Adelaide Trip Overview
The lush Adelaide Hills provides the perfect backdrop for this rejuvenating and fully inclusive wellness retreat. Under the guidance of the region’s most respected holistic health practitioners, regenerate your body, mind and spirit over three bliss-filled days of yoga, meditation, regional produce and transformative experiences. Paired with a little bit of indulgence, it’s the ultimate tour for those yearning for a bit of me time.
Begin each day with morning yoga and fuel your body with fresh, local produce as you visit organic farms, vineyards and local providores. Learn how to unlock the power of food during an interactive cooking workshop, be nurtured through nature surrounded by bushland as you practice forest bathing, unleash your creative side during a meditative art workshop and visit the home of international skin care label Jurlique. At day’s end, kick back in luxury at your exclusive Adelaide Hills hideaway.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Adelaide, Australia
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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What to Expect When Visiting Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
The lush Adelaide Hills provides the perfect backdrop for this rejuvenating and fully inclusive wellness retreat. Under the guidance of the region’s most respected holistic health practitioners, regenerate your body, mind and spirit over three bliss-filled days of yoga, meditation, regional produce and transformative experiences. Paired with a little bit of indulgence, it’s the ultimate tour for those yearning for a bit of me time.
Begin each day with morning yoga and fuel your body with fresh, local produce as you visit organic farms, vineyards and local providores. Learn how to unlock the power of food during an interactive cooking workshop, be nurtured through nature surrounded by bushland as you practice forest bathing, unleash your creative side during a meditative art workshop and visit the home of international skin care label Jurlique. At day’s end, kick back in luxury at your exclusive Adelaide Hills hideaway.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 – Adelaide to Adelaide Hills
Stop At: Adelaide Hills, Adelaide Hills, Greater Adelaide, South Australia
Your wellness experience begins with a morning yoga flow surrounded by rolling vineyards. Meet your guide, then find your inner zen with renowned local yogi Jen from Roaming Zen.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Adelaide Hills, Adelaide Hills, Greater Adelaide, South Australia
After, wind deeper into the hills to the home of internationally-renowned natural skincare brand Jurlique. The Jurlique organic and biodynamic farm produces the nourishing ingredients used in their sought-after skincare range. See how the plants are grown and learn about the healing properties of many herbs and flowers. Just down the road, lunch is served at organic vineyard Ngeringa. Here, you can sample single-estate biodynamic wine which has been grown, blended and bottle onsite, paired with a nourishing meal featuring the farm’s own produce.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Adelaide Hills, Adelaide Hills, Greater Adelaide, South Australia
Surrounded by so much natural inspiration, it’s little wonder the Adelaide Hills locals are also a creative bunch. After lunch, we tap into your inner artist during a Mandala art class. This meditative and therapeutic practice will help quieten your mind and awaken your senses as you create a beautiful masterpiece under the guidance of local artist Cathy Gray.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Parkwood Retreat, 40 Downers Rd, Oakbank SA 5243, Australia
Your first wellness day culminates in a three-hour Ayurvedic cooking class and dinner. Using wholesome local produce, including spices, seeds, legumes, leaves and roots, learn about the medicinal properties of these ingredients and how mindfully balancing and blending foods can aid digestion and enhance your overall wellbeing. Finally, retreat in luxury to your exclusive country home accommodation at the brand-new Parkwood Retreat.
Duration: 15 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Two nights exclusive accommodation at Parkwood Retreat – Twin Room
Day 2: Day 2 – Wine & Art
Stop At: Parkwood Retreat, 40 Downers Rd, Oakbank SA 5243, Australia
Rise with the sun and roll out your yoga mat on the sprawling lawns of Parkwood Retreat. Your day begins stretching and awakening with an alfresco yoga practice set to the soundtrack of local birdlife. After a nutritious breakfast, your day is dedicated to nature, artisan produce and maybe a glass or two of wine.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hahndorf, Hahndorf, Adelaide Hills, Greater Adelaide, South Australia
Life is about balance, after all. Cruising down leafy paths dappled in light on an electric e-bike, we’ll stop at farmgates and cellar doors to taste the region’s premium produce.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Beerenberg Farm, Mount Barker Road, Hahndorf, South Australia 5245 Australia
Strawberry picking at Beerenberg farm
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shaw & Smith, 136 Jones Rd, Balhannah, South Australia 5242 Australia
A wine and cheese flight at Shaw + Smith
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Lane Vineyard, 5 Ravenswood Ln, Hahndorf SA 5245 Ravenswood Ln, • hahndorf SA 5245, Australia
Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch perched above the vines at The Lane.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The German Village Shop, 50 Main Street, Hahndorf, South Australia 5245 Australia
Bellies full, meander on to the charming German village of Hahndorf and spend the afternoon exploring the eclectic shops and providores which line the picturesque main street.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Parkwood Retreat, 40 Downers Rd, Oakbank SA 5243, Australia
Stock up on local produce and artisan crafts before we make our way back to our accommodation to unwind with a gentle yin yoga flow. Sunset drinks and local produce platters on the deck are the perfect way to send off our final night together.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Second night at Parkwood Retreat – Twin Room
Day 3: Day 3 – Return to Adelaide
Stop At: Parkwood Retreat, 40 Downers Rd, Oakbank SA 5243, Australia
After morning yoga and a wholesome breakfast, soak up your final hours relaxing at Parkwood Retreat.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bridgewater Mill, Mount Barker Road, Bridgewater, South Australia, Bridgewater, South Australia 5155 Australia
After a lazy few hours, a local produce picnic lunch awaits at the Bridgewater Mill.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Belair National Park, Belair, South Australia 5052 Australia
We’ll then wind down tree-lined country roads to Belair National Park for an immersive forest bathing experience. Surrounded by tranquil bushland, tame your soul and enliven your senses during a guided meditation followed by an afternoon tea of locally-sourced native teas and eco-friendly snacks. This marks the conclusion of your wellness retreat.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Adelaide, Adelaide, Greater Adelaide, South Australia
After, we slowly mosey back into Adelaide with your soul cups overflowing.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
