WISCONSIN DELLS FARM FIELD GUIDE
Three-Taste Loop: Wine, Orchards and Lavender Around Wisconsin Dells
A 3.5-hour trolley outing that pairs a glass of wine at Balanced Rock Winery with cider-and-donut stops at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard and a self-guided tour at New Life Lavender — useful for planning what’s included and the route timing.
Three-Taste Loop: Wine, Orchards and Lavender Around Wisconsin Dells.
This guided trolley outing visits Balanced Rock Winery for a glass of wine, touches on Baraboo’s local history, stops at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard where you can buy apple cider and apple donuts, and finishes with admission and a self-guided tour at New Life Lavender, which includes a farm map, a brief video and talk about lavender farming, and lavender treats.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Balanced Rock Winery — a tasting stop
The itinerary includes a glass of wine at Balanced Rock Winery as part of the 3.5-hour tour, giving adults a dedicated tasting moment en route through the Baraboo area.
Ski-Hi Apple Orchard — cider and donuts
A scheduled stop at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard puts its gift shop on the route so travelers can purchase apple cider and the orchard’s apple donuts.
New Life Lavender — self-guided visit and treats
The tour concludes at New Life Lavender with admission to the farm grounds, a farm map for a self-guided tour, a group video and talk about growing lavender and farm history, plus a lavender lemon macaron and a strawberry lavender lemonade.
What the day feels like
What the 3.5-hour loop feels like
Over roughly 3.5 hours the Wisconsin Dells Trolley Service carries guests through a short route that includes a wine stop at Balanced Rock Winery, a brief historical mention of Baraboo, a retail stop at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard for cider and donuts, and a concluding visit to New Life Lavender with admission, an on-farm video and talk, a self-guided farm map, and lavender-themed refreshments.
THE WINERY
Balanced Rock Winery — a tasting stop
The itinerary includes a glass of wine at Balanced Rock Winery as part of the 3.5-hour tour, giving adults a dedicated tasting moment en route through the Baraboo area.
THE ORCHARD
Ski-Hi Apple Orchard — cider and donuts
A scheduled stop at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard puts its gift shop on the route so travelers can purchase apple cider and the orchard’s apple donuts.
THE FARM
New Life Lavender — self-guided visit and treats
The tour concludes at New Life Lavender with admission to the farm grounds, a farm map for a self-guided tour, a group video and talk about growing lavender and farm history, plus a lavender lemon macaron and a strawberry lavender lemonade.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing works for and key limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs about 3.5 hours.
Admission price to New Life Lavender and a glass of wine for guests 21+ are included, plus the on-farm video and talk and the self-guided farm map; the orchard stop provides opportunities to purchase cider and donuts.
The tour is operated by Wisconsin Dells Trolley Service.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours.
Is admission to the lavender farm included?
Yes; the admission price to New Life Lavender is included with the outing.
Is wine provided?
A glass of wine is provided for guests age 21 and over.
Can I buy food at the orchard?
Yes; the Ski-Hi Apple Orchard gift shop allows you to purchase apple cider and apple donuts.
What happens at New Life Lavender?
Visitors receive admission to the farm grounds, a farm map for a self-guided tour, watch a video and hear a talk about the farm and growing lavender, and receive a lavender lemon macaron and strawberry lavender lemonade.
Who runs the tour?
The experience is operated by Wisconsin Dells Trolley Service.