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Start date: Sat, 14th August 2010 9.00 AM End date: Thu, 31st March 2011 9.00 AM Location: Adelaide Price: £248.00 |
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Description
THE HISTORY
The Fleurieu has the land, the produce, the wildlife and its people living in harmony. The aboriginal Kauna people enjoyed the unspoilt habitat in ancient times. As did the French explorer Baudin who named the Peninsula. The rolling vine-covered hills in the McLaren Vale region, in the centre of the region, feed over 50 small, very individual wineries.
The region's wines are described as the middle palate of Australia because they produce soft full-flavoured wines. The vineyards snake down to the tumbling surf on the coast, where sea creatures such as whales and penguins thrive. The area enjoys a Mediterranean type climate influenced by the St. Vincents Gulf only 6 km away.
THE TOUR
The tour departs Adelaide and first takes us south to the picturesque McLaren Vale Wine Region dotted over 50 small to medium wineries. It is situated near the coast hence the area has a distinctly Mediterranean feel. Tours of the McLaren Vale wine region feature some of the most beautiful scenery in the state. Wineries include Wirra Wirra, d’Arenberg, Coriole and the historic Hardy's winery. Other attractions include the Olive Grove and Medlow Fine Gels.
We head south to the coastal town of Goolwa, once a thriving paddle steamer port. Then enjoy lunch at the charming Flying Fish Cafe overlooking the sea.
After lunch we travel on the beach up to the Mouth of the River and travel to scenic lookouts in search of the Southern Right Whales that visit our shores with their newborn calves from June onwards.
We call into Victor Harbor and take a ride on Australia's only horse-drawn tram along the causeway, which links the mainland to Granite Island. See the fascinating fairy penguins through an interpretive center or view them at dusk as they make their way back to the island.
Return to Adelaide that afternoon or option to stay in charming B&B in coastal towns of Goolwa or Victor Harbour and connect with the Sealink Ferry over to Kangaroo Island.
This is an exclusive opportunity to visit such special places - to see the wonderful scenery, taste the wines, tempt your palate with some of the State's finest gourmet restaurants and simply indulge in all the things which make South Australia great.
Includes: Experienced wine tour guide/driver*, wine & tourism information kit, pre & post-tour assistance, wine tastings, refreshments en-route & gourmet lunch
Important: Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departure.
*Our guides are trained in wine and tourism with background training at Roseworthy Agricultural College and from within the Wine Industry.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am
Running Time: 8 hours
A Taste of Australia representative will call you the night prior to your tour to find out your interest in wines. |
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