Australia on Foot

Arrive in South Australia’s sophisticated and cultural capital city. Soak up the atmosphere with a stroll along the River Torrens, overlooking the famous Adelaide Oval, before visiting some of the city’s renowned museums, art galleries and boutique stores. Hop on a tram to the pretty beach suburb of Glenelg or opt for a day trip to the charming Adelaide Hills, Barossa or McLaren Vale wine regions. 

Accommodation: Adina Treasury Adelaide

Included activities: Fleurieu explorer day tour

Optional add-ons / upgrades: Adelaide City Tour, Murray River Highlights, Temptation Dolphin Swim, Barossa Wine Tour and Hahndorf, Kangaroo Island Coast to Coast day tour

Travel Designers recommendation: Every February and March, Adelaide hosts the world’s second largest Fringe Festival. Be sure to pre-book your tickets as the best shows sell out well in advance! 

Pick up your car and travel through the changing landscape to Australia’s authentic outback. Over the next few days you’ll spot an array of wildlife and explore the striking ochre-coloured ranges created an astounding 540 million years ago. Enjoy an optional 4WD tour to discover more about the region with an expert.  

Accommodation: Ikara Tented Camp - Wilpena Pound Resort

Optional add-ons: We highly recommend a scenic flight over the must-see natural amphitheatre, Wilpena Pound.

Austravel recommends: For the best chance of spotting rare Yellow-footed rock wallabies as they scale the rock faces of the ranges, take a visit to Brachina Gorge.  

Arrive at Arkaba Homestead for an early briefing before embarking on a four day / three night immersive bush experience travelling 13 to 15km a day (up to seven hours), with plenty of creature comforts along the way. Accompanied by expert guides in a group of up to 10 people, you’ll traverse the ancient Flinders Ranges taking in parched creek beds, secluded waterholes, rolling hills and craggy ridged cliff edges. Each night arrive at a spectacular pre-set-up camp, where a three-course dinner and Australian beverages will await you. Truly one of the most spectacular walks in Australia!

Accommodation: Choose to sleep under a blanket of stars in a deluxe swag or under newly erected shelters for the first two nights, with your final night in luxuriously appointed 1850’s Arkaba Homestead. 

Austravel recommends: To prepare for your walk we recommend you are physically active for a minimum of one to two hours, three times a week in the run-up to your experience. 

Take a more leisurely route back to Adelaide with a stop in the famous Clare Valley wine region for some well-earned relaxation and indulgence. Sample the local wine amongst the vines and enjoy gourmet dining – you’ve earned it after all!

For those looking for something more energetic, hire a bike and cycle all or part of the 35km Riesling Trail. The route takes you directly past a collection of the regions finest cellar doors. Perfection.

Accommodation: Clare Country Club 

Travel Designers recommendation: For a winery with a difference pop into the Sevenhill Cellars, started in 1861 by Jesuit priests who still run it to this day. 

With your legs rested, drive two hours to Adelaide and take an early flight to Geelong where you'll be picked up and transfer to join the exclusive four day Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk. Over the course of your stay you’ll cover 40-56km (dependant on options taken) from Castle Cove to the Twelve Apostles. Your experience will conclude with a helicopter flight over the walk’s coastal namesake, the 12 Apostles. 

By day take in the fresh ocean air and by night retreat to a crackling fire with a glass of wine and put your feet up before enjoying a fresh, regional menu. Retreating to your lodge accommodation, designed to harmonise with the surrounding nature.

Accommodation: Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk

Complete your adventure with a stay in one of Australia’s best-loved cities, Melbourne. After getting your bearings in central Federation Square, wander the city’s celebrated laneways, visit its many acclaimed restaurants or delve into a range of designer stores. Explore the bohemian suburb Fitzroy or coastal St Kilda for the full experience, and be sure to check out the city’s lively events scene for an exciting end to your Australian adventure.

Accommodation: Aria Apartments Southbank

Included activities: Laneways and arcade walk, Melbourne

Optional add-ons: Wilsons Promontory National Park, Marvellous Melbourne city tour, Great Ocean Road Day Tour, Colonial Tramcar, Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Ballooning over the Yarra Valley, Yarra Valley Wine Experience, Neighbours Tour

Travel Designers recommendation: Start your stay in Melbourne by hopping on the free City Circle Tram with audio commentary, connecting all of the major tourist attractions.