Kickstart your time in Barossa Valley with a hot-air balloon ride or helicopter flight. An aerial vantage point affords spectacular views of the vineyards and some tours include breakfast accompanied by sparkling wine on landing.

It’s possible to visit three or four Barossa Valley wineries in an afternoon; most tours include a visit to one of the big names—Seppeltsfield, Wolf Blass, Penfolds, and Jacob’s Creek—alongside smaller wineries. Be sure to join a guided tour or book a private driver so you can enjoy wine tasting without having to worry about driving.

Book a table at one of the Barossa Valley’s most prestigious restaurants for a memorable dinner date. The Chef's Table Experience at St. Hugo Winery includes a guided tour of the wine estate, an 8-course degustation menu, and wine with each course.

More time allows you to further immerse yourself in the cuisine of the Barossa Valley. Take a cooking class at Jacob's Creek winery and create gourmet dishes using local produce, or make your own wine during a workshop at Penfolds Winery.

Spend the afternoon exploring Barossa Valley’s villages, which include historic Williamstown; Tanunda, where you’ll find the Menglers Hill Lookout; and Nuriootpa, home to the Wolf Blass and Penfolds wineries. You can explore by classic car or convertible, or opt to take a scenic walk, bike ride, or Segway tour through the vineyards.

Swap wine tasting for beer tasting during a tour of Barossa Valley Brewing. Learn more about beer making during a brewery tour, sample a variety of craft beers, and tuck into tasty food.