Shoppers at Argus House craft gallery in Victor Harbor, browsing local handmade goods.
Horse-drawn tram along the coast in Victor Harbor, Australia, with passengers enjoying the view.
People enjoying a picnic in a park at Victor Harbor, surrounded by trees and a small river.
Fountain and people in a park at Victor Harbor, Australia, with trees and tents in the background.
Tour bus driving through vineyards in Victor Harbor, Southern Highlights.
Victor Harbor coastline with a wooden pier and distant beach, Southern Highlights, Australia.

From Adelaide: Victor Harbor and Southern Australia Highlights Day Trip

Adelaide
Guided Tours
Google Verified Seller

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included
Transfers included
Guided tour

Expert local tour guide

Hotel pickup

Convenient pick-up at your location

Get your booking confirmed instantly

Experience Adelaide's coastal charm and historic splendor on this guided day trip from Victor Harbor, exploring Southern Australia’s highlights with a seasoned local expert. Begin your journey through the scenic landscapes of the Adelaide Hills, known for their cool-climate wines and German heritage, followed by an optional morning tea break in Strathalbyn, celebrated as South Australia's 'Antique Capital'. Enjoy the day further with visits to beautiful beaches and opportunities to see whales along this fascinating route.

Dive in a full-day guided tour of Victor Harbor and iconic spots of Southern Australia like Adelaide, McLaren Vale and more with round-trip transfers.

Experience a local guide's insightful commentary, while sipping delightful tea at Strathalbyn (at your own expense).

Marvel at the views of Horseshoe Bay at Port Elliot and experience the seaside charm of Victor Harbor, with the unique horse-drawn tramway.

The scenic drive takes you through Currency Creek wine region and McLaren Vale, and possibly spot some whales from the South Australian Whale Centre.

Fun Fact: Victor Harbor's horse-drawn tramway is the only one in the world to operate on a daily timetable, across a causeway, and through the surf.

Full-day tour of Victor Harbor, Adelaide & Fleurieu Peninsula (Goolwa, Port Elliot, Victor Harbor, Granite Island, Horseshoe Bay, Rosetta Heads, Encounter Bay & McLaren Vale)

Round-trip coach transfers (hotel transfers at select Adelaide Hotels)

Expert commentary by a local driver/guide

Morning tea stop at Strathalbyn (at your own expense)

Seal Island cruise

Morning tea

Lunch

Shoppers at Argus House craft gallery in Victor Harbor, browsing local handmade goods.

Shoppers at Argus House craft gallery in Victor Harbor, browsing local handmade goods.

Delve into Adelaide's coastal charm & historic splendor

Start your day with a scenic bus ride from Adelaide, guided by a seasoned local expert who will engage you with the region's rich history and unique tales. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you traverse from the plains to the picturesque Adelaide Hills, a region known for its cool-climate wines and German heritage. Indulge in a morning tea break (at your own expense) at Strathalbyn, dubbed the 'Antique Capital of South Australia', and stroll around the charming antique stores and marketplaces.

A day of beaches, whales & vineyards

Continue through the Currency Creek wine region to the old river port of Goolwa, before reaching the coastal village of Port Elliot, offering great photo opportunities at Horseshoe Bay. At Victor Harbor, one of South Australia's favored seaside towns, experience the world's only horse-drawn tramway that operates on a daily timetable across a causeway in the surf. Your lunch break (at own expense) can be accompanied by a visit to Granite Island famous for large granite boulders and stunning coastal views or take a Seal Island cruise and observe Australian sea lions in their natural habitat. The tour concludes with a drive through the rolling vineyards of the McLaren Vale, one of Australia's oldest grape-growing regions, and a stunning coastal panorama of Adelaide's southern beaches.

Horse-drawn tram along the coast in Victor Harbor, Australia, with passengers enjoying the view.

Horse-drawn tram along the coast in Victor Harbor, Australia, with passengers enjoying the view.

People enjoying a picnic in a park at Victor Harbor, surrounded by trees and a small river.

People enjoying a picnic in a park at Victor Harbor, surrounded by trees and a small river.

Fountain and people in a park at Victor Harbor, Australia, with trees and tents in the background.

Fountain and people in a park at Victor Harbor, Australia, with trees and tents in the background.

What to bring

  • Depending on the weather on the day of your visit, please dress accordingly and if rain is forecast, bring along an umbrella or raincoat.

Additional information

  • Please note that the itinerary is subject to change and some of the inclusions may be replaced temporarily without notice.

  • Infants between 0-2 years of age can travel free of charge.

  • Children need to be accompanied by an adult who is 18 years or older.

Tour bus driving through vineyards in Victor Harbor, Southern Highlights.

Tour bus driving through vineyards in Victor Harbor, Southern Highlights.

Victor Harbor coastline with a wooden pier and distant beach, Southern Highlights, Australia.

Victor Harbor coastline with a wooden pier and distant beach, Southern Highlights, Australia.

Customer Reviews

Discover what our customers are saying about their experiences

4.3

Loading reviews...

5
-
4
-
3
-
2
-
1
-

By proceeding with any booking via Staybook, you acknowledge and agree to adhere to all the .

FAQs

The morning tea stop at Strathalbyn is an optional activity for participants, with expenses covered by attendees themselves.
The tour includes a full-day guided exploration of Victor Harbor, Adelaide, and iconic spots like McLaren Vale with round-trip transfers.
An expert local driver/guide provides insightful commentary throughout the day trip.
Victor Harbor boasts a unique horse-drawn tramway, which is the only one in the world to operate on a daily timetable across a causeway and through the surf.
Key stops include Horseshoe Bay in Port Elliot, Victor Harbor with its seaside charm, Granite Island, Rosetta Heads, Encounter Bay, and the Currency Creek wine region along with McLaren Vale.
Yes, you might spot whales at the South Australian Whale Centre as part of your scenic drive through Southern Australia's attractions.
The trip includes round-trip coach transfers from select Adelaide hotels to various destinations in Victor Harbor and beyond.
Yes, infants aged between 0-2 years can travel free of charge and must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 18 years old.
If there's a possibility of rain, you are advised to bring along an umbrella or raincoat.
The trip excludes morning tea and lunch for participants.

You might also like ...

Explore more experiences in Adelaide.

From
9,982per person
1

Were Online

How may

Why travellers trust Staybook

We've served 50 million+ guests and are here to serve you better

Premium support, curated experiences, and trusted reviews so every trip feels effortless.

Guests hosted
50 million+

Happy travellers across 12,000+ carefully curated experiences worldwide.

In the media
Featured brands

Recognised and recommended by leading travel and lifestyle publishers.

Support
24×7 help center

Live chat with local experts before, during, and after your experience.