Grand Australia Circumnavigation

Discover an iconic Australian wine estate with more than a century of history and heritage. Travel to the heart of the renowned wine region, Barossa Valley, home to South Australia’s most elite vineyards with a unique terroir for growing shiraz grapes. Visit the Seppeltsfield Estate, established in 1851, for an afternoon of exploration. Spanning more than 420 acres on a sprawling estate, this property has evolved into a village destination boasting ancient vineyards, beautiful gardens and twelve heritage-listed buildings. Learn about the founding family’s history in Australia as you explore the grounds and taste several wine varieties, paired with cheese. Cap your visit with a stop to enjoy other endeavours, including an on-site olive oil soap factory, Vasse Virgin, and JamFactory, a nonprofit with a series of craft and design studios, galleries and shops.

Journey through South Australia’s cosmopolitan coastal capital and visit the mainland’s oldest European settlement. With a burgeoning entertainment scene, world-class art and music, and a festival calendar that rivals those of other Aussie cities, Adelaide is not to be missed. Enjoy a panoramic drive past some of the city’s renowned landmarks, including the University of Adelaide, the famed Adelaide Botanic Garden, the Adelaide Festival Center and historic St. Peter’s Cathedral. Then, enjoy free time at Rundle Mall, a vibrant pedestrian shopping precinct with more than 1,000 retailers and service providers for fashion, beauty and food. Later, depart for the beach town of Glenelg. Established in 1836 and named after Lord Glenelg, British Secretary of State for War and the Colonies, this village on the shores of Holdfast Bay is the oldest European settlement on mainland South Australia.

Venture off the beaten path to taste the viticulture of South Australia’s renowned McLaren Vale. This region’s Mediterranean-like climate helps produce world-class wines. Embark on a scenic drive by off-road vehicle through rolling hills and seemingly endless vineyards en route to several of the region’s wineries. Meet the respective winemakers and sample their latest vintages, along with handmade soft cheeses, in bucolic outdoor settings. After an appetizing three-course lunch, travel to the Willunga Hills to take in sweeping panoramic views of the Southern Vales all the way to the St. Vincent Gulf. Ride only feet away from the breaking ocean waves during a drive along Silver Sands Beach, before returning to your ship.

Discover a picturesque village in the Adelaide Hills and visit a family-owned farm producing jams and condiments. Travel to the artisan village of Hahndorf for a day of exploring. Settled in 1839 by Prussian Lutherans seeking religious freedom, Hahndorf is Australia’s oldest remaining German settlement, and that heritage can still be felt in the historic cottages, bakeries, pubs and boutique shops dotting its tree-lined main street. First, stop at Beerenberg Farm on the outskirts for morning tea. Owned by six generations of its namesake family, who have lived and worked here since 1839, Beerenberg Farm is renowned for its jams, chutneys, relishes, and sauces made onsite. Learn about their history while enjoying tea and scones with their famous jam and mascarpone cream. After, spend time strolling through the village at your leisure, before returning to the pier and your waiting ship.

Discover one of Australia’s oldest and most famous winemakers on an exclusive visit to the Penfolds Magill Estate. Travel to the Adelaide Hills to explore an exceptional collection of vintages produced by Penfolds at the historic Magill Estate. Founded in 1844, by an English physician and his wife when they planted French vine cuttings carried from England to Australia, Penfolds has become one of Australia’s most respected winemakers. Home of the country’s most prized heritage wine, a blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon named for the Penfold’s homestead, Grange. Explore the grounds and visit the cellar where Grange was first created. Taste some of the winery's most coveted wines followed by a three-course lunch at Magill Estate Kitchen with three perfectly paired house wines, before returning to your awaiting ship.

Explore a historic area along the Port River and sail to see dolphins and shipwrecks. Travel to Port Adelaide, a rejuvenated, historic waterside district of cobbled lanes, heritage buildings and vibrant street art. Here, you will board a boat to glide along the Port River. Your skipper will share insight into local history as you make your way to Ships’ Graveyard, where the remains of at least 40 abandoned vessels of all types and sizes lie partially covered by mangroves. Pass through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary to see one of the world’s only wild dolphin populations living within a city, before visiting an international bird sanctuary. Keep your eyes peeled for the rare Curlew sandpiper, which can often be found here. Upon your return, you can stroll through Port Adelaide or stop at the South Australian Maritime Museum, before returning to your ship.

Pedal through vineyards, pause to pick strawberries and sample wine in a picturesque village in the Adelaide Hills. Take a scenic drive to the historic village of Hahndorf, where you will hop on an electric bike and cycle with ease to Beerenberg Farm, owned by six generations of its namesake family since 1839. Stroll through the fields here to pick fresh strawberries as you go. Continue your ride through picturesque valleys and vineyards, making your way to the region’s finest wineries. Stop at The Lane Vineyard, home to one of the country’s most acclaimed restaurants, who will provide a delicious picnic and a glass of their exceptional house wine. Enjoy lunch with incredible views from atop the hills of the Onkaparinga Valley, then continue your ride to Shaw and Smith to enjoy a tasting of five premium vintages, before returning by motor coach to your ship.