Clare Weekender For Women

Our journey to the stunning Clare Valley will commence from Adelaide at 8am.

Along the way we enjoy coffee and a comfort stop at Seven Hill. Then we head to Jeanneret Wines and our starting point on the Clare Valley Wine & Wilderness Trail. Passing through the properties pretty landscape it isn’t long before we enter Spring Gully Conservation Park. This pretty park presents wildflowers, orchids and the Cascades Waterfall (which flows seasonally after rain).

You will enjoy a fresh lunch on the trail with coastal views out to Spencer Gulf. Then we continue past wineries to our next walk at Neagle Rock. A rare and remnant Peppermint Box woodland provides afternoon shade for our gentle climb up to the lookout. Here, up top we capture our first magnificent views of the Clare Valley.

Then, its a 15 minute drive to our historic accommodation for the weekend. Our accommodation is on a working sheep station. Here we stay in beautifully restored heritage-listed pioneer buildings. You can join an afternoon yoga session or just relax before we gather for dinner in front of the fire.

Meals Included: Lunch, Trail Snacks, 2 Course Dinner
Walking Distance: 8km

A sunrise yoga session is on offer this morning before a delicious hot breakfast.

Today we head back into Clare for a walk along the eastern range. Starting at the Wine, Food and Tourism Centre we follow the Riesling then the Wine & Wilderness Trail up to Dunns Range. The trail passes through native bushland and passes vineyards up to the top. The wonderful views over the Clare Valley and also out to the east follow you as we walk northwards. We will enjoy a fresh lunch overlooking this pretty valley if the weather is nice.

Returning to our accommodation, an optional afternoon yoga session, guided meditation and relaxation session or a therapeutic foot bath is available. Or you can wander the property and discover the stations pioneering past through the many audioposts, signs and displays throughout or curl up with a book.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Trail Snacks, 2 Course Dinner
Walking Distance: 11km

Our final day in this beautiful valley offers a chance for one more immersive day in nature.

Sleep in or participate in an optional sunrise yoga session followed by a hearty breakfast. Our walk today is a gentle one as we walk the prettiest section of the Riesling Trail between Clare and Sevenhill, before arriving in time for a delicious multi-course lunch at the historic Watervale Hotel. Their extensive local wine list allows for tastings of your favourite Clare wines and if lucky we may get a guided tour of the kitchen.

Relaxed, nurtured and bellies full, we return to Adelaide by approximately 5pm. We provide multiple drop off points including most CBD hotels in Adelaide.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Trail Snacks
Walking Distance: 7km

We grade the overall walking on this itinerary as EASY-MODERATE
(see our grading system)

This grading is provided as general advice only, and is based on our assessment and also feedback from past participants. Please consider your level of fitness and experience in regard to this rating, and if you’re unsure please contact us for more information

Spring Gully

Distance: 5km
Elevation Gain: 100m
Elevation Loss: 125m

Neagle Rock

Distance: 3km
Elevation Gain: 75m
Elevation Loss: 75m

Dunns Range

Distance: 11km
Elevation Gain: 300m
Elevation Loss: 225m

Riesling Trail

Distance: 7km
Elevation Gain: 125m
Elevation Loss: 75m

10 REASONS TO WALK WITH US

Realistic Itineraries
we want you to love and be inspired by the Clare Valley. This tour itinerary is well-designed and realistic, allowing you to complete the full itinerary ….. we don’t over sell and under deliver

Be Fulfilled
this itinerary is designed to maximise your awe and leave you fulfilled. You will walk the prettiest sections of the Wine & Wilderness Trail, stay at Clare’s historic Bungaree Station house, and lunch at the impressive Watervale Hotel with a selection of all the finest wines from the region. We’ve planned this 3 day itinerary so you get a full experience and time to relax ….. you won’t leave the Clare Valley feeling unfulfilled

Nature Connection
we want you to feel de-stressed and re-energised. So, our guides are also nature facilitators with skills to immerse you with your surrounds. Not only do we safely guide you and share our knowledge, we also provide invitations for you to slow down and connect deeper with nature whilst walking the trail (included activities such as an introduction to Shinrin-yoku ‘Forest Bathing’ ) <learn more about Forest Bathing here> ….. we’re pioneers of hiking with deep nature immersion

Group Fitness
we want you to succeed and maximise your enjoyment, so group chats online are provided leading up to your Weekender (included as part of the tour price). These will assist you to meet your guides and other group members, ask questions on what to expect, receive advice on the trail, travel, and the destination, and gauge your level of fitness ….. we invest in your preparation

Meaningful Moments
we will bring your Clare Valley experience alive ….. a guide book, phone App, and interstate companies can’t do this as well as a local South Australian tour operator like us

Flexibility (2 guides)
our departures have 2 experienced female guides. Having 2 guides means we can better cater for group dynamics and individual needs. Factors such as walking pace, injuries and incidents can mean changes to the itinerary become necessary, and if there was only 1 guide then these changes will impact on your expectations and your level of enjoyment ….. avoiding this is why we always have 2 guides

Safety
our wilderness trained female guides from Adelaide carry comprehensive group first-aid kits, satellite communication devices, and safety equipment. In addition, safety procedures are in place, and constant communication is undertaken with local emergency services. There isn’t mobile phone coverage along sections of this trail ….. so for your safety, we always have multiple communication devices

Timing
we go at the best time of the year for comfortable walking conditions. We can’t guarantee perfect weather everyday, but you can book with confidence 

Small Groups
a maximum of 10 only on each departure. Meaning, it’s better for the environment, and you won’t feel like you’re just a number in the crowd

Travel Assistance
our in-house travel specialists can assist you with travel insurance. If you’re arriving from interstate or from international destinations we can also package any accommodation, flights, and add-ons in addition to this tour. Package your Clare Weekender with us and save stress, time and money

There are stairs, uneven surfaces and moving luggage to and from accommodation, plus walking bush trails on this trip.  Please talk to us about your accessibility needs before booking