Bike through spectacular scenery on easy, flat and safe trails
Cruise along quiet roads and tracks, drinking in the views
Ride through charming landscapes with vintage delights
Feel the breeze in your hair and gaze in awe at the beautiful vistas
Enjoy the local produce on offer along the way
The paths and trails used on this tour really enhance the trip as they are truly delightful to ride
Enjoy making new friends and experiencing culinary delights along the way
Cycle past and into incredible vineyards and soak up the picturesque landscapes
Savour the pleasant riding and appreciate the knowledge of your local experienced guide

Tour de South Australia Vineyards

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7 days
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Experience the famous Barossa, Clare Valley, and equally impressive McLaren Vale wine regions from the saddle of a bike on this unique tour. Enjoy fun, off-road cycling amidst beautiful scenery, paired with iconic wines and sumptuous food. Biking on easy, safe, and well-laid off-road paths, you'll discover the incredible food and wine of South Australia on this fantastic cycling adventure. Visit world-class cellar doors for wine tastings, explore the Riesling Trail in the Clare Valley, the Shiraz Trail in McLaren Vale, and the Amy Gillett Rail Trail. Savour the best of Australia's gourmet region on this unforgettable journey.

  • Category
    Easy-going & Leisurely
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    1 - Beginner
  • Activity Level
    1 - Easy
  • Elevation
    1 - Easy
  • Terrain
    Agricultural
  • Distance
    90.1 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    18 miles
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Quick Stats

  • Duration
    7 days
  • Main Destination
    South Australia
  • Distance
    90.1 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    18 miles
  • Elevation
    1 - Easy
  • Terrain
    Agricultural

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Itinerary Details

  1. Day 1Arrival

    Arrive in Adelaide and transfer to your accommodation at The Mayfair Hotel. Take some time to explore the wonderful city, and enjoy a lovely restaurant dinner on your first night as you get excited about the adventure ahead.

    • The Mayfair Hotel
    • Dinner
  2. Day 2Cycling in Barossa

    Today, you'll head to the Barossa for a day filled with cycling, wine tasting, and gourmet food sampling. As you cycle the mostly off-road Barossa Cycling Trail, you'll visit iconic venues like Maggie Beer's, Penfolds, St Hallett's, and others. Our centrally located accommodation at Barossa Weintal allows for easy access to the trail. Tonight, we'll enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant.

    Meals: Full breakfast at the hotel, platter lunch in Barossa, restaurant dinner in Tanunda.

    • 18.6 miles
    • Weintal or Novotel Resort, Barossa
    • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  3. Day 3Cycling the Riesling Trail to Clare

    This morning, you'll transfer to Auburn (1 hr) to start the Riesling Rail Trail. Hop on your bikes and set out for a relaxed ride with plenty of scheduled stops along the way. Enjoy a full gourmet lunch at the renowned Skillogalee Winery. Overnight accommodations are in Clare at the Clare Valley Country Club, with dinner included at a local gourmet venue.

    Meals: Full breakfast at hotel, Lunch at Skillogalee, Restaurant dinner in Clare

    • 21.7 miles
    • Clare Valley Country Club
    • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  4. Day 4Cycling the Riesling Trail and return to Auburn

    The following day, ride back to Auburn along a slightly different route with plenty of optional diversions. Enjoy a gourmet platter-style lunch at the stunning O’Leary Walker Winery. After lunch, we'll transfer to Hahndorf in the beautiful Adelaide Hills (1.5 hr drive) – a very scenic journey. Check into your accommodation at the charming 'The Manna Haus.' Embrace Hahndorf’s German heritage and perhaps visit one of the local beer halls.

    Meals: Full breakfast at hotel, winery lunch

    • 18.6 miles
    • The Manna Haus
    • Breakfast and Lunch
  5. Day 5Cycling the Amy Gillett Pathway in the Adelaide Hills

    After breakfast, enjoy a short transfer to the start of the Amy Gillett trail. Today's cycling takes you through the picturesque Adelaide Hills, with stops at Melba’s Chocolate Factory, Woodside Cheese Wrights, and lunch at the charming Lobethal Road Winery. The afternoon is free for you to explore the delightful village of Hahndorf. In the evening, enjoy a very special dinner at the exclusive Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant at Mt Lofty House.

    Meals: Full breakfast, Winery lunch, Exclusive degustation dinner at awarded Mt Lofty House

    • 15.5 miles
    • The Manna Haus
    • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  6. Day 6Cycling the Shiraz Trail in McLaren Vale

    Enjoy breakfast before transferring through the scenic Kuitpo Forest to McLaren Vale, where you'll ride the paved Shiraz Trail. You'll cycle past rows of vineyards with the Southern Ocean in the distance. Visit historic Willunga, sample some local wine, and enjoy a special winemaker's tour and lunch at Wirra Wirra. Explore the iconic d’Arenberg “Cube” before heading back to Adelaide for your final night and heartfelt farewells.

    Meals: Full breakfast, Winery tour with lunch

    • 15.5 miles
    • Mayfair Hotel
    • Breakfast and Lunch
  7. Day 7Depart Adelaide

    Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then take some time to exchange details with your new and old friends before embarking on your onward journeys.

    • Breakfast