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South Australia Holidays


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Relaxed, cultured and cosmopolitan, South Australia is often overlooked in favour of its more famous neighbours but should you venture here you'll be rewarded with authentic Aussie experiences, incredible wildlife, fine wine and delicious local produce.

The charming state capital of Adelaide offers vibrant markets and street side cafes, whilst the coast is just a short journey away. It’s the perfect base for exploring the rest of fascinating South Australia as well as being the starting point of the famous Ghan train journey to Alice Springs and Darwin.

Treat your taste buds to world-class wines in the Barossa Valley and discover amazing wildlife on Kangaroo Island, Australia’s answer to the Galapagos.

With incredible natural beauty and prolific wildlife, each region of South Australia merits its own exploration. Spend your days hopping between boutique vineyards in the Adelaide Hills or Barossa Valley, or drive to the easily accessible outback of the spectacular Flinders Ranges. Or maybe head to incredible Kangaroo Island for up close encounters with native wildlife.

Trailfinders is the UK and Ireland's No.1 for Australia holidays

and one in six of all visitors from the UK travel with us! Almost all of our travel consultants have travelled extensively, often returning time and time again. Whether you want to link the best of Australia’s attractions with an easy network of flight routes, experience a once in a lifetime roadtrip, or traverse the epic outback by rail – our consultants can map it out, book your flights to Australia and guide you on the best time to visit.
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WHERE TO GO IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Click on the tiles below the South Australia map for more details on each holiday destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants?
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Adelaide
Surrounded by world-renowned wine regions, it’s easy to see why Adelaide offers such an exciting dining scene!
Kangaroo Island
Likened to the Galapagos Islands, the country’s third largest island is a haven of natural beauty and sanctuary for native wildlife.
Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Steeped in history, the red ochre outback of the Flinders Ranges boasts dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife and fascinating Aboriginal culture.
Barossa Valley
One of South Australia’s premium wine regions, Barossa Valley has more than 80 cellar doors and 150 wineries to explore.
Fleurieu Peninsula
Enjoy the picturesque and innovative wine region of McLaren Vale, along with deserted beaches and breathtaking coastlines.
Murray River
The mighty Murray River is Australia’s longest, running through three states and playing host to a huge variety of birdlife.

OUR HOLIDAYS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Nobody offers more ways to explore South Australia than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular South Australia holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.

If you'd like to see how you could fit this state into a wider exploration of the country - take a look at our Australia Holidays page.
South Australia Encompassed
Australia
Fly Drive Holiday
16 days / 15 nights

With exceptional stretches of scenic undulating coastline, gorgeous boutique wineries and the opportunity for encounters with native animals in the wild, there is so much to discover in this varied corner of Australia.

Guide Price: €4,469 pp

Guide Price: £3,749 pp

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Nature & Gourmet Retreats of Southern Australia
Australia
Fly Drive Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

This fascinating journey takes you between two of Australia’s most cultured cities, via beautiful rural retreats and diverse scenery.

Guide Price: €5,435 pp

Guide Price: £4,615 pp

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Wine, Kangaroos & Southern Sights - Motorhome Holiday
Australia
Motorhome
12 days / 11 nights

South Australia is an incredibly varied state. Travel from the vibrant city of Adelaide, to the iconic Kangaroo Island and the vast outback landscapes of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park.

Guide Price: €1,455 pp

Guide Price: £1,235 pp

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Whimit Through The Red Centre
Australia
Travel Pass
15 days / 14 nights

Venture into the Australian bush to see a different side of this vast country. Travel from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the north with Greyhound Australia, passng through the mining town of Coober Pedy before jumping off at Alice Springs for an epic 4 day 4WD Red Centre tour. See Uluru, learn about the Aboriginal culture and camp out under stars. When you're ready, hop back on the coach to tropical Darwin, the gateway to Kakadu National Park.

Guide Price: €1,229 pp

Guide Price: £1,025 pp

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South Australia Luxury Wildlife & Outback Experience
Australia
Fly Drive Holiday
7 days / 6 nights

Explore some of South Australia’s most unique properties stay. This itinerary combines a unique camping experience at Rawnsley Park Station, set in the epic Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park outback landscape and a luxury stay at The Frames, to experience the scenery and wildlife of the Murray River region.

Guide Price: €4,335 pp

Guide Price: £3,635 pp

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The Great Ocean Road - Motorhome Holiday
Australia
Motorhome
15 days / 14 nights

Exploring Australia in a Maui or Britz motorhome is the perfect way to travel, offering complete comfort and superb facilities for all your needs. These excellent vehicles combine the convenience of transport and accommodation in one. Apart from having no bills to pay for hotels and no luggage to carry, you will also find that they are extremely good value for money. Enjoy the fun, freedom and flexibility of 4 wheels with the convenience and comforts of travel in a modern motorhome!

Guide Price: €1,765 pp

Guide Price: £1,475 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

We feature a great range of accommodation in Adelaide and South Australia, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a vineyard cottage in the Barossa Valley, an authentic outback station experience in the Flinders Ranges or a luxury stay in Adelaide.

What you won’t find here are thousands of South Australia hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
The Frames
5 star

Barossa, Murray River & Fleurieu Peninsula

Perched on red sandstone cliffs overlooking the tranquil Murray River, The Frames offers an unparalleled nature experience in South Australia’s spectacular Riverland.
The Louise
5 star

Barossa, Murray River & Fleurieu Peninsula

Part of the Luxury Lodges of Australia collection and located atop a gently rolling hill surrounded by hundreds of acres of grapevines, this gorgeous vineyard retreat provides the perfect setting to relax and unwind.
Rawnsley Park Station, Flinders Ranges
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Flinders Ranges & Eyre Peninsula

Overlooking the southern side of the breathtaking natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound, this historic working sheep station is the perfect base for exploring the vast landscapes of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park.
Eos By Skycity
5 star

Adelaide & Glenelg

EOS by SkyCity boasts an enviable location, opposite Adelaide Railway Station and within walking distance of lively restaurants, trendy bars and shops.
Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
4 plus star

Kangaroo Island

Located on the far east of Kangaroo Island, Sea Dragon enjoys a spectacular coastal position featuring its own secluded beach.
Mount Lofty House
5 star

Adelaide & Glenelg

Set in the rolling Adelaide Hills wine region within the 30 acre Mount Lofty Estate.

WHAT TO DO IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, South Australia is also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique way to experience the area’s natural splendour that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you could be walking amongst sea lions on Kangaroo Island, the next swimming with Great Whites on the Eyre Peninsula. Alternately sit back and relax on a premium food and wine tasting in the Barossa Valley – the local produce here is simply spectacular!

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your South Australia holiday to life.
Adelaide City Tour
3 hours
  • City views
  • Historic North Adelaide
  • Wine Discovery Journey Museum
Barossa Food & Wine Experience
8 hours
  • Premium Wine Tasting
  • Gourmet Food
  • Stunning Barossa Valley Setting
Kangaroo Island Experience
16 hours
  • Beautiful Kangaroo Island
  • Native wildlife
  • Ideal for those with limited time
Hahndorf Gourmet Food & Wine E-Bike Tour
5 hours
  • Scenic ride through the stunning countryside
  • Tastings of local wine and cheese
  • E-bike hire

HOW TO GET AROUND SOUTH AUSTRALIA

With its excellent network of wide, easy to drive byways, South Australia is a perfect destination to be explored by car or motorhome. Follow one of our classic fly drive holidays or motorhome holidays or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your South Australia holiday.

If you’d rather not drive how about joining an immersive small group tour to the unique and wild Eyre Peninsula? Or use cosmopolitan Adelaide as a base before boarding iconic Ghan rail journey to Darwin.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT SOUTH AUSTRALIA?

South Australia has a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and mild winters. Generally speaking, it is hotter to the north in the Flinders Ranges, and cooler further south, on Kangaroo Island. The best time to visit Adelaide and South Australia is during their summer months of October to April.

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