10 Day Highlights of South Australia Itinerary

10 Day Best of South Australia with Kangaroo Is Itinerary
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Welcome to Adelaide!

Welcome to Adelaide, South Australia's capital city.  You will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation.

Cosmopolitan Adelaide brims with culture, flavours, events and entertainment. From spacious boulevards to vibrant suburbs, sophisticated architecture to lush gardens, the city has it all.

Adelaide's reputation as a foodie destination is well deserved. Famed for culinary creativity and outstanding produce, there is something here for every palate.

Adelaide is the Festival Capital of Australia - from comedy and cabaret to food and fashion, there's always something on no matter when you visit.

Accommodation: Adelaide - 2 Nights

Adelaide
Spacious Apartment Hotel in the Heart of Adelaide with an exclusive location on Victoria Square, in the heart of the city, Adina Apartment Hotel occupies the heritage-listed former Treasury Building. This is the quintessential Adelaide experience, with café culture, beautiful architecture, excellent dining, sophisticated nightlife, and sightseeing right on the doorstep.
Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

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Adelaide at Leisure

Today is yours to explore Adelaide however you desire.

History buffs will love the exquisite churches around every corner, many dating back to the 19th century. For a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter, join a cruise in search of wild dolphins — you can even swim with them if they are in the mood!

Adelaide Central Market is a great spot to grab lunch and indulge in some people-watching. More than 80 mouth-watering stalls offer local cheese, seafood, patisserie, and artisan produce.

old adelaide

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Scenic Drive and Ferry to Kangaroo Island

Take the 45-minute passenger and vehicle ferry from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, Cape Jervis is located less than two hours’ drive south of Adelaide, on the tip of the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Suggestion: Take the longer lovely scenic drive to Cape Jervis along the Fleurieu coast. Make sure you allow time for stops along the way.

Kangaroo Island: Over a third of the island is protected in nature reserves, home to native wildlife like sea lions, koalas and diverse bird species. In the west, Flinders Chase National Park is known for penguin colonies and striking coastal rock formations, like the sculpted Remarkable Rocks and the stalactite-covered Admirals Arch.

Accommodation: Kangaroo Island - 2 Nights

Approximate Distance: 106 km | 66 miles   Total Driving Time: 1-hour 36 mins

kangaroo Island

In Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, Seafront Hotel boasts stunning ocean vistas and diverse four-star lodging, from Hotel Rooms to Garden Villas. Just 300 meters from SeaLink Ferry Terminal, it's your gateway to island adventures. Indulge in our fully licensed restaurant's breakfast and dinner delights, relax by the pool, or engage in mini-golf for added enjoyment.

kangaroo island seafront resort

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Explore Kangaroo Island

Begin your exploration of fascinating Kangaroo Island today with a visit to the spectacular Remarkable Rocks and Admiral’s Arch. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Vivonne Bay before experiencing the only ‘in-flight’ birds of prey display in South Australia, where you’ll see an array of birds including the majestic Wedge-tailed Eagle.

Later, join a ranger at Seal Bay Conservation Park for a guided walk among a colony of rare sea lions in one of the country’s most important breeding colonies.

Kangaroo Island

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Explore Fleurieu Peninsula / Adelaide

Return to Adelaide today and if you have time you might like to explore the Fleurieu Peninsula.  On Adelaide's southern doorstep, the Fleurieu Peninsula offers a mellow Mediterranean ambiance. You'll find dozens of white sand beaches, undulating vineyards and farmland, pretty coastal towns near the entrance to Australia's longest river, and world-renowned wetlands. There are plenty of opportunities to see kangaroos and local birdlife as well as dolphins, seals, pelicans, sea lions, and whales.

Approximate Distance: 106 km | 66 miles   Total Driving Time: 1-hour 36 mins

Accommodation: Adelaide - 1 Night 

Fleurieu Peninsula
Spacious Apartment Hotel in the Heart of Adelaide with an exclusive location on Victoria Square, in the heart of the city, Adina Apartment Hotel occupies the heritage-listed former Treasury Building. This is the quintessential Adelaide experience, with café culture, beautiful architecture, excellent dining, sophisticated nightlife, and sightseeing right on the doorstep.
Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

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The Flinders Ranges

Stunningly beautiful and featuring some geological marvels such as Wilpena Pound, the Flinders Ranges stretch more than 300 kilometers from Jamestown in the south to the Gammon Ranges in the north. The Ranges is the gateway to the outback and boasts towering rock walls, spectacular gorges, abundant wildlife, and Aboriginal culture, dating back millions of years.

Driving through the Flinders Ranges, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were navigating the unexplored face of Mars. Towering ancient cliffs and deep craters border dusty red roads. 

You have reached the heart of South Australia's outback, yet just an easy journey from Adelaide, the Flinders Ranges is one of the world's ultimate destinations

Approximate Distance: 452 km | 280 miles   Total Driving Time: 4-hours 52 mins

Accommodation: Flinders Range - 2 Nights

Flinders
Accommodation:
Nestled at the foot of Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Station is a 12,000-hectare working sheep station in the Flinders Ranges. Offering a variety of accommodation, it features an on-site restaurant and an outdoor pool. Rawnsley Park Station is situated 30 km from Hawker, which has a general store, a petrol station and a visitor information centre.
Rawnsley Park Eco Villa’s

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Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges 4WD Tour

Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges are the iconic geological features of the Flinders Ranges National Park with stunning views and spectacular rock faces. See some of the oldest fossils in the world, and if you are lucky you may spot a Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby

Highlights:

  • Flinders Ranges National Park
  • Wilpena Pound
  • Brachina Gorge Geological Trail
  • Bunyeroo Gorge Scenic Drive
  • Razorbacks Lookout

This tour showcases the Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park which offers an abundance of flora and wildlife including Red kangaroos, Western Grey kangaroos, Euros or Wallaroos and some spectacular bird life - wedge tailed Eagles and a variety of lizards - as well as the Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby.

We look at the amazing ancient geological rock formations of the Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, and including a viewing of an ancient marine fossil - the Archaeocyatha Fossil - 530 million years old. The scenery is stunning and diverse – from deep inside the gorges to the open expansive views from the Razorback Lookout.

Brachina Tour

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Barossa Valley

The Barossa Valley is your next beautiful South Australian destination. The Barossa is bursting with flavour, new discoveries and hidden gems; there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through some of Australia's finest food and wine experiences and immerse yourself in the region's fascinating cultural heritage. The patchwork of parishes that make up the Barossa mean that each town and village has a distinct feel, from the beautifully preserved German hueffendorf village of Bethany to the old English charm of Angaston.

Approximate Distance: 408 km | 254 miles   Total Driving Time: 4 hours 54 mins

Accommodation: Barossa Valley - 2 Nights

Barossa Valley
Located in the heart of the Barossa Valley, just a minutes' walk from the main street of Angaston, Barossa White House, The West Wing features a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the large garden. The private living area includes a flat-screen TV with Netflix access. You will find a espresso coffee machine, fridge, kettle and a toaster in the room. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. The breakfast included is continental breakfast only.
the white house

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Providore, Savour, Wine Cycle Tour - Barossa Valley

Join a 15 km (9 mile) guided food and wine (electric bike) cycle tour, where you'll connect with rich and diverse culinary traditions...

Tour Numbers: Minimum 2 through to 10 maximum
Location: Nuriootpa, South Australia
Terrain: Flat 
Duration: 5 1/2 hours (approximately)
Difficulty Level: Easy

Inclusions: Freshly roasted coffee, wine tastings at three cellar doors, bottled water, seasonal lunch, gourmet cake (please advise of any special dietary requirements at time of booking), a beverage at a craft beer taphouse, good company

Barossa Valley

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Depart Adelaide

Say farewell to South Australia today as you drop off your rental car and board your onward flight.

We know you will enjoy your 10 Day South Australia Tour, taking with you the magical memories of a truly exceptional Australian experience. We hope you will return soon to discover even more highlights of this incredible continent. 

Approximate Distance: 71 km | 44 miles   Total Driving Time: 1 hour 28 mins

kangaroo island

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What Nicole says about this tour: South Australia has loads of personality - from the foodie centre of Adelaide to the diverse natural environment of Kangaroo Island, famous Barossa, the dramatic beauty of outback Flinders Ranges and of course a sublimely beautiful coastline. We have cleverly combined these distinct landscapes to give you a real sense of this remarkable part of Australia.
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