Private Bus Hire Adelaide: Your Itinerary, 8 Hours

Build your day across three wine regions without coordinating transport.

A private bus with professional driver in Adelaide lets your group design the itinerary: wine tastings in Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale, breweries, scenic stops in Adelaide Hills, or a mix. The driver handles navigation and timing while you decide where to go, and fuel plus up to 250 km are included in the booking.

The experience

You arrive in Adelaide or you have a free afternoon, and your group wants to explore beyond the city without splitting up or waiting for a shuttle schedule. A private bus hire solves that: you pick the destinations (Barossa Valley wineries, McLaren Vale cellar doors, Adelaide Hills lookouts, breweries, or anywhere else), and the driver gets you there on your timeline. The operator helps you build the itinerary before the day starts, recommends venues, and handles the route so the group stays together and focused on what matters.

The bus seats up to 24 passengers depending on which vehicle you book, and the driver is a professional accredited to navigate South Australia's roads. Fuel is included, as is travel up to 250 km. Anything beyond that runs at 50 cents per km. The eight-hour booking covers the full day. If you need more time, it's $75 for every 30 minutes after. A day before your trip, you'll get the bus number and driver's phone number so there's no confusion on pickup morning.

Infants can travel in a pram or stroller, and service animals are welcome. The bus works for any fitness level since you're riding, not hiking, though if your itinerary includes walking between stops, that's on you to plan. Public transport options exist nearby if anyone needs an alternative, though that defeats the point of hiring the bus.

What’s included

• Private transportation with a professional accredited driver.
• fuel surcharge.
• up to 250 km of travel included (additional distance charged at 50 cents per km).
• up to eight hours of driving and waiting time included (additional time charged at $75 per 30 minutes).
• pickup included.
• driver phone number and bus number provided one day before departure.

Options for this experience

4 options

Reserve an 11-seater bus with driverUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English · 09:0011-seater bus, pickup is included

Day liquor licenseUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00Liquor license for the day, includes pickup

Reserve a 20-seater bus with driverUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · 09:0020-seater bus, includes pickup

Reserve a 24-seater bus with driverUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · 09:0024-seater bus, pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up toStart time

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 38 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Benders Bus Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the 11-seater if your group is small and you want to keep costs down. The 20 or 24-seater works for larger groups or if you want more space to move around between stops. The eight-hour window suits a focused day hitting two or three regions. If you want to linger longer at each venue, budget the extra time at checkout.

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Top questions

Can we visit both Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale in one day?

Yes. Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale are separate regions, and the driver will take your group to whichever venues you choose. The eight-hour booking and included 250 km should cover both if you're selective about stops. The operator can advise on timing and distance when you plan the itinerary.

What happens if we want to stay longer than eight hours?

The booking includes eight hours of driving and waiting time. Beyond that, you pay $75 for every 30 minutes, so you can extend if the day is going well. Just let the driver know and settle it at the end.

Do we need to book specific wineries or breweries in advance, or does the driver arrange them?

You choose the venues and book tastings or entry yourself. The driver gets your group there. The operator will recommend top spots when you're planning the itinerary, but the bookings are your responsibility so you can pick the ones that fit your group's taste and budget.

What size bus should we book for our group?

You can choose an 11-seater, 20-seater, or 24-seater depending on how many people are coming. Pick the smallest bus that fits your group comfortably. It keeps costs down and makes the ride more social.

Is there a liquor license option if we want to bring our own drinks?

Yes, you can add a liquor license for the day at checkout, which lets you carry alcohol on the bus. Without it, you're limited to what you buy at the venues you visit.