Private Wine Tours McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills

Experience the best of McLaren Vale with our private wine tours. Enjoy chauffeured small-group explorations, personalized itineraries, and expert local guidance. Book now!

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • McLaren Vale Wine Region - The venues listed below are just a sample of the many venues and tour itineraries available. This tour explores the world-renowned McLaren Vale wine region, celebrated for its Shiraz, Grenache, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Spanish and Italian varieties such as Fiano, Vermentino, Tempranillo, and Sangiovese also thrive here due to the region’s Mediterranean climate, offering wine enthusiasts an additional layer of discovery. Guests will have the opportunity to experience these wines in world-class cellar doors and tasting rooms.

  • d’Arenberg - Discover the marvel that is the d’Arenberg Cube. Explore the Alternate Realities Museum and enjoy the various art exhibitions on display. Conclude your visit in the Tasting Room on the top level, which offers spectacular views over McLaren Vale, the Willunga Hills, and the Gulf St. Vincent.

  • Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards Cellar Door and Winery - Visit Oliver’s Taranga’s heritage-listed 1850s stone cottage, now featuring a world-class tasting venue. Still owned by the original family with 6th generation vignerons, it produces some of the region’s most impressive wines.

  • Samuel’s Gorge - A true hidden gem. Samuel’s Gorge cellar door is located in a rustic 1853 farm shed with breathtaking views over the Onkaparinga Gorge National Park. Their wines are exceptional, predominantly red.

  • Hugo Wines - This picturesque cellar door overlooks their vineyard and showcases five generations of farming at Hugo Estate. It is an ideal lunch stop, offering generous platters.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Private transport in a Toyota Prado GXL - pick up/drop off
  • Local wine knowledgeable guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Tasting fees and food are payable directly to the venue. Tasting & entrance fees $10.00-$15.00/person per venue.
  • Lunch
  • For pick up from the Port Adelaide Cruise terminal, a A$40.00 surcharge will apply.
Additional Information

Experience the allure of McLaren Vale with tailor-made small group wine tours for up to 4 acquaintances. This exclusive service allows you to choose your own adventure or rely on us to craft an itinerary for you. Facilitated by local proprietor, Shane Buckley, the agenda is adjustable and adaptable on the day of touring. Our personalised tours provide an ideal setting to commemorate a noteworthy event or just to relish the outstanding offerings of this enchanting region. The pricing is set on a per person basis for a full day of exploration.

  • The minimum age of the traveler that can book this product is 18 years old.
Location
McLaren Vale Wine Region
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Shaun_m
Jun 22, 2024
Great experience - Shane is a great tour guide and has a lot of local knowledge. Really good day and lots of good wineries.
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Jim_k
Jun 2, 2024
Our tour - Shane was a great host with his recommendations as to the places to visit and the information that he provided in his running commentary. Great host great guide.
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May 13, 2024
Found our new faves - Shane was an awesome tour guide with access to local gems not just the big names. He did a great job of matching our taste with the perfect wineries! We would HIGHLY recommend!! Can’t wait to go back for another tour
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Oliver297e
May 3, 2024
A tour to remember - Well what a great day we had. Shane picked up my wife and I right on time. Within a short time we had struck up an easy conversation- he had selected 3 wineries to visit with a fourth to be decided after discussing with us. It was lovely day, Shane was vey knowledgeable about the area and the wines. We visited Oliver’s, Primo and enjoyed a delicious platter at Hugos - the day was rounded off at a Coriole (our choice) We would recommend a tour with Shane
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Angela_d
Apr 29, 2024
McLaren Vale day trip - Shane was a fantastic guide. He made the day so simple and memorable. We visited some beautiful vineyards and had a wonderful lunch.
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David_w
Apr 24, 2024
Terrific Wine Tour - Shane put together a great itinerary and he was very knowledgeable. His recommendations were exactly what we wanted.
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Sarahfairley
Apr 9, 2024
Best wine tour in McLaren Vale - Shane from Buckley Estate Wine Tours was fantastic, he was friendly, chivalrous and so knowledgeable about the region and wines! We had an amazing day touring McLaren Vale and really enjoyed Shane's suggestions of Samuel's Gorge and Oliver's Taranga. Definitely recommend this tour.
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Joneswa
Mar 30, 2024
Flawless Experience - We had an absolutely fantastic day with Shane. From pick-up to drop-off everything was flawless. We knew which wineries we wanted to visit, and Shane worked with us ahead of time to ensure everything was right and that we had left enough time to get from stop to stop. Shane is personable and knowledgeable about the region. He regularly checked in with us to make sure we were having a great time. He made sure we made it on time to each stop - we were never late, and we never felt rushed. I recommend this tour and Shane without hesitation.
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Pacandgopatty
Mar 28, 2024
Fantastic - Picking the winery and going to Molly Dooker winery Much better than a group tour with other people.
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Companion64048868119
Feb 25, 2024
The best way to see McLaren Vale - We had such an amazing time taking a unique and at times exclusive look at South Australia’s thriving wineries. The tour guide was knowledgeable, flexible and came with localised gold star recommendations. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a relaxing day, tasting the flavours of McLaren Vale, taking in the beautiful sight and spending quality time with who ever you choose to go with. This tour is a must do.
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