itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Adelaide, Barossa Valley (AT,D)
Our Carbon Neutral flights arrive into Adelaide early afternoon where we leave the hustle and bustle behind and head for the taste sensations of the Barossa Valley on our opulent ‘Diamond Class’ coach. Travel responsibly knowing all coach emissions are 100% offset. We make our way to Barossa Chateau in Lyndoch Hill where we enjoy Devonshire tea before checking in to Novotel Barossa Valley. 2 Night Stay: Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Day 2. Barossa Valley (B,L,D)
We start our day at the majestic Chateau Tanunda, the largest and oldest chateau in Australia, taking a tour of this beautiful estate, its vineyards, winemaking area and barrel hall. Afterwards, we travel along the ‘Western Ridge’ of the Barossa Valley to Seppeltsfield. This long running vineyard combines over 420 acres of gardens and heritage-listed architecture, offering some of the most picturesque landscapes. Our guided tour takes us behind the scenes to look through the estates treasure trove of historical buildings. We learn the Seppelt family history, enjoy a tasting and discover the Homestead verandah, Elm Walk, distillery and underground blending cellar. After a sumptuous lunch of local produce we make our way to the Maggie Beer Farm Shop where we settle down to enjoy a private cooking demonstration that will add some Maggie flare to our home-cooking. Learn the history of the farm, sample the dishes cooked and enjoy a tasting of the vintage wines and ciders. Later, our afternoon takes us to Mengler’s Hill lookout, the famous Herbig Family Tree, and the intriguing Whispering Wall at the Barossa Reservoir.
Day 3. Encounter Bay (B,L,D)
Leaving the Barossa Valley behind we continue on to the quaint Bavarian village of Hahndorf. Here we learn to make apple strudel before our local guide takes us on a walking tour of the village, stopping at locations not available to the general public, and sharing stories only a local would know! Then indulge in a German-themed luncheon at the Hahndorf Inn, followed by the strudel we hand made this morning. Our afternoon takes us to Encounter Bay. 1 Night Stay: Bluff Resort Apartments, Encounter Bay
Day 4. KANGAROO ISLAND (B,L,D)
Taking an early ferry from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island we meet our local guide and begin our island nature experience. For lunch we break at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery and then continue on to spectacular Seal Bay Conservation Park for a memorable guided walk along the beach which is home to a healthy Australian sea lion colony. At Emu Bay Lavender Farm we tour the farms estimated 7,500 lavender plants and learn about the many uses of their produce. 2 Night Stay: Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge
Day 5. KANGAROO ISLAND (B,L,D)
This morning we travel to the western section of the island and discover the remarkable Flinders Chase National Park. At Cape du Couedic we see at close range some of the 10,000 healthy long-nosed fur seals in their colony, then discover the intriguing Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Enjoy lunch at Vivonne Bay Lodge a perfect balance of delicious food and awesome atmosphere. We then stop in at Clifford’s Honey Farm to see Ligurian bees in their hives, learn about the extraction process and taste some of the golden nectar including Honey Mead.
Day 6. Adelaide (B,L,D)
Our day starts with a stop at Pennington Bay before we visit Cape Willoughby Conservation Park, home to South Australia’s first lighthouse built in 1852. On our tour we discover the areas early role in coastal shipping, colonial trading and passenger transport. Our next stop is False Cape Wines, a finalist in the Australian Cellar Door of the Year awards. We enjoy a wine tasting of their premium boutique wines, indulge in a platter lunch using local small goods and produce, and admire the magnificent views from this clifftop cellar door. After lunch we board the ferry to return to the mainland and transfer to Adelaide. 1 Night Stay: Hilton Adelaide
Day 7. Depart Adelaide (B)
We make a relaxed start to the day before we arrive at the airport for our Carbon Neutral flights home.
B = Full Breakfast; MT = M/Tea; L = Lunch; AT = A/Tea; D = Two Course Dinner
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