Top Activities on the Ground in Adelaide

Maximize your time in Adelaide and experience sights that many tourists miss on a bike ride between the city and the sea. At a relaxed pace, you’ll cycle to the vibrant Riverside Precinct and visit Henley Beach for morning brunch. Pedal along the River Torrens Linear trail and parallel to the south Australian coastline, a visual feast of white sand beaches. Finally, explore Glenelg town and opt to return to Adelaide by tour bus or on the iconic Glenelg tram. Small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Enjoy McLaren Vale on two wheels on an easy-paced bike tour that highlights the bucolic beauty of this renowned South Australian wine region. Cycle through Kuitpo Forest and past pretty vineyards as you make your way to at least two wineries for wine tastings of regional varietals like shiraz. A lunch of fresh produce from local farms is included, as is round-trip transport from Adelaide to McLaren Vale, where you start biking. This tour is limited to nine people to provide a small-group experience with personalized attention from a guide.

Experience the natural beauty of the Adelaide region on a downhill bike tour from the summit of Mount Lofty. With a guide, you’ll start your bike ride at the highest point of the Mt Lofty Ranges, where you can marvel at the panoramic vista before hopping on your mountain bike and taking off down the hill. Make a stop at Cleland Wildlife Park to spot kangaroos and koalas, and stay energized with morning tea. Round-trip transportation by comfortable 4WD vehicle from Adelaide to Mount Lofty is included. This tour is limited to nine people to provide a small-group experience with personalized attention.

Combine a visit to Cleland Wildlife Park and a hike from Waterfall Gully to Mt. Lofty during this full-day tour from Adelaide. This self-guided experience includes round-trip transportation from accommodations in the Adelaide CBD, plus water, snacks, and a map to guide you.

Skip a pedestrian visit to the Adelaide Oval—one of the region’s most recognized landmarks—for an excursion to the roof with unique city views. After a safety briefing and climbing into your suit and harness, follow your guide across a link bridge to an open viewing deck. From there, have the chance to walk a lean-out point 164 feet (50 meters) above the Oval’s cricket field.

This leisurely small-group walking tour explores the North Terrace area of Adelaide. Filled with cultural institutions and other public buildings, this mile-long avenue also boasts many historical buildings, including an 1838 church, the colonial-era Ayers House, and the Adelaide Casino in a restored 1920s railway station. Tour highlights include Parliament House, Adelaide University, the War Memorial, and more.

Venture out of Adelaide on a full-day tour that travels to the McLaren Vale wine region, and the charming towns of Hahndorf, Goolwa, and Victor Harbor. Enjoy wine and food tastings (own expense) in McLaren Vale and stop at The Almond Train. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Wander around Adelaide on this easy-paced, small-group walking tour that explores Victoria Square. Learn about the city’s history, heritage, and culture through the architecture and buildings, as well as the people associated with them. Tour highlights include Sir Francis Xavier Cathedral, Three Rivers Fountain, Adelaide Town Hall, and much more.

Visit South Australia’s Barossa Valley wine region on this day trip from Adelaide that includes tastings at four wineries, plus a winery lunch. With a guide, discover Peter Lehmann, Chateau Yaldara and Langmeil Winery for a well-rounded winery experience that introduces you to varietals from both established and newer wine producers. Learn insider facts about winemaking in this renowned region, and stop by other attractions like the Whispering Wall and Mengler’s Hill Lookout. This tour is limited to 20 people.

Travel from Adelaide to the historic Murray River on an 8-hour day trip that includes a lunch-time cruise, a great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves. Afterwards, you'll take in the Murray River landscape from the coach, stopping for photo ops and sweeping views. Visit a chocolate factory and cheese maker in Woodside on the return journey to Adelaide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Please note: Effective from May 3, 2018, due to roadworks on Frome Street, the temporary pick-up location for guests staying at the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel and Mantra on Frome will be 16, Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide.

Spend a day in Barossa on this wine and food tour from Adelaide. Home to some of South Australia’s most renowned wineries, the region also produces countryside culinary delights like cider, baked goods and jam. You’ll visit both big and small wineries, for tastings of varietals like shiraz, plus check out local businesses like Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop and enjoy a 2-course lunch with wine at Lambert Estate. You will be travelling with a guide, who shares information about winemaking in the region.

Discover the highlights of the Barossa Valley wine region on a full-day hop-on hop-off winery tour from Adelaide. Explore at your own pace when you hop off at your choice of 10–12 wineries and eateries on the route. The full circuit takes about one hour to complete, and you'll have time to hop on or off at the selected stops. Sample the wine and food options (own expense) at your leisure before returning to Adelaide in the late afternoon.

Taste local wine at the best wineries in McLaren Vale on this small-group tour from Adelaide, with all transportation provided. Appreciate the wine samples without the worry of having to drive. Experience the scenery of your sojourn through the Fleurieu Peninsula. Lunch is included with a glass of wine. Groups are limited to 10 for an intimate experience.

Travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s most popular wildlife destinations, on this activity-filled day trip by ferry and coach. On the island, discover its natural attractions and local animals, from Vivonne Bay and Seal Bay Conservation Park to the Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase National Park, Admirals Arch and more. Spot wallabies, echidnas, fur seals, koalas and, of course, kangaroos.

Discover Adelaide and its surroundings on a full-day tour that combines highlights of the city with an afternoon visit to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour covers a diverse panorama of South Australia's landscapes, from the coastal city's streets to the summit of Mount Lofty and beyond. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Please note: Effective from May 3, 2018, due to roadworks on Frome Street, the temporary pick-up location for guests staying at the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel and Mantra on Frome will be 16, Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide.

Explore the Adelaide Hills and the town of Hahndorf on a half-day tour from Adelaide. Your driver takes you through historic villages that dot the Mount Lofty Ranges and stops in Hahndorf for the afternoon. Includes afternoon tea or beer tasting, air-conditioned transportation, on-board commentary, and pickup and drop-off at select hotels. Please note: Effective from May 3, 2018, due to roadworks on Frome Street, the temporary pick-up location for guests staying at the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel and Mantra on Frome will be 16, Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide.

Australia is an enormous country, so join a tour to see as much as you can in a short time. On this ten-day, all-inclusive camping tour—starting in Adelaide in the south and crossing the outback to Perth in the west—you’ll experience sweeping desert and ancient forest, hike through national parks and learn about Aboriginal culture, plus much more. All activities are included.

Experience the scenery between Waterfall Gully and Mount Lofty on a self-guided hike from Adelaide including hotel pickup and drop-off. Hike through Cleland Conservative Park, an area famed for its abundance of exotic flora and fauna, and marvel at the natural splendor of Waterfall Gully. Ascend to the summit of Mount Lofty to witness spectacular views of the Adelaide Plains and explore the area at your own pace.

Take a private 3.5-hour trike tour of the Barossa Valley that can be customized to your interests. Via headsets in the helmet you can hear your driver-guide’s commentary as you travel to top sights and stop to sample the region’s great food and wine. You might visit Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop, Barossa Valley Cheese Company, and breweries and wineries.

Save time—and beat the heat of the South Australian summer—as you soak up Adelaide’s vibrant street art scene with your own private driver/guide. Traveling in an eco-friendly electric-assisted pedicab, get off the track into the Beirut Quarter, admire the CBD’s largest murals, discover bohemian cafés in quiet lanes, stop by the landmark Art Gallery of South Australia, and explore the city’s creative hub, the West End.

If you’re travelling between Adelaide and Melbourne, don’t miss out on the landbased treasures in between the two cities. Instead, opt for a 2-day tour via the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park, ideal for travelers wanting to see more of Australia. Hike to waterfalls and lookout points in Grampians National Park, marvel at the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road, observe koalas in Kennett River, and explore the town of Apollo Bay. Accommodation, entrance fees, hotel pickup, and select meals are included.

This 3-Day Flinders Ranges Outback Tour operates from Adelaide. Travel with a small group in luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Benz vehicles with two nights at the award-winning Rawnsley Park Station. Rawnsley Park Station will be a highlight on this tour with true outback hospitality and Aussie station experiences. Stay in luxurious accommodation, all with commanding views of the surrounding landscape. Touring includes the spectacular and rugged scenery of Wilpena Pound and the magnificent Flinders Ranges region with its wealth of wildlife, geology and ancient history. Then travel through the stunning Clare Valley wine region for some wine tasting and lunch before returning to Adelaide.

Escape from it all on this back-to-nature 6-day camping trip from Adelaide and discover the beautiful beaches and wild forests of the Eyre Peninsula. Your action-packed itinerary includes the chance to try sandboarding at the Lake Newland dunes; spot kangaroos, wombats and emus on a nocturnal nature walk. Adrenaline junkies can even brave a shark cage dive (extra cost). This small-group tour has a maximum of 20 people and includes camping accommodation and all meals.

Walk through the Australian bush at Morialta Conservation Park while learning about the native flora and fauna from your guide. During this 4.5-hour excursion, you'll see seasonal waterfalls, deep gorges, and sheer rock faces. Pickup and drop-off in Adelaide included.