South Australia through Self-Drive Journeys

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1 Discover South Australia through Self-Drive Journeys Accommodation (Room Only) Car Rental & GPS Touring as per itinerary From coastal journeys and outback adventures, an Aussie road trip is one of the best ways to explore and experience the diverse beauty and wonders of Down Under. Take a short easy drive, go on an epic self-drive holiday or indulge in a 4WD adventure these itineraries are sure to cover every length and landscape of Australia. So hit the road and discover the wonders of South Australia and its surrounds at your own pace.

2 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS KANGAROO ISLAND DISCOVERY Adelaide to Adelaide Discover the magic of Kangaroo Island, marvel at pristine beaches, spectacular coastal scenery, natural wonders and amazing wildlife. Day 1: Adelaide to Kangaroo Island Kingscote (Airport terminal) to Penneshaw 60km; American River 40km; Flinders Chase 111km From Adelaide Airport take the flight to Kingscote on Kangaroo Island and on arrival collect the vehicle. Kangaroo Island is the largest island off the South Australian coast and shows nature at its wildest and most majestic in a magical combination of sun and sea, native flora and fauna. The coastline of the island changes from the attractive curved beach at Emu Bay to the rugged cliffs and roaring surf of the south. On the west are two of the island s natural wonders; Admirals Arch, a huge arch where stalactites are silhouetted against the afternoon sun, a magnificent sight. The other is Remarkable Rocks, huge unusually shaped granite boulders. Day 3: Kangaroo Island Kingscote (Airport Terminal) from Penneshaw 60km; American River 40km; Flinders Chase 111km More time to explore the Island before dropping the vehicle off at Kingscote Airport before the return flight to Adelaide. Note, your vehicle is booked until tomorrow and should be returned by the same time it was collected on Day 1 to avoid additional charges. 2 nights accommodation (Room Only) 3 days Avis car rental with GPS 838per person Day 2: Kangaroo Island There is a never ending list of things to do and see on Kangaroo Island and today you have time to explore the natural beauty of this island and discover Australian wildlife in the wild! Highlights include Flinders Chase National Park, Kelly Hill Caves, the Koala Walk and the seals at Seal Bay.

3 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS ADELAIDE AND KANGAROO ISLAND ESCAPE Adelaide to Adelaide Take in the rolling hills and coast line of the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis while admiring the dazzling scenery of Kangaroo Island and the picturesque Adelaide Hills. Day 1: Adelaide to Kangaroo Island (107 km to Cape Jervis) Penneshaw (at Ferry terminal) to American River 40km; Flinders Chase 150km This morning make your way to Cape Jervis for a 45 minute ferry to Kangaroo Island. Kangaroo Island is the largest island off the South Australian coast and shows nature at its wildest and most majestic in a magical combination of sun and sea, native flora and fauna. The coastline of the island changes from the attractive curved beach at Emu Bay to the rugged cliffs and roaring surf of the south. On the west are two of the island s natural wonders; Admirals Arch, a huge arch where stalactites are silhouetted against the afternoon sun, a magnificent sight. The other is Remarkable Rocks, huge unusually shaped granite boulders. Day 2: Kangaroo Island There is a never ending list of things to do and see on Kangaroo Island and today you have time to explore the natural beauty of this island and discover Australian wildlife in the wild! Day 4: Kangaroo Island to Adelaide (from Cape Jervis: 107 km) Penneshaw (at Ferry terminal) from American River 40km; Flinders Chase 150km Depart Kangaroo Island, taking the ferry from Penneshaw to Cape Jervis and return to Adelaide at leisure. As it is approximately two hours drive directly back to Adelaide, if time permits, stop along the way to explore the Fleurieu Peninsula and/or McLaren Vale. Note your car is booked until tomorrow and should be dropped off at the city or airport, by the same time as it was picked up on Day 1, to avoid any additional charges. 3 nights accommodation (Room Only) 4 days Avis car rental with GPS 914per person Day 3: Kangaroo Island Another day today to see all that there is offer on Kangaroo Island; highlights include Flinders Chase National Park, Kelly Hill Caves, the Koala Walk and visit Seal Bay Conservation Park for a chance to walk amongst Sea Lions.

4 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS DRIVING UP DOWNUNDER Adelaide to Alice Springs Venture into the heart of Australia, meet local characters and discover rugged ranges and vast plains. Day 1: Adelaide to Port Augusta (310 km) There is a choice of routes to take to Port Augusta today. The most direct way is through Port Pirie. This is quite a pleasant drive and will take around 4 hours. A more scenic drive is via Clare. The wineries around Clare are well worth a visit. From here travel on to Gladstone, the small town of Wilmington and to Port Augusta, a busy seaport town which is the last major centre along the road linking Western Australia with South Australia. Day 2: Port Augusta to Coober Pedy (540 km) Leaving Port Augusta travel north on the Stuart Highway into the real outback and desert of Australia. Travel on to the unique township of Coober Pedy. The name Coober Pedy is Aboriginal for white fellow's hole in the ground. This is extremely appropriate as most of the population live underground in dug-outs to protect them from the severe summer temperatures, often reaching 45C. Day 3: Coober Pedy to Marla (234 km) More time to explore Coober Pedy. Leaving Coober Pedy, continue travelling north on the Stuart Highway and pass through Cadney Homestead and onto Marla, which marks the start of the famous Oodnadatta Track. Day 6: Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon (321 km) This morning is at leisure to explore more of Ayers Rock. You may wish to rise early to experience the beautiful sunrise over Uluru or take a walk into the majestic Olga Gorge. Leaving Ayers Rock behind take the Lasseter Highway and pass by the majestic flat topped mountain, Mt Conner. Turn left and take the Luritja Road to Kings Canyon. Skirt the rim of the Canyon and hold your breath as you gaze 300 metres down to the valley floor. The soaring sandstone walls frame the Garden of Eden, a unique waterhole surrounded by palms and ferns. The best time of day for the Kings Canyon Rim Walk is early in the morning when it is cool. Day 7: Kings Canyon to (Alice Springs 474 km) OR Kings Canyon to Alice Springs via the Mereenie Loop Road (322 km) 4WD access only We recommend taking the Rim Walk at Kings Canyon early this morning, but it will be a very early morning to allow you enough time to drive onto Alice Springs. Depart Kings Canyon and return to the Lasseter Highway and turn left. Pass the Henbury Meteorite craters, formed around 4,700 years ago. Take the Stuart Highway north to Alice Springs. Spend the rest of the day exploring this beautiful part of the Australian Outback. Your vehicle will need to be return tomorrow by the same time it was collected on Day 1, to avoid additional charges. Day 4: Marla to Ayers Rock (517 km) Leaving Marla, continue travelling through Kulgera, and then continue north another 85 kilometres to Erldunda and then turn off to Ayers Rock and Yulara Resort. This afternoon head out to the Rock, we suggest taking a slow drive around it before heading to Sunset Strip to see the famous Uluru. Day 5: Ayers Rock An entire day at leisure to explore all that the region has to offer. Take a walk around the Rock, a visit to the Cultural Centre, a Harley ride around the Rock or a scenic flight. This afternoon try a picnic lunch at the Olgas and a walk through the Valley of the Winds before viewing another spectacular sunset. 6 nights accommodation (Room Only) 7 days Avis car rental with GPS 1,076per person

5 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS GREAT OCEAN ROAD AND KANGAROO ISLAND Adelaide to Melbourne Discover South Australia s best known wine region and drive the scenic Great Ocean Road. Day 1: Adelaide to Kangaroo Island From Adelaide Airport take the flight to Kingscote on Kangaroo Island and on arrival collect the vehicle. Kangaroo Island is the largest island off the South Australian coast and shows nature at its wildest and most majestic in a magical combination of sun and sea, native flora and fauna. The coastline of the island changes from the attractive curved beach at Emu Bay to the rugged cliffs and roaring surf of the south. On the west are two of the island s natural wonders; Admirals Arch, a huge arch where stalactites are silhouetted against the afternoon sun, a magnificent sight. The other is Remarkable Rocks, huge unusually shaped granite boulders. Day 2: Kangaroo Island There is a never ending list of things to do and see on Kangaroo Island and today you have time to explore the natural beauty of this island and discover Australian wildlife in the wild! Highlights include Flinders Chase National Park, Kelly Hill Caves, the Koala Walk and the seals at Seal Bay. Day 3: Kangaroo Island to Adelaide More time to explore the Island before dropping the vehicle off at Kingscote Airport for the return flight to Adelaide. Day 4: Adelaide to Mount Gambier (435 km) Collect your vehicle this morning before taking the Freeway directly to Murray Bridge and then onto Tailem Bend. Travel along the Coorong National Park skirting Lake Albert and Lake Alexandria. Travel on through Kingston and Robe and on to Mount Gambier, where you can visit the surrounding crater lakes and the Sunken Garden. Day 5: Mount Gambier to Halls Gap (230km) Leaving Mount Gambier and South Australia travel into Victoria and pass through the towns of Casterton, Coleraine, and Hamilton before reaching Dunkeld. From Dunkeld a scenic drive will take you through the Grampians National Park and onto Halls Gap. Highlights within the Grampians include McKenzie Falls, Reids Lookout and the Balconies, and there are walks of varying length and difficulties to reach some of these points. Day 6: Halls Gap Explore the spectacular scenery that is the Grampians National Park. Take one of the many walks and remember your camera. Day 7: Halls Gap to Warrnambool (164 km) Travel via Dunkeld and Penhurst to reach Warrnambool, which marks the start of your trek along the Great Ocean Road. If you wish to detour west, Port Fairy is located 28 kilometres from Warrnambool and is a quaint fishing village. Day 8: Warrnambool to Apollo Bay (161 km) Depart Warrnambool and before arriving in Port Campbell you will see London Bridge the broken arch. Travel to Port Campbell along what is commonly regarded as the Shipwreck Coast. See the amazing rock formations of the Twelve Apostles, which are huge stone pillars sticking out of the surf, carved over time by the crashing Southern Ocean waves. Continue through the Otway National Park to Apollo Bay. Day 9: Apollo Bay to Melbourne (187 km) The scenic coastline from Apollo Bay to Lorne has been described as one of the most beautiful and breathtaking drives in the world. Near Lorne, visit the beautiful Erskine Falls, before following the coast road through Anglesea and Torquay, recognised as the surfing capital of Australia. From Torquay, travel north to Geelong, the largest provincial city in Victoria. Continue from Geelong along the freeway to cross the West Gate Bridge and arrive in the vibrant city of Melbourne. Your vehicle is booked until tomorrow and should be returned by the same time it was collected on Day 4 to avoid additional charges. 8 nights accommodation (Room Only) 9 days Avis car rental with GPS 1,599per person

6 CAR RENTAL Car rental rate includes airport / city depot pick-up and drop-off, Unlimited kms, VRF (Vehicle Registration fee), CRF (Concession Recovery Fee), PLS (Premium Location Surcharge), LDW (Loss Damage Waiver), Super Excess Reduction (NIL Excess), 24 Hour Emergency Roadside SerSAe002C, one way fee (if applicable), admin fees and Excludes fuel and optional extras TERMS & CONDITIONS Subject to availability All prices quoted are per person, in Australian Dollars (AUD) based on twin sharing, ground content only and subject to change without prior notice Breakfast is not included, hotel seasonal surcharges; blackout dates; supplements and minimum night stay apply Itineraries are suggested itineraries only Sales Period: up to 29 Dec 2017 Travel Period: up to 31 Mar 2018 Other terms & conditions apply For more information please contact us on / 11 / 33 / 66 travel@cit.travel