Monarto Safari, Murray River & Barossa Escape
Days:
7 Days
Activity:
3. Active Moderate
$4,995.00
Tour description
Experience the very best of South Australia on this unforgettable seven day holiday, combining world class wildlife encounters, relaxing river cruising and outstanding food and wine experiences. Discover elegant Adelaide, stay at the spectacular Monarto Safari Resort, cruise aboard the iconic Proud Mary through the magnificent Murray River, and explore the renowned Barossa Valley. From close encounters with giraffes and rhinos to historic river towns, premium wineries and gourmet local produce, this all inclusive journey showcases the very best of South Australia’s landscapes, wildlife, history and hospitality.
• Fly to Adelaide with guided city sightseeing
• Adelaide Oval guided tour
• Lunch in the Adelaide Botanic Garden
• Free time in Rundle Mall and North Terrace
• Popeye cruise on the River Torrens with Devonshire tea
• Visit the historic village of Hahndorf
• Overnight at the spectacular Monarto Safari Resort
• Included Dawn Wildlife Safari at Monarto Safari Park
• Optional Sunset Wildlife Safari experience
• Time to explore Monarto Safari Park
• Murray Bridge Regional Gallery
• Two night Proud Mary Murray River Cruise
• Cruise through spectacular Murray River scenery
• Mannum Dock Museum and historic township tour
• Eco cruise exploring sandstone cliffs and wildlife habitats
• Aussie BBQ dinner, campfire and live entertainment onboard
• Two nights in the beautiful Barossa Valley
• Barossa Chateau with Devonshire tea and rose gardens
• Free time in Tanunda
• Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop
• Guided tour and wine tasting at Seppeltsfield Winery
• Lyndoch Lavender Farm
• Whispering Wall
• Free time at Glenelg Beach
• Fully escorted with quality accommodation throughout
Itinerary
Fly to Adelaide where your South Australian adventure begins. On arrival, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of this elegant city, renowned for its beautiful parks, grand boulevards and heritage architecture. Savour lunch in the picturesque Adelaide Botanic Garden before discovering the iconic Adelaide Oval on a fascinating guided tour, learning about its rich sporting history and impressive facilities. Later, enjoy free time to browse the shops of Rundle Mall or stroll along historic North Terrace before checking into your accommodation. This evening meet your fellow travellers over a welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Novotel Adelaide
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Following breakfast, enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard the famous Popeye on the River Torrens while indulging in a traditional Devonshire tea. Continue into the Adelaide Hills to the charming German village of Hahndorf where you’ll have time to browse boutique shops, galleries and cafés before lunch at your leisure. This afternoon arrive at the spectacular Monarto Safari Park, the largest open range safari experience outside Africa. After checking into the luxurious Monarto Safari Resort, there is the opportunity to join the optional Sunset Wildlife Safari for unforgettable close encounters with giraffes, rhinos and many other remarkable animals. This evening enjoy a welcome drink followed by dinner.
Accommodation: Monarto Safari Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Rise early for the included Dawn Wildlife Safari, experiencing the park as the animals begin their day. Travel through expansive natural habitats and enjoy exceptional close up wildlife encounters. Following breakfast there is additional time to explore Monarto Safari Park at your own pace before travelling to Murray Bridge. Visit the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery and enjoy some free time beside the mighty Murray River before boarding the Proud Mary for the start of your unforgettable river cruise. Relax onboard as your cruise begins before enjoying your first dinner on the river.
Accommodation: Proud Mary River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Wake to the peaceful beauty of the Murray River as you enjoy breakfast while cruising through spectacular scenery rich with birdlife and native wildlife. Stop at the historic river town of Mannum where there is time for a leisurely stroll or coffee before continuing upstream past Younghusband and Teal Flat. This afternoon board a smaller eco vessel for a guided cruise exploring towering sandstone cliffs, tranquil backwaters and the unique river environment. Tonight enjoy a traditional Aussie BBQ under the stars, complete with live music and a campfire.
Accommodation: Proud Mary River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast continue cruising back towards Mannum before joining a guided tour of this historic river port. Visit the Mannum Dock Museum and view the fascinating Shearer steam car exhibit. Following lunch onboard, farewell the Proud Mary and travel into the beautiful Barossa Valley, one of Australia’s premier food and wine regions. Check into your accommodation for a relaxing two night stay before enjoying dinner.
Accommodation: Mercure Barossa Valley Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experience the very best of the Barossa Valley today. Begin with Devonshire tea and a presentation at the magnificent Barossa Chateau before strolling through the beautiful rose gardens. Spend time exploring the charming township of Tanunda before visiting Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop to learn about one of Australia’s best loved culinary personalities. This afternoon enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting at the historic Seppeltsfield Winery before returning to your resort for dinner.
Accommodation: Mercure Barossa Valley Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast farewell the Barossa Valley and visit Lyndoch Lavender Farm, where there is time to browse the gift shop and enjoy morning tea at your leisure. Continue to the remarkable Whispering Wall, famous for its incredible acoustic properties. Later travel to the seaside suburb of Glenelg where you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch, stroll the foreshore or browse the shops before transferring to Adelaide Airport for your flight home, bringing to a close a memorable South Australian adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Activity Levels
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1. Easy
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2. Moderate
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3. Active Moderate
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4. Adventurous
Testimonials
Just a note of thanks for the excellent job Hans did yesterday. All of our group had a wonderful day and the Camden Valley Inn was a great venue. The staff there were very efficient and the meal portions just right for all. A most enjoyable day and thanks again. We did have one poor soul sleep in and so we numbered 37. Looking forward to our next tour with On Course in July.
Jim
Dear John Thank you and your team for arranging our Melbourne cup and King Island holiday. I enjoyed everything we did. Top accommodation and delicious meals. Your commentary was excellent. As was the way you looked after us all. King Island was as I anticipated plus the bonus of Michael Hill who made the day very interesting with his great stories and good humour. The meals on King Island were just super. Kerry did a magnificent job as the nicest “mother hen”. She capably looked after her “chickens”, especially this old “rooster”. Kerry made the delay at the Melbourne airport bearable by constantly providing updates and free vouchers. A special thank you to her. I must also mentioned the delightful Debbie. She is an excellent ambassador for your company. A very competent driver. Very pleasant and professional on the phone and in person. From the above, I trust you will appreciate I had a very very good trip. I look forward to again travelling with On Course (of course!) Cheers. Peter. I look forward to again travelling with On Course (of course!).
