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Hahndorf and the surrounding Adelaide Hills are hard to explore from Adelaide without a car. Let a guide handle the driving on a day trip that pairs visits to a farm, a chocolatier, and an opal store with free time to browse the village’s German-heritage streets. Morning tea and lunch are provided, with a photo stop at Mount Lofty Summit along the way.

Skip a pedestrian visit to the Adelaide Oval—one of the region’s most recognized landmarks—for an excursion to the roof with unique city views. After a safety briefing and climbing into your suit and harness, follow your guide across a link bridge to an open viewing deck. From there, have the chance to walk a lean-out point 164 feet (50 meters) above the Oval’s cricket field.

Discover the essence of the city with our Highlights Half-Day Tour! This expertly curated experience takes you to the must-see landmarks and hidden gems, all in just a few hours. Enjoy a comfortable ride as our knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories and insights about Adelaide City, Mount Lofty and Hahndorf.

Maximize your time in Adelaide—and leave the logistics to someone else—on this full-day tour of the city’s highlights. Follow your local guide to all of the city’s best spots, including Glenalg Beach, St. Peter’s Cathedral, and Mount Lofty Summit for panoramic views. Stop at Adelaide Central Market for lunch (not included) and enjoy extended time to explore the German village of Hahndorf.

There’s no doubt that South Australia’s Barossa Valley is a world-class wine region, with its Syrah and Shiraz gracing sommeliers’ lists throughout the world. On this single-day tour, discover the valley’s oenological heritage without having to check out of your Adelaide accommodation, and without having to carefully count every taster to stay under the drink-drive limit. Stops to sample local produce and enjoy a local lunch round out this fulsome experience of the Barossa Valley.

Learn more about Adelaide through its food than you could alone on this fun food-focused tour of the central city. With a small group of like-minded travelers visit many boutique food shops and markets, sampling local produce as you go. Stop for lunch and have time to shop at the Central Market. This is an ideal activity for chefs, foodies, and anyone who enjoys tasty food.

Discover Adelaide’s spectacular wildlife and rich maritime history during this fascinating guided Port River cruise, on a modern boat with a bathroom on board. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins at the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary—and maybe calves at warmer times of year—then capture epic photos of rusting hulks in the river’s Ships’ Graveyard. Birders will enjoy a glide by the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary, too.

Although a tour through the Barossa Valley offers the chance to see some of Australia’s finest scenery, the best view of this slice of Australian wine country is from the air. Take in the totality of the Barossa region during this short scenic flight, departing from Hoffnungsthal Valley. This tour offers a perspective that’s not available on an on-the-ground wine tour; see the scale of the plantings in the valley, as well as the Jacob’s Creek winery’s extensive tank farm.

The Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills are some of the best places to visit from Adelaide for visitors who love wine, food, and small-town charm. But planning your own trip and worrying about a designated driver can make it tricky. Take a group tour with hotel pickup, and let your driver-guide handle the logistics as you enjoy carefree wine tasting, a restaurant lunch, and free time in Hahndorf.

Immerse yourself in South Australia's wine heritage on this tour of McLaren Vale. With a designated driver ready to go, enjoy a relaxing trip past the Onkaparinga Hills and onto two of the region's wineries. Refine your palette with local wine tastings before journeying over to Glenelg to take in the coastline. Perfect for travelers looking for a leisurely activity to break up their vacation.

Discover Adelaide on a morning coach tour that introduces you to the history and highlights of the cosmopolitan capital city of South Australia. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour covers the Botanic Park, Adelaide Oval, St. Peter’s Cathedral, and more, and includes a visit to the National Wine Centre of Australia. Tour starts from an easy-to-find central-Adelaide location, for your convenience.

Experience the wineries of the Barossa Valley, without worrying about driving, on this private tasting tour. Over the course of the day, visit several wineries for tastings as well as a local farm shop. Plus enjoy a generous lunch and beautiful valley views as you explore the region. Includes round-trip transfers from your hotel or home in Adelaide for a hassle-free day out.

The Adelaide Central Market is one of the southern hemisphere’s largest food markets and a thriving cultural hub. Rather than show up without knowing which stalls to visit, tour the market with a guide who takes you to sample tried-and-true winners. While you sample food, your guide also tells you about the history of migration in South Australia and how it has influenced the food culture.

Meet some of Australia’s most beloved native animals on this day trip from Adelaide to Cleland Wildlife Park in the Adelaide Hills. Learn about koalas, feed wallabies and kangaroos under staff supervision, be amused by wombats and emus, and observe dingos, Tasmanian devils and more. Then, visit the Mt. Lofty Summit for panoramic views and photo ops.

Venture into Adelaide's surroundings on this half-day tour of the charming village of Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest German settlement. Soak up panoramic views of Adelaide from the summit of Mt. Lofty without breaking a sweat, and then shop, dine, and stroll at your leisure among the Germanic-style architecture.

Maximize your time in Adelaide and experience sights that many tourists miss on a bike ride between the city and the sea. At a relaxed pace, you’ll cycle to the vibrant Riverside Precinct and visit Henley Beach for morning brunch. Pedal along the River Torrens Linear trail and parallel to the south Australian coastline to discover its white sand beaches. Finally, explore Glenelg town and return to Adelaide on the iconic Glenelg tram.

Discover the supernatural side of the Adelaide Gaol on a 2-hour ghost tour of the historic prison. Rumored to be one of Australia’s most haunted locations, the Adelaide Gaol is also one of the oldest buildings in the city. Hear spooky stories of prisoners from the past and their ghosts who are rumored to still haunt the building. Learn about Adelaide’s history and its most notorious criminals as your guide shares informative and entertaining commentary on this spine-tingling evening tour.

Taste your way through the Barossa Valley on this wine and food tour from Adelaide. Home to some of South Australia’s most renowned wineries, the region also produces culinary delights such as cider, baked goods, and jam. Visit both big and small wineries for tastings, plus enjoy lunch with wine at Lambert Estate. Travel with a guide and learn all about winemaking in the region.

North Terrace lines up many of Adelaide’s cultural institutions and historic buildings along a single avenue, making it easy to walk past the stories behind them. Stroll the street with a guide and pass sights such as Parliament House, an 1838 church, the colonial-era Ayers House, and the National War Memorial. Along the way, see the casino housed in a restored 1920s railway station.

Go wine tasting in the Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf on a full-day hop-on hop-off winery tour from Adelaide. Ride into the scenic hills on a looping circuit that stops at 10–15 venues and takes about an hour to complete: most travelers have time to explore about four stops over the course of the day. Return to the city in the late afternoon with arrival in Adelaide CBD at approximately 5pm.

The Barossa Valley, a world-class wine region, is home to more than 150 wineries, making local knowledge essential. Enjoy a fully tailored private tour with visits matched to your interests. Your fee covers guiding and round-trip transportation for groups up to six, with hotel pickup included. Your guide, also your driver, recommends wineries and a restaurant suited to your tastes and budget.

With over 27 years in Adelaide & the Tourism Industry we have great knowledge about Adelaide and Hahndorf. This is a Narrated Tour and is subject to change as sometimes we have requests to maybe go a longer way thru the Adelaide Hills weather permitting. Visit Mount Lofty and then journey begins to visit another area along the way or spend more time in Hahndorf itself. It is a group tour, totally a shared experience and numbers can reach up to 25 in a day and can be accommodated in a car, minibus, and bus/coach.

‘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 packs a punch as far as must do highlights when visiting Adelaide. City Tour, Mount Lofty Lookout, 2 hours to explore Township of Hahndorf, then off to McLaren Vale to enjoy wine tasting and more sightseeing. Wine tasting at the beautiful Kay Brothers Winery and the stunning Haselgrove Wines, photo opportunities and a scenic drive along the coastline with a 15 min stop in seaside suburb of Glenelg. You can choose to stay in Glenelg and watch the sunset, and catch the tram back to Adelaide at your convenience, or jump back on board and head back to Adelaide for drop off.

Welcome to Adelaide, a city that doesn’t rush to impress — yet quietly wins you over. Wide streets, fresh air, and parklands create a calm that feels intentional, not accidental. This walk reveals Adelaide step by step: food-filled laneways, lively markets, grand civic buildings, playful public art, leafy squares, and riverside pauses. One moment you’re following the smell of dumplings, the next you’re standing among stories carved in stone and bronze. Adelaide’s magic is balance. Heritage sits easily beside modern life, culture feels confident without being loud, and the city invites you to slow down. Walk at your own pace. Linger, wander, grab a coffee. Adelaide works best when you let it set the rhythm — and it’s very good at that.