Adelaide Highlights with Wine Tasting & Coast (Full Day)

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‘Adelaide Highlights with Wine Tasting and Coast’ is a full day tour featuring some of Adelaide's finest
experiences. With several pick-up points around Adelaide CBD this small group
day tour offers a wonderful balance of sightseeing and wine tasting and certainly
packs a punch as far as must do highlights when visiting Adelaide.  

Full Itinerary:

With pick-up at a leisurely 8.50am-9.00am at selected points in
Adelaide CBD we start the day with a City Highlights tour. While you get your
bearings we'll show you some of the City of Adelaide's best, offering you an
insight into her history and letting you in on some insider secrets, the must
do's, the places to visit and the best eateries to enjoy Adelaide's finest
food..

As we head out of the city we'll drive by/visit the iconic Adelaide
Oval (events permitting) and head out through the picturesque North Adelaide
suburb where we can enjoy the stunning federation architecture and lavish home
abodes. Our next stop will offer us a spectacular view of the City of Adelaide
from the vantage point of Mount Lofty. 

From Mount Lofty lookout our next stop is Hahndorf!!, The German
village of Hahndorf is an absolute delight, with it's abundance of boutique
shops and eateries there's plenty to explore as you wile away over an hour and
a half of free time to do whatever you please.

We'll meet you back at bus stop 54 on the main street of Hahndorf
where you'll climb back on board, sit back, relax and enjoy the short and
incredibly scenic drive through the beautiful Adelaide Hills on route to the
iconic wine tasting region of McLaren Vale. Once in McLaren Vale our first stop
is the stunning Chapel Hill Winery. Have your taste buds primed and your camera
poised as your host at Chapel Hill tantalises you with a wonderful structured
wine tasting experience.in their picturesque cellar door.

From Chapel Hill it's on to the Main Street of McLaren Vale - Here
you'll have some free time, what you do with it is up to you. Enjoy a taste or
two of wine in Hardy Tintara's Cellar door. Or maybe enjoy a cleansing beer or
grab a coffee and watch the World go by. Or why not use your time gathering
some souvenirs of the sweet variety? Visit the fabulous Almond Train; an old
converted train carriage offering every variety of Almond imaginable, or pop in
the Iconic Aussie Fruchocs chocolate factory and pick-out a selection of sweet
gifts.

It's time now to climb back on board as we take the short drive to
our next winery the  quaint Shingleback Winery. This tasting is super
relaxed, enjoy a structured tasting of Shinglebacks finest wines, and if you're
peckish, you can purchase a cheeseboard to enjoy with your wine.  

It's now time to climb back on the bus as we head back towards
Adelaide. But we're taking the scenic route so you can gaze out at the Adelaide
Coastline, as we journey towards our final featured destination of the day -
Adelaide's beautiful seaside suburb of Glenelg

There are two options for you here. Option 1, take a 15 min stroll
to get an idea of what Glenelg has to offer, before hopping back on the bus to
Adelaide, or Option 2, leave the tour in Glenelg and spend a few leisurely
hours enjoying the abundance of shops, restaurants and of course the beach,
pick a spot for dinner and get ready to watch one of the most spectacular
sunsets anywhere in the World. 

Trams run from Glenelg to Adelaide every 20 minutes 


Itinerary

Day 1 : Adelaide Hills and Beyond
Begin with a leisurely 8:50–9:00 am pick-up from selected CBD points, followed by a City Highlights tour showcasing Adelaide's top landmarks, history, insider tips, and must-visit spots. We’ll pass the iconic Adelaide Oval (events permitting) and explore North Adelaide’s charming federation homes before stopping at Mount Lofty for breathtaking views of the city. Next, enjoy 1.5 hours of free time in the delightful German village of Hahndorf. Browse boutique shops, savour local treats, or simply soak up the quaint atmosphere. From Hahndorf, we head to McLaren Vale, stopping first at Chapel Hill Winery for a structured tasting in their picturesque cellar door. Then, enjoy free time on McLaren Vale’s Main Street to explore cellar doors like Hardy Tintara, grab a coffee, or indulge at the Almond Train or Fruchocs chocolate factory. Next, visit Shingleback Winery for a relaxed wine tasting. Optional cheeseboards are available to complement your experience. Our final stop is Glenelg, where you can either take a short stroll before returning to Adelaide or stay to enjoy the shops, restaurants, and beach. Watch a stunning sunset and take the tram back to Adelaide at your leisure (runs every 20 minutes).
Meals :None


Pickups / Departures

Pick- up is from Adelaide City. Locations and times are listed:

Rydges 8:45 - 9am
Terrace Hotel Adelaide 8:45 - 9am
TRYP By Wyndham 8.45-9.00am
Adabco Boutique Hotel 9am 
Mantra Hindmarsh Square 8.55-9.05am
Majestic Roof Garden 8:50 - 9am
Hilton Hotel 9.00-9.10am
Pullman Adelaide (Bus shelter at end of drive - Grenfel Street)  8.50am
Adelaide Central Bus Station 9 - 9:10am


Extras

Lunch is not provided. There is a 1.5 hour stop in Hahndorf for you to enjoy a place to eat of your choice. 


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Adelaide Highlights With Wine Tasting & Coast (full Day)