REST AUSTRALIA TOURS will meet you on arrival at the airport and answer any questions you have. You will be transferred to your accommodation with the remainder of the day at your leisure. Your travel documentation will be waiting for you at the hotel reception.

Adelaide is recognised as one of the Great Food and Wine Capitals of the World. The city centre is surrounded by parklands and is a blend of historic buildings, wide streets, parklands, cafes and restaurants. The Barossa Valley is a short one hour away and closer you have beautiful white sandy beaches of Glenelg, vineyards of the Adelaide Hills and the Wildlife Sanctuary at Cleland. What’s not to love about Adelaide!

If you missed out on a visit to the vineyards yesterday, today is your chance. Pick up your rental vehicle from downtown Adelaide, travel south through the suburban landscape and you will shortly arrive at McLaren Vale. Located only 40 km south of the city centre this wine growing region is a wine lover’s paradise. Known for its strong Shiraz, rich Cabernet Sauvignon and fresh Grenache. Visit the cellar doors and purchase some
local produce for later in your trip.

Continue south and arrive at Cape Jervis for the short ferry to Kangaroo Island. Rich in native Australian wildlife this magical Island justly advocates the true identity of the great Aussie landscape. You will spend the next two days exploring and discovering what makes this Island so unique.

Kangaroo Island is one of the best places to see Australian wildlife in its natural environment with more than a third of the island dedicated to national parks. You will find many other native animals here including the sea lion, fur seals, koala, echidna, tammar wallaby, brush tail possum and the bandicoot. The amazing wildlife continues underwater with unique marine life, dolphins, fish and leafy sea dragons.

No visit to Kangaroo Island is complete without a visit to Flinders Chase National Park. Today you will see the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and stay just outside of the park boundary with the opportunity to see the wildlife on your doorstep.

Today you depart the Island but not before a couple of last surprises. On the drive to the ferry stop off at Vivonne Bay, once rated Australia’s best beach, and spend time on the beach with the seals at Seal Bay. A uniquely rare and magical experience.

Back on mainland Australia and tonight’s destination is amongst the vineyards of Hahndorf. Australia’s oldest German settlement, Hahndorf still retains its charm and character. Learn about the colourful past of this historic town whilst enjoying the wonderful local food and wine.

Travel east through the rolling hills you soon arrive at Murray Bridge. Take a quick stop in this picturesque town and see the old paddle steamers and houseboats ply the calm waters. The Murray River is Australia’s longest and most iconic river running over 2500 km from the Australia Alps in the east and enters the ocean here at Murray Bridge.

Continue through the remote outback of the Limestone Coast, known for its rich fertile soils excellent for viticulture. Crossing into Victoria, Halls Gap is situated in the heart of the Grampians National Park, steeped in Aboriginal history, ancient mountain ranges, natural flora and fauna, waterfalls and stunning views. Before reaching your final destination stop enroute at McKenzie Falls voted one of the most scenic waterfalls in all of Victoria and worth the short detour.

This morning travel south through the Grampians, past Dunkeld and onto the charming fishing village of Port Fairy. One of Victoria’s busiest fishing ports and home to a variety of boutiques, antique stores, and art and craft shops.

The final leg of today will see you travelling part of the famed Great Ocean Road. Stop and enjoy the wonderful views of London Bridge before arriving in Port Campbell. A colorful seaside village with dramatic cliff tops scenery and plenty of regional produce to sample.

Today you will continue driving and exploring one of the world’s most scenic roads. The Great Ocean Road. There will plenty of time to stop, take pictures and walk along the golden white sands. Truly an experience to remember.

Spend time discovering the “Otways.” Great Otway National Park is home to Australia’s oldest lighthouse as well as the incredibly beautiful Blanket Bay. Visit the wildlife haven at the Centre for Conservation and see a huge array of native Australia wildlife.

Complete this perfect day with relaxing drive along the coastal road to Torquay and dinner at one of the beachside restaurants.

Mornington Peninsula is renowned for its innovative local cuisine, relaxed alfresco settings and is a playground for Melbourne’s city dwellers. Drive to Queenscliffe and join the ferry to Sorrento. Keep an eye out for the resident dolphins and seals colonies on this short cruise across the bay.

Arriving in Sorrento your choice of activities in the peninsula are endless. Whether it be visiting award winning wineries and sculpture parks. Sampling the fresh local produce, bathing in hot springs, horse riding, playing a round of golf or just relaxing on the beach. Mornington Peninsula has something for everyone.

No need to wake early today. Mornington Peninsula has so much more to offer! Board the state-of-the-art gondola at the Arthurs Seat Eagle and fly over the State forest to the highest point of the beautiful Mornington Peninsula for breathtaking views across the bay and to the city - the best in Victoria. Then make your way to vibrant Melbourne, only an hour’s drive away.