Bums On Seats Wine Tours Adelaide -

Lesley Rowan

My friend Julie from Canberra & myself Lesley from Townsville enjoyed our day with Maddy.
Maddy's knowledge, safety, kindness & manners was exceptional.

I would highly recommend the tour, the wine tasting host's were both knowledgeable and friendly.

The lunch was certainly a tasty meal and served with precision. We certainly enjoyed our day out.
Thank you Bums on seats.

Mae Michelle Pepito

My husband and I had a great time with our wine tasting tour at Barossa Valley and Hahndorf. Maddy was a very good tour guide and very helpful in giving us tips in going around Adelaide. Five star to him and the team Bums on Seats.

Sienna Rose

Amazing day! 4 wineries, Maggie beers farm, lunch and a chocolate shop! Driver was on time, friendly and informed us of the history of the places we were driving through.

Janine Piper

Maddy (our guide) was FANTASTIC! He has a great sense of humour, is very friendly, organised and knowledgeable! Maddy
was happy to share his knowledge regarding wine as well as local attractions in Adelaide. Nothing was too much trouble including taking photos for our group. The only disappointment was lunch. Maddy took pre orders for our lunch to ensure our day went smoothly we arrived to Chateau Yaldara 5mins early however lunch was late and the male waiter was rude and struggled to understand English. He insisted I hadn't paid for my drink ..despite Maddy confirming I had (very bad customer experience to have an argument with a paying customer over $ 11)

Troy Blinco

We went on the Maggie Beers and Barossa tour today hosted by Maddy and throughly enjoyed every moment.
The two vineyards we visited were fantastic and the stop at Hahndorf was great. The whole day was well put together and Maddy knocked it out of the park with his positive attitude and informative dialogue throughout the day!
Thank you Maddy and the guys at Bums on seats tours for a great experience.

hcpen

I went on the Barossa and Hahndorf tour and was incredibly lucky to get on a luxury 4 seater car led by Peet whom was very professional and courteous and took time to explain sights along the way. One of the highlights was the journey itself as the luxury car wasn't anything like the usual bus tours and it became like a private tour with just the 5 of us. The car was like one of those SUVs you see celebrities in with their driver, personal assistants, makeup artist, etc! Of course it depends on your luck what type of vehicle you get, the luxury car or just the usual tour buses as the company apparently has several vehicles. Highly enjoyable:)

Ramanan Balamukundan

Ah, Bumps on Seats Wine Tours, how we meet under such curious circumstances. I must confess, I approached this tour of Hahndorf and the Barossa Valley with the keen anticipation of a meticulous scientist about to peer through his microscope. I envisioned the journey as one might imagine a modern-day excursion with lunch and wine as our samples, along with the South Australian scenery and the tour bus. Yet, upon concluding this eight-hour experience, I feel compelled to record my findings in exacting detail and suggest several areas for methodological improvement. You see, while I grant it an overall score of 3/5, I must make note of specific observations that do indeed rate a commendable 4/5.

Observation One: Punctuality and Schedule Adherence

In the realm of organized tours, timeliness is paramount. The excursion began on time, and I noted that each vineyard stop adhered mostly to the prescribed schedule. To enhance the precision of this element, I suggest implementing a strict departure policy. Perhaps an auditory signal — a whistle, horn, or the dulcet tones of a klaxon — could usher less punctual guests along without delay.

Observation Two: The Transportation Apparatus (Bus Comfort and Amenities)

Let us speak plainly about the transport vehicle, which, for a tour of eight hours. In this regard, the bus was serviceable, but not luxurious. Seating was adequate but not quite the plush support one might hope for during the back-and-forth between vineyards. The air conditioning was occasionally variable, oscillating from frigid to sweltering depending on the seat placement — quite reminiscent of Schrödinger’s air conditioner. While the vehicle fulfilled its purpose, a touch more comfort could elevate the overall experience significantly. A few additional cushions or lumbar supports, along with a predictable air system, would go far in making those lengthy stretches between stops more tolerable.

Observation Three: Tour Guide Proficiency and Content Delivery

The tour guide demonstrated an ample knowledge of wine production, history, and the geography of the Barossa and Hahndorf regions, which, I admit, I found intellectually stimulating. However, the guide’s delivery sometimes felt slightly unstructured, as though the information were being presented as it occurred to them rather than in a logically flowing sequence. For a mind trained in sequential processing (i.e., mine), this was somewhat unsettling. I would recommend developing a more standardized guide script, perhaps with periodic "fact checkpoints," to avoid any haphazardness in delivery. This could greatly improve comprehension and engagement among guests. A structured itinerary in spoken form is the nectar of information seekers.

Observation Four: Winery Selection and Tasting Experience

The wineries selected were indeed commendable, each showcasing a distinct character, much like a gallery of wine personalities. I awarded this segment a 4/5, as the quality and variety of wines presented were a delightful surprise. Each winery provided ample tasting samples, from velvety reds to crisp whites. However, I would advocate for a minor modification to the tasting structure: an educational segment at the start of each stop, detailing the wine-tasting process for those who might not be as versed in oenology. A printed tasting card with instructions on proper swirling, sniffing, and sipping technique would be both informative and, dare I say, rather enjoyable. Think of it as a training manual for the novice sommelier.

Sue Phillips

Just did the Bums on Seats Barossa Valley & Hahndorf Food & Wine tour. Prompt & easy pick up from Stamford Glenelg.
Due to late cancellations there were only 5 of us so we travelled in a luxury 8 seater which was excellent. I was so fortunate to have 5 wonderful people I didn’t know on my tour and we all got on so well. Manee our tour guide was professional, punctual, polite, friendly, funny and very informative.
Could have had more time at Maggie Beers and skipped the chocolate factory.
Climicky winery was lovely and I would highly recommend Kies Family wines. Super friendly staff, our wine tasting master Lilly was excellent; super friendly and very informative. Lots of wines on offered to us for our tasting and it was so hard to discipline myself to only buying a couple. Everyone in our group loved all of their wines and ports!
I feel so lucky to have joined 4 lovely people travelling from interstate, you made a good day great!
I would highly recommend these tours!