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When your cruise ship docks in Penneshaw, take a full-day shore excursion that shows you the best of Kangaroo Island’s local food and wine producers. Stop at local farms and shops to sample wine, gin, eucalyptus oil products, honey, and a lavender farm where you nibble scones served with tea or coffee.

Discover the best food and wine of the Barossa Valley on a full-day tour from Adelaide or Glenelg. Have time for wine tastings at three or four wineries throughout the day as you pass through villages such as Lyndoch, Tanunda, and Angaston. Your guide discusses the options with the group and tailors the day to your interests. You'll also stop at Maggie Beer's Farm Shop in Nuriootpa, and end the day with sweeping views from Mengler Hill.

See and taste the best of two top wine regions–the Barossa Valley and the Adelaide Hills–on one full day tour. With a small group of like-minded travelers you’ll visit over the course of the day. Learn about the region’s winemaking traditions, and spend some free time in Adelaide’s oldest German settlement, 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.

The Adelaide Central Market is a massive fresh produce market right in the heart of the city. On this morning tour of the Market, sample so much of the food on offer – fruits, baked goods and specialty goods – and learn from the growers and makers themselves about how they make their products. Designed by an expert in Australian cuisine, this tour will help you find the best of the market without getting overwhelmed.

Discover Adelaide and its surroundings on a full-day tour that combines highlights of the city with an afternoon visit to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour covers a diverse panorama of South Australian landscapes, from the coastal city's streets to the summit of Mt. Lofty and beyond. Includes either an afternoon tea or beer tasting in Hahndorf.

There's plenty to see in Adelaide and its surrounding area, but knowing where to get started can be tough. Take out the guesswork and leave the logistics to someone else on this full-day tour that checks off multiple locations in one go. From the historic town of Hahndorf (once a German settlement), to Goolwa (where the Murrey River meets the sea), and Victor Harbor (a former whaling port), plus much more, there's plenty to see and do. Lunch is included to keep things simple.

Explore more of Kangaroo Island than you could on foot when you tour on the back of a fat electric bike. You can cover more ground than when riding a regular bike, and get less tired. Save your energy for admiring the views. Ride easily over sand dunes and other challenging terrain. Look out for many species of birds, as well as koalas in the wild.

Discover the local makers and shakers on this sightseeing and tasting tour of Kangaroo Island. Perfect for people staying on the island who want to do some in-depth exploring, this guided day trip includes a raptor display featuring impressive birds of prey, a visit to a eucalyptus oil distillery, a 2-course lunch, and a tour of a honey farm. You’ll also visit Pennington Bay and swing by a local winery.

This walking tour of North Adelaide stands apart from other walking tours by focusing on the history—from the colonial era onward—and architecture of the neighborhood. Follow a full itinerary to roughly two-dozen historical sites from local homes and villas to rectories, churches, hotels, and colleges. Your guide helps tie the buildings of note to local historical figures who lived in them.

The Barossa Valley is one of the world’s great winemaking regions—and has the winery tours to match. This one stands out with luxury and flexibility. There’s room for only four in your luxury sedan—which makes for an exclusive experience—and your driver takes you to just about any winery for as long as you’d like. Follow a set itinerary or create your own.

Wander around Adelaide on this easy-paced, small-group walking tour that explores Victoria Square. Learn about the city’s history, heritage, and culture through the architecture and buildings, as well as the people associated with them. Tour highlights include Sir Francis Xavier Cathedral, Three Rivers Fountain, Adelaide Town Hall, and much more.

Stroll around the East End of Adelaide on this small-group walking tour. This area of the city is known for its mix of vintage and designer boutiques with cafes, restaurants, and pubs. It also includes several historical homes, many of which you’ll visit on the tour and learn about their inhabitants like the Victorian Villa, General Havelock Hotel, Salvation Army Women's Hostel, and more.

Explore all the highlights of Kangaroo Island—including wildlife, national parks, and food and wine—without the hassle of organizing transport, ferries, or sightseeing on this 2-day tour from Adelaide. This immersive trip includes coastal walks with a national park ranger, behind-the-scenes tours with local producers, and a visit to the Kangaroo Island wildlife sanctuary, with accommodation included on the first night only.

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.

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.

• Explore scenic bush trails, take in sweeping views of deep gorges and admire seasonal waterfalls. • Spot koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. • Small group capped at 6 hikers (contact us to discuss a private booking for larger groups). • Round trip transportation from Adelaide city centre included. Join a memorable adventure through the Australian bush and discover the beauty of Morialta Conservation Park: create memories to treasure and stunning photos to share! Wander past seasonal waterfalls, dramatic gorges and striking rock formations as your guide shares stories about the local flora and fauna. Keep an eye out for wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and colourful bird species: it’s a true paradise for nature lovers! BY THE WAY ... Check out the details of our other hike: you might love that one too! It’s called “Deep Creek Hike: Trails and Tales with a Foreign Flair”.

Walk, taste and graze at a boutique vineyard and cellar door in the Barossa Valley. Walk amongst the vines to the top of Schoff's Hill for a 360 degree view. Taste estate-grown wines in our heritage stables wine room and learn about alternative varieties. Finish the tour with a seasonal grazing lunch with views of the Barossa ranges and vineyards.

Experience Barossa Valley from the sky on this private scenic helicopter flight from Hoffnungsthal Valley, just over an hour northeast of Adelaide. Soar over rolling hills and tree-lined roads, capturing aerial views of Australia’s oldest wineries—from Seppeltsfield to Penfolds, Wolf Blass, and Jacobs Creek—along with historic towns and local attractions. Enjoy live commentary from your professional pilot and a pre-flight safety briefing for a safe, informative journey.

Australia’s strict drink-driving laws make having a designated driver more important than ever. Enjoy not just transport but the services of a knowledgeable wine guide on this affordable private McLaren Vale wine tour, direct from your central Adelaide or Glenelg address. Design your own itinerary or let your guide create one to suit your budget and your palate. All entrance fees and tastings are at your own expense.

The Barossa Valley is famous for its fertile vineyards and traditional wineries, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. Begin with hotel pickup in Adelaide and explore the Barossa Valley as your guide explains the winemaking process. Enjoy tastings at selected wineries, savor lunch at KIES Family Wines, and shop in Hahndorf.

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.

Learn about Aboriginal dreaming on this tour, after enjoying a sunset dinner overlooking the Murray River. You’ll depart from Mannum, then enjoy a short scenic drive along the river, until you reach the Swan Reach Hotel for dinner. After, head to an aboriginal cultural site over 5000 years old to learn from your guide. Everything is arranged, you just need to come hungry and curious.

Any wine adventure in the Barossa Valley—one of the world’s great wine regions—is better when you’re traveling safely. Leave transportation and logistics to your tour guide while you visit up to four cellar doors and sample a variety of local wines. A delicious lunch with a glass of wine is included. This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a fun, full-day activity near Adelaide, which is just over an hour away.