Wine Tour in Perth for curious travellers
No tourist traps. No rushed itineraries.
Step away from the crowds and experience Perth with fresh eyes. From hidden wineries and boutique producers to peaceful nature walks and rich cultural encounters.
Where Wine Stories Begin
From the heart of Perth, we guide you off the tourist track into Swan Valley and beyond, one glass, one story at a time. Sideways Tours are crafted for curious travellers who seek more than just photos. We bring together fine wine, regional flavours, rich culture, and pristine nature in immersive, small-group experiences that reveal the soul of Western Australia. Whether you’re exploring WA for the first time or returning to discover it more deeply, you’ll find authenticity, warmth, and connection in every moment.
Our Tours
A Full Day of Flavour and Discovery
Swan Valley Wine Tour
Join us for a 7-hour escape through the rolling vineyards and hidden gems of Swan Valley.
You’ll visit three handpicked wineries for intimate tastings, enjoy a gourmet lunch, indulge in a cheese platter, and explore a boutique chocolate producer.
What makes this journey truly unique?
Your guide, a passionate storyteller with deep knowledge of Western Australia’s wine culture, brings each stop to life with tales of tradition, terroir, and local legends you won’t find in guidebooks.
A fully personalised, exclusive wine experience
Private Wine Tour
Duration: 2 to 8 hours (flexible)
The Sideways Promise, step off the beaten track and discover a warm, elegant, and unforgettable journey, crafted entirely around your tastes, your pace, and your desires.
Your private guide, passionate and knowledgeable, opens the doors to the most authentic and hidden gems of the Swan Valley, for a truly immersive and intimate experience.
An intimate Wine Experience in the heart of the city
Wine Bar Tastings & Masterclasses
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
Not just a tour, a curated tasting experience.
Join us at a selected wine bar for a guided wine tasting led by your host, a seasoned wine expert with over 14 years of experience in the Australian wine scene.
You’ll explore a handpicked selection of wines, each introduced with insight and storytelling, and paired with a gourmet cheese and charcuterie board.
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A fully personalised, exclusive wine experience
Meet our team
At the heart of every Sideways Tour is your guide, Thierry a passionate storyteller who spent over 14 years running Fremantle’s beloved Whisper Wine Bar.
With deep knowledge of Western Australia’s wine culture, a hands-on background in tasting, serving, and exploring wines from around the world, he brings each stop to life with intuition, warmth, and a rare gift for sharing what makes a wine and a place, truly memorable.
His approach is genuine and down-to-earth, blending stories of terroir and tradition with humour, curiosity, and personal insight. Whether it’s your first time in WA or a return visit, you’ll see the region through fresh eyes — and with a deeper connection to the wines you taste.