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Admire the unique landscape
of ochre-coloured cliffs as you
cruise along the Murray River
COOBER PEDY ADELAIDE HILLS WILPENA POUND
With over 700 opal fields, Coober Pedy is An easy 20 minute drive from Adelaide will have Don’t miss one of South Australia’s most iconic
known as the ‘Opal Capital of the World’. This you in the Adelaide Hills. Visit Mt Lofty Summit attractions, Wilpena Pound, situated in the
fascinating underground mining town boasts a for panoramic views, over Adelaide’s city skyline. Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. With this
unique way of life. Journey underground and Travel to Hahndorf, an historic German village, spectacular landscape spanning almost 100
you’ll find hotels, restaurants, bars, art galleries steeped in history and character. Explore the kilometres, there is so much to see and do.
and even churches! Try your luck at fossicking German heritage buildings, bakeries and pubs Explore the many tracks and trails that lead to
for opals at various spots around town. If luck is along the leafy streets. Stop at local produce this magnificent natural amphitheatre, rich in
not on your side, buy up big at one of the many markets for handmade cheeses and chocolate, native flora and fauna. Take a scenic flight for a
shops or showrooms. Play a round of golf at the organic fruit and vegetables and cured meats. bird’s eye view or explore the area by four-wheel
grassless Coober Pedy Golf Club, one of the Sip world-renowned Adelaide Hills blends at the drive. Head to Wangara Lookout for amazing
most unusual golf courses in the world. many cellar doors dotted throughout these hills. views of the rugged mountain landscape.
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Umoona Mine, Coober Pedy Hahndorf, Adelaide Hills Wilpena Pound Resort
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