About this tour
Spend eight hours navigating McLaren Vale's finest with a private driver, three cellar doors, and a proper lunch. Start at Olivers Taranga for cool-climate wines amongst the vines, then explore d'Arenberg's geometric Cube—a five-storey architectural oddity housing tastings and a Salvador Dalí exhibition. Sit down to a two-course seasonal menu at d'Arry's Verandah before finishing at Hugo or an Italian-focused alternative. Your route, your pace, your preferences.
Highlights
- Taste at Olivers Taranga beside producing vineyards
- Navigate d'Arenberg Cube's five levels and Dalí collection
- Two-course lunch with à la carte menu at d'Arry's Verandah
- Sample small-batch wines at Hugo or Italian-focused cellar door
- Private vehicle with flexible itinerary throughout the day
- Bottled water and air-conditioned transport included
What to expect
You'll be collected and driven through rolling vineyard country to start at Olivers Taranga, where you'll taste local varieties in their cellar door overlooking the source. Next comes d'Arenberg's Cube—expect a visual jolt. The five-storey building doubles as a wine museum and contemporary art space (Dalí's surrealist works included). After exploring, you'll sit for lunch in d'Arry's Verandah restaurant, choosing from seasonal dishes. The final stop is Hugo's cellar door or a boutique Italian winery, depending on your group's preferences. Throughout, your driver adjusts the day to suit your pace and interests.
Good to know
Groups run two to seven people maximum. Advance notice needed for dietary requirements or winery swaps. Public transport is nearby if you want independent travel. Service animals welcome. No special fitness required, though the Cube involves stairs across five levels.
Frequently asked
- How long does McLaren Vale Private Tour inc Premium Lunch & d'Arenberg Cube take?
- McLaren Vale Private Tour inc Premium Lunch & d'Arenberg Cube runs for approximately 8 hours.
- How much does McLaren Vale Private Tour inc Premium Lunch & d'Arenberg Cube cost?
- Prices start from AUD $670 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does McLaren Vale Private Tour inc Premium Lunch & d'Arenberg Cube run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs McLaren Vale Private Tour inc Premium Lunch & d'Arenberg Cube?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. The Australian Explorer earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original The Australian Explorer summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.