About this experience
Discover some of the best food and wine McLaren Vale has to offer, including a visit to the spectacular d’Arenberg Cube. From wine tastings to gin or beer tastings, and free time to explore the galleries and shops in the main street, you are sure to find something that tempts the tastebuds on this full day trip to the region.
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What to expect
Departure from Adelaide
09:15 AMPick-up from Adelaide Central Bus Station on Franklin Street or selected CBD hotels.
Morning tea — McLaren Vale Information Centre
Settle into the region over morning tea before the cellar-door visits begin.
d'Arenberg Cube — tour and wine tasting
Explore the striking five-storey Cube and taste through d'Arenberg's range of wines with a guided tasting.
Lunch — Chalk Hill Wines & Cucina Di Strada
A shared Italian-style feast paired with Chalk Hill wines in a relaxed, social setting.
Beresford Wine Tasting Pavilion
Choose from wine, craft beer, or gin tasting at Beresford's purpose-built pavilion.
Wirra Wirra Vineyards — structured tasting
A short tour of the historic Wirra Wirra property followed by a guided tasting of their flagship wines.
Return to Adelaide
05:15 PMDrop-off at Adelaide Central Bus Station or selected CBD hotels.
Meeting point
Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin Street, Adelaide SA, Australia
Meet at Adelaide Central Bus Station on Franklin Street at 09:15 AM. Selected CBD hotels are also pick-up points — confirm your hotel when booking. Present your mobile ticket to the driver-guide on boarding.
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- Mobile ticket or printed confirmation
- Valid photo ID (for age verification at cellar doors)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and a hat in warmer months
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No — a mobile ticket on your phone is accepted. Simply show your confirmation to the driver-guide when you board.
Can I be picked up from my hotel?
Yes, selected Adelaide CBD hotels are included as pick-up points. Enter your hotel name at booking to confirm it's on the route; otherwise the Central Bus Station on Franklin Street is the main departure point.
Is this suitable for non-wine drinkers?
There's a choice of wine, beer, or gin at the Beresford Pavilion, and the day includes food, gallery time, and village browsing — though wine tasting is the core focus of the tour.
Can children join the tour?
Children under 3 travel free but no seat is provided for them. Older children are welcome, though the experience is primarily designed for adults given the focus on wine and tastings.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please check the cancellation terms shown at checkout before confirming your booking, as these apply to your specific ticket.
How much free time is there to explore McLaren Vale village?
The itinerary includes free time in the main street to browse galleries and shops between guided stops — the exact duration depends on how the day flows.
Free cancellation.Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour departs. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time are non-refundable.