A Shared Clare Valley Wine Experience

Shared Clare Valley Wine Experience

Discover the Clare Valley with a local guide who calls it home.

If you're already planning to stay in the Clare Valley, you've made a good decision. Your holiday shouldn't begin with a long drive from Adelaide. It should begin when I collect you from your accommodation and we head into one of Australia's most rewarding wine regions.

Every guest brings something different to the day. You might be an experienced wine enthusiast, or someone who simply enjoys a good glass of wine with friends. You may have toured wine regions around the world, or this could be your very first wine tour. Either way, you'll feel right at home.

With no more than five guests, there's time for conversations, flexibility and occasional unexpected stops. If everyone is enjoying a winery, there's no need to rush away because a timetable says it's time to leave.

We'll usually visit four or five cellar doors during the day, from well-known wineries to boutique family producers that many visitors would never find on their own.

Lunch is a generous charcuterie platter showcasing local produce, enjoyed at one of the wineries along the way. It's another opportunity to slow down, share stories and simply enjoy being in the Clare Valley.

Is this the right tour for you?

This experience is ideal if you enjoy discovering places rather than simply ticking them off a list.

If you're looking for a relaxed day, genuine conversations, beautiful scenery and excellent wines, I think you'll feel very much at home.

If your goal is to visit as many wineries as possible in the shortest time, there are other tours that may suit you better.

Why guests choose Valley Wine Tours

• Pickup and return from your Clare Valley accommodation.

• Small groups with no more than five guests.

• Boutique wineries and local favourites.

• A generous charcuterie lunch included.

• Relaxed pacing with time to enjoy each stop.

• Hosted personally by Charles, your local Clare Valley Guide.

Still deciding?

You may be wondering whether a boutique wine tour is worth it. That's a fair question.

Many guests tell me they considered hiring a car or joining a larger coach tour before deciding they wanted something more personal.

If you're weighing up the options, I'd be happy to answer your questions. I'd much rather help you decide whether this tour is the right fit than have you book something that isn't.

The practical details

Tours generally operate from 10.00 am until approximately 4.00 pm.

There may be Cellar Door Tasting Fees, usually around $10 per person and payable at the wineries. They are often waived with a purchase.

Valley Wine Tours operates chauffeur-plated vehicles and is fully licensed, accredited and insured.

A 20% deposit secures your booking. The balance is due 14 days before your tour. Full refunds apply for cancellations made more than 14 days before departure, or if the tour cannot proceed due to unforeseen circumstances.