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Small Group McLaren Vale and The Cube Experience

4.5 (28)
Adelaide, AU
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Small Group McLaren Vale and The Cube Experience

4.5 (28)
Adelaide, AU
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Experience the best of McLaren Vale's food and wine on this captivating small group tour. Indulge in a delicious Italian-style lunch, savor wine tastings, and even try gin or beer tastings. The highlight of the tour is a visit to the spectacular d'Arenberg Cube, a unique and innovative architectural masterpiece. With its stunning views and immersive experiences, the Cube is sure to captivate your senses. Throughout the day, enjoy live commentary from your knowledgeable guide and take in the beautiful scenery of McLaren Vale. The tour includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only) in an air-conditioned vehicle. Don't miss out on this unforgettable culinary adventure in McLaren Vale.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or tea
  • Wine tasting
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
  • Gratuities
  • Additional alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

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Introduction

Welcome to the Small Group McLaren Vale and The Cube Experience, a one-of-a-kind tour that combines the best of food, wine, and art. Get ready for a day filled with delectable Italian cuisine, exquisite wine tastings, and the fascinating d'Arenberg Cube. This tour promises to leave you enchanted and craving for more.

What to expect?

Embark on a 480-minute journey exploring the picturesque McLaren Vale region. Begin with a hassle-free pickup or meet your driver at the Adelaide Central Bus Station. Enjoy a refreshing morning tea and opt for wine samplings from boutique wineries. The highlight of the day is undoubtedly the d'Arenberg Cube, a five-level architectural marvel that ignites your senses. Immerse yourself in the world of art installations and visit the Alternate Realities Museum. Indulge in a formal wine tasting on the fourth level and soak in the stunning vineyard views.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for food and wine enthusiasts, art lovers, and those seeking a unique and immersive experience. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply appreciate the finer things in life, this tour caters to all. Embrace the beauty of McLaren Vale and discover its hidden treasures with like-minded individuals in a small group setting.

Why book this?

Uncover the secrets of McLaren Vale like a true insider. This tour offers a perfect blend of gastronomy, culture, and relaxation. Feast on a shared Italian-style lunch prepared by Cucina Di Strada, perfectly paired with Chalk Hill's finest wines. Delight in the distinct flavors of the region and savor every moment of this culinary journey. The d'Arenberg Cube will leave you awe-struck with its innovative design and thought-provoking art installations. Take a step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in a day of sensory delights.

Good to know

It is important to contact Adelaide Sightseeing at least two days prior to the tour to provide your pickup details if required. Alternatively, meet your driver at the Adelaide Central Bus Station at 9.00am. Keep in mind that the tour includes various stages, from morning tea to winery visits, so be prepared for a day full of adventures. Immerse yourself in the history of the Wirra Wirra Vineyards during a short cellar tour and sample their range of quality wines. Don't forget to explore the picturesque grounds and discover hidden treasures like the 'catapult' and the ¾ tonne Angelus Bell.

Reviews

Guests who have experienced the Small Group McLaren Vale and The Cube tour have praised its exceptional blend of wine, food, and art. Many have been captivated by the d'Arenberg Cube's unique architecture and thought-provoking exhibits. The Italian-style lunch at Chalk Hill Wines has received rave reviews for its mouthwatering flavors, expertly paired with the winery's popular wines. Guests have also appreciated the small group setting, allowing for more personalized experiences and interactions. Overall, this tour has left visitors with unforgettable memories, a deeper appreciation for McLaren Vale's culinary offerings, and a desire to return.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Adelaide Sightseeing

Tour departs with Adelaide Sightseeing from Adelaide Central Bus Station

McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre

Enjoy morning tea and for a small fee, take the option to sample wines from smaller wineries without cellar doors

Admission Included

d'Arenberg

One of the highlights of your day, explore the d’Arenberg Cube. Nestled amongst the vineyards, this 5 level “Rubik’s cube” has been carefully designed to entice and excite the senses. From the Alternate Realities Museum to the many art installations on display there is so much to see and experience whilst you are there. Enjoy a formal wine tasting on Level 4, where you can take in the scenic views of the vineyards.

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Chalk Hill Wines

Next head to Chalk Hill Wines, a family-owned winery, dedicated to making small batch, hand crafted wines of distinction. Indulge in a traditional Italian style shared lunch prepared by Cucina Di Strada, paired with four of Chalk Hill’s most popular wines.

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Beresford Estate Wines

Continue to Beresford Wines, where you can choose from one of three tastings in their brand-new Tasting Pavilion. The Premium Wine Tasting introduces you to a selection of their wines from the Estate and Limited Release range. The Vale Brewing Tasting offers up to five craft beers from the sessionable Vale range. The third option is the 23rd Street Distillery tastings, where you can choose from five craft spirits or three craft gins.

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Wirra Wirra Vineyards

The final cellar door is Wirra Wirra Vineyards, located amongst the gum trees in the historic ironstone cellars. Enjoy a short tour of the cellars and a structured tasting of their range of quality wines. Look out for the ‘catapult’ and the ¾ tonne Angelus Bell in the picturesque grounds surrounding the cellar door.

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Reviews

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4.5 (28)

Karen_P

Fabulous, tour guide with lots of local knowledge, great wine, beautiful scenery, the cube is an experience.

Punita_N

A great tour. Very friendly and knowledgeable driver/host. Good itenery, food and wine tasting. Picked up and dropped off at the exact time. Highly recommend this tour.

Laurel_C

We couldn't fault this tour. The food was excellent. The service and our bus driver/ tour guide was fantastic. It is worth the money.

IreneP

A great experience Our driver was very knowledgeable Met some great people Lunch was fantastic A great day out

Grant_B

The full size coach for 20 ensured a comfortable ride. The Cube was an amazing experience but the other vineyards were enjoyable especially Wirrta Wirra. A really good day out and I recommend it totally.

Christine_P

Athol our driver was lovely, very knowledgeable and friendly!! the bus clean and always ready and waiting for us, Athol was only to happy to help ! the visitor center with coffee and muffin (delicious) was perhaps a tad too long and if we had cut off time here and the D'arenburg cube i think other winemakers we visited would have not felt so rushed. the cube whilst a great novelty was "all fur coat and no knickers" didn't understand the random video they showed and the wine tasting was very clinical and not at all friendly, there was no deviation to the tasting at all (if they had offered a sparkling i would have considered buying) but the girl who did it was brusque and rude. (a view evidenced by not one of the entire group bought here) Chalks Hill by contrast was warm friendly and the ambience was next level, they asked us what our preferences were and bought out other wines we may like to taste out, the pizzas were delicious as too were the wines (i joined their wine club 🤷🏼‍♀️) Onto Beresford -again great host and wines/gin.... would have loved a bit more time here for tasting) and finally Wira Wira - great tour and lovely friendly hosts, really would have loved spending more time here!!! Whilst i know the cube is a novelty the other wineries were much more friendly and frankly i thought much better wines, definitely would recommend a McClaren Vale wine tour, and will be visiting all (bar D'arenburg) again

jesstY4934ZH

Having been on multiple wine tours across Australia's wine regions I was bitterly disappointed with this tour, the bus driver (tour guide would be too complimentary) knew little to nothing about wine or the region. Whilst the vineyards and wines were a welcome attraction, lunch consisted of 4 cubes of cheese and a slice of pizza. Our final stops were rushed as the driver had to finish personal phone calls before shuttling us around. If I could request a refund I would, the value from money was so far from the ball game I wish I had if walked to Dan Murphy's and had a wine at home. This tour did a disservice to the region and local winemakers, luckily other tour companions provided laughs throughout the day,

BMS1966

A fantastic all-weather attraction, that is quirky and interesting, wine tasting on the 4th floor, with a restaurant and coffee shop on the 3rd, the 2nd floor had a Dali exhibition. We took overseas visitors there and they were swept away with this unique attraction.

Marie_T

All the wineries visited were world renowned and very well run and very friendly full of information. It made a wonderful day

FrancisC_L

Whilst the excursions were great, one item had been changed without any notification to us that the Lunch at the d'Arenberg Cube had been deleted from the itinerary and would be available at another winery. The replacement lunch was fine, but we had been looking forward to the original itinerary of lunch at the Cube. Had we been advised of the change we may have chosen to seek another tour.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-04 12:08