Day 1
Welcome to Australia! Arrive in Melbourne, the vibrant capital city of Victoria. A hub of creativity and culinary innovation, Melbourne is heaven for lovers of art, wine, and cuisine. This evening, explore Melbourne’s world-renowned bar and restaurant scene with a well-connected local guide. Meet the characters, break bread, and hear strange and curious stories from Melbourne. Whisky, cocktails, foie gras—it’s all possible as you enjoy a tailored experience to match.
Crown Promenade Melbourne
Day 2
Today, you will enjoy a round of golf at Royal Melbourne Golf Club, ranked No. 1 Golf Course in Australia. Royal Melbourne’s 2 courses, the East and West Courses, are both ranked among the best in the world, and this renowned course is a popular venue for Australian and international golf events, including the Presidents Cup. Follow in the steps of the greats by teeing off at this prestigious club that has hosted the World Cup of Golf 4 times.
Crown Promenade Melbourne
Day 3
It’s time to play Victoria Golf Club, another of Victoria’s renowned Sandbelt golf courses. Situated in the beachside suburb of Cheltenham, Victoria offers a golfing experience on par with the world’s best. The beautifully landscaped course is designed to challenge both the amateur and professional golfer. It is one of the region’s tougher courses, with lightning-fast greens and some of the best bunkering in Australia.
Crown Promenade Melbourne
Day 4
Today, enjoy a private tour of the Mornington Peninsula, known as Melbourne’s summer playground. Only an hour’s drive from the city, this idyllic haven feels a world away. Enjoy wine tasting and a delicious 3-course lunch at the fabulous wineries in the region, as well as farm gate experiences sampling gourmet cheeses, olive oil, salumi, cider, and more. Your hotel this evening is a luxurious boutique retreat in wine country.
Jackalope Mornington Peninsula
Day 5
Today is yours to enjoy at your leisure; we recommend taking full advantage of your exquisite hotel for the ultimate relaxation. Your luxury suite is custom-designed for the ultimate indulgence, with floor-to-ceiling windows, private terrace, rain showers, and a heavenly deep soak Japanese tub. Enjoy a complimentary mini bar in your room (excluding wine) and complimentary daily breakfast in Doot Doot Doot restaurant. The hotel’s winery restaurant, Rare Hare, offers exceptional indoor and outdoor dining overlooking the vine-laced hills.
Jackalope Mornington Peninsula
Day 6
Your private tour guide will join you again today to take you back to Melbourne, with can’t-miss local stops along the way. Interact with Australia’s unique wildlife at the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary, visit the iconic Brighton Bathing Boxes on the beach, and explore the fashionable suburb of St. Kilda, where you’ll stop for a gourmet lunch. Return to the Crown Promenade and enjoy a final evening in Melbourne at your leisure.
Crown Promenade Melbourne
Day 7
Today, enjoy a private transfer to the airport and a short flight to Adelaide, the cosmopolitan capital of South Australia. Adelaide is the gateway to Australia’s most renowned wine regions, and today, you will experience South Australia’s hottest new destination for wining and dining: the d’Arenberg Cube. On the ground floor of the Cube, explore wall to wall art installations in the Alternate Realities Museum before joining your host for The Blending Bench experience—a hands-on, interactive experience where you play winemaker. A palette of wine parcels, each with distinctive flavors and textures, are melded in search of balance, fullness, and finesse. You then bottle, name, and label a 750ml sample to take home and show off to your friends.
Mayfair Hotel
Day 8
It’s time to embark on one of Australia’s most scenic rail journeys, heading from Adelaide to Darwin—the tropical capital of the Northern Territory—onboard The Ghan. In the comfort of this luxury rail service, you’ll travel coast to coast through the fiery Red Centre, experiencing Australia’s outback at its dramatic best. Your Gold Service accommodation includes a spacious sleeper cabin with power outlets; all-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant; and all-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages.
Onboard the Ghan
Day 9
Your journey on The Ghan continues today. Relax in your cabin (with optional auditory commentary on your surroundings), enjoy the picturesque scenery, and indulge in gourmet dining with premium South Australian wines. Enjoy a midday stop at Alice Springs, the most iconic town in the outback. Here you can glimpse the history of yesteryear, the thriving culture and unique lifestyle of today. Visit local landmarks, or take a front row seat at a spectacular bird show at the Desert Park.
Onboard the Ghan
Day 10
Today, the Ghan takes you to the remote reaches of Katherine in the midst of dramatic outback scenery. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Katherine River, gazing in wonder at towering sandstone cliffs. Alternatively, gain an insight into the culture and ways of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people, with an exclusive cultural experience. Spend the day with the Aboriginal people, sharing their culture, learning their ways, and trying your hand at traditional skills like basket weaving, spear throwing, fire lighting, painting, and playing the didgeridoo. Back onboard, savor a late lunch and enjoy the last few hours of your scenic journey. Arrive in Darwin in time for dinner and a sunset stroll along the beach.
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Day 11
Your incredible Australian adventure comes to an end today. Enjoy a private transfer to the Darwin airport, where you will begin your journey home.
