McLaren Vale Bike & Wine Experience

Escape the city for a private, small-group day of e-biking and wine tasting just south of Adelaide. After a pick-up from the CBD or Glenelg and a bike fitting, you'll head into the bushland of Onkaparinga River National Park (or Kuitpo Forest or Belair National Park, depending on conditions), discovering hidden trails before a scenic descent of around 5 km down Wickhams Hill into McLaren Vale.

The afternoon is spent rolling along quiet back roads, vineyard lanes and tracks between boutique cellar doors, with tastings along the way and a gourmet local produce platter for lunch. Your guide tailors the rest of the day to the group, with options such as a microbrewery, café, chocolate stop or beach break.

The pace is relaxed and beginner-friendly, premium e-bikes take care of the hills, and any wine you buy travels back to Adelaide in the support vehicle.

Highlights

• Private tour with a dedicated local guide
• Hidden trails in Onkaparinga River National Park
• Scenic 5 km descent down Wickhams Hill into McLaren Vale
• Vineyard lanes, quiet back roads and secret trails
• Tastings at selected boutique wineries
• Gourmet produce platter lunch at a cellar door

Surface and terrain
Beginner-friendly mix of forest tracks, gravel roads, vineyard trails and quiet back streets. No mountain biking experience needed, and e-bikes are provided.

Weather
Mediterranean climate. Summer (Dec to Feb) is hot and dry, often 28 to 35°C. Autumn and spring are mild and ideal for riding at around 18 to 25°C. Winter (Jun to Aug) is cool and wetter, with days around 14 to 16°C.

Suitable for
Wine lovers, couples, friends and small groups wanting a relaxed, social day out. Suits beginners and casual riders, with e-bikes making the climbs easy and no off-road experience required.