SA’s best long weekend escapes
Posted 25 September, 2019
Samuel Smith
It’s amazing what one extra day can do. Adding just 24 hours to your weekend opens up a whole new world of opportunities.
You can travel further and deeper, trekking through rugged outback, diving into aquamarine waters and immersing yourself in culture-rich city life.
Spend more time savouring SA’s world-renowned food and wine, exploring jaw-dropping landscapes and – most importantly – reconnecting with friends and family.
To help you make the most of your 3-day weekend, we’ve compiled 3 epic yet achievable long weekend itineraries.
Follow our lead, and the only work you’ll be doing this Labour Day is deciding which SA experiences to tick off your bucket list.
The Fleurieu Peninsula
A mere 45-minute drive from Adelaide, the Fleurieu Peninsula is an idyllic blend of wine and waves. Home to some of Australia’s most awarded cellar doors and stunning stretches of coast, it’s a fantastic, family-friendly escape any time of the year.
What to do: Spot dolphins with
Big Duck Boat Tours, take a ride on the charming Cockle Train, explore McLaren Vale’s wine wonderland:
the d’Arenberg Cube,
stargaze at Wirrina Cove,
learn to surf or
cruise the Coorong.
Where to eat and drink: Settle in for a day of decadence at d’Arenberg or experience the
Shiraz revolution at Wirra Wirra.
Where to stay: Unwind at the charming Victor Apartments, indulge at Birks Harbour Boathouse or retreat to Lush Pastures luxury B&B.
The Limestone Coast
Further afield, but well worth the drive, the Limestone Coast is a land of natural wonders. Leave city life behind in favour of extinct volcanoes, blue lakes, underground oases and sparkling shores.
