South Australia

South Australia Holiday Planner & Guide 25 DAY 1 Drive 80 minutes south of Adelaide to Goolwa, an old river port where the Murray River meets the sea. Join a tour with Spirit Australia Cruises to learn about the ecosystem and Aboriginal significance of this area, known as the Coorong. Enjoy a relaxed lunch on the riverfront and sample the award-winning whisky at Fleurieu Distillery. Overnight at the charming Beach Huts Middleton. DAY 2 A 70 minute drive north gets you to the historic town of Mannum to stretch your legs, but if you have it in you, keep going until you get to Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre, another 2 hours’ drive. Good food, great wine and extensive native wetland and woodland environs will get you closer to nature. From there, head to Wilkadene Woolshed Brewery followed by a guided tour of the nearby Twenty Third Street Distillery in Renmark. Rent a kayak and partake in some gentle water sports on the river, and stay overnight at the luxury villas The Frames. DAY 3 After waking to the sounds of galahs and corellas, start the day with a relaxing walk on the riverbank, then check out Australia’s largest rose garden, Ruston’s Roses. In the afternoon, hire equipment for water skiing, canoeing and jetskiing. Consider extending this itinerary with a Murray River Trails experience. Starting at 3-days, 2-nights in duration, these guided walks include all food and beverages, houseboat accommodation, activities and a knowledgeable local guide. DAY 4 Return to Adelaide at your leisure. The Frames, Riverland Above For a more detailed itinerary visit southaustralia.com/roadtrips