doors have accessible facilities. Please advise at time of booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes — some cellar door gardens have uneven ground
  • Sun protection: hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Light jacket — mountains are 5–10°C cooler than the coast
  • Camera for Scenic Rim views and vineyard scenery
  • Cash or card for wine purchases at cellar doors
  • Reusable water bottle — we stay hydrated between tastings

Important Information

  • Minimum age: 18 years — valid ID required at all cellar doors
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol applies throughout the tour
  • Tours operate in most weather conditions — Scenic Rim is beautiful in the rain
  • Vegetarian and all dietary requirements fully catered for
  • Wine purchases can be arranged for cellar door shipping to your address
  • Cancellation policy: 48 hours notice required for full refund
Questions Answered

Gold Coast Wine Tour
FAQ

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Your Gold Coast
Wine Day

Join thousands of satisfied guests who have discovered Queensland's finest cellar doors with Cooee Tours. Award-winning wine experiences, expert guides, and every detail handled since 1974.

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