See Adelaide & Beyond Taste The Barossa Premium Tour

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A premium full day through the Barossa Valley from Adelaide, combining structured wine tastings at family wineries, a regional platter lunch, local stories and a private Yalumba fortified wine and Melba's chocolate tasting.

Days

Full day, about 8 hours

Age

Adults only

Group size

Small group, max 20

Start / finish

Adelaide / Adelaide
Adelaide, about 5:30pm

Return

Adelaide, about 5:30pm

Transport

Small tour bus with a local guide, Adelaide CBD and Glenelg pick-up

Meals

Regional platter lunch with a glass of wine or soft drink

Route

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Included experiences

Kies Family Wines, Lyndoch — private barrel room tasting
Chateau Tanunda — estate visit and tasting
Melba's, Angaston — platter lunch, fortified wine and chocolate tasting
Rosenvale Vineyards — private tasting
Seppeltsfield Road — scenic drive
Adelaide Hills — drive with guide commentary

See Adelaide & Beyond Taste The Barossa Premium Tour

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MORNING: ADELAIDE THROUGH THE HILLS TO LYNDOCH

Pick-up is from the Adelaide city centre or Glenelg, then the small bus climbs into the Adelaide Hills and rolls north as the country opens into the Barossa Valley. Your guide fills the drive with stories. Lutheran families from Silesia began farming here in the 1840s, and because the vine pest phylloxera never reached the Barossa, some of its shiraz vines are among the oldest still producing anywhere. First stop is Kies Family Wines at Lyndoch, run by the sixth generation of the family. Instead of the cellar door bar, you go into the private barrel room for a guided tasting among the working winery.

LATE MORNING: CHATEAU TANUNDA

Next is Chateau Tanunda, built in 1890 from local bluestone and one of the grandest buildings in the valley. Before the tasting there's time to wander on your own: the long stone façade, the gardens and the croquet lawn out front make it feel more like a country house than a winery. Then you sit down to a structured tasting of the estate's wines in a building that has been part of the Barossa's story for more than 135 years.

LUNCH: MELBA'S AND YALUMBA IN ANGASTON

Lunch is a long, unhurried regional platter of South Australian produce at Melba's in Angaston, with a glass of Yalumba wine or a soft drink. Yalumba was founded in Angaston in 1849 by English brewer Samuel Smith and is the oldest family-owned winery in Australia. Before you leave, there's a private tasting kept for this tour that pairs Yalumba's fortified wines with Melba's chocolates. Fortified wine and chocolate is a match worth slowing down for.

AFTERNOON: ROSENVALE AND SEPPELTSFIELD ROAD

The last tasting is at Rosenvale Vineyards, a three-generation family winery focused on wine from its own vineyards, with a private sit-down tasting and the family's story behind each bottle. The drive home takes in Seppeltsfield Road, lined with more than 2,000 date palms that workers from the Seppelt estate planted during the Depression of the 1930s. Your guide tells the stories of the road's old estates as you pass. You're back in Adelaide at about 5:30pm.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Pick-up from selected Adelaide CBD and Glenelg locations.
Finishes: Adelaide, approximately 5:30pm.
Minimum age: Adults only; bring valid photo ID.

What to bring

Valid photo ID for wine tasting
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat and sunscreen
Clothing for the weather
Water bottle
Camera or phone

What is included

Return transport from selected Adelaide CBD and Glenelg locations
Experienced local guide
Wine tastings at Kies Family Wines, Chateau Tanunda and Rosenvale Vineyards
Regional platter lunch of local produce
Glass of Yalumba wine or soft drink with lunch
Private Yalumba fortified wine and Melba's chocolate tasting
Touring through the Barossa Valley and Seppeltsfield Road

Not included

Other food and drinks
Wine and other purchases
Transfers from outside the selected Adelaide CBD and Glenelg pick-up locations
Personal expenses

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.

What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.

Private tours and families

Is it possible to travel in a private group?

If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

Do I have to book this tour online?

Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.

If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.

How do I know when a tour is available?

You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.

If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?

Balance on tours need to be paid at least 30 days prior to departure. Failure to do so could result is the cancellation of your seat with a fee charged. If you need more time to clear your balance then let us know ASAP and arrangements can be made.

Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

Do I need to tip the guide?

If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.