Craft beer fans, this day is built for you. This full-day Perth beer tour strings together five local breweries with a set driver, so you can taste a lot without worrying about getting home. You also get 25+ beer tastings (including 11 from Two Up Brewery) plus an included lunch that keeps the pacing realistic.

What I like most is the structure: you’re guided from place to place, and you can buy beers during stops and keep them cool on the bus with the included coolboxes. I also really appreciate the hosts, with names like Andrew and Carmel showing up as standout guides who keep things friendly and moving. The main drawback is simple: if it’s likely to be very hot, the day can feel less comfortable, and you may want to be choosy about how much you push your tasting.

Key Points Before You Go

• Small group energy with a capped headcount, so the day feels personal
• 25+ beer tastings across multiple stops, not just one brewery
• Two Up Brewery coverage with 11 beers included in the sampling
• Lunch included, which is rare on beer tours and makes the timing feel sane
• Billabong Brewing hands-on vibe, where you can see brewing concepts beyond just pouring samples
• Hot-weather warning from real experience, so plan around the forecast

How the 10:30am Pickup and Small-Group Route Works

The tour starts at 10:30am at Perth Beer Tours, 378 Wellington St, and ends back there. It’s a full-day plan that runs about 6 hours, with a guided schedule that keeps you from playing logistics roulette.

Pickup is offered, which matters because Perth distances add up fast once you’re hopping between breweries. Also, the group size is kept low (the tour info mentions a maximum of 22), so you’re not stuck in a huge bus crowd where it’s hard to ask questions.

A detail I appreciate: you’re not expected to figure out timing between tasting flights. You’ll follow the guide’s rhythm and get a real chance to talk to staff at each brewery instead of sprinting through like it’s a checklist.

Price and Value: What $129.10 Gets You in Real Beer Time

At $129.10 per person for about six hours, this isn’t a cheap night out. But the value is in what’s included, not what’s optional.

You’re getting:

• tasting access for 25+ beers across multiple stops
• an included lunch
• a driver arrangement with a designated driver so you can focus on the beer
• coolboxes on board, so your purchases don’t turn into warm regret later

If you’ve done beer tours where most of the cost is for transportation while tastings are limited, this feels different. The tasting volume is the point here, and it’s spread across several breweries, which keeps the day from turning into one long repeat of the same style.

One practical note: you’ll still have control over what you buy. The coolboxes help you make impulse purchases responsibly, but you don’t have to commit to a full haul at every stop.

The Bus Factor: Designated Driver, Coolboxes, and Pace

A designated driver is built into the day, which changes the whole experience. You can take a tasting flight without doing the mental math of how long until you’re sober again.

The tour also runs with coolboxes (esky-style) on board. That’s a small thing until you’re buying bottles or cans at a brewery and you need them to stay drinkable, not just collectible.

Timing matters too. Some breweries are about an hour, others are shorter. That means you should go into the day with a flexible mindset: the goal is sampling and learning, not staying at one location long enough to miss the rest of the route.

Stop 1: Perth Beer Tours and the First Round of Tastings

You’ll start at Perth Beer Tours at 378 Wellington St, right where the day’s plan begins. This first leg sets the tone with the chance to taste 25+ beers across the overall day, plus time to pick up beers you want to bring along.

There’s also lunch included as part of the program. Getting food during a beer-focused day is huge for comfort and for taste quality, because your palate stays clearer and you’re less likely to feel heavy or sluggish halfway through.

One more thing I find useful: having the option to buy beers during the day means you’re not stuck with just what you sampled. If you find a style you love early on, you can grab it before the day moves you along.

167a Grand Blvd: 11 Beers from Two Up Brewery Style Favorites

At 167a Grand Blvd, you get access to the full range of 11 beers produced by this West Australian brewery. If you’re the kind of person who likes to compare similar styles side by side, this stop is designed for that.

The time here is about one hour, which feels like a sweet spot. Long enough to taste multiple options, but not so long you start rushing your own judgment just to keep up.

What makes this stop valuable is its specificity. Rather than doing a quick “try one and move on” moment, you get a controlled sampling window where you can find your personal standouts and then decide whether you want to buy anything for later.

Billabong Brewing: Where You See Beer Making Up Close

Billabong Brewing is where the day shifts from tasting to understanding how beer becomes real. You’ll taste beers they make for the commercial market and also see a version of brewing happening for on-premise style production.

The program also includes a look at how customers produce their own brew on-site. That detail matters if you like beer as a craft, not just as a drink.

This stop runs about 45 minutes, so keep your expectations realistic. You’re not going to watch an entire production line from start to finish in under an hour, but you will come away with a better sense of what different stages can look like and why beer is more than a label.

If you’re the type who enjoys asking staff basic questions—how they think about hops, balance, or batch choices—this is the stop where your curiosity pays off.

Bright Tank Brewing Co in East Perth: A Friendly Midday Break

Bright Tank Brewing Co is described as a WA brewery hidden in East Perth, and it’s a stop that works especially well on weekends. The experience here runs about one hour, giving you enough time to settle in, taste, and reset your pace.

Why I like this kind of stop in a multi-brewery day: the early part of the tour can be intense if you’re tasting widely. A brewery stop that feels easygoing helps you enjoy the range without feeling like you’re being chased by your own schedule.

At Bright Tank, you’ll likely find a mix of styles that helps you recalibrate taste as the tour continues. Even if you’re not chasing every single experimental option, this is a good place to focus on what you actually enjoy.

Otherside Brewing Co: Warehouse-Style Finishing and Taste Choices

The last stop is Otherside Brewing Co, described as a warehouse brewery in the WA suburbs. You’ll get about 45 minutes here, which makes it a more focused finish rather than a slow linger.

This is also the stop where your preferences may matter. One of the strongest pieces of advice I can give you is that if you’re a classic-style drinker who wants clean, predictable flavors, you might feel the last breweries are more experimental. The tour can still be worthwhile, but your enjoyment will depend on whether you like that style of risk.

That said, warehouse breweries can be fun because the vibe is often less formal and more hands-on. If you’re open-minded, this ending can be a satisfying closer because you’ll be tasting with fresh perspective after earlier stops.

Host Power: Why Andrew and Carmel Matter

A beer tour lives or dies on the guide. On this one, the hosting stands out, with Andrew and Carmel named as strong examples of what good guiding looks like: helpful, upbeat, and smooth at keeping the day on track.

Here’s what that means for you in practice. You’ll get more out of the tastings because you can ask simple questions without feeling rushed. You’ll also get better recommendations on what to try next, especially if you don’t want to waste your tasting moments on beers you already know you dislike.

If you’re traveling solo or you like meeting people, the small-group setup plus an active host is a real win. You’re not just sitting on a bus. You’re in conversations with the person guiding and with others who also want to learn and drink responsibly.

Who This Perth Beer Tour Is Best For

This is best for you if you:

• love craft beer and want to taste across several WA breweries in one day
• prefer a guided plan where you don’t have to coordinate transport
• want a social day with a limited group size
• enjoy learning how beer is made, not just drinking what’s in front of you

It’s also a good match for couples or small groups because the day has structure, so you won’t get stuck arguing about where to go next.

On the flip side, it’s not the best choice if you know you struggle in hot weather. One of the clearest cautions is that the day may feel tough when temperatures climb above comfortable levels.

Hot Weather Reality Check and Gluten Considerations

This tour is weather-dependent and is described as requiring good weather. There’s a specific caution from experience that it’s not suitable for very hot days, so if your trip overlaps with extreme temperatures, be smart about expectations and pacing.

Also, it’s not recommended for travelers with gluten intolerance. That’s the kind of constraint you shouldn’t gamble on during a tasting-heavy day, even if you think you can manage it with careful choices.

If you want this tour anyway during warmer months, go in with a strategy: take breaks, drink water, and don’t treat the bus stops as an all-you-can-eat tasting marathon.

Should You Book This Full-Day Perth Beer Tour?

Yes, I’d book it if your goal is a guided beer day with real tasting volume, lunch, and multiple brewery styles in a single, low-stress schedule. The standout value is the combination of 25+ tastings, 11 Two Up beers, and the fact that you’ll also see how brewing works at Billabong.

You should think twice before booking if you’re sensitive to heat, or if gluten intolerance affects your choices. And if you only like very mainstream beer styles, pay extra attention to how you feel about more experimental finishes, since the last stops can skew that way.

If you want a well-paced day that’s easy to join and hard to regret, this Perth beer tour is a strong bet.

FAQ

How long is the full-day guided beer tour in Perth?

It runs for about 6 hours.

How many breweries and beers can I expect to taste?

You’ll visit five or more breweries and have the chance to taste 25+ different beers, including 11 beers from Two Up Brewery.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch is included.

Does the tour offer pickup?

Pickup is offered, and you’ll start at Perth Beer Tours, 378 Wellington St, Perth WA 6000.

Is the tour suitable for gluten intolerance?

No. It is not recommended for travelers with gluten intolerance.

What’s the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. The tour may also be rescheduled or refunded if it’s canceled due to poor weather.