Taste of the Barossa
Discover the Barossa with a three day self-
drive. The heart of the nation’s wine industry
is just under an hours’ drive from Adelaide.
This drive enters the region through the
picturesque Adelaide Hills and winds its way
through magnificent countryside.
Barossa
Valley
Lyndoch
Rowland Flat
Murr
ay
Barossa Valley
Road
Nuriootpa
Day 3: Barossa
Fossick for gold, opal, garnet or diamonds at the Mount Crawford Forest
Reserve. Different to other conservation parks, this one is in a historic
mining area. Grab a Forestry SA permit first from the Mount Crawford
Information Centre. Even if your search for sparkles comes up empty-
handed, the park is fabulous for bushwalking, cycling and horse riding.
It has some fantastic spots for picnicking or camping but make sure to
look out for those old mine shafts!
Day 4: Barossa – Adelaide (72km)
Rental Car: Hertz (Group C) from $85 per day
Our favourite places to stay:
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Adelaide Hills Country Cottages
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Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
•
The Louise
Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Seppeltsfield
Adelaide
Maggie Beers
Farm Shop
Sepp
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eld R
oad
Day 2: Adelaide Hills – Barossa (50km)
Head to Lyndoch, the official start of the Barossa. Here you’ll discover
the Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre at Rowland Flat, Orlando Wyndham’s
restaurant and cellar door and the enchanting village of Bethany.
Continue on to Angaston, home of Australia’s oldest family-owned
winery, Yalumba. In Angaston, browse in the town’s art and craft
galleries and if you’re in the area on a Saturday, make a stop at the
famous Barossa Farmers Market. Head to Penfold’s winery, where you
can have a go at being a winemaker for a day on a ‘Blend Your Own
Tour’. Just out of the town, visit Maggie Beer’s famous farm shop for a
bite to eat. While there, don’t forget to sample her wonderful selection
of gourmet food products or join one of the free cooking demonstrations
held at 2pm daily.
Day 1: Adelaide – Adelaide Hills (40km)
Make your first stop at Mount Lofty Summit, for spectacular views back
over Adelaide to the sea. Allow plenty of time to explore the German
township of Hahndorf an d its many art and craft stores.
Mount Crawford
Wines
Mount
Lofty
Vine
Barossa Brewery
& Brasserie
Hahndorf
Penfolds Wines
Barossa Farmers
Market
4 days/3 nights Suggested Self-Drive
Mag
Angaston
Vale
nolia
Base
dow
Bethany
Road
Road
Bethany Reserve &
Pavilion
Highlights worth seeing along the way
Bethany – Home of Bethany Wines, established in 1852.
Nuriootpa – Try your hand at wine making and learn about the
characteristics and blends.
Barossa Farmers Market - Held in the Vintners Sheds near Angaston.
There are more than 30 stalls to wander through and the freshest of local
produce available.
See the Barossa by Air - Take a hot air balloon flight and see Barossa
from the skies. Or if you are not keen on the early morning start – opt for
a helicopter ride over the region instead.
Seppeltsfield Road – Drive down Seppeltsfield Road and discover 16
wineries, luxury accommodation, fine dining restaurants, and an art
gallery.
Historical Churches – With a strong Lutheran heritage the Barossa is
home to more than 20 historic churches. They are dotted throughout the
region and worth a visit.
Barossa Museum – Soak up some history at this museum located in
Tanunda.
Jacobs Creek Vineyard, Barossa Valley
The price guide shown is per car hire based on 4 day hire rate. Specials and surcharges may apply depending on travel date.
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