A day among Granite Belt vines: Stanthorpe’s Wine Lovers Tour

STANTHORPE WINERY FIELD GUIDE

A day among Granite Belt vines: Stanthorpe’s Wine Lovers Tour

A small-group, up to 7-hour tasting circuit through Stanthorpe’s wine country that pairs up to five cellar-door visits with a gourmet lunch—this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.

A day among Granite Belt vines: Stanthorpe’s Wine Lovers Tour.

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Location
Stanthorpe
Operator
Filippo's Tours
Category
Winery
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Embark on a curated, small-group journey into the hills around Stanthorpe where award-winning wines, gourmet dining and local producers define a relaxed day out; the Wine Lovers Tour threads tastings at up to five wineries with a long lunch and local commentary for an unmistakable Granite Belt experience.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WINES

Tastings at up to five cellar doors

Sample a range of award-winning wines across multiple cellar doors: the itinerary includes tastings and tours at up to five wineries so you can compare varietals and styles across the Granite Belt.

THE FOOD

Gourmet lunch at a local winery or Jamworks

Relax over a included gourmet lunch at one of the local wineries or the award-winning Jamworks, pairing local produce with the region’s wines for a full-flavored midday stop.

THE SETTING

Scenic drives into the Granite Belt hills

The tour winds through the hills surrounding Stanthorpe, offering sweeping scenery and the chance to visit local fresh-food producers when time allows.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

This is a convivial, informally guided day trip for wine lovers: a small mixed group is collected from Stanthorpe-area accommodation and ferried through the Granite Belt for cellar-door tastings, commentary from a local guide, a leisurely lunch and optional stops at nearby food producers—an easy-paced, sensory-rich outing that lasts up to seven hours.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits—and who should consider alternatives.

1
Wine lovers & tastersIdeal: multiple guided tastings across the Granite Belt and the chance to compare award-winning wines in a single day.
2
Small-group travelersWell suited: the tour runs as a small mixed group of up to 12 people, offering social tasting without a large coach crowd.
3
Those wanting custom itinerariesLess ideal: itineraries are organised by pickup/dropoff locations, group size and winery opening times, and specific requests are difficult to accommodate—consider booking a private tour for bespoke plans.
4
Families with children or dogsNot suitable: this tour is for persons 18 years and over and dogs are not permitted on the group tour (dog-friendly options are offered only as private tours).

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & duration

The tour runs for up to 7 hours with pick-up windows generally between 9:20am and 9:50am; plan for a full-day outing.

What to bring

Treat it as a special day out: bring a jacket (even in summer), wear closed-in shoes where possible and avoid thongs; dress smartly for lunch.

Logistics & pickups

Complimentary transfers are offered from Stanthorpe accommodation within a 20 km radius; pickups outside that area are not available for the group tour.

Group practicalities

The tour operates as a small mixed group of up to 12 people; tasting fees are not included but are redeemable against wine purchases, and alcohol consumption on the vehicle is prohibited.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Yes — the tour price includes lunch.

Are tasting fees included?

Tasting fees are not included; they are redeemable upon the purchase of wine.

What is the minimum age for participants?

This is a group tour for persons 18 years and over.

Can I drink on the tour vehicle?

No — the operator is not licensed, so the consumption of alcohol in the vehicles is illegal.

Are dogs allowed on the group tour?

Dogs are not permitted on this group tour; dog-friendly tours are offered only as private tours such as the Bark & Barrels option.

Can I request specific wineries or itinerary changes?

Itineraries are organised according to pickup/dropoff locations, group size and winery opening times, so specific requests are difficult to accommodate; for customised plans consider a private tour.

When will I be picked up?

Pick up times are typically between 9:20am and 9:50am from eligible Stanthorpe-area accommodations.