If you love good wine, gorgeous landscapes and some adventure, then Barossa Valley in South Australia should be at the top of your travel list. From legendary wineries to fun activities, here’s how to make the most of your Barossa wine-tasting escape.

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Planning Your Trip
Barossa Valley is just 50 minutes from Adelaide, making it an easy day trip. Stay at a city centre property like Avani Adelaide Residences that offers accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen; this way, you have the option to make your own meals and pair them with wines you purchase. What’s more, you can dine at the on-site restaurant that also serves local wines including Pepperjack Barossa Shiraz.

What to Expect
Barossa is one of the world’s greatest wine regions, home to some of the oldest continuously producing shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, mataro and grenache. This is also where you will find Australia’s most iconic varietal style, Barossa Shiraz. Apart from enjoying the many things to do in Adelaide, visit some of the over 150 wineries and 80 cellar doors here, each offering distinctive flavours to sip and savour.

Touring the Wineries
No trip to Barossa is complete without meeting the passionate winemakers and sampling award-winning wines while soaking in the valley’s rich heritage. Consider tours of iconic wineries like Château Tanunda, Jacob’s Creek, Seppeltsfield Wines or Henschke Cellar Door. But don’t stop there because, with so many vineyards to choose from, you can come back year after year… as if you needed an excuse!

Other Things to Do
Start your day with a hot air balloon ride over the valley, taking in breathtaking sunrise views. History buffs will love the Barossa Heritage Trail which winds through charming towns and historic sites. Head to the Barossa Farmers Market in Angaston on Saturday mornings or visit the Lyndoch Lavender Farm. Meanwhile, chocoholics will love the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, because wine and chocolate are a match made in heaven!