VIP Private Horse Trail Ride & Lunch with Olympian Megan Jones at Petaluma (TC)
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An Exclusive VIP Equestrian & Wine Journey
Indulge in the ultimate luxury experience combining world-class equestrianism and award-winning cool-climate wines. Your private guided trail ride is hosted by dual Olympian and Silver medallist Megan Jones, taking you through the picturesque vineyards of the Adelaide Hills. 🍷
Ride with an Olympic Legend
Arrive at the stunning estate to be greeted by Megan Jones and the expert Hallmark Farm team. You will be matched with a seasoned steed, specially selected to suit your riding experience and comfort. After a personalised safety briefing, saddle up and perform basic manoeuvres under Megan’s expert guidance before setting off on a breathtaking 45-minute guided trail ride. 🏇
A Private Culinary Masterpiece in The Glass Room
After your ride, retreat to the exclusive Petaluma Glass Room for an intimate, private three-course lunch. Marvel at the spectacular ceiling installation of 540 wine glasses, designed to mirror the rolling contours of the Adelaide Hills. Here, you will hear firsthand stories of Megan’s Olympic triumphs while viewing her world championship medals. ✨
Savour a bespoke three-course tasting menu curated by Woodside Providore, showcasing the finest local produce. Each dish is perfectly paired with premium, exclusive wines from the Petaluma, Bay of Fires, Eddystone Point, and Croser portfolios.
Exclusive Guest Benefits
- Olympic Host: Personalised trail ride and private lunch hosted by Olympian Megan Jones.
- Gourmet Dining: A premium three-course matched food and wine experience.
- Special Access: Exclusive opportunity to purchase limited-release wines at special guest prices. 🥂
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my booking go ahead during warm weather?
Yes. The team will contact you directly if weather conditions are deemed unsuitable or dangerous. Typically, rescheduling only occurs during extreme weather events (such as catastrophic fire danger days), with 24 hours’ notice.
What should I wear?
Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel. Shorts and skirts are not permitted. All safety gear, including helmets, is provided.
Why do I need to advise my weight and height?
This ensures we match you with the most suitable horse for your comfort, safety, and riding ability.
What is the duration of this experience?
The experience includes an approximate 1-hour safety briefing, equipment fitting, and trail ride, followed by a 90-minute hosted lunch.
Important Information for Your Experience
Thank you for booking a horse-riding experience at Petaluma. We are excited to host you soon! Please review the important details below to ensure a smooth and enjoyable day.
Essential Facts for Safe Trail Riding
Trail riding at Petaluma involves important legal and safety considerations:
- Liability Waiver: Participants must sign a waiver. This can be completed on-site prior to the commencement of your experience.
- Participant Duties: Riders must follow safety rules, report injuries, and wear appropriate clothing and approved helmets.
Understanding these points helps ensure informed participation and compliance with safety requirements. Please review all obligations before joining a ride.
Key Details
Arrival: Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time for check-in and a safety briefing. Late arrivals may result in a shortened experience or forfeiture without refund.
What to Wear: Long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel are mandatory (changing facilities are available at the cellar door). Please dress for the weather and bring sun protection.
Cancellations: A minimum of 72 hours’ notice is required for cancellations or changes. Full refunds will only be offered with more than 72 hours’ notice, otherwise bookings can be rescheduled for another available date. Refer to the full Terms & Conditions.
Weather: The team will contact you directly if weather conditions are deemed unsuitable or too dangerous to facilitate the experience. Such calls are typically only made during extreme weather events (i.e. catastrophic fire danger days), and in most cases, with 24 hours’ notice.
We cannot wait to share this unique Adelaide Hills experience with you!
Petaluma Cellar Door Experiences Team
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Booking & Payment: Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your reservation.
- Guest Information: For safety and comfort, guests are required to provide their height, weight and rider experience at the time of booking to ensure appropriate horse allocation and guide preparation. A liability waiver will be required to be completed prior to commencing the experience.
- Age: Minimum age for participation is 10 years, riders under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Attire: Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel; shorts and skirts are not accepted. Hallmark Farm provides all required safety gear, including helmets. Guests are welcome to bring their own helmet; however, it must be thoroughly inspected and approved by Hallmark Farm prior to use.
- Weight Limit: For anyone over 120kg, please enquire.
- Fitness & Health: Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility. These experiences are not suitable for guests who are pregnant or have certain medical conditions (e.g., back or neck issues). Please disclose any relevant health concerns prior to booking.
- Cancellations by Guests: A minimum of 72 hours’ notice is required for cancellations. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the experience are non-refundable. Booking changes requested within 72 hours of the experience may be accommodated at Petaluma’s discretion and will incur an administration fee of $75 per person.
- Cancellations by Operator: Experiences may be cancelled by the operator with no less than 2 hours’ notice due to operational or safety reasons (e.g., weather conditions). In such cases, guests will be contacted by Hallmark Farm & Petaluma to reschedule or to cancel with a full refund.
- Weather Policy: In the event of extreme weather (e.g., catastrophic fire danger, storms, heavy rain), the experience may be rescheduled or refunded at the operator’s discretion. In such cases, guests will be contacted directly by Hallmark Farm & Petaluma to reschedule or to cancel with a full refund.
- Arrival: Guests must arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time for check-in and a comprehensive safety briefing.
- Late Arrival: Please arrive on time. Late arrivals may result in a shortened or rescheduled experience, guests who are more than 15 minutes late to their booking will forfeit the booking time with no refund. An additional fee of $50.00 per head will be required if you wish to reschedule to a later time that day (dependent on availability) or to re-book on another day.
- No-Show Policy: Guests who fail to attend their scheduled booking without prior notice will forfeit their booking and are not entitled to a refund.
- Liability Waiver: All participants must sign a liability waiver prior to the horse-riding component.
- Alcohol Consumption: For safety reasons, all riders must have a BAC of 0.000 prior to the horse-riding component. Guests who appear intoxicated or fail to meet this requirement will not be permitted to ride, and no refund will be provided.
- Alcohol Service Timing: Wine tastings and alcohol consumption occur after the horse-riding component. Each tasting flight is equivalent to 1.5 standard drinks.
- Personal Belongings & Photography: Guests are responsible for their personal belongings. Photography during the ride should only be done when safe or as directed by the guide.
- Availability: All experiences are subject to availability and may be altered or substituted at the operator’s discretion.
