Trans-continental rail journey that traverses Australia from coast to coast, including stops in the three major cities of Sydney, Adelaide and Perth, plus many famous outback towns like Broken Hill, Port Augusta and Kalgoorlie.

Championship 18-hole golf course at par 73 offers a unique combination of sand dunes and fir trees on Australia's southern coast.

Founded in 1936 as a 17-player radio ensemble, this orchestra is now the largest performing arts organization in South Australia and has achieved world acclaim.

Copper mining played a central historical role in the late 1800s the Moonta area, on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, and Wheal Hughes Copper Mine is part of its more recent history. Visits to the mine require a hard hat, miners' boots and a cap-lamp to get a feel for the atmosphere of mining, 1890s style. Not for the frail--good physical fitness is required--and children under six are not permitted.

Thorndon Park in the foothills of the Adelaide Hills is a delightful watery hideaway. Visitors can picnic with the family, walk dogs around the perimeter trail, and enjoy the abundant bird life found in this picturesque reserve and reservoir.

Grand Victorian family home of Captain Charles Sturt, leading 19th century pioneer in Australian history. Open to the opublic as amuseum.

This complex offers full-size swimming pool plus two play pools, and ample grounds with picnic tables and barbeque grills. Swimming lessons are available in season.

This public facility offers two 18 hole public courses and an 18 hole Par 3.

For a real adventure in the Australian outback, try this four-day camel trek.