Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across South Australia

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around South Australia for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Adelaide to Melbourne 3-Day Trip Grampians and Great Ocean Road
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide to Melbourne 3-Day Trip Grampians and Great Ocean Road

This three-day road trip connects Adelaide to [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) through two of southeastern Australia's most striking landscapes. You'll spend your first day hiking through Grampians National Park, tackling ridgelines to The Pinnacle and Boroka Lookout whilst spotting native wildlife. Day two takes you south along the Shipwreck Coast, where you'll stand before the 12 Apostles and explore the dramatic geology of Loch Ard Gorge. The journey concludes winding through Great Otway National Park and along the legendary Great Ocean Road, finishing in Melbourne. Two nights in shared hostel digs, all meals, park fees, and expert driver-guide commentary included.

3 daysfrom AUD $827
Private Transfer Adelaide Airport ADL to Adelaide City & Port
★ 5.0 (3)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer Adelaide Airport ADL to Adelaide City & Port

Door-to-door private car service connecting Adelaide Airport to the city centre and port precinct in about 15 minutes. Your driver handles navigation and traffic while you settle in. Available round-the-clock with 60 minutes of wait time included at the airport—plenty of space to collect luggage and meet your driver without rushing.

15 minfrom AUD $56
Horse Trail Ride and Wine Tasting at Adelaide Hills Winery
★ 5.0 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Horse Trail Ride and Wine Tasting at Adelaide Hills Winery

Ride through Adelaide Hills vineyards on horseback, then settle in for a structured wine tasting at Petaluma. This two-hour experience pairs the physical pleasure of trail riding with the sensory education of wine appreciation. You'll cover the property's rolling terrain guided by someone who knows the land, followed by a proper tasting session for adults—soft drinks for younger guests. A straightforward way to see working vineyard country from horseback.

2 hoursfrom AUD $195
Experience SA Barossa Wine Tour- Pickup from Adelaide Area
★ 5.0 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Experience SA Barossa Wine Tour- Pickup from Adelaide Area

A seven-hour wine tour departing from Adelaide that takes you through the Barossa Valley in a comfortable seven-seater vehicle. Visit three to four independently owned wineries hand-picked by the tour operator, taste wines at each stop, and enjoy a locally sourced lunch at Z Wines. Your guide shares the region's winemaking heritage while cellar door staff pour pours and stories. The drive accounts for roughly two hours; the remaining time splits between tastings and the regional meal.

7 hoursfrom AUD $175
Complete Adelaide-City Walk and Market Experience
★ 5.0 (3)
Australia

Complete Adelaide-City Walk and Market Experience

4 hoursfrom AUD $129
From Adelaide Cruise Ship to McLaren Vale and Historic Hahndorf
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

From Adelaide Cruise Ship to McLaren Vale and Historic Hahndorf

This eight-hour cruise-ship excursion sweeps you from Adelaide through two South Australian strongholds: McLaren Vale's wine region and the German-settled village of Hahndorf. You'll taste vintages at established cellars, browse local artisan shops, and sample traditional European food in a place where 19th-century migrants left their mark. A guide handles logistics while you navigate vineyard landscapes and heritage streetscapes at a measured pace.

8 hoursfrom AUD $315
Adelaide Cosy Bar Tour East End
★ 5.0 (3)
🍹 Nightlife
Australia

Adelaide Cosy Bar Tour East End

Spend three hours navigating Adelaide's East End with a local guide who knows the neighbourhood inside out. You'll visit four carefully selected bars, each with its own character and appeal, stopping between venues to absorb the district's street art and hear stories most visitors never discover. Bring cash for drinks—budget $12–26 per bar—and prepare to understand what makes this corner of the city tick.

3 hoursfrom AUD $69
Langhorne Creek Wine Region Daytrip with Lunch from Adelaide
★ 5.0 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Langhorne Creek Wine Region Daytrip with Lunch from Adelaide

Head south-east from Adelaide to Langhorne Creek, a quietly excellent wine region that sits well outside the usual tourist trail. This eight-hour small-group tour takes you through local vineyards with tastings at multiple stops, followed by lunch paired with a complimentary glass of wine. Hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Adelaide keeps logistics simple, and the capped group size of ten means you'll get genuine attention from your guide rather than being herded through.

8 hoursfrom AUD $250
From Adelaide: 5 to 7 People Personal Tour
★ 5.0 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

From Adelaide: 5 to 7 People Personal Tour

Build your own eight-hour wine region tour from Adelaide with five to seven friends in a private vehicle. Choose between Barossa Valley, Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale, Hahndorf, or Clare Valley—or mix stops across multiple districts. Work with your dedicated guide to shape the day around your interests: cellar doors, restaurants, farm shops, or local landmarks. You set the pace and priorities; the guide navigates and provides context.

8 hoursfrom AUD $850
Adelaide Chauffeur Airport Transfer
★ 5.0 (2)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Adelaide Chauffeur Airport Transfer

Hughes provides private airport transfers in Adelaide with professional chauffeurs and a fleet of sedans, SUVs, and coaches. Operating for over 115 years across Australia, they handle arrivals and departures with 24/7 availability. The service covers the airport to your destination with climate-controlled vehicles, bottled water included, and options for child seats, luggage trailers, and assistance with prams.

5 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $121
Private Langhorne Creek Wine Region Tour from Adelaide
★ 5.0 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Langhorne Creek Wine Region Tour from Adelaide

Explore Langhorne Creek's wineries at your own pace in a private BMW sedan with experienced guide John, who brings 35 years of hospitality expertise. This six-hour tour accommodates up to four guests, letting you design the route—whether that's cellar doors, vineyard walkthroughs, regional towns, or Adelaide highlights. The flat rate covers everyone in your group, making it genuinely economical for shared travel.

6 hoursfrom AUD $698
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours Twilight Mangrove Kayak
★ 5.0 (2)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours Twilight Mangrove Kayak

Paddle through Garden Island's mangrove creeks at dusk, watching the waterways transform under head torch light. This two-hour guided kayak explores the Dolphin Sanctuary's sheltered channels, where you'll spot nesting birds and marine life against the sounds of the Adelaide wetlands. Minimal talking, maximum atmosphere—designed for couples and solo travellers seeking quiet on the water rather than commentary.

2 hoursfrom AUD $78
Natural Perfume Private Workshop in Adelaide, South Australia
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Natural Perfume Private Workshop in Adelaide, South Australia

Spend two and a quarter hours learning to craft your own natural perfume in Adelaide. You'll explore fragrance history, understand scent families and blending techniques, then compose a personalised 10ml bottle to take home. The workshop covers aromatherapy principles and practical applications for daily life, using locally sourced natural ingredients without synthetic chemicals.

2h 15mfrom AUD $170
Self Guided Ebike Winery Tour in the Adelaide Hills
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Self Guided Ebike Winery Tour in the Adelaide Hills

Explore the Adelaide Hills on a pedal-assist e-bike at your own pace over five hours. A preloaded GPS unit guides you through rolling vineyard country, removing navigation guesswork. Choose your own adventure—cruise through Belair National Park spotting koalas, or tackle the Mt Lofty wine region. Bosch-powered hardtails handle everything from gentle spins to steeper climbs with motor assistance, so you control the effort. Stop at a winery for tastings, local produce, and lunch.

5 hoursfrom AUD $175
Hahndorf and Hills Wildlife Wonders
★ 5.0 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Hahndorf and Hills Wildlife Wonders

This eight-hour tour combines Hahndorf's German heritage with Adelaide Hills wildlife spotting. Start in Australia's oldest German settlement, exploring its architecture, artisan shops and sampling regional cuisine. The afternoon shifts to the surrounding hills where you'll spot native animals in their natural habitat. Your English-speaking guide handles all the driving, and lunch is included. Expect plenty of time on the road between locations.

8 hoursfrom AUD $345
Shore Excursion: Barossa Valley Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Shore Excursion: Barossa Valley Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour

This eight-hour cruise passenger tour departs Port Adelaide and heads inland to South Australia's Barossa Valley, timed to suit ship schedules. You'll visit three to four working wineries for tastings, enjoy lunch at a cellar door restaurant, and have the option to stop at Maggie Beer's Farm Shop or the Barossa Chocolate Factory if time allows. A knowledgeable driver navigates the group through rolling vineyard country, with commentary on the region's winemaking heritage and landscape.

8 hoursfrom AUD $215
Rock Climb and Abseil - Morialta National Park
★ 5.0 (2)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Rock Climb and Abseil - Morialta National Park

Climb and abseil granite faces in Morialta Conservation Park, just 30 minutes from Adelaide's city centre. This four-hour session caters to all abilities—whether you're topping out your first route or refining technique. Accredited instructors set up multiple rock faces matched to your experience, providing all gear and technical coaching so you focus on moving upward and working through the descent.

4 hoursfrom AUD $149
Distinguished Collection Tasting with Platter
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Distinguished Collection Tasting with Platter

Taste eight wines across sparkling, white and red styles at Tapanappa, a family-run winery 25 minutes from Adelaide nestled beneath The Tiers, one of Australia's most celebrated Chardonnay vineyards. The hour-long session pairs each pour with a spread of local cheeses, cured meats, olives and chocolate, giving you a flavour of what makes these South Australian sites—Piccadilly Valley, Southern Fleurieu and Wrattonbully—distinctive.

1 hourfrom AUD $54
Adelaide Hills Divine Wine Tour
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Adelaide Hills Divine Wine Tour

Spend eight hours exploring the Adelaide Hills' wine country and heritage villages. Begin at Mount Lofty Summit for expansive valley views, then visit three cellar doors—Golding Wines, Nepenthe, and Sidewood—sampling local vintages between stops. Detour through Hahndorf to wander streets lined with German-influenced architecture and heritage buildings, and browse Beerenberg's homemade preserves and regional goods. Lunch included throughout.

8 hoursfrom AUD $295
Tastes of Chinatown Adelaide food tour
★ 5.0 (2)
Australia

Tastes of Chinatown Adelaide food tour

2 hoursfrom AUD $119
Adelaide City Full-Day Tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide City Full-Day Tour

This eight-hour guided tour covers Adelaide's key attractions, starting with pickup from your accommodation. You'll explore Rundle Mall's shops and street performers, then move through the city's cultural landmarks at a relaxed pace. Bottled water and a box of local chocolates keep you fuelled between stops. The itinerary leaves substantial time for travel between venues, so expect a measured day rather than a rushed sprint through highlights.

8 hoursfrom AUD $230
Private Tours (Group of 1-4)
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Tours (Group of 1-4)

Spend eight hours exploring South Australia's premier wine country with a dedicated driver and guide steering you through the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, or Clare Valley. This private setup means you'll visit wineries at your own pace, sample what appeals to you, and skip the driving altogether. Your guide knows the region inside out and can pivot the day based on your interests—whether that's boutique cellar doors, vineyard views, or specific producers you've heard about.

8 hoursfrom AUD $850
Port Adelaide Walking Tour and optional Dolphin Cruise
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Port Adelaide Walking Tour and optional Dolphin Cruise

A 90-minute walking tour through Port Adelaide revealing the port's gritty past, street art, and maritime heritage, followed by an optional 90-minute river cruise spotting dolphins and the Ships Graveyard. You'll discover how the area earned its reputation as Port Misery, meet the last traditional sailmaker still working in Australia, and wander heritage streets while your guide shares local stories. The tour includes a digital map and personalised tips for exploring independently afterwards. A portion of proceeds supports local homeless and indigenous organisations.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $74
Adelaide Hills Full Day Wine Tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Adelaide Hills Full Day Wine Tour

Spend eight hours exploring Adelaide Hills' independent wineries with a small operator who knows the region intimately. You'll visit family-owned producers across the rolling landscape, with tastings arranged and transport handled. The itinerary stays flexible—mention any particular vineyard you've heard about and they'll work it in. You're driven in an air-conditioned vehicle with water provided, leaving you free to focus on the wines and the countryside.

8 hoursfrom AUD $199
Full Day Barossa Valley Wineries Private Tour Min 4 to 11 person
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Full Day Barossa Valley Wineries Private Tour Min 4 to 11 person

Spend a full day exploring South Australia's Barossa Valley without leaving your Adelaide hotel or worrying about driving limits. This private tour takes groups of up to 11 through four carefully selected wineries, where you'll taste the region's celebrated Shiraz and other varieties alongside local food producers. A two-course lunch is built in, and your driver handles all logistics—you simply enjoy the wines, learn the stories, and return to the city in time for dinner.

7h 50mfrom AUD $290
Adelaide Private Airport and City Transfer
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Adelaide Private Airport and City Transfer

Private car service connecting Adelaide Airport to your destination across the city, with a driver holding a name sign ready in the arrivals hall. Journey takes around 25 minutes depending on traffic and final location. Includes an hour's free waiting time if your flight is delayed, professional bag assistance, and round-the-clock customer support. Child seats and infant restraints available on request.

25 minfrom AUD $167
Romantic Horse Trail Ride with Wine and Food in Adelaide Hills
★ 5.0 (1)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Romantic Horse Trail Ride with Wine and Food in Adelaide Hills

Saddle up for a three-hour trail through Adelaide Hills vineyards on horseback, stopping for tastings of local wines and a spread of savoury and sweet bites. Designed as a couples' experience, this ride pairs the meditative rhythm of riding through rolling vineyard country with food and drink that anchor the afternoon. A guide leads throughout, and all fitness levels are welcome.

3 hoursfrom AUD $295
Private Introduction to Aboriginal Art Workshop in Adelaide
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Private Introduction to Aboriginal Art Workshop in Adelaide

Learn Kaurna art traditions directly from a First Nations guide in this two-hour workshop on Adelaide's traditional lands. You'll explore the symbolism and history behind Aboriginal artistic practices, then create your own piece using provided materials. The session wraps with time to browse the gallery and gift shop. Operates as a private booking with a minimum of six participants.

2 hoursfrom AUD $75
Adelaide "Firsts" Walking Tour - From Grid Plans to Great Wine
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Adelaide "Firsts" Walking Tour - From Grid Plans to Great Wine

Self-guided audio walking tour through Adelaide's urban planning heritage and wine culture. Narrated by Dave, a town planner, this 2–4 hour experience unpacks Colonel Light's geometric street layout and traces the city's evolution into a wine powerhouse. Navigate at your own pace using turn-by-turn directions, maps, and historical commentary on your phone or tablet. Discover lesser-known corners and stories that shaped Adelaide's identity.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $25
Enchanting Adelaide Private Walking Tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Enchanting Adelaide Private Walking Tour

A 2.5-hour private walking tour of Adelaide with a local guide who knows the city's corners. You'll move through Victoria Square, peek into major museums and galleries, stroll the Botanic Garden, and spot the architecture that defines the place. The pace suits everyone, families included, and you're free to linger wherever catches your eye.

2h 30mfrom AUD $654
Panorama Experience
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Panorama Experience

This intimate tasting unfolds across a private Adelaide Hills vantage point designed for small groups. You'll settle in with a gourmet spread paired alongside either Champagne or the winery's own Blanc de Blancs, taking in the region's rolling terrain for two hours. It's a straightforward way to sample quality wines without the usual cellar-door formality.

2 hoursfrom AUD $550
Wines and Whispers:Barossa Valley Private Wine Tour from Adelaide
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Wines and Whispers:Barossa Valley Private Wine Tour from Adelaide

A private 8-hour wine tour through South Australia's Barossa Valley, departing Adelaide. Visit three quality vineyards to taste alongside lunch at a local kitchen, call in at the Whispering Wall's acoustic quirk, and climb Mengler Hill for valley views. A guide drives you through the region's winemaking heartland, taking you past heritage estates and working vineyards to understand how the district earned its reputation.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1461
A Taste of Adelaide Central Markets Food Tour
★ 5.0 (34)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

A Taste of Adelaide Central Markets Food Tour

Spend 50 minutes navigating Adelaide Central Markets with a local guide, stopping at 10 stalls for a proper grazing lunch of South Australian produce. You'll hear the stories of the stallholders who've built this market, taste your way through the season's best, and know that part of your ticket goes directly to local charities. Choose between 11am or 1pm, with groups kept to 10 people so you're not jostling through crowds.

50 minfrom AUD $59
4 Days Private Walking Tour in South Australia
★ 5.0 (22)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

4 Days Private Walking Tour in South Australia

Walk the Heysen Trail across South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, a four-day trek through Deep Creek National Park and beyond, starting just 90 minutes from Adelaide. This outfit has spent three decades running trips here, so they've refined the logistics to let you focus on walking. You'll cover spectacular coastal terrain with a small group (max eight people), stay in the park each night, and eat proper meals—think wine-paired dinners and fresh breakfasts—without carrying a heavy pack.

4 daysfrom AUD $2885
Private Adelaide Walking Tour
★ 5.0 (19)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Private Adelaide Walking Tour

A two-hour private walking tour led by a lifelong Adelaide resident who introduces you to the city's layered past and present-day character. Starting from the CBD, you'll navigate main thoroughfares and encounter key sites like Adelaide Arcade and Town Hall, concluding at the Central Market. Beyond architectural landmarks, your guide shares how historical currents have shaped the city's contemporary vibe and offers insider tips for the rest of your visit.

2 hoursfrom AUD $109
Hidden Adelaide: Laneways and Street Art Tour
★ 4.9 (11)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Hidden Adelaide: Laneways and Street Art Tour

A two-hour walking tour that navigates Adelaide's laneways and back alleys to reveal street art, murals, and the stories woven into the city's urban fabric. You'll encounter lesser-known historical figures, discover curious landmarks like Adelaide's tiniest door, and learn how local artists have transformed forgotten corners. The guide shares insider knowledge of the evolving creative scene whilst mapping out additional art spots and recommendations for your stay. A donation supports local charities.

2 hoursfrom AUD $64
Adelaide City Highlights via Hahndorf Half-Day Tour
★ 4.8 (6)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide City Highlights via Hahndorf Half-Day Tour

A four-hour guided loop through Adelaide's core neighbourhoods and the nearby hills. Your driver navigates you past significant buildings and viewpoints, stopping to explore Hahndorf—a historic German settlement in the Adelaide Hills—before returning to the city. You'll hear local stories and gain perspective on how Adelaide's layout and landmarks shaped its character. Water and a chocolate gift are provided; plan lunch separately.

4 hoursfrom AUD $159
Hahndorf and Hills Wine and/or Gin Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Hahndorf and Hills Wine and/or Gin Tour

An eight-hour loop through Adelaide's hills combining craft producers and cellar doors. You'll start with a factory tour and tasting at Haigh's Chocolates, climb to Mount Lofty Summit for views across the city, then venture into gin at Grunthal Brew before rolling through the villages of Stirling, Aldgate and Bridgewater. The afternoon settles into wine country—a flight at Golding Wines, local preserves at Beerenberg Strawberry Farm Shop, and a final tasting at Sidewood Cellar Door in Hahndorf. Lunch and all venue fees included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $330
Shore Excursion: Hahndorf & Barossa Valley including Lunch
★ 4.0 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Shore Excursion: Hahndorf & Barossa Valley including Lunch

This eight-hour shore excursion from Port Adelaide takes you through two of South Australia's standout regions. You'll spend time in the Barossa Valley sampling wines at two separate producers and enjoying lunch at one cellar door, then explore the historic German settlement of Hahndorf at your own pace. The itinerary syncs with ship schedules, so you can relax knowing the timing works around your vessel's departure.

8 hoursfrom AUD $215
Adelaide Hills Food and Wine Tour
★ 4.0 (1)
Australia

Adelaide Hills Food and Wine Tour

8 hoursfrom AUD $189
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