Overview
5 Days
Adelaide
Adelaide
Botanica World Discovery
4 - 4.5 Star
Premium
12-99 Years
25
Fully Guided
BTWR5
Itinerary
Meet at The Adelaide Marriott Hotel at 1.30 pm, where you'll join a city sightseeing tour, including a visit to the David Roche Foundation , which displays the many antiques and fine arts David collected over his lifetime. Later this evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner. Stay Four Nights: Adelaide Marriott Hotel or similar (D)
Take in the sights of the Barossa Valley today. Visit the private garden of AL-RU Farm, a cattle property which features a stunning garden. After lunch we make our way to the private garden of ABC Gardening Australia presenter and Botanical Guide, Sophie Thomson. Sophie will take you on a guided tour, while offering insights on how she transformed the landscape, as well as the challenges faced while working with the unique climate and conditions of the region.
Our last stop of the day is to the historic Seppeltsfield Winery, with its avenue of stunning date palms, for a tour and tasting. (B/L)
Today we will visit two private gardens in the Adelaide Hills before adjourning to Hans Heysen's home and studio to see the magnificent gums he was so famous for painting. While here, enjoy lunch at The Cedars. Afterwards, spend time in the quaint German-influenced village of Hahndorf and experience its vibrant main street, with its many cellar doors, sweetshops and cafes. (B/L/D)
Today, tour the manor house and gardens of Carrick Hill, before taking a look inside the Australian Museum of Gardening. The collection here spans almost 400 years. Afterwards, visit Old Government House, the summer residence of South Australia's early governors , which sits in the heart of Belair National Park. The house is an excellent example of Victorian architecture and is set among magnificent gardens.
This afternoon, choose to either explore the Art Gallery of South Australia or take a relaxed tour of the Adelaide Botanic Garden with your Botanical Guide. (B/D)
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Produce and Properties of the Barossa Valley: Enjoy gourmet delights of the great wine region, including at Seppeltsfield Winery.
- Al-Ru Farm Garden: This idyllic setting on the outskirts of Adelaide features a stunning private garden, sought after as a wedding venue. The property's grounds also produce cattle and olive oil.
- Meet private garden owners: Visit private gardens, meet their owners and see roses in all their glory.
- See Adelaide's Botanic Gardens: Explore Adelaide, including the David Roche Foundation and the city's splendid botanic garden.
- Botanical Guide - Julie Prent: Be escorted by an expert , who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Fitness rating: Low
- Group Size: 15 to 25 guests
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