Come touring with us to experience outstanding wines, gourmet delights, historic buildings, heritage, history and the culture of South Australia. A chance to meet the wine makers and local characters for a truly memorable insight into the The Barossa, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley or Adelaide Hills wine regions.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: You'll be greeted by your friendly host in a luxurious Daimler and enjoy a picturesque drive to McLaren Vale, famous for its Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Grenache, Shiraz and Vintage Port. John will tailor the day's visits to you particular wine tastes and preferences. The wineries may include Coriole Vineyards, Chapel Hill Winery, d'Arenberg Wines, Kay Bros. Amery Vineyard, Pirramimma Wines, Shottesbrooke Vineyards or Wirra Wirra Vineyards.
Other attractions may include olive oil, olives, local cheeses and wood aged vinegar tastings. A 2-course gourmet lunch with wine is enjoyed at a local restaurant. Set off to your luxury accommodation via the beautiful Adelaide Hills and arrive at your 5 star guest house, set among the vineyards, in the heart of the Barossa, arriving at approximative 5pm. Relax and unwind and enjoy a fine 2-course meal at your guest house tonight.
Day 2: Enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast at your guest house before John's arrival at 9am to begin your day of wine touring in the beautiful Clare Valley, famous for its Riesling, Cabernet, Shiraz and Muscat. Winery tastings may include Crabtree of Watervale, Grossett Wines, Jim Barry Wines, Mitchell Wines, Mount Horrocks Wines, Sevenhill Cellars, Skillogalee Wines, Taylors Wines or Tim Adams Wines to name a few. A 2-course gourmet lunch with wine is enjoyed at Skillogalee Restaurant and afternoon tea at a local teahouse. Return to your guest house at 5pm and relax before your transfer to '1918' Restaurant where you'll enjoy a fine 2-course meal of local cuisine.
Day 3: Enjoy another country-cooked breakfast before John's arrival at 9.30am, and you are off to discover the true jewel in the crown of Australian wine regions, the renowned Barossa Valley. The Barossa is famous for its Eden Valley Riesling, Viognier, Adult Rose, Sparkling Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro and full-bodied Shiraz as well as world-class fortifieds. A chance to meet the wine makers, enjoy the culture and history and be entertained by John's commentary and knowledge of this area.
Enjoy a 2-course lunch with wine at Cafe Y or Vintners. Taste the wares of Maggie Beers Farm Shop for afternoon tea. John will once again, choose wineries and attractions to suit your tastes. You will also have the rare opportunity to taste 100-year-old fortified wine (liquid history) at historic Seppeltsfield before heading back to your Adelaide guest house or the Adelaide Airport.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
$1850 per person - 4 to 6 persons
$2150 per person - 3 persons
$2300 per person - 2 persons
$3950 - 1 person.
Price Includes:
- Three days of wine exploration covering McLaren Vale, Clare Valley and the Barossa Valley
- Two nights of fully hosted five star accommodation at Peppers Hermitage
- 2 x cooked breakfasts
- 3 x two course lunches
- 2 x two course dinners
- Afternoon tea daily
- All entrance fees
- Wine tastings
- The opportunity to buy new release wines direct from the cellar door
- Private tasting of aged wines including 100 year old port
- Exclusive touring - no sharing
- Adelaide Airport or Guest house pickup 9am on day one
- Drop off to Adelaide Airport or CBD 5pm on day three
- Rates are GST inclusive.
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