2027 Santos Tour Down Under Premium Tour

Your Tour Down Under adventure begins today! Our friendly Bikestyle staff will be waiting to greet you at Adelaide Airport. To make the most of your arrival day, we recommend landing before midday. We’ve arranged several airport transfers throughout the day, and we’ll take care of transporting your luggage and bike directly to our accommodation at Peppers Waymouth Adelaide.

Once at our hotel, our team will be on hand to help you assemble your bike and ensure everything is in perfect condition for an unforgettable week at the Tour Down Under. In the afternoon, we’ll roll out for a relaxed shakedown ride down to the beach and grab a coffee.

As the sun sets, we’ll regroup for welcome drinks. It’s the perfect chance to meet your fellow travellers, get to know your Bikestyle guides, and toast to the week ahead.

This is just the beginning of an incredible week filled with racing action, beautiful rides, and good times on and off the bike.

Let the Tour Down Under begin.

With one day until the Santos Tour Down Under officially kicks off, today is all about enjoying South Australia at a relaxed pace.

After breakfast, we’ll ride into the Adelaide Hills towards Hahndorf, one of our favourite towns in the region. The roads rise steadily out of the city before opening into rolling hills, quiet lanes and classic South Australian scenery. Once in Hahndorf, there will be time to wander the main street, grab a coffee, enjoy a famous strudel or find your own lunch before we make our way back towards Adelaide.

Riders wanting a longer day can ride back to the hotel with our guides, while those who prefer a shorter ride can return by support vehicle.

Later in the afternoon, we’ll shift from cycling country to wine country with a visit to the National Wine Centre of Australia. It’s the perfect way to discover the regions we’ll ride through during the week, from the Adelaide Hills to the Barossa and McLaren Vale, while enjoying a tasting and light food in a relaxed setting.

Tonight, Adelaide will be building towards race week. The teams are in town, the bikes are being prepared and the atmosphere is starting to lift

The wait is over. The Santos Tour Down Under begins today with Stage 1 of the men’s race from Henley Beach to Gumeracha.

We’ll make the most of the race starting so close to Adelaide by riding to Henley Beach in the morning. Here, we’ll take time to walk through the stage start area and soak up the atmosphere as the teams prepare for the first WorldTour stage of the season. There is something special about seeing the riders up close before the flag drops: mechanics making final adjustments, directors giving last instructions and the nervous energy of a race about to begin.

Once the peloton rolls out, we’ll continue our own ride towards the Adelaide Hills, positioning ourselves to see the stage finish in Gumeracha. With three ascents of Checker Hill on the race route, the opening stage is far from a gentle introduction, and the first ochre jersey of the 2027 race could already be hard-earned.

After the stage, the shorter ride option will return to Adelaide by support vehicle. Riders wanting extra kilometres can ride back towards the hotel with our guides, finishing the day with that satisfying downhill run back towards the city.

The evening is free in Adelaide, giving you time to explore the Race Village, enjoy dinner at your own pace or simply relax after the first big day of racing.

Today the race heads to the Barossa, with Stage 2 starting and finishing in Angaston.

We’ll leave Adelaide early and ride out through some of South Australia’s most rewarding cycling country, using Gorge Road and quieter backroads to reach the Barossa before the heat of the day settles in. The ride itself is a highlight, moving from the edge of the city into open countryside, vineyards and classic rolling terrain.

Our first race viewing point will be around Tanunda, where the Ziptrak sprints will bring speed, noise and intensity to the streets. From there, we’ll continue towards Angaston, where guests can choose how they want to experience the stage. Some may prefer to position near the KOM point and watch the race unfold on the climbs, while others may continue to the finish and enjoy the atmosphere of a Barossa stage finale.

For those wanting a bigger day on the bike, there will be the option to ride back towards Adelaide after lunch. The shorter ride option will transfer back to the hotel by support vehicle after the stage.

Tonight is another free evening in Adelaide. After a day of vineyards, race action and warm roads, it is the perfect chance to enjoy the city’s restaurants and the relaxed summer feel of Tour Down Under week.

Today brings one of the most exciting stages of the week, with the men’s race heading from Lobethal to Campbelltown.

We’ll ride into the Adelaide Hills to reach the stage start in Lobethal, a town that always brings a brilliant atmosphere when the Tour Down Under comes through. After watching the riders roll out, there will be time to grab something to eat before we continue deeper into the race route.

Our plan is to ride towards Basket Range and position ourselves to see the peloton on the climb during their second lap. From there, we’ll continue along the ridge towards the top of Corkscrew Road, one of the most famous and decisive climbs in the Adelaide Hills. Watching the world’s best riders crest the Corkscrew before plunging down towards Campbelltown is one of the great roadside experiences of the Tour Down Under.

After the race has passed, we’ll continue back to Adelaide by bike. For guests wanting a shorter day, there will be the option to see the start in Lobethal, watch the riders again on their second lap and return to the hotel by support vehicle.

This evening we’ll welcome our 5 Day Weekend Tour guests with drinks in Adelaide. It’s a great chance for the whole group to come together before a huge final weekend of racing.

Today marks the beginning of a historic final weekend of racing, with the men’s and women’s pelotons racing on the same course on the same day.

There will be two ways to enjoy the day: riding or spectating.

Riders will roll to Glenelg in the morning for the stage start, where both the men’s and women’s races begin their journey towards Victor Harbor. The 9 Day Tour has already enjoyed a full stage-start walkthrough earlier in the week at Henley Beach, so today is about soaking up the beachside atmosphere before continuing the ride. Guests wanting a shorter day can ride back to the hotel after the start, while a longer loop will be available for those who want extra kilometres.

Spectators will travel to Glenelg by bus to enjoy the stage start atmosphere before continuing south to Victor Harbor for the finish. With both the men’s and women’s races finishing on the coast, this is a huge day of WorldTour racing and a brilliant chance to experience the energy of two pelotons on the same route.

The evening is free in Adelaide, giving you time to enjoy dinner, visit the Race Village or relax after a big day by the coast.

Today is one of the true icons of the Santos Tour Down Under: Willunga Hill.

We’ll start early to beat the traffic and the heat, riding south towards Christies Beach, where the stage begins on the coast. After the start, riders will continue along the coastline and through McLaren Vale towards Willunga Hill, arriving ahead of the race.

Bikestyle Tours will have our hospitality setup waiting on the climb, with shade, cold drinks and a picnic lunch under our marquee. It’s one of the best ways to experience this famous stage: settled in on the climb, surrounded by cycling fans, watching the race build towards one of the most important moments in the battle for the ochre jersey.

With both the men’s and women’s pelotons racing up Willunga Hill, the atmosphere will be electric. The road will be lined with supporters, the noise will build long before the riders appear and the final metres of the climb will feel every bit as dramatic as the racing itself.

After the stage, we’ll transfer back to Adelaide by bus. Riders wanting additional kilometres may have the opportunity to ride back with a guide, although this will depend on conditions and will not include van support.

Spectators will travel by bus to the stage start and then on to Willunga Hill. We’ll aim to get you as close as possible to our hospitality area, although some walking will be required, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Tonight is free in Adelaide after one of the biggest days of the tour.

The final day of racing takes us back into the Adelaide Hills for what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the 2027 Santos Tour Down Under.

This morning, riders will have two options. The first option is to ride towards Norton Summit and position near the top of the climb, where we’ll see the race early in the stage before continuing on to Stirling. The second option is to ride more directly towards Stirling via Crafers, arriving with time to enjoy the town, find a coffee and settle in before the race arrives.

If road closures and timing allow, some riders may have the chance to complete part of the race circuit before the professionals arrive. Others may prefer to relax in Stirling, take in the atmosphere and enjoy lunch from one of the many cafés and restaurants in town.

Spectators will travel directly to Stirling by bus to secure a prime position on the barriers. There will be time for coffee, a pastry or a classic Stirling strudel before the race atmosphere builds.

Today we’ll watch the final laps of the men’s race, followed by the women’s race, as the kings and queens in ochre are crowned. Stirling always delivers a fantastic final-day atmosphere, with leafy streets, packed barriers and the tension of a race still waiting to be decided.

After the race, we’ll descend back towards Adelaide and return to the hotel to pack bikes. In the evening, we’ll come together for our Farewell Dinner, celebrating a week of racing, riding and sharing the Tour Down Under memories.

This morning is yours to enjoy at a relaxed pace. After a big week of riding, racing and South Australian summer, there is no need to rush.

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel, pack your bags and say farewell to your fellow travellers and Bikestyle Tours guides. Our team will assist with departure transfers to Adelaide Airport and help make the end of your tour as smooth as possible.

You’ll leave Adelaide with tired legs, a full camera roll and the feeling that only comes from experiencing the Tour Down Under from the inside: the roads, the race, the climbs, the crowds and the shared moments that make this week so special.

Until next time.