Discover the diversity of South
Australia, from wildlife to wine and outback to ocean on a fabulous nine
day self drive adventure. Highlights include:
- Rawnsley Park outback sheep station
- Marvel at Wilpena Pound
- Barossa Valley wineries
- Kangaroo Island wildlife
- Time to explore Adelaide
- Prebooked hotels & car hire throughout
- Unlimited kilometres & ferry crossings included
Day 1 - Adelaide for 2 nights
Arrive in the historic city of Adelaide; a brilliant mix of restaurants,
beautiful parklands and great shopping. Spend two nights at the Mercure
Grosvenor ideally located on Adelaide’s North Terrace, home to museums,
art galleries and historic government buildings.
Take a day to explore the beautiful capital of South Australia. Visit
the famous indoor market, stroll through the delightful Botanical
Gardens and enjoy the cafe culture of leafy North Adelaide. For a fun
excursion, take a half hour ride on the old tram line to the seaside
district of Glenelg.
Day 3 - Adelaide to Rawnsley Park for 2 nights (450km)
Pick up your car from Adelaide’s city depot and journey through the
picturesque Claire Valley, stopping to sample some local wines and
produce. Further north are the picturebook outback landscapes of South
Australia, where kangaroos and even wild camels browse the parched
undergrowth. Your self drive includes a fascinating 2 night stay at
Rawnsley Park, an old sheep station, set beneath the rugged red rim of
Wilpena Pound.
Spend a day exploring this iconic region. You can join a horse trek
through farmland and bush or take a 4WD tour through Brachina Gorge. For
a real treat there is an optional scenic flight over the natural
amphitheatre of the Pound. In the evening dine at the Station’s rustic
Woolshed Restaurant and sit back to enjoy the spectacle of the outback
sunset.
Day 5 - Rawnsley Park to Barossa Valley for 2 nights (380km)
Leave the outback behind as you drive south again to the famous
Barossa Valley, home to some of the best wines in the world, and a 2
night stay at the Barossa Novatel Resort. The hotel has its own cafe and
restaurant, specialising in dishes from local produce, as well as
tennis courts, a pool and even bicycle hire.
Enjoy a relaxing day in the beautiful Barossa region. You’ll find cellar
doors offering tasting, superb local restaurants and many local craft
workshops. At the end of the day sample a glass or two of the superb
wines that have made the area famous.
Day 7 - Barossa Valley to Kangaroo Island for 2 nights (170km)
Today head towards the scenic Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis where
you will board the ferry which takes you to Kangaroo Island, a natural
habitat for much of Australia’s iconic wildlife. The Ozone Hotel is in
Kingscote, Kangaroo Island’s principle town and a great base from which
to explore the island. Be sure to see the town’s own penguins and
pelicans, which visit early evening.
On your free day, use your car to explore the hidden corners of the
Island, where over 30% is designated National Park. Look out for koalas,
echidnas and, of course, kangaroos and walk amongst the seals basking
on the sands of Seal Bay. For scenery, be sure to visit the south coast
and the aptly names Remarkable Rocks.
Day 9 - Kangaroo Island to Adelaide (110km)
Bid farewell to Kangaroo Island as you board the ferry to the
mainland and your return drive to Adelaide. Be sure to visit Victor
Harbour and some of the pioneer towns on the way. Your car may be
dropped off in the city or at Adelaide airport for your onward flight.
9 day Wildlife & Wine Self Drive from £699
** DEAL PRICE - SAVE UP TO £100 PER PERSON **
Book by the 30st December 2010 to receive the special offer price of
£599 - valid for travel October to November 2010 or 18 January to 31
March 2011.
For help, advice or to make a booking call 0844 567 8050 today.
