With the legendary Outback, rugged mountain ranges, a Mediterranean style climate, lush vineyards such as the Barossa Valley and amazing rivers, its ideal for anyone wanting to get totally off the beaten track. Not that it is a cultural backwater; indeed, its capital, Adelaide ‘City of Churches’, is home of the best arts festival in the country and one of the best in the world – the biennial Adelaide Festival. Surrounded by parklands, Adelaide is also home to a huge variety of very high quality restaurants and cafes, and host to some interesting international sporting events such as the Mitsubishi Adelaide International Horse Trials.
Experiences
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Adelaide & The Wine Regions
A fine Mediterranean climate has created a gentle and cultivated feel to the southern region around Adelaide.
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Eyre Peninsula & Gawler Ranges
Protected by the Gawler Ranges from the harsh southern outback, the Eyre Peninsula is a haven for wildlife and wildflowers.
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Kangaroo Island
Although only 13 kilometres offshore, Kangaroo Island’s isolation has kept it free from non-indigenous predators. As a result, it is one of Australia’s foremost locations to observe native wildlife.
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The Flinders Ranges & Southern Outback
Awe inspiring in their colossal scale, the ancient formations of the Flinders Ranges run from the northern end of Spencer Gulf far into the barren desert of the outback.
Sample South Australia itinerary
DAY 1 - 3 Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road
Arrive Melbourne.Tour the city by tram and indulge in the café culture of this vibrant city before taking in the splendour of the Great Ocean Road
DAY 4 - 6 The Barossa Valley
Fly to Adelaide & transfer to the Barossa Valley. Explore the wineries, blend a bespoke wine & enjoy over a specially designed degustation dinner
DAY 7 - 9 The Flinders Ranges
Continue on to the heart of the Flinders Ranges & spend time on an outback sheep station. Go wildlife viewing & bush walking
DAY 10 - 12 Kangaroo Island
Fly down to Kangaroo Island. Experience the preserved wilderness & unique wildlife of the island with a private guide.
Fly home via Adelaide
Prices start from £1,650 excluding flights.
Please call us for a bespoke itinerary and quotation.
