CLARE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Clare Valley: An 8‑hour, tailor‑made wine loop through historic townships
A full‑day Join Us tour from Bums On Seats that guides you through the Clare Valley’s small wineries, historic towns and rural landscapes—this guide explains the route, stops and practical details.
Clare Valley: An 8‑hour, tailor‑made wine loop through historic townships.
Enjoy a personal, guided tour through the Clare Valley, travelling north through picturesque rural landscapes and small towns toward the Flinders Ranges; the day is designed around tasting the region’s small winemakers and visiting historic townships and cellar doors.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A scenic drive through pastoral Clare
The route follows scenic rural country north toward the Clare Valley and the Flinders Ranges, offering frequent rural and vineyard views along the way.
Tastings from small local winemakers
The tour visits small Clare Valley producers and cellar doors where you can taste wines produced locally, with the itinerary tailored to the group’s preferences.
Historic townships and early vineyards
Stops include Mintaro, a historical township with century‑old buildings, and Sevenhills Cellars—run by Jesuit brothers—where visitors can explore the historic church and the heritage of the region’s earliest vineyards.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Over an eight‑hour Join Us tour you’ll be collected from your hotel and guided through small towns and vineyards: a morning stop in Auburn for a short wander and optional morning tea, visits to historic Mintaro and Martindal Hall, a cellar visit at Sevenhills, and a gourmet lunch under olive groves at Skillogalee with the option to taste nearby Kilakanoon afterward. The pace is flexible—the tour is made to suit the customers onboard.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour is (and isn’t) meant for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The group Join Us tour runs for approximately 8 hours.
Complimentary pickup from your hotel is provided as part of the tour.
Bring payment for optional items—morning tea in Auburn and entry to Martindal Hall are at your own cost; lunch can be included or you may choose a lower‑cost alternative.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Clare Valley Join Us tour?
The tour duration is 8 hours.
Is pick‑up provided?
Complimentary pickup from your hotel is provided.
Which towns and wineries are visited?
Typical stops include Auburn (morning tea), Mintaro, Martindal Hall, Sevenhills Cellars, Skillogalee for lunch, and—time permitting—Kilakanoon.
Is lunch included?
Lunch can be at Skillogalee with a gourmet option offering one main meal per person and a glass of wine if the selected lunch includes it; you may also select cheaper alternatives such as a bakery, pub or another winery.
Can we request specific wineries?
Yes—the Clare Valley tour is made to suit the customers onboard and the operator invites suggestions for wineries to visit.
Are there optional costs during the tour?
Yes—morning tea in Auburn and entry to Martindal Hall (if visited) are at your own cost, and some lunch options may be extra depending on your selection.