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Tours & Experiences in Adelaide
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Full Day Kayaking Tour in Coorong National Park
Relax on this 6-hour, small-group kayaking tour of the Coorong National Park and Murray Mouth region. A walk across the sand dunes to the Southern Ocean will allow you to stretch your legs while the guide takes you on a bush tucker walk. This tour includes delicious food, three hours of kayaking, and numerous stops along the way.
Free cancellation
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Kangaroo Island 2-Day Wildlife Adventure Small Group tour
Experience the Magic of Kangaroo Island over 2-days as part of a small group. Our carefully planned route means we enjoy the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, Seal Bay and Little Sahara without the crowds and spend more time exploring and less time driving
Departing from Adelaide Tuesdays, Thursdays and most Sundays, you’ll sample local produce, take in sweeping island views, Iconic attractions of Flinders Chase National Park, explore stunning beaches with time for a swim, visit Seal Bay Conservation Park for a guided walk among Australian sea lions, and spot wildlife across the island - with plenty more moments along the way.
Enjoy a classic Aussie BBQ and amazing stargazing opportunities at camp Groovy and relax with your fellow guests before heading to your cute bell tent and settling in for the night.
With most meals included, unique and comfortable accommodation, and expert knowledgeable local guides, this tour is about experiencing Kangaroo Island and not just ticking it off.
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Private Wine Tours McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills
McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills chauffeured small group wine tours designed to suit you. This is a boutique service catering for small groups of up to 4 people (known to each other). Nominate your own itinerary or let us create one for you. Hosted by local owner/operator, Shane Buckley, the itinerary is flexible and can be changed on the day as we travel. Our intimate tours are a great way to celebrate that special occasion or to simply enjoy the best these magical Regions have to offer. Price is per person and covers a full day touring.
Free cancellation
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Luke's McLaren Vale Wine Tour
Winner of 2020 Best Tourism Experience, 2021 Best Tourism Operator & Attraction and 2022 Best Customer Service*.
This tour is about showing you my backyard and introducing you to my friends. I have lived on the wine coast since 1976 and count the best wine makers in the Vale as my mates; I want you to meet them so they can share their passion with you.
This is far from just another wine tour. If you love it half as much as I do, you're going to have an awesome day.
*Onkaparinga Business Awards
Free cancellation
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Clare Valley Wine Tour. Local Guide, Clare Valley pickup, & lunch
Most visitors come for the wine. My aim is that you'll remember the Clare Valley.
I'll collect you from your Clare Valley accommodation for a relaxed day visiting boutique family wineries and some of the better-known names. Between cellar doors we'll travel the back roads and through the old towns that give Clare much of its character.
I'm Charles, your local Valley guide. I know these roads, the cellar doors and many of the people behind them. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply know what you enjoy, I'll help you get to know the Clare Valley beyond what's poured into the glass.
With no more than six guests, there's no bus and no rush. Wine tastings and a generous charcuterie lunch are included, with plenty of time to settle into the day.
Clare is a region that rewards slowing down. That's exactly how we'll explore it.
Finish the wine. Keep the memories.
Also visiting the Barossa? I can collect you from there.
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Barossa Discovery Day-A private, wine tour to the Barossa Valley
I will tailor each private wine tour to the individual and their interests in the Barossa and allow them to be able to see some of the Barossa's best small producers. As I will be their tour guide, they also get 2 decades of local knowledge of the world famous Barossa region for this fully tailored luxury experience.
My private wine tours of the Barossa and other wine regions are strictly for a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 6
Free cancellation
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Hahndorf food and wine E-Bike Tour
Experience the best of the Adelaide Hills, on an experience across wineries, Beerenberg Strawberry Farm and Udder Delights Cheese cellar on an eBike. This experience does not require a high-level of fitness as it is classified, easy.
Enjoy the day with your guide seeing a number of sights and icons of the region:
The experience includes:
Electric-Bikes & Guide
Pannier bags to carry your produce & Wine
Wine flight at Shaw and Smith
Wine tasting at The Lane Vineyard
Strawberry picking (seasonal)
Udder delights Cheese Board
Free cancellation
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7 Day Adelaide to Uluru Adventure and Cultural Tour
Experience moments in nature that will stay with you for a lifetime on this seven-day bucket list adventure from Adelaide to Uluru through Australia's outback. Rich in Aboriginal culture, this camping trip encompasses a great diversity of wilderness and untamed landscapes. Hike the ancient gorges of the Flinders Ranges and descend beneath the ground to discover an underground labyrinth in Coober Pedy. Experience the Red Centre. A colourful, otherworldly landscape of desert plains, weathered mountain ranges, rocky gorges and some of Aboriginal Australia's most sacred sites. Reflect on each day over magical outback sunsets and campfire stories with friends new and old.
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Big Red Full Day Private Tour
This is the only Red London Cab operating in Australia, so unique is an understatement. As soon as you see the car you will start smiling, Enjoy a fun day out in a private tour which we help you create, designed to all your personal requests.We have 6 seats,air-conditioned for all seasons so very comfortable.
We cover all of the region combining not only delicious wine and foods but special places, history and activities.
We recently added a White London Cab which you can chose as an option,just let us know.
Free cancellation
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Iconic Adelaide Walking Tour
The Iconic Adelaide Walking Tour is our three-hour, immersive walk around the city, sharing the city’s historical and cultural icons!
Let a born-and-raised local guide give you understanding of how Adelaide became the city it is today, and how it’s still evolving. Adelaide is a city with plenty of firsts – you'll learn about iconic monuments, moments in time, and movers and shakers like former state premier Don Dunstan.
Discover the city through its defining landmarks in detail – both those in plain sight and off the beaten track. Wander intimate locations within the northern half of Adelaide’s city centre, including the beautiful North Terrace Cultural Precinct, Adelaide Riverbank area and Adelaide Town Hall.
The Iconic Adelaide Tour goes at a leisurely pace with opportunities to rest and refresh along the way.
Free cancellation
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Classic Mustang Convertible Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2
Turn heads and feel the wind in your hair on an exhilarating private classic 1966 Mustang Convertible tour of the Barossa Valley. Enjoy the ultimate luxury, comfort and adventure as you sample the region’s finest food, wine and sights, while enjoying the top-down experience on this customised tour.
Free cancellation
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Adelaide Hills Cleland and Hahndorf Small Group Premium Tour
Discover the Adelaide Hills on an enriching day tour from Adelaide City or Glenelg, tailored for travellers wanting a scenic, wildlife-filled, and culturally immersive experience. This guided journey begins with breathtaking views from Mount Lofty Summit, followed by close-up views of Australia’s iconic wildlife at Cleland Wildlife Park in a natural bush setting with wide, open spaces. Guests then explore the historic charm of Hahndorf and enjoy an Aussie meat pie, pasty or sausage roll before enjoying sweet delights at Melba’s Chocolate Factory. End the day with a scenic drive back to the city. Optional wine tasting available.
With small group sizes and personalised commentary, we ensure every guest enjoys a deeper connection to the region.
We follow strict animal-welfare practices, so while you’ll enjoy close, memorable encounters with wild animals, we support keeping wild animals wild.
Arriving on a cruise? Book "Adelaide Hills Premium Full Day Shore Tour Cruise Port Pick-up"
Free cancellation
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Experience Barossa Valley by E-bike
Guided sustainable electric bike tour.
Local business collaborating together.
Barossa Better by Bike.
Ebike touring travel with freedom.
Immerse yourself in natures surroundings.
Green & Sustainable.
Locally sourced products.
Free cancellation
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Adelaide Hidden Bar Tour
Delve into the unique and diverse bar scene of Adelaide, as you wander around the city.
After months of research we combined Adelaide’s best laneway bars with her most interesting stories. Adelaide has some truly world class bars, but you'll have a hard time finding them. This city makes you work to discover her best parts, which is why you’ll find some of the most unique bars behind other venues, underneath laneways, or tucked into repurposed spaces.
Join your experienced local guide and uncover four of these fascinating venues in one afternoon and learn what makes each one special. These clandestine watering holes have been carefully chosen for their atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious drinks. Between bars, your tour host will share all sorts of little-known facts and other “hidden” aspects of Adelaide. If all that isn’t enough, at the end of our tour, we’ll even give you a treasure map of other top food and drink venues so you can continue your exploration of Adelaide!
Free cancellation
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Sunset on the Sand Dunes
Travel with a professional photographer. Enjoy exclusive sunset view on the sand dunes. Great opportunity to encounter local wildlife such as emus and kangaroos. Excited off-roading experience.
Free cancellation
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Nocturnal Tour of Kangaroo Island
Visit the Kangaroo Island Wildlife at night with a local guide in their natural habitat. Use your torch to see the animals that come out at night. Watch the Kangaroo's & Wallabies out feeding. Hopefully, spot some of the more reclusive attractions like owls and penguins. Be picked up from your accommodation and delivered back afterwards.
Local knowledge is key to spotting Kangaroo Island's wildlife. Find out interesting information about our local species and what makes them different from wildlife anywhere else.
Free cancellation
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Barossa Valley Shared Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch
Discover the Ultimate Barossa Valley Wine Adventure!
Join us for an unforgettable day exploring the heart of South Australia’s most celebrated wine region. Our curated small group shared Barossa Valley wine tour promises stunning scenery, world-class wines, and exceptional local flavors
From its famous old vine Shiraz and Grenache on the valley floor to premium Rieslings grown high in Eden Valley and a lot more in between, there is so much to experience.
With plenty of time to relax and enjoy a generous regional platter for lunch the tour has a relaxed pace.
This full-day tour combines scenic drives, exceptional wines, and cultural landmarks—perfect for wine connoisseurs and curious travelers alike. Book now and experience the spirit of the Barossa Valley!
Free cancellation
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McLaren Vale Wine Tour - Max 6 guests with restaurant lunch
This is premium small-group wine touring at it's best! Our very small groups have a maximum of 6 guests and we regularly depart with less. We only visit premium wineries so you get to try the best wines of the region. There is no set itinerary for the day so every tour is different. We know all the best wineries, you can trust your local guide to create the perfect day for you. Lunch is at one of the best restaurants in the region. You'll enjoy a delicious restaurant lunch of freshly prepared local produce alongside a glass of local wine or beer.
Some of our favourite wineries include Samuel's Gorge, Oliver's Taranga, Yangarra, Gemtree, Shottesbrooke, Beresford - and many many more!
Free cancellation
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Unique Trike Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2
Turn heads and feel the wind in your hair on an exhilarating private motorcycle trike tour of the Barossa Valley. Enjoy the ultimate luxury, comfort and adventure as you sample the region’s finest food, wine and sights on this customised tour. A regular sample itinerary includes 3 wine tastings, 1 food sampling and 1 lookout stop.
Free cancellation
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Coffin Bay National Park Half-day 4WD Tour
Visit the epic Coffin Bay National Park, and drive along the turquoise ocean and rugged limestone cliff. Dip your toes in the turquoise water and enjoy the fine white sands, watch the Golden Island from the Golden Island lookout, and have a bird-eye view of the healthy reef system in Coffin Bay National Park.
Travel through amazing sand dunes to the exclusive and beautiful beach around Gunyah Beach 4WD Track. The perfect soft and fine sand gives us an excellent opportunity to get some nice instagrammable photos as well!
Coffin Bay offers one of the best emu encounter experiences in Australia, not only in the national park but also around town we will have great opportunities to spot these local residents. If you travel to Coffin Bay during spring, we may see some young chicks come over and say G'day!
Small group 4wd tour give us great access to rough and narrow off-road tracks so we can explore the exclusive beach.
Free cancellation
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Yalumba Unlocked
During this 2 hour exploration of Yalumba, in South Australia's stunning Eden Valley, gain an introduction into the history of this family owned winery on your private walking tour. Visit historic sites, taste Yalumba's finest wines and indulge in a platter of local produce.
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McLaren Vale Private Luxury Wine Tour - Full Day
This tour is for your group of up to 4 people exclusively tailored to your taste and occasion. Your group will be traveling in style in a luxury Land Cruiser Prado 4WD vehicle and you will not be stuck on the bus with other people with different tastes and preferences. Our driver/tour guide can take you to any winery of your choice ( subject to availability) and organise your lunch in the winery or restaurant according to your personal taste.
We regularly visit d'Arenberg, Alpha Box and Dice, Samuels Gorge, Hugh Hamilton, Wirra Wirra, Mitollo, Dowie Doole, Olivers Taranga, Yangarra Estate, Serafino, Coriole, etc. Also we would encourage you to taste wines from less known wineries that sell their wines in cellar door exclusively.
We have great relationship with some winemakers and can arrange behind the scenes tour and tasting direct from the barrel ( subject to availability).
All drivers are tour guides with an extensive experience and knowledge about the region.
Free cancellation
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Barossa Valley Wine Tour. Local Guide, Barossa pickup, & lunch
Most visitors remember the wineries. My hope is you'll remember the Barossa.
I'll collect you from your Barossa Valley accommodation for a relaxed day exploring boutique family wineries and well-known Barossa names, with time for vineyard landscapes, villages and local stories along the way.
I'm Charles, your local Barossa Valley Guide. I live here and host every tour personally. Whether you know a great deal about wine or simply enjoy discovering new places, I'll help you experience the Barossa beyond the cellar doors and see it through the eyes of a local.
With no more than six guests, there's no bus and no rush. Wine tastings and a generous charcuterie lunch are included.
Valley Wine Tours was named Best Boutique Wine Tour Operator 2026, Barossa Valley.
Finish the wine. Keep the memories.
Staying a little longer? I also offer Clare Valley wine tours, with complimentary transport from the Barossa.
Free cancellation
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Elderton Elite Tasting Experience
A unique and personalised tasting which offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a more in depth tasting with an exclusive look at the history and heritage of Elderton Wines. Visit the 120+ year old Command vineyard that the Ashmead family worked tirelessly to restore and save from destruction, taste many of the elite wines in our range alongside back vintage examples in our Private Tasting Room with a selection of locally crafted cheeses.
Free cancellation
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Victor Harbor and d’Arenberg Cube Small Group Premium Tour
Drive along the scenic South Coast, stopping at the picturesque McLaren Vale Tourist Information Centre for local souvenirs and a complimentary tea or coffee.
Continue to Port Elliot, where you can take a panoramic photo from the Obelisk lookout. Enjoy soaking in the stunning views. Climb over the rocks at Boomer beach with the chance of seeing a seal playing in the waves.
Drive on to Victor Harbor, where you’ll have 2 hours to explore at your own pace. Take a self-guided walk or horse-drawn carriage ride to Granite Island, or enjoy some local shopping and eat lunch at a local cafe (included) or spoil yourself at one of the other eateries (at your own expense). Soak in the coastal vibes on this Victor Harbor tour.
On the drive home, head to the d'Arenberg Cube, an iconic McLaren Vale winery, to admire the unique art and enjoy a wine tasting (must be 18 for wine tasting). Entry and tasting is included in the tour price.
Minimum booking of 4 for tour to proceed. Maximum of 8.
Free cancellation
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Private McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide
Luxury new BMW 530i M Sports Series sedan is our touring vehicle, maximum 4 people only. This means your tour is exclusive, private, intimate, luxurious, engaging, which allows you to decide when and where you want to go, how long you want to stay and an option to change your itinerary at any time during the tour. Plan your own itinerary or select from a set tours; Cellar Doors, Vineyard Tours, Tourist Towns, City Highlights and activities. The choice is completely up to you. With over 35 years experience in the liquor, hospitality and travel industries tour host John is at your service. With the total price quoted covering up to 4 people Best Wine Tours are the best value for money luxury tour operators in the business. The price quoted is per car NOT per person.
Free cancellation
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Barossa Valley Shared Wine Tour , Visit Henschke and Yalumba
Wine Valley tours offers the best itinerary, if clients customise their tour they need understand we will not accept negative reviews. Our list of wineries do perform the best service and take care of our guests, going to other wineries is great but not all wineries offer the best service.
Uncork unforgettable memories with Wine Valley Tours! Explore the region's finest wineries for years, expertly curated for contrast and value. Our chauffeured tours with experienced guides go beyond tastings – they're immersive wine journeys. Choose Wine Valley Tours – the most rewarding way to discover the art of wine.
Free cancellation
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Kangaroo Island 2-Day All-Inclusive Small Group Tour ex Adelaide
Kangaroo Island 2-day small-group premium tour from Adelaide, fully hosted and limited to 8 guests, with accommodation, meals, ferry and guiding included.
Get ready for one of the most extraordinary adventures you can experience in Australia in a very small group of 8 guests or less. This premium journey takes you deep into the wild heart of Kangaroo Island. A place where towering coastal cliffs meet turquoise seas, where koalas nap in gum trees, sea lions stretch lazily on golden shores, and kangaroos bound freely through open landscapes.
Over two incredible days, you’ll explore dramatic national parks, rich historic sites, local produce farms, wildlife-rich bushland and world-famous coastlines with an expert local guide who brings every moment to life with stories, insight and passion. No rushing. No crowded buses. Just immersive experiences, breathtaking scenery and genuine connection with one of the world’s great wilderness destinations.
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McLaren Vale Private Wine Tour
With this luxury wine tour you'll spend a day exploring some of McLaren Vales iconic and boutique cellar doors and wineries.
You'll escape suburbia during the 50 minute trip to the region driving through quaint country towns and rolling vineyards.
Once in McLaren Vale you can visit The d’Arenberg Cube - a newly built construction shaped like a Rubiks Cube and complete your visit there with a tasting of the fabulous range of wines.
We have a flexible itinerary and you may find yourself tasting wine direct from the barrel with a winemaker, and checking out the winery and barrel room! (subject to availability)
Free cancellation
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4 Days Private Walking Tour in South Australia
The Southern Ocean Walk is a bespoke small group experience along a very spectacular section of the famous Heysen Trail on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia, just 90 minutes south of Adelaide. With 30 years experience as a tourism operator in Deep Creek National Park, our family-owned company has an enviable reputation for personalized tours of the highest standard. The Southern Ocean Walk is a pack free walk led by professional local guides, with all meals including canapes, sumptuous 3 course wine paired dinners, beverages, accommodation in Deep Creek National Park and daily transfers to and from the trail included. Surrounded by nature and stunning landscapes guests gain an insight into the flora., fauna and history of the area
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