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Chocolate taste walk
photo of chocolates from Cacao Fine Chocolatesphoto of the Royal Arcade in Melbournephoto of chocolates from Cacao Fine Chocolates
When: Sunday, at 12pm
Duration: 1.5–2 hours approximately
Chocolate tasting summary: Cacao Fine Chocolates, Koko Black, Haigh's Chocolates, Chocolateria San Churro, Theobroma Chocolate Lounge (afternoon tea)
Cost: $37 (all-inclusive); view details

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

An irresistible menu for your Sunday lunch: history, architecture and, of course, chocolate – French, Belgian, Australian and Spanish style!

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

This scrumptious walking tour commences in the architectural and historical icon in Melbourne – the GPO. The former General Post Office has emerged as one of the latest hip shopping precincts and now as a chocolate hot spot. Cacao Fine Chocolates is in the heart of the city and we will taste its uniquely handmade creations using traditional French principles.

Our next visit is the also historical Royal Arcade, where our chocolate taste buds will be tempted by the creations of Koko Black. If fortune is on our side, a chocolatier will display some of the chocolate making techniques they employ and may even come out to answer some questions.

After absorbing the beauty and splendor of the GPO and Royal Arcade, our journey leads us to Haigh's Chocolates on Swanston Street. 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.

With taste buds in check, we head off to QV and Chocolateria San Churro, home of the Spanish doughnut. The next tasting on our journey has doughnuts with spiced chocolate dipping sauce! The aromas alone will make your mouth water...

To make things even better, we finish our walking tour with afternoon tea at Theobroma (the botanical name for the cacao plant) Chocolate Lounge in Melbourne Central. The chance to recharge the batteries with a delicious drink and afternoon tea is on offer!

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When – Sunday, at 12pm; 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 – Sunday tours: 11.50pm (for a 12pm start)

map of the meeting placeMeeting point – Cacao Fine Chocolates kiosk, GPO, corner of Bourke Street Mall and Elizabeth Street (enter the building via Bourke Street Mall); 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
Pease contact Chocoholic Tours (also check the frequently asked questions)