Itinerary
- Day 1
Great Ocean Road
Your coastal journey starts with a drive along the Great Ocean Road, one of Australia's most scenic routes. You'll pass through rainforest and stop at Apollo Bay, a charming seaside village where Southern-right whales sometimes appear offshore during certain seasons. From there, head to the Twelve Apostles limestone formations rising from the ocean, then explore Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. After arriving in Warrnambool, you'll meet your Travel Director and the group for dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with Travel Director and fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lady Bay Resort)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along the Great Ocean Road
- Stop at Apollo Bay
- Visit the Twelve Apostles
- Explore Loch Ard Gorge
- Visit London Bridge
- Dinner with Travel Director and fellow travellers
Optional Activities
- Whale watching at Apollo Bay (seasonal - winter to spring)
Landmarks/POIs Twelve Apostles Loch Ard Gorge London Bridge Apollo Bay - Day 2
Great Ocean Road to Naracoorte Caves
Start the day at Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve, a dormant volcanic crater where you can see emus and koalas in their natural habitat. You'll then cross into South Australia and visit Mt. Gambier to see the striking Blue Lake. A Local Specialist joins you for wine tasting at a Coonawarra winery, where you'll sample the region's well-known Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Later, take a guided tour through Alexandra Cave at Naracoorte Caves, which is a World Heritage site.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (William MacIntosh Motor Lodge)
Included Activities
- Drive through Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
- Visit Blue Lake at Mt. Gambier
- Wine tasting at local Coonawarra winery with Local Specialist
- Guided tour of Alexandra Cave at Naracoorte Caves
Landmarks/POIs Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve Blue Lake Alexandra Cave Naracoorte Caves Coonawarra Wine Region - Day 3
Naracoorte to Kangaroo Island
The Fleurieu Peninsula offers a relaxed vibe, and you'll head to Victor Harbor for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, board a ferry at Cape Jervis to reach Kangaroo Island, known for its pristine beaches and wildlife. You'll check into your hotel in Kingscote, then spend the evening however you'd like, perhaps taking a walk along the waterfront to get a feel for the place.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aurora Ozone)
Included Activities
- Explore Fleurieu Peninsula
- Ferry crossing from Cape Jervis to Kangaroo Island
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Victor Harbor restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Victor Harbor Cape Jervis Kingscote - Day 4
Kangaroo Island Wildlife & Wineries
Flinders Chase National Park is your focus today, where you'll see the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch with their dramatic coastal views. A Local Specialist leads a guided walk at Seal Bay Conservation Park to see one of Australia's important sea lion breeding colonies up close. You'll grab lunch with wine at Vivonne Bay Bistro, then visit the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, Australia's only commercial eucalyptus oil distillery. Before heading back to your hotel, stop for craft beer tasting at Kangaroo Island Brewery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with a glass of wine at Vivonne Bay Bistro), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aurora Ozone)
Included Activities
- Explore Flinders Chase National Park - Remarkable Rocks
- Explore Flinders Chase National Park - Admirals Arch
- Guided walk at Seal Bay Conservation Park with Local Specialist
- Lunch at Vivonne Bay Bistro with wine
- Guided tour of Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
- Craft beer tasting at Kangaroo Island Brewery
Landmarks/POIs Flinders Chase National Park Remarkable Rocks Admirals Arch Seal Bay Conservation Park Vivonne Bay Bistro Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery Kangaroo Island Brewery - Day 5
Adelaide
Adelaide, South Australia's capital, is known for its well-preserved churches and food scene. After a city tour with your Travel Director, the afternoon is yours to spend as you wish. You might check out Adelaide Central Market, the city's main food destination, or the National Wine Centre for tastings and a masterclass on Australian wine and its standing globally.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza)
Included Activities
- Adelaide city tour
Optional Activities
- Tour of Adelaide Central Market
- National Wine Centre tasting and masterclass
Landmarks/POIs Adelaide Central Market National Wine Centre - Day 6
Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf & Barossa Valley
Begin with sweeping views of Adelaide from Mt. Lofty, then head to Hahndorf, a charming village with German-style architecture and historic stone cottages. Continue into the Barossa, Australia's top Shiraz region, for lunch at Lambert Estate set among rolling vineyards. You'll do wine or gin tasting at Maggie Beer's Pheasant Farm, and finish with a Farewell Dinner at Koomo, Adelaide's highest restaurant, serving Japanese and Asian-influenced food with city views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Lambert Estate in the Barossa), Dinner (Farewell Dinner at Koomo featuring Japanese and Asian-influenced dishes with city views)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza)
Included Activities
- Visit Mt. Lofty
- Explore Hahndorf village
- Lunch at Lambert Estate, Barossa
- Wine or gin tasting at Maggie Beer's Pheasant Farm
- Farewell Dinner at Koomo
Landmarks/POIs Mt. Lofty Hahndorf Lambert Estate Maggie Beer's Pheasant Farm Barossa Valley Koomo 
- Day 7
Departure
Today marks the end of your Southern Australia tour. You'll say goodbye to your travel companions and transfer to Adelaide Airport for your onward flight.
