Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney to Canberra
Your adventure kicks off in the Southern Highlands, about 1.5 hours from Sydney, where you'll find rolling vineyards and quiet villages. Head to Gold Creek Station farm to meet Craig Starr and his family during a Be My Guest BBQ lunch. From there, drive to Canberra and check out Parliament House, including a behind-the-scenes look at how things work politically. Tonight you'll join your Travel Director for a welcome dinner to get to know the group.
- Meals
- Lunch (Be My Guest BBQ lunch at Gold Creek Station farm), Dinner (Welcome Dinner with Travel Director)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza Canberra)
Included Activities
- Visit Gold Creek Station farm and meet Craig Starr and family
- Be My Guest BBQ lunch at Gold Creek Station
- Guided tour of Parliament House
- Welcome Dinner with Travel Director
Landmarks Parliament House Gold Creek Station 
- Day 2
Canberra to Wangaratta
Start early at Mt. Ainslie to see panoramic views of Canberra's planned layout spread below you. Travel through Victoria's High Country and cross the Murray River, then arrive in Beechworth, a historic gold rush town. Meet the local pub publican and have afternoon tea at the oldest hotel in town. Spend time wandering the shops, galleries, and museums before heading on to Wangaratta.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Quality Hotel Wangaratta)
Included Activities
- Panoramic views from Mt. Ainslie summit
- Chat with publican at historic local pub in Beechworth
- Afternoon tea at oldest hotel in Beechworth
Optional Activities
- Explore honey and gold shops in Beechworth
- Browse galleries in Beechworth
- Visit museums in Beechworth
Landmarks Mt. Ainslie Murray River Beechworth - Day 3
Glenrowan to Melbourne
Head south through Ned Kelly country to Glenrowan, where the infamous bushranger and his gang were captured back in 1880. Check out museums and statues throughout town to learn about the legendary tales. Continue driving to Melbourne for a city tour and a guided gallery experience at the Koorie Heritage Trust (a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience). The afternoon is yours to wander Melbourne's laneways and find hidden spots around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne)
Included Activities
- Explore Glenrowan and learn about Ned Kelly history
- City tour of Melbourne
- Guided galleries tour of Koorie Heritage Trust (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
Optional Activities
- Visit Ned Kelly museum in Glenrowan
- Explore Melbourne's laneways and discover hidden jazz bars
- Explore galleries and restaurants at leisure
Landmarks Glenrowan Koorie Heritage Trust 
- Day 4
Melbourne
This is your day to explore Melbourne however you like. Your Travel Director can help set up optional activities if you want them. Try Melbourne's coffee culture in the atmospheric laneways, or head up to the Eureka Tower's Melbourne Skydeck, which sits almost 300 metres above the ground with views across the whole city. There's also a History and Donuts Walking Tour if that appeals to you, or if you prefer animals, take a trip to Phillip Island to see the little penguins.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne)
Optional Activities
- Coffee in Melbourne's atmospheric laneways
- Melbourne Skydeck at Eureka Tower - bird's-eye views from almost 300 metres above ground
- History and Donuts Walking Tour of Melbourne
- Phillip Island little penguin tour (all own expense)
Landmarks Eureka Tower Phillip Island - Day 5
Great Ocean Road
Today you're driving one of the world's most dramatic journeys along the 240-kilometre Great Ocean Road. You'll pass through a World Heritage listed rainforest and untouched coastal coves, stopping in sleepy towns like Lorne and Apollo Bay along the way. See the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks, Loch Ard Gorge where a famous shipwreck happened, and the impressive London Bridge rock formations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lady Bay Resort)
Included Activities
- Drive along the Great Ocean Road (240 kilometres)
- View Twelve Apostles limestone stacks
- Visit Loch Ard Gorge
- View London Bridge rock formations
Optional Activities
- Stop in Lorne
- Stop in Apollo Bay
Landmarks Twelve Apostles Loch Ard Gorge London Bridge Great Ocean Road - Day 6
Tower Hill to Naracoorte
Drive through Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve, located inside a dormant volcanic crater, to spot emus and koalas. Cross into South Australia and head to Mt. Gambier to see the striking Blue Lake, which fills a volcanic crater. Stop in the Coonawarra wine region for wine tasting, then explore the Alexandra Cave in Naracoorte and see its impressive stalactites and massive twisting columns.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (William MacIntosh Motor Lodge, Naracoorte)
Included Activities
- Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve drive and wildlife viewing
- View Blue Lake at Mt. Gambier
- Wine tasting in Coonawarra wine region
Optional Activities
- Visit Coonawarra wine cellars
- Explore Alexandra Cave at Naracoorte (may be optional)
Landmarks Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve Blue Lake Mt. Gambier Coonawarra wine region Alexandra Cave - Day 7
Fleurieu Peninsula to Kangaroo Island
Explore the Fleurieu Peninsula with its rolling hills, rugged clifftops, and sandy beaches. Visit the seaside town of Victor Harbor and take a horse-drawn tram ride to Granite Island (own expense). After that, board your ferry to Kangaroo Island and arrive in Kingscote to settle in. You'll start meeting native wildlife including sea lions, koalas, and various bird species around the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aurora Ozone Hotel, Executive Rooms)
Included Activities
- Fleurieu Peninsula tour
- Ferry to Kangaroo Island
Optional Activities
- Horse drawn tram ride from Victor Harbor to Granite Island (own expense)
Landmarks Fleurieu Peninsula Victor Harbor Granite Island Kangaroo Island Kingscote - Day 8
Kangaroo Island
Experience island adventure at Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, where you'll see an immense fur seal colony. Visit Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary to help with bushfire recovery and wildlife rehabilitation (a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience) and learn about native Australian animals from experienced guides. Check out Seal Bay Conservation Park to watch one of the country's most significant sea lion breeding colonies head down to the water. Finish with craft beer tasting at the island's only boutique brewery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Craft beer tasting at boutique brewery)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Aurora Ozone Hotel, Executive Rooms)
Included Activities
- Visit Remarkable Rocks
- Visit Admirals Arch and fur seal colony
- Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary bushfire recovery support (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
- Seal Bay Conservation Park sea lion viewing
- Craft beer tasting at boutique brewery
Landmarks Remarkable Rocks Admirals Arch Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Seal Bay Conservation Park - Day 9
Adelaide
Arrive in Adelaide, South Australia's capital, which is known for its well-preserved churches and excellent food. Take a city orientation tour, then spend the afternoon exploring on your own. Adelaide has more restaurants per capita than any other Australian city, and the Central Market offers unique tastings like green ant gin with cheese (own expense) if you're curious about local flavours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza Adelaide)
Included Activities
- City orientation tour of Adelaide
Optional Activities
- Visit Central Market and sample local delicacies (own expense)
- Explore Adelaide's restaurants and cafes
- View well-preserved churches
Landmarks Adelaide Central Market 
- Day 10
Adelaide Hills and Barossa
Spend the day indulging in the Adelaide Hills and Barossa region, visiting atmospheric towns like Hahndorf, Australia's oldest surviving German settlement. Join a tour of the Barossa and Hahndorf to discover the abundant food and wine this region is known for. Have lunch at Lambert Estate in the rolling hills of the Barossa, then do some wine tasting at Wolf Blass.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Lambert Estate), Dinner (Farewell Dinner with Wine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Crowne Plaza Adelaide)
Included Activities
- Barossa and Hahndorf tour
- Visit Hahndorf, Australia's oldest surviving German settlement
- Lunch at Lambert Estate
- Wine tasting at Wolf Blass
Landmarks Hahndorf Barossa Valley Lambert Estate Wolf Blass - Day 11
Adelaide
Your guided tour ends this morning after breakfast in Adelaide. Head to Adelaide Airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
