At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
Your journey takes you on the route between Melbourne and Adelaide. It is filled with unique Australian wildlife, scenic coastal drives, wineries, national parks, vibrant cities and more. Discover this fascinating route, together with your friends. With easy journeys from place to place, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the natural beauty of this part of the world.
Quick facts about this sample itinerary
- This itinerary will be customised to suit your individual wishes
- Best travel time is between October and April
- Relaxed travel pace with 2-3 nights at each location
- The average drive between each accommodation is 2-4 hours
- Stay with locals at 7 locations, away from the crowds
- Choose from a diverse mix of activities with locals
- Collect rental car in Melbourne and return in Adelaide
Below, you can discover our suggested locations. Feel free to adjust your comfort level, add activity packages along the route, and indicate whether you would like us to arrange your flights. The price indication is based on travel in high season, so shoulder season travel will often give you a price advantage.
Route and Impressions
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![Mornington Peninsula is renowned for its exquisite food and wine scene](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=da36c9934c39395feaeb0b5d3948c060 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=d2f3a7a25c1f0b0cd90665c346be156c 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=483d712a8c340645d52a33c31c3639f0 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=2e4422671db23b1f66e08c4c58a62a40 400w)
![Discover one of Australia's most beautiful scenic drives](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/blog/discover-page/regions/aus-vic-12-apostles-Great-Ocean-Road.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=b00588374cac72daad639d56329eb3a1 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/blog/discover-page/regions/aus-vic-12-apostles-Great-Ocean-Road.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=161a0e52b87c6b1fafa7cb082691a599 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/blog/discover-page/regions/aus-vic-12-apostles-Great-Ocean-Road.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=e236613e1137ba9b00d28f2237bdf91a 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/blog/discover-page/regions/aus-vic-12-apostles-Great-Ocean-Road.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=59047cac3d122bac6e7819d135042c74 400w)
![Spot Australia's unique wildlife](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/solo/length/au-koala-tree-personal-landing-page-solo-length-of-holiday-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=45417967db4c596c3953fc95124ce9c4 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/solo/length/au-koala-tree-personal-landing-page-solo-length-of-holiday-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=3008e9c55a4044bd849eeecc315ee156 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/solo/length/au-koala-tree-personal-landing-page-solo-length-of-holiday-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=2eb3994db9bcf0bb39bec14c57bd6045 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/solo/length/au-koala-tree-personal-landing-page-solo-length-of-holiday-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=bc32278da18b2e55119fde3335d848b3 400w)
![Boasting a Mediterranean climate, this gem is a foodie haven](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/7.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=4c53049b6df360d28bc4ea3b47d7461f 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/7.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=3477fee487744c209a536c3bf70632db 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/7.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=86d2fc219256bf0d2a686218674c8dc0 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/7.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=0b7ca4e6a65f5a7d245b20e52918ccf5 400w)
![Say G’day to seals sunbathing on the beach](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/aus-sa-Kangaroo_Island_Wilderness_Tours_Seal_Bay_200703_102909.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=cb57135a039b379fca48cf6128edba41 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/aus-sa-Kangaroo_Island_Wilderness_Tours_Seal_Bay_200703_102909.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=aa2753bb4dd058af6f105ed59ff329b7 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/aus-sa-Kangaroo_Island_Wilderness_Tours_Seal_Bay_200703_102909.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=e4a0a6451a88c8217552cde80587b886 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/aus-sa-Kangaroo_Island_Wilderness_Tours_Seal_Bay_200703_102909.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=b9916a4f83581e3ae37541ecc12bca21 400w)
![Stroll along the Esplanade](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/Glenelg-Adelaide-SA_cTourism-Australia_630117-3_200703_102718.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=45c48aad8eb84921f70bbf31723c0e39 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/Glenelg-Adelaide-SA_cTourism-Australia_630117-3_200703_102718.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=e347d0ccec1cb1b61b61e72b7d44ce97 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/Glenelg-Adelaide-SA_cTourism-Australia_630117-3_200703_102718.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=afe93c6e4b090dec25337615f6aca528 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/Glenelg-Adelaide-SA_cTourism-Australia_630117-3_200703_102718.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=617fbdb637a03cca9956a6fa00ef9787 400w)
Price guide per person
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