Australia

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South Australia Indulgence, Vines & Wildlife

7 day / 6 night

from US$3299/person twin share
from CA$3729/person twin share

Combine the best of South Australia in this Kangaroo Island Barossa Valley indulgence. This is luxury at its finest. From the hills and vineyards of the Barossa to the eco-luxe of Australia’s most stunning new resort, Southern Ocean Lodge.

Start in Adelaide, the City of Churches for a great introduction to this region. Take your pick of over 700 restaurants, café’s and pubs, go shopping, or explore the South Australia Museum, Botantic Gardens, or Central Adelaide market. Jump in your rental car and head towards Barossa Valley, just over an hour from Adelaide. This is Australia’s most important wine region and is famous for its food and wines including Shiraz, Semillon and Riesling. Your accommodation at Abbotsford Country House is set on 50 acres of farmland, and is a home away from home for visitors from all over the world. The owners will share the secrets of the Barossa Valley with you while you are pampered. You’ll enjoy sumptuous, regionally sourced breakfasts (included) and dinners (own expense) in the majestic dining room, while the hosts will provide wines from their extensive cellar.

Travel back to Adelaide, and board the short flight to Kangaroo Island. Touted as Australia’s own Galapagos, Kangaroo Island offers wildlife in the wild. Southern Ocean Lodge is Australia’s first true luxury lodge, offering a unique and exclusive travel experience. This itinerary provides time for relaxation, indulgence and the opportunity to enjoy your surroundings. Start with a coastal cliff walk, and later soak up the history of the early island settlers on a Kangaroos & Kanapes evening champagne tour. Your guide will meet you the next day for a Wonders of Kangaroo Island tour – a spectacular introduction to the wildlife, maritime heritage, and stunning coastal landscapes. Visit Cape du Couedic Lighthouse, Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and a fur seal colony. Later, discover the amazing sinkholes and caverns, part of the Kelly Hill Caves complex. Remember to book your spa appointments back at the lodge! Tonight, when the night sky is clear take a journey and learn of ancient tales and mythologies derived from the Southern Sky as you partake in Southern Stargazing. Your accommodation includes gourmet breakfast, light lunch, 4-course dinner with inspired daily menu, selected alcoholic & all non-alcoholic beverages, island airport transfers, and exceptional guided adventures and experiences.

INCLUSIONS

One night Adelaide, The Sebel Playford Adelaide
Two nights Barossa Valley, Abbotsford Country House
Three nights Kangaroo Island, Southern Ocean Lodge including touring, island transfers, gourmet breakfast, light lunch, 4-course dinner, selected alcoholic & all non-alcoholic beverages, pre-dinner drinks and canapés
Rental Car, Group C Auto for Two days
Private car transfer from Adelaide hotel-airport
Round-trip flights from Adelaide-Kangaroo Island
11 Meals: 5 Breakfast (B), 3 Lunches (L), 3 Dinners (D)

ITINERARY

DAY 1: ARRIVE ADELAIDE
DAY 2: ADELAIDE-BAROSSA VALLEY SELF DRIVE-BAROSSA VALLEY
DAY 3: BAROSSA VALLEY (B)
DAY 4: BAROSSA VALLEY-ADELAIDE AIRPORT-KANGAROO ISLAND (B, L, D)
DAY 5: KANGAROO ISLAND (B, L, D)
DAY 6: KANGAROO ISLAND (B, L, D)
DAY 7: DEPART KANGAROO ISLAND-ADELAIDE (B)

EXCLUSIVE DOWN UNDER ANSWERS BONUS OFFER

Abbotsford: Stay one night at Abbotsford in a Valley View Suite and receive a Barossa regional platter for two and a bottle of Premium Barossa wine on arrival. Expires Oct 31, 09.

Southern Ocean Lodge: Stay three nights & receive a free AU$100 Southern Spa treatment voucher (1 per suite), and an ugrade from a Flinders Suite to an ocean Retreat. Valued at over US$897/CA995 per couple.

Valid for travel until March 15, 2010.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Kangaroo island flight may be subject to fuel surcharge or increase.