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9 Day Great Australian Bight

9 Day

$4367 Per Person

Single Supplement $838

Thursday 3rd September 2026

Discover South Australia’s stunning Eyre Peninsula on a 9-day guided tour with coastal wonders, wildlife encounters, charming towns, and scenic highlights.

Itinerary

Day 1- Thursday 3rd September 2026 NUMURKAH- BEARRI

We start the day by travelling through regional towns, followed by lunch in Swan Hill. Then, we’ll travel through the beautiful Mallee region and Hattah National Park before stopping for afternoon tea at Red Cliffs. After crossing into South Australia, we’ll settle in for the night at the comfortable Berri Motel.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2- Friday 4th September 2026 BERRI- CLARE- WALLAROO

Today, get ready for a day of relaxation and discovery as we begin with a visit to the beautiful Bella Lavender Farm. Here, you’ll enjoy a peaceful tour of the fragrant lavender fields, followed by a refreshing morning tea in the serene countryside. After soaking in the calm beauty of the farm, we’ll continue on our journey to Clare, where we’ll stop for lunch. As we make our way there, we’ll pass through the charming towns of Eudunda, Saddleworth, and Auburn, each offering a unique snapshot of rural life. This afternoon, we’ll visit the stunning Lake Bumbunga, also known as Sea Lake, where you can marvel at the dramatic salt flats and vibrant colors that make this natural wonder so unique Finally, we’ll settle in for a relaxing overnight stay at the Kadina Gateway Motor Inn, a comfortable base for the evening before we continue our journey the next day.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3- Saturday 5th September 2026 KADINA - PORT LINCOLN

Start your day with a scenic ferry ride to the beautiful Luck Bay, where you can take in stunning coastal views. Afterward, continue your journey to Cowell, a charming town where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch. Next, visit the Turner Oyster Farm for a guided tour and a chance to taste fresh, locally farmed oysters—one of the region's specialties. Finally, you'll head to Port Lincoln, where you'll check into the Port Lincoln Hotel for a relaxing two-night stay. (Currently the scenic ferry is suspended, we hope that it will be in operation by the date. However if it is not we will travel via land).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4- Sunday 6th September 2026 DISCOVER PORT LINCOLN

After breakfast this morning we head south for one of the most spectacular coastal drives – Whalers Way. Embark in a 4WD bus and explore Whalers Way, offering sensational coastal views from the very tip of the Peninsula. We head into town for a delicious lunch. After lunch we do a city highlights tour before embarking on an Calypso Star Charter which includes visiting a range of fish farms and enjoy tasting the local product. We then return to our motel, with time to freshen up before dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5- Monday 7th September 2026 THE WEST COAST - MURPHY’S HAYSTACKS

Today after a hearty breakfast we make our way to Coffin Bay, located on the shores of one of the most beautiful estuaries in Australia, surrounded by National Parks. We enjoy a brief stop for morning tea, before continuing along the Flinders Highway to Ellison. We have a chance to admire this stunning area, particularly the appropriately named Great Ocean View, a section of cliff top roadway with some breathtaking views of the Great Australian Bight and Waterloo Bay. We stop at the geological wonder, Murphy’s Haystacks a great photo opportunity. This afternoon we make our way to Streaky Bay, where we settle in for our Overnight Stay at the Streaky Bay Community Hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6- Tuesday 8th September 2026 STREAKY BAY- GREAT AUSTRALIAN BIGHT

This morning we visit Point Labatt, an isolated and beautiful place, home to a colony of Australian Sea Lions. From the lookout on top of the cliffs we can view the seals basking in the sun on the rocks below. The views along the coast and out into the Great Australian Bight are sensational. From Point Labatt we return to the Flinders Highway and then travel inland to Minnipa. We visit nearby Pildappa Rock, a large piece of granite that has been exposed over time by erosion. Pildappa Rock features long wave formations rivalling those of Western Australia’s Wave Rock. We farewell this remote, yet fascinating part of the Eyre Peninsula. This afternoon we travel via Kimba and Iron Knob to Port Augusta. We settle in for Two Nights at the Standpipe Golf Motor Inn, Port Augusta.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7- Wednesday 9th September 2026 PORT AUGUSTA- WHYALLA

This morning we head to the industrial city of Whyalla, the gateway to the Eyre Peninsula and visit Whyalla Visitor’s Information Centre where we have a guided tour of HMAS Whyalla, the largest land locked ship in Australia. We enjoy a tour of the town before we have a picnic lunch. This afternoon we return to Port Augusta for a Glass Botham Boat Tour, including Dolphin viewing. . We return to the motel with time to relax before dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8- Thursday 10th September 2026 PORTAUGUST- MILDURA

This morning after breakfast we make our way through Crystal Brook to Burra for a tour of this historic township. The contrasting architecture reflecting Irish, English, Cornish and European influences is unique. From Burra we travel to Morgan, situated on the Murray River. Then we make our way to Mildura. We settle in for our Overnight Stay at the Best Western Chaffey Motor Inn, Mildura.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9- Friday 11th September 2026 MILDURA - HOME

Today we travel to Swan Hill for lunch and past the chain of lakes. Travel the Murray Valley Highway to Echuca where we enjoy afternoon tea with time to reflect on our tour having seen some wonderful sights of the Great Australian Bight, South Australia’s Hidden Secret on the Eyre Peninsula.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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Tour Terms and Conditions:

Booking Conditions

  • Deposit: $150 per person is required to confirm your booking.

  • Final Payment: Full payment is due by 23rd July 2026. Bookings made after this date must be paid in full at the time of reservation.

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Passenger Information

  • Please provide: Full name, address, phone number (mobile/home), email, and any special meal or room requirements.

Accommodation Options

  • Preferences: Twin, Double, Single, Triple, or Will Share.

  • Will Share Policy: Passengers willing to share a room will be paired with another single traveller of the same gender. If no suitable match is found, or if the pairing is incompatible, a Single Supplement will apply.

  • The Will Share option is not available after the final payment date.

Passenger Pickup/Return

  • Passenger Pickup & Return: service from most major towns in North, North-East, Central Victoria, and Southern NSW (e.g., Albury, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Benalla, Seymour, Bendigo, Finley, Kerang, Echuca, Deniliquin, Yarrawonga, Corowa, and surrounding areas).

  • Overnight Accommodation: Passengers living outside these areas are provided accommodation in Numurkah the night before departure, including secure car storage.

  • Melbourne Airport Pickup/Return: Available at an additional fee.

Cancellation Policy

  • Before Final Payment Date: $25 per person administration fee applies, and any payments made on your behalf are non-refundable.

  • On or After Final Payment Date / Tour Departure: No refunds available.

Fares & Itineraries

  • Prices in brochures are fixed at the time of printing; any errors may be corrected.

  • Changes in government taxes, rail/air/sea policies, or operator fees are outside our control.

  • Airfares and special travel arrangements are subject to availability.

  • Once full payment is received, no fare increases will apply.

  • Tour duration includes departure and return days. Additional accommodation or transfers caused by delays (strikes, schedule changes, etc.) are not included.

  • Payments made via travel agents are only confirmed once Cardwell’s issues a booking confirmation or receipt.

  • Cardwell’s reserves the right to cancel bookings or refuse service for non-payment and may accept wait-listed passengers in place of unpaid bookings.

Passenger Eligibility

  • Passengers must be capable of caring for themselves.

  • Those requiring assistance must be accompanied by a companion.

  • Passengers deemed disruptive or unable to travel safely may be refused boarding or continuation.

Itinerary Changes

  • All itineraries, accommodation, tours, and cruises are indicative and may be altered without notice due to road or weather conditions, strikes, supplier issues, or other unforeseen circumstances.

  • Cardwell’s will act in your best interest when making changes.

Fuel Surcharge

  • If fuel prices reach $3.00 per litre, a $5 per person per day surcharge may be added to the final payment. Subject to change.

Seat Changes

  • A daily seat rotation system ensures all passengers have a fair chance to enjoy different seating arrangements.

Luggage Policy

  • Each passenger may bring one medium suitcase (up to 20kg / 42lbs) and one carry bag. Over-limit luggage cannot be accommodated.

Force Majeure

  • Cardwell’s is not liable for delays or cancellations caused by events beyond our control, including terrorism, pandemics, or other force majeure events. Obligations are suspended during such events, and new terms may apply.

Image Credit

  • Photography courtesy of John Martin Photography (Whalers Way, Eyre Peninsula).

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