Vineyard Horse Ride & Romantic Picnic at Jacob's Creek (TC)
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A Romantic Escape in the Heart of the Barossa
Celebrate love, connection, and adventure with an unforgettable vineyard horse ride and romantic picnic at the iconic Jacob’s Creek. This curated experience seamlessly blends the breathtaking scenery of the Barossa Valley with indulgent local food and world-class wine. 🍷
Guided Vineyard Horse Ride
Your journey begins with a gentle 60-minute guided horse ride, winding at a relaxed walking pace through the picturesque vineyards. Led by the expert team from Hallmark Farm—home to Dual Olympian Megan Jones—this calm, confidence-building ride is designed for all experience levels. Soak in the sweeping views and capture beautiful photos together in this stunning landscape. 🐎
Wine Tasting & Luxury Picnic
After your ride, return to the historic cellar door for a curated tasting of the exclusive Jacob’s Creek ‘Our Limited Release’ wines. Once you have selected your favourite, unwind with a luxurious private picnic for two in a scenic outdoor setting. Relax on a premium picnic rug and savour a gourmet platter of South Australian produce prepared by Harvest Kitchen, perfectly paired with your chosen bottle of wine. ✨
Experience Highlights
- 60-minute guided horse ride through historic Barossa vineyards
- Led by the elite equestrian team at Hallmark Farm
- Curated wine tasting of ‘Our Limited Release’ range at the cellar door
- Gourmet picnic platter for two featuring local South Australian produce
- A bottle of Jacob’s Creek wine to enjoy during your picnic
Key Details
Duration: Approximately 3 hours (including briefing, ride, and picnic)
Arrival: Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time
Minimum Age: 10 years (riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Attire: Long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel are mandatory for riding
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will my booking go ahead during warm weather? (35°C+)
Yes. The team will contact you directly if weather conditions are deemed unsuitable or dangerous. Typically, these decisions are only made during extreme weather events (such as catastrophic fire danger days) with 24 hours’ notice.
Q: Why do I need to advise my weight and height?
Hallmark Farm takes great care in matching riders with the most suitable horses based on riding ability, weight, and height to ensure the comfort and safety of all guests.
Q: What is the duration of this experience?
The trail riding component, including safety briefing and equipment fitting, takes approximately 1 hour, followed by a relaxing 1.5 to 2-hour picnic experience.
Hello, Thank you for booking a horse-riding experience at Jacob’s Creek. We’re excited to host you soon! Please review the important information below to ensure a smooth and enjoyable day.
Essential Facts for Safe Trail Riding
Trail riding at Jacob’s Creek involves important legal and safety considerations.
- Liability Waiver: Participants must sign a waiver releasing the Provider and Landowner from responsibility for injury or death. Scroll down to find the ‘Download File’ link to complete the waiver.
- Participant Duties: Riders must follow safety rules, report injuries, and wear approved helmets.
- Health Disclosure: All riders must declare health status and riding experience.
Understanding these points helps ensure informed participation and compliance with legal requirements. Review all obligations before joining a ride.
Other Key Information
Arrival
Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled start time for check-in and a comprehensive 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 *mandatory requirement (changing facilities available at the cellar door). Dress for the weather and bring sun protection.
Cancellations & Weather
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 Jacob’s Creek’s discretion and will incur an administration fee of $75 per person. In the event of extreme weather or operational reasons, the operator may cancel with no less than 2 hours’ notice. Guests will be offered a reschedule or full refund.
We can’t wait to share this unique Barossa experience with you!
Jacob’s Creek 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. An additional ‘horse-riding experience’ survey will be required to be completed.
- Age & Attire: Minimum age for participation is 10 years, riders under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel. 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 a 120kg, please enquire directly.
- 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 Jacob’s Creek’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 offered a reschedule or full refund.
- Arrival: Guests must arrive at least 20 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 $75.00 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.
- Dietary Requirements: Please advise any dietary requirements at the time of booking for picnic or lunch inclusions.
- Weather Policy: In the event of extreme weather (e.g., heat, storms, heavy rain), the experience may be rescheduled or refunded at the operator’s discretion.
- 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.
