Three-Taste Loop: Wine, Orchards and Lavender Around Wisconsin Dells

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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.

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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 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.

Ski-Hi Apple Orchard — cider and donuts
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.

New Life Lavender — self-guided visit and treats
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.

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.

Balanced Rock Winery — a tasting stop

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.

Ski-Hi Apple Orchard — cider and donuts

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.

New Life Lavender — self-guided visit and treats

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.

1
FamiliesAppropriate for families — the listing notes the experience is for all ages and includes family-friendly stops like the apple orchard and lavender farm.
2
Wine EnthusiastsA good short option for wine lovers because the tour specifically includes a glass of wine at Balanced Rock Winery for adults.
3
Food and Treat SeekersIdeal for travelers who enjoy local treats—apple cider and donuts at Ski-Hi Apple Orchard and lavender-themed items at New Life Lavender are part of the experience.
4
All-Age GroupsDesigned to accommodate a broad age range — the program is listed as for all ages though alcoholic beverages are provided only to those 21 and over.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The outing runs about 3.5 hours.

What’s Included

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.

Operator

The tour is operated by Wisconsin Dells Trolley Service.

Booking Notice

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.