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Air Expedition South Australia
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A hand-crafted, authentic expedition showcasing South Australia’s finest experiences—the Eyre Peninsula, Flinders Ranges, & Barossa Valley
A voyage unveiling the secrets of Australia’s scenic south, this is a six-night air expedition showcasing South Australia’s premier ocean, outback, and wine regions: the Eyre Peninsula, Flinders Ranges, and Barossa Valley. Spending two days in each location, you’ll traverse iconic landscapes and interact with genuine characters and world-class guides every step of the way. Slip seamlessly behind the scenes with privileged access, and experience authentic immersion that only the most passionate locals can provide—all while travelling via sleek and stylish private aircraft.
This is an adventure for travellers wanting exploration with substance. Crossing the threshold from tourist to traveller, you’ll be welcomed to dine in local’s homes and acclaimed vineyard restaurants with VIP access, tread private beaches and go behind the scenes at working sheep stations. You’ll develop a true understanding of South Australia’s hidden gems and be granted the exclusive privileges that come with The Tailor.
Why Travel With Us?
Highlights
Accommodation
Inclusions
Pricing
Why Travel With Us?
Enjoy Your Personalised Odyssey…
With your own family or friends
Designed with intimacy in mind and perfect for families or groups of friends, you’ll tour exclusively with seven of your nearest and dearest. Choosing your own group and travelling with familiar faces enables you to enjoy your journey from the very first moment.
In your own space
There’s no cattle class here. All locations, experiences, and transfers* are completely private. Privileged access and intimate experiences ensure your absolute safety and privacy, while still remaining authentic.
In your own time
Each day is adapted to your needs—forget scheduled departure times and by-the-numbers sightseeing. Spontaneity is welcomed, and your personal whims, wishes, and desires are shaped by your guide into truly one of-a-kind experiences wherever you are.
With genuine characters
Meet hand-picked locals whose very roots are intertwined with the region. You’ll take a seat at the table with families whose passions span several generations, and a range of characters who will welcome you into their everyday lives with genuine enthusiasm.
With your own personal guide/s
Your personal guide is there to elevate your experience without intrusion from arrival to departure. Both in tune with the surrounding environment and your own needs, they’ll freely share their knowledge of and passion for each area to enhance your journey.
With The Tailor standard
As Australia’s premier luxury and five-star experiential travel company, we know the finest experiences. We’ve hand-picked the best available accommodation, and, teamed it with the best local cuisine and beverages in each region to elevate every single moment.
Highlights
Eyre Peninsula
Discover the region with the passionate locals from Australian Coastal Safaris. Founder David Doudle and his highly experienced team have the connections to peel back the secrets of the west coast, opening up regions that are untouched by tourism for a truly immersive experience. You will enjoy 4WD safaris through endless sand dunes, private beach fishing, shucking oysters straight from the rack in the turquoise waters of Coffin Bay, and up-close and personal wildlife encounters, and a first-hand demonstration of how the Eyre Peninsula earned the title of Australia’s seafood capital.
Flinders Ranges
A primordial landscape where red earth meets the Milky Way, the Flinders Ranges welcomes guests into its space with a vast, ancient gaze—all while remaining immense, indifferent, and splendid. Down the beaten path of this ancient space lies the iconic sheep station Angorichina. Experience a slice of authentic outback life with your hosts and guides Di and Ian Fargher, fourth generation owners. You’ll get swept up in the pace of station life while discovering the fascinating environment under their guidance.
Barossa Valley
A collection of enthusiastic guides will lead you through this local and visitor-favourite wine region: your Tailor guide, knowledgeable winery staff, and passionate Barossa locals who grew up amongst the vines will collaborate to provide you with behind the scenes touring, private tastings, and privileged access to award-winning experiences. With over one hundred wineries set amidst stunning scenery in Australia’s premier wine region, the Barossa Valley is the perfect final stop on your expedition, and is certain to leave an impression.
Accommodation
Port Lincoln Hotel (Eyre Peninsula)
The Port Lincoln Hotel is centrally located on the town’s curved shoreline. The spacious Luxury Ocean View Suite is the perfect base from which to explore the untouched wilderness of the Eyre Peninsula. Offering panoramic views of magnificent, tree-lined Boston Bay from the comfort of your private balcony, this hotel offers contemporary facilities and classic country hospitality.
Gum Creek Station (Flinders Ranges)
Nestled in the heart of South Australia’s magnificent Flinders Ranges is the spectacular Gum Creek Lodge. Folded into the landscape with 50,000 acres of undisturbed country to its name, the lodge prides itself on its marvellous placement, providing panoramic and topographic views over a valley of River Red Gums and native Pine Trees. The ideal base for exploring this ancient landscape, the striking lodge has four ensuite bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchen, dining and lounge, with a rear courtyard boasting an open set stone fireplace to warm your evenings under a blanket of stars, complete with wood-fired pizza oven.
The Louise (Barossa Valley)
The Louise is an award-winning vineyard retreat with acclaimed on-site restaurant, Appellation. Perched atop a gentle hill and nestled within a sea of vines, The Louise affords views across the famous Barossa Valley. With just 15 suites, this luxury accommodation offers extensive private space and individual terraces overlooking the adjacent vineyards. Home to both award-winning Appellation restaurant and the more casual three75 bar + kitchen, dining at this accommodation showcases fresh, seasonal cuisine superbly matched with an impressive local wine list.
Inclusions
- 7-day/6-night tour fully hosted by a professional guide from The Tailor
- 2 nights at The Port Lincoln Hotel in a Luxury Ocean View Suite including all meals with selected beverages and two full days of touring the Eyre Peninsula including a visit to Mikkira Station, Coffin Bay Oyster Safari, and seafood masterclass dinner with a local seafood chef
- 2 nights at Gum Creek Station Luxury Lodge in the Flinders Ranges including all meals with selected beverages and two full days touring the Flinders Ranges with local fourth generation owners of working sheep station Angorichina Station
- 2 nights at The Louise luxury accommodation in the Barossa Valley including all meals with selected beverages and two full days touring the Barossa Valley including a visit to the original 1850s settlers’ cottage cellar door at Torbreck Vintners for wine tasting, private tour of acclaimed Seppeltsfield winery with opportunity to Taste Your Birth Year vintage tawny and accompanying lunch at Fino, tour and hosted paddock to plate experience the owners of seventh-generation family-run Hutton Vale Farm
- All transfers, including scheduled flight from Adelaide to Port Lincoln with Rex Airlines (Upgrade to private charter available – fees apply); Cessna Caravan (or similar) private charter flights from Port Lincoln to Flinders Ranges (Blinman), Flinders Ranges to Barossa Valley (Gawler), and road transfer in a private luxury vehicle from the Barossa Valley to Adelaide
- 24-hour access to The Tailor support staff while travelling in Australia
Pricing
Prices start from AUD$8,995.00 per person, based on a minimum of 8 paying passengers in twin share accommodation, and are valid for travel until 31 March 2022.
The above costs are dependent on availability at the time of booking. Blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply and costs are subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.
Please consult your Travel Designer to check on full terms and conditions and availability.
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