Taste your way through the Adelaide Hills on a full-day tour that pairs chocolate, gin and cool-climate wines with panoramic views from Mount Lofty and free time in historic Hahndorf. Expect short walks, cellar-door hospitality and regional food tastings.
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A morning fog lifts off the gullies as the minibus climbs out of Adelaide and into the cool folds of the Mount Lofty Ranges. By mid-morning you’re peeling off at Haigh’s Chocolates, following the warm scent of tempering machines and tasting a glossy sample while the guide outlines the day’s route.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—expect light walking and standing during tastings; not strenuous.
Wildlife
History
Hahndorf was established in 1839 by German Lutheran settlers and retains strong German heritage visible in its architecture, food and family-run shops.
Conservation
The Adelaide Hills are a patchwork of private farms, remnant bushland and vineyards—stay on designated paths, avoid feeding wildlife, and support producers who use sustainable viticulture practices.
Reserve your spot on the Hahndorf and Hills Wine and/or Gin Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring photo ID
Most cellar doors and gin tastings will require valid ID for alcohol service—carry a passport or driver's license.
Layer up for the summit
Mount Lofty can be breezy even on warm days—pack a light windbreaker for the lookout stop.
Hydrate between tastings
Alcohol and hills make for dehydration—keep a refillable water bottle and sip between flights.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll walk short distances on mixed surfaces in pubs and vineyards; closed-toe shoes are best.
Photo ID
Required for alcohol tastings at cellar doors and distilleries.
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden hilltop breezes or light showers in the Adelaide Hills.
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Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated between tastings and during short walks.
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Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Useful for vineyard paths, farm stops and walking Hahndorf’s main street.