Some roads to watch in particular are those at the tip of Yorke Peninsula, most roads on Kangaroo Island, and the Strzelecki, Birdsville and Oodnadatta Tracks.
Make certain that your car is in first class condition at all times, and be fully equipped for all possible emergencies, including car breakdown and first aid.
In case of breakdown, contact the nearest country emergency service depot of the Royal Automobile Association (RAA) , listed in all regional telephone directories under ‘R’. The RAA also has offices in all major centres. Have a safe journey!
In cities and built-up areas, a speed limit of 60km/h generally applies. NB: Other speed limits may apply in residential areas - please obey road speed limits. A limit of 110km/h applies on all main connecting roads. A State Limit of 100km/h applies to all other roads not zoned otherwise.
A blood alcohol limit of 0.05% applies. Heavy fines and loss of licence are penalties.
- Great Ocean Drive (ADL-MEL / 5days / 2wd)
- South Coast Overlander (ADL-PER / 14days / 2wd)
- Trans Contontinental Railway Track (ADL-PER / min.14days / 4wd)
Beside these selfdrives, we have created the following selfdrive around Adelaide.
South Australia Winery Tour (6 Days / 310km / 2WD)
If we are booking your accommodation in Adelaide before your self-drive, we will arrange to have your car delivered to your hotel.
Day 1 Adelaide - Barossa Valley (66 km): Journey to the Barossa Valley via the picturesque Torrens Gorge. Enjoy the Barossa Valley's rich Germanic culture and heritage and extensive vineyards. Stay 2 nights in: Barossa Motor Lodge
Day 2 Barossa Valley: Visit Seppeltsfield Winery and Rockfords Winery where the Irish winemaker makes wines in the traditional methods in open vats.
Day 3 Barossa Valley - Clare Valley (95 km): Travel the scenic route to Mitchell's Winery. Visit Sevenhill Winery run by Jesuit Priests. Explore the Polish Hill region. Stay 1 nights in: QualityInn Clare Country Club
Day 4 Clare Valley to McLaren Vale (116 km): Journey back through Adelaide to McLaren Vale. Relax at Hardy's Winery in their magnificent Botanical Gardens before sampling their wide range of wines. Stay 2 nights in: St.Francis Winery Resort
Day 5 McLaren Vale Visit Scott Collett's Woodstock Winery and Chapel Hill Cellars, set high in the ranges enjoying the scenic view over McLaren Vale.
Day 6 McLaren Vale to Adelaide (42 km): Return to Adelaide and drop off your rental vehicle.
More Information:
- You may of course extend this selfdrive and combine this selfdrive with other Selfdrives or Tours. Ask for a Quotation for your specific holiday plans.
- If you need more information on the hotels in this self-drive, click on the hotel name or go to: South Australia (H&R), eg. Hotels in Adelaide