Vineyard Horse Ride & Romantic Picnic at Jacob's Creek

Celebrate love and adventure with the Vineyard Horse Ride & Romantic Picnic
— a beautiful blend of Barossa scenery, indulgent food, and wine.

Begin with a 60-minute guided experience at a relaxed walking pace through
the picturesque vineyards of Jacob’s Creek. Led by the expert team from
Hallmark Farm, home to Dual
Olympian Megan Jones —an Equestrian Hall of Fame member , Olympic
Silver Medallist (one of only 1,047 Australians to have ever won an Olympic
team medal), and World Championship Bronze Medallist in Aachen, Germany.
Y ou’ll enjoy sweeping vineyard views, special photo moments, and a calm,
confidence-building experience designed for all levels.

Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time
for check-in and a comprehensive safety briefing. This extra time allows our
team to provide detailed guidance so you can settle comfortably into the
saddle before setting off.

After your ride, return to our iconic cellar door for a curated tasting of
Jacob’s Creek Our Limited Release wines. Then unwind with a luxurious
picnic for two in one of our stunning outdoor locations. Relax on a picnic
rug and savour a platter of South Australian produce prepared by Harvest
Kitchen , alongside a bottle of Jacob’s Creek wine of your choice. Your
picnic includes reusable glassware, cutlery, bottled water, and a non-
alcoholic option on request.

This romantic experience is designed to offer the perfect balance of adventure
and relaxation in the heart of the Barossa.

Experience Highlights

• 60-minute guided horse experience with Hallmark Farm
• Led by the team at Hallmark Farm , home of Dual Olympian Megan Jones

• Curated 'Our Limited Release' wine tasting at the cellar door
  
  (soft drink for those under 18 years of age)

  
  

• Gourmet picnic for two featuring local South Australian produce by Harvest Kitchen
  
  

  
  

• A bottle of Jacob’s Creek wine for your picnic (non-alcoholic option available)

  
  
• Stunning outdoor picnic spots with panoramic views

Duration: Approx. 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 a
responsible adult.

Minimum guest numbers: The experience requires a minimum of 2 guests to
operate.

Attire: Long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel are required
for riding

Bookings: Limited spaces available. Advance booking essential.

_Please note: The horse-riding component is operated by our trusted partner
and requires signing a liability waiver. Terms and conditions apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

** Q: Will my booking go ahead during warm weather? (35 ° ** C+)

A: Yes. The Jacob's Creek Cellar Door Team or Hallmark Farm 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.

** Q: Why do I need to advise my weight and height?

A: **Hallmark Farm take great care in matching riders up with the most
suitable horses based on riding ability, weight and height. This is for the
comfort and safety of all guests.

** Q: What is the duration of this experience?

A: **Trail Riding Tours generally have a duration of approx. 1 hour for
the safety briefing, equipment and trail ride component then conclude with a
1.5-2-hour picnic experience at Jacob's Creek Cellar Door.

** Q: I'd like to reschedule/cancel my booking, who do I contact?

** A: Please contact the Jacob's Creek team at
ourhome@jacobscreek.com to reschedule or
cancel your booking. Ensure to include your booking reference number upon
emailing. Refer to the below Terms and Conditions to find out more about the
cancellation policy.

Terms & 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 on book-events@jacobscreek.com
• 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. Guests must contact Jacob's Creek directly on ourhome@jacobscreek.com
• 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.