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Departing Melbourne, Orion will sail west to South Australia - a first for Orion. This Food and Wine-focused voyage is perfectly timed as a prelude to Christmas, and with visits to the Limestone Coast, Kangaroo Island, Eyre Peninsula and Fleurieu Peninsula you will return home with plenty of culinary inspiration.

Day 1 - Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne is notable for its distinct blend of Victorian and contemporary architecture, expansive parks and gardens and multicultural society. It is recognized as Australia's 'cultural and sporting capital' and is home to some of the nation's most significant cultural and sporting institutions. This will be Orion's inaugural visit to this great city and the beginning of your amazing Southern Australia small ship cruise.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: dinner

Day 2 - At Sea

Relax and enjoy the smooth ride of the Orion as your Expedition Team prepares you for your expedition experience, with lectures and presentations on the history and culture of Southern Australia you are about to experience.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3 - Limestone Coast

The Limestone Coast is a scene of alluring beauty, changing color, thriving contrasts, wild coastlines, unique wetlands and welcoming locals. Amazing geological features, stunning natural environments and prolific bird life are a feature of the National and Conservation Parks in this region. Limestone Coast is also responsible for 20% of Australia's premium wine production. Cellar doors spread throughout the region await your visit.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4 - Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is referred to by the UK Sunday Telegraph as 'one of the earth's last unspoiled refuges'. It is Australia's third largest island after Tasmania and Melville Island. The island itself offers beautiful scenery, secluded beaches and an abundance of wildlife including koalas, seals, echidnas, platypus, goannas and kangaroos. Half the native bushland on Kangaroo Island remains just as it was when British navigator Matthew Flinders put a name to this untamed wilderness in 1802. And more than one-third of the Island is National or Conservation Park. The region is well known for wine, cheeses, oysters and lobsters which makes it a perfect stop for Orion's Culinary Delights voyage.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5 - Port Lincoln

Port Lincoln is the Eyre Peninsula's second largest city, set on the shores of Boston Bay, Australia's largest natural harbor. Port Lincoln has a contrasting coastal landscape, ranging from sheltered waters and beaches, to surf beaches and rugged oceanic coastline. The Eyre Peninsula offers a range of tours and exceptional food and wine activities.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 6 - Flerieu Peninsula

The Fleurieu Peninsula is a picturesque peninsula located south of Adelaide in South Australia. It was named after the French explorer and hydrographer Charles Pierre Claret de Fleurieu by the French explorer Nicolas Baudin as he mapped the south coast of Australia in 1802. The Fleurieu Peninsula is home to some of the best produce and vineyards in the country. There's stunning coastal walks, beaches, welcoming locals and quaint filled towns.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7 - At Sea

A day of reflection and relaxation. Take this time to enjoy the fresh air and open sea, while thinking of all the new and wonderful food you can make for friend's and family's enjoyment once off board of the Orion.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 8 - Melbourne, Victoria

For Orion's last stop, we return to Melbourne, Australia's 'cultural and sporting capital' for one last tour before saying goodbye to Southern Australia, and the spectacular small ship cruise aboard the Orion.

Accommodations: Orion
Included Meals: breakfast

Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be flexible makes our style of cruising unique.

Single, Triple and Quad Travelers: Single travelers may reserve sole occupancy of a twin occupancy stateroom for 25% less than the regular stateroom (twin occupancy) fare in categories JS, A and B. Subject to availability. Some staterooms accommodate a third or fourth person. Adults age 16 years and over pay 50% (children ages 2-15 years pay 25%) of the applicable stateroom category fare when sharing the room with two full-fare guests

Cost Includes: Included in your cruise fare are accommodations as booked, cruise transportation, all meals onboard, 24-hour room service, entertainment and educational programmes, use of ship's sporting equipment and facilities, port & handling charges, Zodiac excursions and tender transfers, access to the ship's library, Govt. Fees & Taxes. Fares also include the services of 75 experienced crew.

Not Included: Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges.

Deposit and Final Payment: To secure your reservation a deposit of 25% of the fare is required. The deposit must be accompanied by a completed and signed Guest Booking Form and is due within 7 days of booking. Final payment must be received no later than 90 days before sailing. Separate conditions apply to the Cancellation Protection Plan.

Cancellation Policy: The following cancellation fees will apply to all reservations. The day on which written notice is received will determine the applicable penalties.
Day on Which Notice is received Penalty
121 days and over - 50% of deposit
120 - 91 days prior 100% of deposit
90 days or less 100% of fare
No show - no written notice 100% of fare

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with Travel Insurance. Please note that you must purchase your Travel Insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions.


Shoreside Expeditions: We include a number of complimentary shore experiences utilising our Zodiacs. In addition we offer an exciting and diverse selection of optional shore experiences which can be either booked for in advance or reserved onboard and charged to your onboard account. Due to limited numbers on some experiences we recommend you pre-register to avoid disappointment. Details will be provided with your ticket.

Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Any medical condition, advanced pregnancy or disability must be advised to AdventureSmith Explorations when a request for accommodation is made. On every Orion voyage extensive use of the ship’s Zodiacs will be made transporting guests between ship and shore. It is anticipated this travel may be physically demanding from time to time. In order for the crew to determine if safe passage can be offered, guests may be asked to provide additional information, such as a medical assessment of their fitness for expeditionary travel. All guests must sign a disclaimer onboard to participate in offship activities. Guests should be sure to bring onboard sufficient supplies of any prescription medication they may require.

General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms & Conditions:. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.

We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.

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