Gray Line Adelaide South Australia Australia

Gray Line is a long established Australian owned premium sightseeing company. The Driver family has been operating since 1931 and have a fleet of over 75 vehicles with operations in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Tasmania, Cairns, Perth, Alice Springs and Darwin, with an alliance partner in Brisbane/Gold Coast.

Gray Line Adelaide operates half day and full day coach tours highlighting Adelaide, Glenelg, Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf, Barossa Valley, the River Murray, Kangaroo Island, Victor Harbor and Coorong regions of South Australia.

Touring Options

Kangaroo Island Cruise – Fly Day Tour – 576

Sea voyage the Backstairs Passage from spectacular Cape Jervis to this sailing shipwreck island, home to the wallaby, goanna, echidna, koala, kangaroo and a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach – Kangaroo Island – so natural, so unique with dramatic pockets of unspoiled wilderness. This is indeed nature’s treasure island.

. Highlights include:
. Early start coach travel to Cape Jervis.
. Cruise the Backstairs Passage to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach at Seal Bay, home for over 500 Australian Sea Lions.
. Enjoy an Australian country style lunch in a rural setting.
. Unspoilt wilderness of Flinders Chase National Park.
. Look for koalas in their natural habitat.
. Witness astounding rock formations at Remarkable Rocks.
. Keep an eye out for an echidna.
. Take in the spectacle of Admirals Arch.
. See New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural ocean environment.
. Return to Kingscote for return flight to Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0645 to 1915.

Grand Barossa and Hahndorf Day Tour – 584

The Barossa Valley with its Bavarian villages, Baroque Italianate chateaux and stunning vineyard scenery gives a unique mix of Europe in Australia. Breathe in the beauty of the Adelaide Hills in the leafy greenness of the quaint yet charming villages, so close yet so removed from the city bustle of Adelaide. The German settlement of Hahndorf evokes sounds, tastes and smells of Bavaria.

. Highlights includes:
. Follow the Torrens River through the spectacular Torrens Gorge.
. Skirt Kangaroo Creek Reservoir and Millbrooke Reservoir.
. Williamstown with its beautiful stone buildings.
. Lyndoch Bakery – the aroma of fresh coffee and pastries! Enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea and an authentic German streusel. A real Barossa treat.
. Visit Wolf Blass and taste some of the Barossa’s most famous wines.
. Take in panoramic views over the Barossa Valley from Menglers Hill Lookout.
. Opportunity to taste Australian wines at Kaesler Winery, a noted Barossa Valley wine producer.
. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at Kaesler Winery Restaurant.
. Travel through the old mill town of Woodside and the Adelaide Hills.
. Visit Australia’s oldest German settlement – Hahndorf.
. Stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorf’s main street.
. See quaint cottages, craft shops and tea rooms.
. Villages of Crafers, Stirling and Aldgate set amongst the lush greenness of the Adelaide Hills.
. Delightful village of Bridgewater with Bridgewater Mill and Waterwheel.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0930 to 1730.

Kangaroo Island Fly – Cruise Day Tour – 566

Fly from Adelaide direct to Kingscote on Kangaroo Island. This sailing shipwreck island is home to the wallaby, goanna, echidna, koala, kangaroo and a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach – Kangaroo Island – so natural, so unique with dramatic pockets of unspoiled wilderness. This is indeed nature’s treasure island.

. Highlights include:
. Air flight to Kangaroo Island.
. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach at Seal Bay, home for over 500 Australian Sea Lions.
. Enjoy an Australian country style lunch in a rural setting.
. Unspoilt wilderness of Flinders Chase National Park.
. Look for koalas in their natural habitat.
. Witness astounding rock formations at Remarkable Rocks.
. Keep an eye out for an echidna.
. Take in the spectacle of Admirals Arch.
. See New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural ocean environment.
. Return to Penneshaw and cruise back to Cape Jervis and onto Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0915 to 2230.

Kangaroo Island Cruise – Cruise Day Tour – 586

Sea voyage the Backstairs Passage from spectacular Cape Jervis to this sailing shipwreck island, home to the wallaby, goanna, echidna, koala, kangaroo and a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach – Kangaroo Island – so natural, so unique with dramatic pockets of unspoiled wilderness. This is indeed nature’s treasure Island.

. Highlights include:
. Early start coach travel to Cape Jervis.
. Cruise the Backstairs Passage to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach at Seal Bay, home for over 500 Australian Sea Lions.
. Enjoy an Australian country style lunch in a rural setting.
. Unspoilt wilderness of Flinders Chase National Park.
. Look for koalas in their natural habitat.
. Witness astounding rock formations at Remarkable Rocks.
. Keep an eye out for an echidna.
. Take in the spectacle of Admirals Arch.
. See New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural ocean environment.
. Return to Penneshaw and cruise back to Cape Jervis and onto Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0645 to 2230.

Coorong Wilderness Day Tour – 570

The superb wilderness of the Coorong – wildlife, wetlands, sand dunes and the mighty Southern Ocean. An eco cruise to discover its serenity, beauty and harshness will leave you enthralled with a timeless portrait of nature.

. Highlights include:
. Picturesque coastal seaside towns of Christies Beach, Port Noarlunga and Moana.
. The McLaren Vale wine region – vineyards, leafy Olive and Almond groves and old stone wineries.
. The river Port of Goolwa where the River Murray meets the lake and sea.
. The infamous Hindmarsh Island Bridge.
. Board the Spirit of the Coorong cruise vessel.
. Pass through the Barrage Lock system.
. Discover the wildlife and beauty of this pristine wilderness environment.
. Look for wetland birds prolific in their natural habitat.
. Large flocks of native pelicans – soaring, taking off and landing.
. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board the Spirit of the Coorong at the mouth of the River Murray.
. Walk on the vast sand dunes and beach at the mouth of Australia’s largest river – watch out for crabs.
. Walk along a boardwalk over the dunes across the Younghusband Peninsula.
. Witness the vastness of the stunning Southern Ocean at the 90 mile beach.
. Discover tiny settlements and historic homesteads.
. Stop at historic Strathalbyn on the Angas River.
. Tour through Mount Lofty Ranges dotted with small villages and spectacular views.

. Operates:
. Monday and Thursday, 0930 to 1730.

Grand Adelaide and Hahndorf Day Tour – 597

Combine the morning Adelaide City Tour and the afternoon Adelaide Highlights and Hahndorf Tour and discover Adelaide in a day – city and gardens, North Adelaide, Glenelg, the Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf. On conclusion of morning tour return to Adelaide’s main shopping precinct on the Beehive Corner, Rundle Mall at 1200 for lunch and free time (own arrangements) before rejoining coach at 1305 for afternoon tour.

. Operates:
. Daily 0930 to 1730.

Victor Harbor with McLaren Vale Day Tour – 580

Experience the diversity of the Fleurieu Peninsula playground of wineries, the holiday seaside resort of Victor Harbor and where Australia’s greatest river system meets the lakes and sea at the old paddle steamer port of Goolwa.

. Highlights include:
. Picturesque coastal seaside towns of Christies Beach, Port Noarlunga and Moana.
. Visit McLaren Vale wine region – vineyards, leafy Olive and Almond groves and old stone wineries.
. Delightful Victor Harbor on Encounter Bay.
. Perhaps ride a horse drawn tram across the causeway to Granite Island (own expense).
. Free time to explore the town.
. Port Elliot on Horseshoe Bay.
. The river Port of Goolwa where the River Murray meets the lakes and sea.
. Stop at historic Strathalbyn on the Angas River.
. Perhaps a stroll through the river gardens.
. Tour through Mount Lofty Ranges dotted with small villages and spectacular views.

. Operates:
. Wednesday and Saturday, 0930 to 1730.

Riverboats on the Murray Day Tour – 583

Travel through rolling hills and Mallee outback to the mighty Murray River which brings watered life to a thirsty land – a land now rich in green vineyards, golden citrus orchards and prosperous rural communities. Mannum – the birthplace of the River Murray Paddlesteamers and the gateway to the harsh empty inland of Australia with our historic past of riverboat men toiling up river in the blazing sun.

. Highlights include:
. Travel through Verdun and the undulating green of the Adelaide Hills.
. The mill town of Bridgewater.
. Arid pasture region of the Murraylands.
. Mannum – birthplace of the River Murray Paddlesteamers.
. Cruise the wide waters of the Murray on a riverboat.
. Enjoy a delightful morning tea of scones, jam, and cream with tea or coffee on board.
. Stark cliffs, River Red Gums and willows trees.
. Look for galahs, cockatoos and pelicans.
. Enjoy lunch at Mannum and sample local hospitality.
. An opportunity to board the fully restored 100 year old PS Marion Paddlesteamer.
. Take in the view over Mannum and the River Murray from a scenic lookout.
. Follow the Onkaparinga Valley to Gumeracha.
. Torrens Valley olive groves and grape growing.
. Skirt the Chain of Ponds Reservoir and travel through Tea Tree Gully.

. Operates:
. Monday and Friday at 0930 to 1730.

Kangaroo Island Fly – Fly Day Tour – 556

Fly from Adelaide direct to Kingscote on Kangaroo Island. This sailing shipwreck island is home to the wallaby, goanna, echidna, koala, kangaroo and a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach – Kangaroo Island – so natural, so unique with dramatic pockets of unspoiled wilderness. This is indeed nature’s treasure island.

. Highlights include:
. Return air flights to Kangaroo Island.
. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach at Seal Bay, home for over 500 Australian Sea Lions.
. Enjoy an Australian country style lunch in a rural setting.
. Unspoilt wilderness of Flinders Chase National Park.
. Look for koalas in their natural habitat.
. Witness astounding rock formations at Remarkable Rocks.
. Keep an eye out for an echidna.
. Take in the spectacle of Admirals Arch.
. See New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural ocean environment.
. Return to Kingscote for return flight to Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0915 to 1915.

Adelaide City Morning Tour – 581

Adelaide – a captivating classic Australian city. A city of churches, the food and wine capital of Australia, sandstone homes and cottages with sweeping gardens and greenbelts. A young Australian city rich in recent history yet charmingly modern. A city with a passion for fine living. Truly the Festival City.

. Highlights include:
. Victoria Square – heart of the city.
. Gouger Street – restaurants and cafes.
. The grand boulevard of King William Street.
. The Terraces – North, South, East and West that separate the city from the greenbelts.
. Parks, gardens and greenbelts.
. River Torrens with its delightful garden banks.
. Parliament House.
. State Library with the Bradman cricket memorabilia collection.
. Trinity Church – Adelaide’s oldest church.
. Trendy Hutt Street.
. Visit Haigh’s Chocolates (Haigh’s not available Sunday).
. Enjoy complimentary tea or coffee accompanied by fine Haigh’s chocolates.
. Visit the seaside town of Glenelg.
. Perhaps a walk along Jetty Road, browse in the shops or simply relax on the beach.
. Beehive Corner at Rundle Mall.
. Adelaide Oval – one of Australia’s most notable cricket grounds.
. Quaint suburbs of North Adelaide.
. O’Connell Street – restaurants and trendy shops.
. St Peters Cathedral.
. Colonel Lights Lookout on Montefiore Hill for spectacular views over Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0930 to 1215.

Kangaroo Island Overnight Cruise Cruise – 546

Sea voyage the Backstairs Passage from spectacular Cape Jervis to this sailing shipwreck island, home to the wallaby, goanna, echidna, koala, kangaroo and a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach – Kangaroo Island – so natural, so unique with dramatic pockets of unspoiled wilderness. This is indeed nature’s treasure island.

. Highlights include:
. Early start coach travel to Cape Jervis.
. Cruise the Backstairs Passage to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
. Walk in the wild with seals on the beach at Seal Bay, home for over 500 Australian Sea Lions.
. Enjoy an Australian country style lunch in a rural setting.
. Unspoilt wilderness of Flinders Chase National Park.
. Look for koalas in their natural habitat.
. Witness astounding rock formations at Remarkable Rocks.
. Keep an eye out for an echidna.
. Take in the spectacle of Admirals Arch.
. See New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural ocean environment.
. An opportunity to taste the unique flavours of Kangaroo Island including Clifford’s Honey Farm, Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Parndana Wildlife Park and Island Pure Sheep Dairy.
. Return to Penneshaw and cruise back to Cape Jervis and onto Adelaide.

. Operates:
. Daily, 0645 day one to 2230 day two.

Adelaide Highlights Afternoon Tour – 592

Tour the highlights of Adelaide then travel to the Adelaide Hills with its quaint villages and stunning distant land and seascapes. The Adelaide Hills claim a universal appeal to the nature lover, the artist, the wanderer and the curious. The Bavarian icon village of Hahndorf epitomises the character and rural charm that bring so many to these superb settings.

. Highlights include:
. Chinatown.
. Adelaide Central Market.
. Victoria Square – heart of the city.
. St Francis Xavier Cathedral.
. The grand boulevard of King William Street.
. North and East Terraces.
. Parks, gardens and greenbelts.
. Trendy Hutt Street.
. Leafy Eastern suburbs.
. Climb Mount Lofty Ranges for spectacular views over Adelaide from Glenelg to the Gulf St Vincent.
. Travel through the rolling hills, market gardens and vines of the Piccadilly Valley.
. Villages of Crafers, Stirling and Aldgate set amongst the lush greenness of the Adelaide Hills.
. Delightful village of Bridgewater with the Bridgewater Mill and Waterwheel.
. Visit Australia’s oldest German settlement – Hahndorf.
. Stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorf’s main street.
. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea – old fashioned hospitality in delightful surrounds – what a treat!
. See quaint cottages, craft shops and tea rooms.

. Operates:
. Daily, 1330 to 1730 from 211 Victoria Square, Adelaide. Pick up also available at 1305 from 38 King William Street near Rundle Mall, Adelaide.