Adelaide and Beyond 6 Nights / 7 Days

Australia

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TOUR PLAN

Arrive Adelaide 

Your magical holiday down under begins today as you arrive into Adelaide this afternoon via Sydney.  Upon arrival you are met and are transferred to your hotel. Check in and relax. Adelaide is a sophisticated city that has preserved its heritage and links with the past. It’s an elegant, clean and gracious city close to some of the best metropolitan coastal beaches in Australia.  There are close to 50 attractions in this city of which entry to more than half of them are FREE! Enjoy some amazing culinary delights at one of Adelaide’s famed Restaurant strips. Overnight in Adelaide.

Adelaide

This morning, you are taken on a panoramic city tour. Visit the Gouger St Restaurant precinct and Adelaide Markets, Victoria Square and the King William St Boulevard, the North Terrace historical and Arts precinct, River Torrens with its delightful garden banks, the glorious Plane Tree Drive passing the Botanic Gardens, Adelaide Zoo, the Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide's grand and stately homes, visit Haigh's Chocolate Factory (not on Sundays), The National Wine Centre (visit on Sundays only), Colonel Light's Lookout on Montefiore Hill affording spectacular views over Adelaide. Our tour ends in the afternoon at the Adelaide Central Bus Station.

Later stroll along Rundle Mall, a paradise for shoppers and the first shopping street mall in Australia.

We suggest you head out to Glenelg, a mere 15 mins away from the center and indulge in spending the morning swimming with the dolphins or just enjoying a divine boat ride aboard the Temptations cruise - the only one of its kind. A visit to the Central Market, the largest undercover market in the Southern Hemisphere is definitely worth a visit. Overnight in Adelaide.

 

Adelaide – Barossa – Adelaide 

This morning we take you to the fabulous Barossa. Follow the Torrens River through the spectacular Torrens Gorge. Skirt Kangaroo Creek Reservoir and Millbrooke Reservoir, also Williamstown with its beautiful stone buildings, Lyndoch Bakery with the aroma of fresh coffee and pastries. Enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea and a German sampler plate of sweet treats. Visit the home of one of the world's best known wine brands, Jacob's Creek Visitor Centre. Take an exclusive sensory wine experience and a chance to tour and taste wines from their extensive selection. Take in panoramic views over the Barossa Valley from Menglers Hill lookout. Enjoy a sumptuous 2 course lunch at Barossa Chateau. Travel through the old mill town of Woodside and the Adelaide Hills. Visit Australias oldest German settlement Hahndorf. Stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorfs main street, see quaint cottages, craft shops and tea rooms, villages of Crafers, Stirling and Aldgate set amongst the lush greenness of the Adelaide Hills. Delightful village of Bridgewater with Bridgewater Mill and Waterwheel. We return back to the hotel later in the evening. Overnight in Adelaide.

Adelaide – Murray River – Adelaide

After your breakfast enjoy the River Murray Highlights tour which departs Adelaide and travels to the mighty River Murray. On your arrival, board the Proud Mary and relax as you cruise the historic river enjoying the wildlife and surrounding scenery. Enjoy lunch on board the Proud Mary as you continue your journey along the river and gain insight into the river system and unique landscapes of the region. Upon disembarking, enjoy a tour along the river bank of the River Murray taking in spectacular views and stopping regularly for great photo opportunities, including the Mannum Lookout. Travel back to Adelaide via the delightful Adelaide Hills, stopping at Melba's Chocolate Factory and Woodside Cheese Wrights at Woodside, with an opportunity to purchase afternoon tea (own expense). Overnight in Adelaide.

Adelaide – Kangaroo Island 

Depart Adelaide and enjoy a scenic trip through Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis where you will board the Sealink ferry for the 45 minute journey across Backstairs Passage to Kangaroo Island. On arrival in Penneshaw, meet your local driver/guide. First stop is Rob's Shearing before heading to Pennington Bay. Continue to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, the only commercial eucalyptus distillery in South Australia and visit stunning Seal Bay where you will have the opportunity to get up close to a wild breeding colony of rare Australian sea-lions. At Little Sahara explore the huge white sand dunes and test your skills at sand boarding. At Vivonne Bay Lodge, you will have the opportunity to spend some free time kayaking on the Harriet River, swimming at Vivonne Bay beach, take a self-guided walk through the property tracks, go trail bike riding or simply relax. Back at camp there are complimentary activities to keep you occupied before and after your BBQ meal.

As darkness sets see kangaroos, tamar wallabies and possums before heading to Point Ellen to witness the arrival of the little penguins. On return to camp relax around the fire (except in summer months) or kick back on the deck with a glass of local wine before retiring to the comfort of your bed. Vivonne Bay Lodge has 1km of beachfront access to 'Australia's Best Beach' and a range of activities to choose from including: Harriet River kayaking, trail mountain biking, self-guided walking trails, games room and table tennis. Overnight in Kangaroo Island.

 

Kangaroo Island – Adelaide

After breakfast get up close to more wildlife at Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary where you will look for koalas nestled up in the eucalypts and see kangaroos grazing on the open fields. Continue on to Flinders Chase National Park where you will marvel at Remarkable Rocks, huge granite boulders sculptured by nature. Enjoy the spectacular coast and seascapes as you head around to Admirals Arch at Cape Du Couedic where we watch the resident New Zealand fur seals frolic in the ocean or sunbake on the rocks.

Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch at the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre. Head to the beautiful and secluded 'secret' beach of Stokes bay and take a walk at Ironstone Hill (time permitting) to find wallabies and admire the spectacular view back to the mainland. If time and weather permit, several stops may be made en- route to Penneshaw, allowing time to purchase dinner (own expense) before the return journey to Adelaide. Overnight in Adelaide.

Depart Adelaide

A fantastic holiday draws to an end today as you drive yourself to the airport and leave your car there.

    • 5 Nights accommodation in Adelaide
    • Daily breakfast
    • Adelaide City Tour on seat in coach basis (Only hotel pickups; no hotel drop offs)
    • Grand Barossa with Hahndorf on seat in coach basis (lunch included)
    • Murray River Tour on seat in coach basis (lunch included)
    • 2D/1N Kangaroo Island Adventure Tour Cruise-Cruise on seat in coach basis
    • Return airport transfers on seat in coach basis

     

    Add on Stays: ® Recommendations from BSH

    Cairns: 3 nights / 4 days + 2 nights / 3 days  Hamilton Island OR Hayman Island

    Sydney: 1 night / 2 days - Port Stephens

    Melbourne: 1 night / 2 days  Philip Island (Self Drive to Philip Island & back)

    Gold Coast: 1 night / 2 days  Tangalooma

    Add on South Australia - Adelaide - 3 to 4 nights covering Kangaroo Island & Barossa Valley (Wine)

    Add on Tasmania  - 5 nights / 6 days

    Add on Northern Territory - 2 nights / 3 days Ayers Rocks (Uluru)

  • Airfare & Airport Taxes
  • Visa charges
  • Meals not specified above
  • Surcharges applicable
  • Travel and Medical Insurance
  • Tips and Porterage    
  • Expenses of personal nature