Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train

Explore the best of Australia’s luxury living, with exclusive experiences that bring the country’s unique offerings to life. From golfing Melbourne’s top courses, to epicurean adventures in the Mornington Peninsula, to soaking up outback scenery from the comfort of a luxury train, this trip gives you a bit of everything.

This Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train tour is perfect for the traveler who wants to experience a little bit of everything! This itinerary is all about the finer things in life: It includes golf at 2 of Australia’s most prestigious courses; exclusive wine tasting and wine blending experiences; a luxurious rail journey through the outback; and much more.

We planned this trip for a couple from Seattle. They started their Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train tour in Melbourne. Here, they enjoyed a private nightlife and culinary tour, as well as golf at some of the region’s top courses.

Next, they spent 2 nights in the nearby Mornington Peninsula (otherwise known as Melbourne’s summer playground). They went wine tasting with a private guide and saw unique Australian animals at Moonlit Sanctuary. The next stop on their trip was Adelaide and wine country. They visited the d’Arenberg Cube, an innovative and iconic destination for wine lovers, and got to create their very own wine blends!

One of the highlights of their Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train tour was taking The Ghan luxury train from Adelaide to Darwin. Traveling from one end of Australia to the other through the fiery Red Centre, they were able to enjoy a wonderful outback experience with the utmost comfort and luxury. They stopped in Alice Springs, Australia’s most iconic outback town, and Katherine, home to breathtaking outback scenery. Their journey finished in Darwin, where they had an evening at leisure to explore the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets and enjoy the laid-back feel of this tropical city.

Accommodation
  • 3 Nights Crown Promenade Melbourne
  • 2 Nights Intercontinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula
  • 1 Night Mayfair Hotel Adelaide
  • 2 Nights Ghan Gold Cabin
  • 1 Night Adina Aprtment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Transportation
  • All private airport transfers
  • All private transfers to golf courses
Touring
  • Private Melbourne Dinner and Cocktails Tour
  • 18 Holes at Royal Melbourne
  • 18 Holes at Victoria Golf Club
  • Private Wine and Food Mornington Peninsula Tour
  • Private Wildlife Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island Tour
  • Private Coast, Gorge and McLaren Vale Tour

Suggested Itinerary

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.
Intercontinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula

Day 5
Today you embarck on a private wildlife tour on the Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island. Many consider Phillip Island’s iconic penguin parade an unmissable wildlife experience. Its immense popularity has made it hard to escape the tourist droves but a private tour with a local host will ensure this is as intimate as possible. With plenty of unique wildlife, coastal and nature experiences on offer, this is an experience you will love.  
Intercontinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula

Day 6
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 7
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 8
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 9
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 10
Your incredible Australian adventure comes to an end today. Enjoy a private transfer to the Darwin airport, where you will begin your journey home.

About this vacation
Cost Per Person

Does not include the cost of airfare


Based on
10 day stay
2 travelers

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