When: Friday, at 2pm
Duration: 1.5–2 hours approximately
Chocolate tasting summary: Haigh's Chocolates, Chocolate Secret, Chokolait, Koko Black and Laurent Boulangerie Patisserie (afternoon tea)
Cost: $37 (all-inclusive); view details

Bookings (essential): request your booking online or phone 03 9686 4655

History and chocolate combine in a melting pot to give those visiting Melbourne a delicious taste of life in the city. Enjoy Belgian-style chocolates, hot or iced chocolate, cakes at a French café...

Tour highlights (itinerary may be changed without notice – read more)

The afternoon begins at Haigh's Chocolates in The Block Arcade, the most elegant arcade in Melbourne. Here we combine tastings with an insight into the history of the family who has dedicated its last four generations from 1915 to the making of chocolate.

Next the tour goes to Chocolate Secret, still on Collins Street. Chocolate Secret's mission is to create luxurious European-style hand-crafted chocolates and novel filled biscuits.

A few steps now lead us to the Royal Arcade, the oldest arcade in Melbourne, home to the chocolate world of Koko Black. Chat to its chocolatier, soak up the atmosphere of this exquisite salon and taste one of their handcrafted chocolates. It is time for afternoon tea at Laurent Boulangerie Patisserie, one of the most stylish cafes in Melbourne. Hot chocolate, tea or coffee and one of their rich French cake creations.

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When – Friday, at 2pm; this tour can be arranged on weekdays for groups (conditions apply and locations may be changed due to their availability on weekdays)
Tours occur throughout the year, in all weather conditions

Meeting time – Friday tours: 1.50pm (for a 2pm start)

Meeting point – Outside Haigh's Chocolates, in The Block Arcade, Melbourne. Enter the arcade via Collins or Elizabeth Street, and follow the corridor for 30 metres; print instructions

Tour size – The maximum number is 26 participants (individuals and groups are welcome; note: you don't need to have a group to join us). Due to some tour stops, the tours are not wheelchair or pram friendly

Cost – $37 (all-inclusive; adults or children – adults with children from 6 years of age must pay for the kids)
Booking essential – contact us; to request booking online, use our booking form

Payment – After availability of places is confirmed, payment (prior to the tour) can be made by MasterCard or Visa by telephone (03 9686 4655 or 0412 158 017) or online; alternatively, send a cheque or money order to 145/28 Southgate Avenue, Southbank, VIC, 3006 (attach a note with your name, tour date and tour name)

Recipients of gift vouchers should quote their voucher number when booking a tour (note: we cannot accept expired vouchers)

What to take/wear – Comfortable shoes, umbrella and bottle of water

Extra gift – Joining us to celebrate an important occasion or planning to add a special touch to your tour? Request a gift pack with your booking! There are 3 options available (items cannot be sold separately) for an additional cost, and the pack is given to the recipient(s) on their tour day:

View photos of the gift packs (link opens a pop up window)

• option A – a box with 8 chocolates from one of Melbourne's top chocolatiers and a specially made badge with the words "I'm a chocoholic" – $20 each
• option B – 2 bag tags (with images of chocolate bars) and a specially made badge with the words "I'm a chocoholic" – $20 each
• option C – a box with 8 chocolates from one of Melbourne's top chocolatiers, a badge with the words "I'm a chocoholic" and 2 bag tags (with images of chocolate bars) – $35 each

Orientation for groups (hen parties, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.)

• Before sending invitations, contact us to check availability
• Ask us to make reservations for your group
• Pay for the whole group when confirming your participation (instead of individual payments)
• Private tours on Saturdays can be arranged only if your group has at least 26 participants (groups with fewer people will be joined by other chocoholics)
• Please contact Chocoholic Tours if you have any questions

For the bride who wants to look as sweet as chocolate, contact Maren Holm (0416 636 767; marenholm [at] me.com) for your make up and beauty needs on your big day!

Cancellation policy

• If you cancel your booking up to five (5) business days before the booked walk, you can book another tour (subject to availability) or request a refund.
• If you cancel your booking less than five (5) business days before the booked walk, you can transfer it to another person (a friend or relative, for example), but you are committed to the original booked date and tour. No refund is given.

View the policy applicable to gift vouchers only.

Gift voucher
Gift vouchers ($37 each) are available, and the lucky chocoholics can choose this tour or any other chocolate walk that tempts their taste buds.

Enquiries
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Chocoholic Tours has created a special tour for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival in March 2012. Inspired by the beauty of Melbourne,
A Chocolate Mouthful will encompass all aspects of chocolate, from the consumption to the technicalities of artisan products. Join us!

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