Adelaide Hills / Cool Climate / Full Day
Adelaide Hills
Wine Tour
South Australia's premier cool-climate wine region, just 30 minutes from Adelaide. Elegant Pinot Noir, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, sparkling wines, and a visit to the historic German village of Hahndorf - all in one unforgettable day.
What's Included
What to Expect on Your Adelaide Hills Wine Tour
Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc & sparkling
Cool-Climate Wines
The Adelaide Hills sits at elevations of 400 to 700 metres above sea level, creating a cool climate that produces wines of exceptional finesse. Expect elegant Pinot Noir, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, vibrant Chardonnay, and some of Australia's finest sparkling wines.
Australia's oldest German settlement
Hahndorf Village
Our Adelaide Hills wine tour includes a visit to Hahndorf, the best-preserved German colonial village in Australia. Founded in 1839, the heritage main street is lined with artisan galleries, German bakeries, and boutique shops that make it a highlight of any Adelaide Hills day.
Deep Adelaide Hills knowledge
Expert Local Guide
Your guide has lived and breathed the Adelaide Hills for years. They know every cellar door, every winemaker, and every story behind the vines - sharing insights that transform a pleasant day out into an unforgettable South Australian wine experience.
About the Adelaide Hills
South Australia's Cool-Climate Wine Region
The Adelaide Hills wine region sits in the Mount Lofty Ranges, just 20 to 30 kilometres east of Adelaide. At elevations between 400 and 700 metres above sea level, the region experiences a distinctly cooler climate than the Adelaide plains below - a difference of up to 5 degrees Celsius on a summer day. That cooler growing season is the key to what makes Adelaide Hills wines so special.
Where the Barossa Valley is famous for bold, powerful Shiraz from old vines baked in summer heat, the Adelaide Hills produces wines of a completely different character. The region's Sauvignon Blanc is some of the most vibrant and aromatic in Australia. The Pinot Noir is elegant and silky. The Chardonnay has genuine structure and finesse. And the sparkling wines - made in the traditional method from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir - rival anything produced in Champagne.
Our Adelaide Hills wine tour from Adelaide combines visits to 2 to 3 hand-picked cellar doors with a stop in Hahndorf, Australia's oldest surviving German settlement. The combination of world-class cool-climate wines, stunning hill scenery, and the charm of a 180-year-old heritage village makes this one of the finest day trips available from Adelaide. With hotel pickup included and a maximum group size that keeps the experience personal, it's the perfect way to explore the Adelaide Hills wine region.
Shaw + Smith
One of the Adelaide Hills' most celebrated producers. Shaw + Smith is renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. The cellar door at Balhannah offers stunning views over the vineyards.
Deviation Road
A family-owned estate perched high in the Adelaide Hills near Longwood. Deviation Road is famous for its sparkling wines, made in the traditional method, and for a cellar door experience that feels genuinely personal.
Sidewood Estate
A beautiful estate in Onkaparinga Hills producing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Shiraz. The cellar door overlooks a working apple orchard and vineyard, and the wines are consistently excellent.
Golding Wines
A boutique family winery in the Lenswood sub-region, producing cool-climate varietals with real personality. The cellar door is relaxed and welcoming, with wines that reflect the character of the Adelaide Hills perfectly.
Adelaide Hills Wine Tour
Book Your Adelaide Hills Day Tour
Contact us to discuss your perfect Adelaide Hills wine tour. Small group shared tours and private charters are both available. We tailor every tour to your group.
- ✓Adelaide CBD hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓2 to 3 curated Adelaide Hills cellar door visits
- ✓Hahndorf village stop included
- ✓Expert local guide throughout the day
- ✓Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓All winery entry and tasting fees included
- ✓Small group and private charter options
Get in Touch Today
Call or email Greig to plan your perfect Adelaide Hills wine tour from Adelaide. We're happy to answer any questions about the region, the cellar doors, or the itinerary.
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Guest Reviews
What Guests Say About Our Adelaide Hills Tours
“We have done wine tours all over Australia and this was by far the best. Greig is passionate, knowledgeable and genuinely cares about every guest. The Barossa is stunning and this is the only way to see it.”
Carol & Tony B.
Barossa Valley Wine Tour · Perth, WA
“We booked as a family of six and it was the perfect day out. The paddle steamer cruise was the highlight. Beautiful scenery and such a relaxed pace. Will definitely book again next time we visit Adelaide.”
Sandra K.
Hills Tour & River Murray Cruise · Melbourne, VIC
“From the moment we were picked up, everything was first class. Small group meant we got personal attention. The Granite Island causeway walk was stunning. Highly recommended to anyone visiting South Australia.”
James & Helen R.
Victor Harbor & Fleurieu Peninsula · Brisbane, QLD
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