Grand South Australia Self Drive Tour Itinerary

Welcome to Adelaide, South Australia's capital city.

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

What is fritz? A frog cake? Uncover the answers on a guided Adelaide food tour through the heart of the city. Discover South Australia’s unique culinary heritage, from classic local meats to iconic sweet treats, and learn the stories behind them. 

The experience supports cherished multi-generational family businesses and showcases the flavours many Adelaideans grow up with. With a generous mix of savoury and sweet samples along the way, it’s a journey into the region’s food culture—filled with delicious surprises, memorable tastes, and the satisfaction of leaving with a full belly and lasting impressions.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today you will be transferred to the airport and board your flight to Kangaroo Island.

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.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Kangaroo Island - 2 Nights

Welcome to Island life - where things take time, drivers wave as they go by - or even stop for a chat. Explore Kangaroo Island on this signature full day 'Island Life' tour. Designed to showcase the best of Kangaroo Island, a passionate local guide will give fascinating insight into the elements of life here on the Island. The tour features a range of wildlife encounters, some north and south coast landscapes, and an elegant barbecue at a private camp in the bush. Enjoy warm hospitality in this unforgettable small group tour.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today you will fly back to Adelaide and collect your rental vehicle before continuing to your next beautiful South Australian destination, The Barossa Valley. 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.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 165 km | 102 miles   Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins

Accommodation: Barossa Valley - 2 Nights

Uncork the historic Barossa with your local guide, discovering boutique wineries that are big on character. Known for producing hearty Shiraz, the Barossa is perfect for red wine lovers. Visiting three boutique wineries in a day, our professionally trained wine-guides will create a unique and engaging wine experience for your group. Avoiding the crowds with our very small group size you’ll visit mainly small family-owned wineries, which will have you tasting some of the best wines available in the region. Your tour experience also includes a fabulous chef’s menu lunch at a popular Barossa restaurant. Accompanied by a glass of local wine or beer, it’s the perfect way to break up a big day of wine tasting. This is shared touring at its best!

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Stunningly beautiful and featuring some geological marvels such as Wilpena Pound, the Flinders Ranges stretch more than 300 kilometres 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

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 385 km | 239 miles   Total Driving Time: 4 hours 45 mins

Accommodation: Flinders Range - 2 Nights

Take a half day guided 4WD journey through Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, showcasing the best of its stunning scenery and wildlife. 

Explore the ancient Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, where your guide will unravel the region's fascinating geology. Travel through Bunyeroo Gorge, home to 600-million-year-old preserved sea beds, and Brachina Gorge, where you'll discover some of the oldest fossils on Earth. As you navigate the awe-inspiring rock formations, keep an eye out for the elusive yellow-footed rock wallabies. This tour offers a unique opportunity to drive through time and witness the breathtaking beauty and history of the Flinders Ranges.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Morning Tea

"Crossroads of Australia" and "Gateway to the Flinders Ranges" - Port Augusta is situated on the quiet waterways at the head of the Spencer Gulf, in close proximity to the spectacular Flinders Ranges. 

Off to the west and south-west lie a range of hills which once marked the territory of the Nukunu Aboriginal tribe, and to the north-west are two remarkable flat-topped mounts, peacefully lying underneath the sky's vast blue canopy. Port Augusta offers all the conveniences and facilities expected from a modern city.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 140 km | 87 miles   Total Driving Time: 1 hour 45 mins

Accommodation: Port Augusta - 1 Night

Port Lincoln is the Eyre Peninsula's second-largest city, set on the shores of Boston Bay, Australia's largest natural harbour. A magnificent marina development, Lincoln Cove, is home to the tuna fishing fleets of the Great Australian Bight. 

Port Lincoln offers a myriad of holiday ideas, from fishing and sailing, to diving with great white sharks, touring aquaculture industries and exploring the area's sheltered beaches and booming surf.

Seafood is always on the menu, with seasonal specialities including southern rock lobster, western king prawns and oysters.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 345 km | 214 miles   Total Driving Time: 3 hours 45 mins

Accommodation: Port Lincoln - 3 Nights

Discover extraordinary Port Lincoln, nestled on the shores of beautiful Boston Bay at the bottom of Eyre Peninsula. Discover the city’s history and heritage while enjoying pristine beaches, coastal scenery and the charms of this modern, vibrant regional centre.

 Experience the Southern Hemisphere’s largest fishing fleet going about its work at the commercial marina. Sample the freshest seafood with a fascinating factory tour and tasting.

Get up close and interact with koalas, kangaroos, emus, and abundant birdlife while learning about the hardships of the early pioneers.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Become one with the water at any of Port Lincoln’s beautiful beaches where you can swim, paddle board, surf, fish, or just walk—chances are you’ll find a secluded beach to enjoy all to yourself. Take a scenic drive anywhere from the town centre, and you’ll also discover many coastal lookouts.

Further Afield: See koalas up close at Mikkira Station, taste award-winning wines at Peter Teakle and Boston Bay Wines. Or, get a taste of both at Glen-forest Animal Park where wildlife and Lincoln Estate Wines are perfectly paired.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Tumby Bay is a beautiful coastal township of around 1200 residents. Pristine beaches, a pine tree-lined foreshore and historic buildings against the backdrop of rolling farmland and the Koppio Hills present a picturesque setting for this charming town.

On shore you can hike or walk along footprint-free beaches, mangrove boardwalks, trails and lookouts, around towns and in beautiful parks and gardens. You can browse shops, museums, art and craft galleries or relax and indulge with a coffee.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 345 km | 214 miles   Total Driving Time: 3 hours 45 mins

Accommodation: Port Augusta - 1 Night

Adelaide is bursting with culture, flavours, events and entertainment. Soak up the sun at one of many picture-perfect metropolitan beaches, visit chic inner-city boutiques, dine at world-famous restaurants. 

Get a hefty dose of culture at the Art Gallery of South Australia, you could easily spend a whole day lost in the halls, you'll find over 38,00 works and an ever-changing roster of Australian and international exhibitions. Close by is the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute, a visionary and vibrant place to explore and experience contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Approximate Distance: 308 km | 191 miles   Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

Accommodation: Adelaide - 1 Night

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

We know you will enjoy your 15 Day South Australian Tour, taking with you the magical memories of a truly exceptional Australian experience. We hope you will contact us soon to discover even more highlights of this incredible continent. 

Included Meals: Breakfast