Adelaide Hills wine tour: Private, customizable full day

You build the itinerary around the wineries and stops that matter to you.

A private 7.5-hour wine tour of Adelaide Hills tailored to your group's interests, with pickup included and stops at wineries, Hahndorf's German heritage sites, and Melba's Chocolate. You choose which wineries to visit, how long to spend in the oldest German settlement in Australia, and whether lunch is at a winery or a German pub.

Step-by-step itinerary

Adelaide Hills wine and scenic tour

• Visit wineries, breweries, and distilleries
• Spend free time in Hahndorf
• Visit Melba's Chocolate and Woodside Cheese

The experience

The Adelaide Hills wine region sits about 20 minutes from the city, and this tour picks you up and handles the driving so you can taste without worrying about the road. Once you book, you work with the operator to shape the day around what you want: more time at certain wineries, a longer stop in Hahndorf to browse the German heritage shops and cafes, or a detour to Melba's Chocolate and Woodside Cheese company. The minivan fits your group comfortably and moves between stops without the logistics of coordinating separate cars.

Wineries in the region charge their own tasting fees (starting from $10 per person), so you pay those on the day. Lunch is your call too. Book a table at one of the German pubs in Hahndorf or eat at a winery, depending on where the morning takes you. The guide speaks English and knows the region well enough to suggest stops and timing that fit what you're after, but the day stays flexible around your pace and interests.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a comfortable minivan.
• pickup from your Adelaide location.
• English-speaking guide for the full day.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (5 to 16 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 39 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by SAVICONNECT

Is this one for you?Pickup is included, so if you're staying in Adelaide without a car, the tour handles getting to the wine region and back. The private format means your group sets the pace and chooses which stops matter most, rather than following a fixed itinerary built for strangers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 16 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What wineries are in the Adelaide Hills wine region?

The Adelaide Hills has dozens of wineries spread across the region, ranging from small family-run producers to larger estates. The operator will discuss which ones suit your group's tastes and how many you can fit into the day. Tasting fees vary by winery and are paid on arrival.

What is Hahndorf and why spend time there?

Hahndorf is the oldest German settlement in Australia, founded in 1839 by Lutheran refugees. The main street has heritage buildings, German delis, cafes and shops where you can browse at your own pace. It's a working village, not a museum, so the experience feels lived-in and authentic.

Can we visit Melba's Chocolate and still fit wineries into the day?

Yes. Melba's Chocolate and Woodside Cheese company is one of the stops you can choose, and the operator will help you plan a route that includes it alongside your winery picks and time in Hahndorf, all within the 7.5-hour window.

Do we need to decide on wineries before we book?

No. You book first, then work with the operator to build the itinerary together based on your preferences, how much time you want at each stop, and what else you'd like to see, whether that's Mt Lofty lookout, Beerenberg farm, or other local attractions.