Are wine tastings included in the tour price?

Yes, wine tastings at selected wineries are included in the ticket price.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

Yes, lunch is included, with locations varying depending on the day.

Can cruise ship passengers be picked up and dropped off at the port?

Absolutely; the tour includes complimentary cruise ship pickups and drop-offs.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The tour welcomes all ages, but participants under 18 will not participate in wine tastings.

How much walking is involved?

The tour involves light walking through village streets and winery grounds, suitable for most fitness levels.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated during lunch?

Please notify Bums On Seats in advance to accommodate dietary needs.

McLaren Vale & Hahndorf Wine Tour by Bums On Seats | Boat Tour

Just an hour’s drive south of Adelaide lies McLaren Vale, a landscape defined by rolling vineyards and sun-soaked hills that yield some of Australia’s finest wines. Nearby, the quaint village of Hahndorf stands apart with its heritage as Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement, its streets lined with timber-framed buildings and shops brimming with artisanal goods. Bums On Seats offers an eight-hour guided tour through this vibrant region, combining cultural heritage, culinary indulgence, and sensory-rich wine tasting into a seamless adventure.

From the moment the cruise ship passengers are welcomed with convenient pickups, the day unravels with visits to iconic local highlights. Hahndorf’s distinctive German architecture provides a charming backdrop as guests roam cobblestone streets, discover a cuckoo clock shop, and stop for a coffee paired with decadent cakes. The experience balances history and hospitality, rooted in the village’s 19th-century origins.

Wine lovers will appreciate stops at select McLaren Vale wineries, where expert guides lead tastings of robust reds and crisp whites grown in this temperate Mediterranean climate. The tour’s centerpiece is a visit to D’Arenberg Cube—a uniquely designed five-story building crafted to ignite all the senses, blending art, architecture, and the science of winemaking.

Sweet finishes come courtesy of Menz FruChocs’ historic chocolate shop, a business steeped in Australian confectionery tradition since 1850. Here, smooth fruit chocolates offer a sensory end note that rounds out a day of rich flavor and cultural immersion.

Bums On Seats brings this region’s natural beauty, history, and flavor into sharp focus with expert logistics, intimate group sizes, and a carefully curated itinerary that highlights why McLaren Vale and Hahndorf remain standout destinations in South Australia’s outdoor and culinary scene.