Wildlife, Vines & Mountains of South Australia
Self Drive Tour
Adelaide | Kangaroo Island | Barossa Valley | Flinders Ranges
Australia’s oldest wineries, the incredible nature reserve of Kangaroo Island and the world’s largest working cattle station are all to be found in South Australia along with the 4 million year old landscape of Wilpena Pound and all within easy reach of the gracefully sophisticated city of Adelaide.
Gateway to the outback, fabulous wine regions and the Murray River, Adelaide has everything – wildlife, Aboriginal culture, beaches and a great food and nightlife scene. It’s sophisticated in an understated sort of way and generations of Italians have created a Mediterranean style café culture that lends itself perfectly to the Aussie way of life. An hour and a half away you’ll find some of the world’s leading wine makers and best known wines being produced in the country’s premier wine region, the Barossa Valley, where boutique wineries rub shoulders with the world’s best known labels like Penfolds and Peter Lehmann.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Adelaide City Guided Walking Tour
- 3 nights Kangaroo Island Luxury stay
- Full Day Kangaroo Island Nature Tour
- Barossa Valley Vineyard Tasting and Lunch
- 4WD Journey and Sunset drinks/canapes in the Flinders Ranges
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Your Itinerary
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Day 2-4
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Day 5-7
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Day 8-9
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Day 10-12
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Day 13
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Day 14-15
Day 1-2 : UK - Adelaide
Depart the UK for Adelaide. On arrival a private transfer will take you to your hotel for 3 nights.
Day 2-4 : Adelaide
Gateway to the outback, fabulous wine regions and Kangaroo Island. Adelaide has everything – wildlife, Aboriginal culture, beaches and a great food and nightlife scene. We have included a city walking experience where you will gain an insight into the hidden secrets of Adelaide with a local guide.
Day 5-7 : Adelaide - Kangaroo Island
This morning check out of your hotel and board your short flight to Kangaroo Island where you will be met and transferred to your luxury, boutique accommodation, Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island for 3 nights. With walking tracks on site and a private beach, blow the cobwebs away as you immerse in this unique coastal setting. During your stay you will join a full day nature tour of the island.
Day 8-9 : Kangaroo Island – Barossa Valley
Time to leave Kangaroo Island with a camera full of wildlife photos, board your flight back to Adelaide airport where you will collect your vehicle. An easy one-hour drive and you will arrive in the Barossa Valley where Shiraz grapes are the speciality. Open the door to your private cottage at the Barossa Shiraz Estate, set amongst the vineyards on a private estate for 2 nights stay. Included is a wine journey at the Yalumba Cellar Door. Enjoy spectacular views and sample a tasting before lunch is served.
Day 10-12 : Barossa Valley – Flinders Ranges
Time to leave the vineyards and drive the RM Williams Way to a working sheep station, Rawnsley Park Station, home for the next 3 nights. Enjoy a sundowner on the deck of your villa and when it’s time for bed, star gaze through the skylights as you drift off. Explore the region at your own pace whether by guided walk or a scenic flight over the outback. On your last evening you will join a 4WD journey to a vantage point where a glass of sparkling wine and canapes are served as you watch the sunset over the landscape below.
Day 13 : Flinders Ranges – Adelaide
Your final drive will take you back to Adelaide airport where you will drop your car off and overnight.
Day 14-15 : Adelaide - UK
Your South Australian adventure has come to an end and time for your return flight to the UK, alternatively you may wish to fly on to explore Australia further. Please ask us for our personal recommendations.
