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In the company of classical music specialist Phillip Sametz, delight in a weekend of intimate chamber music at the UKARIA Cultural Centre in the picturesque Adelaide Hills.
At a Glance
- Enjoy an intimate program of carefully curated chamber music at UKARIA, the stunning purpose-built concert hall nestled in the Adelaide Hills
- Attend performances by celebrated Australian and international artists and ensembles
- Enrich your understanding of the program and artists with private pre-performance talks by your tour leader, classical music specialist Phillip Sametz
- Enjoy curated meals using locally-sourced, seasonal produce
On this tour, attend concerts of the annual UKARIA Chamberfest, a renowned festival acclaimed for presenting outstanding ensembles and soloists in one of Australia’s most lauded purpose-built concert halls. This exclusive program, curated by internationally recognised Australian soprano Siobhan Stagg, features leading musicians performing a series of intimate concerts in the hall’s superb acoustic setting.
Between performances, enjoy the convivial atmosphere of the festival with thoughtfully prepared meals showcasing seasonal produce and wines from the Adelaide Hills.
** Please be advised that places for this tour are very limited. Please book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Itinerary
Arrive in Adelaide on suggested flights. Renaissance Tours or your travel agent can assist you with your flights and other travel arrangements, including extra nights’ accommodation before the tour.
Tour arrangements begin at the InterContinental Hotel in the Adelaide CBD at 12:30pm with a group transfer to the Adelaide Hills (transfer included in tour price if using the group transfer).
In the late afternoon, attend a welcome briefing and a pre-performance talk by your tour leader, Phillip Sametz, followed by a light, early dinner at the hotel.
Then, transfer to the UKARIA Cultural Centre, the purpose-built chamber music concert hall nestled in the tranquil bushland of the Adelaide Hills, for the opening performance of UKARIA Chamberfest (program to be announced).
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Begin the morning with a pre-performance talk by Phillip, followed by some time at leisure to enjoy the tranquil surrounds.
In the early afternoon, transfer to the UKARIA Cultural Centre for two afternoon concerts of UKARIA Chamberfest (program to be announced).
After the concerts, enjoy dinner before returning to the hotel.
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Enjoy the morning at leisure to relax or to explore the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden at your own pace.
This afternoon, return to the UKARIA Cultural Centre for the last two performances of the tour (program to be announced).
After the festival finale, return to the hotel for dinner with Phillip and fellow travellers.
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After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Adelaide Airport or Adelaide CBD by coach (group transfer included in tour price if using group transfer).
Tour arrangements conclude upon arrival at Adelaide Airport for flights departing from 13:00 or in the Adelaide CBD. Renaissance Tours or your travel agent can assist you with your flights and other travel arrangements, including additional nights’ accommodation either before or after the tour, as well as travel insurance (highly recommended).
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Prices
Per person, twin-share
AUD 4,950
Single supplement
AUD 1,550
Deposit per person (at time of booking)
AUD 1,500
Final payment due
03 August 2026
Room category upgrade available on request; please enquire with us.
Tour price includes
- Tickets for all included performances as per itinerary
- Three nights’ accommodation in a four-star superior hotel with breakfast daily (B)
- Meals as per itinerary (L=Lunch, D=Dinner), including wine with meals
- Talks and discussion with your tour leader, Phillip Sametz
- Transportation throughout on comfortable, air-conditioned coaches
- Group transfer from Adelaide CBD to Adelaide Hills on arrival (if using the group transfer)
- Group transfer from Adelaide Hills to Adelaide Airport or Adelaide CBD on departure (if using the group transfer)
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers and wait staff
- Hotel porterage (one piece per person)
Tour price does not include
- Airfares (please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for assistance)
- Airport/hotel transfers on arrival, and on departure if not using the included group transfers
- Airport porterage
- Items of a personal nature (e.g. telephone, laundry, minibar, room service, taxis etc.)
- Travel insurance (highly recommended; please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for assistance)
Hotel
Your hotel
Mount Lofty House – MGallery by Sofitel****+
Mt Lofty House is a boutique designer hotel located in the Adelaide Hills. The property overlooks the Piccadilly Valley, and is set on 7 hectares of native gardens and English-style rose gardens. The hotel’s three-hatted Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant and new Martha Hardy’s Kitchen offer a menu of modern Australian fine dining. Each of the hotel’s rooms is tastefully decorated with period furnishings and features modern amenities including large ensuite bathrooms and air-conditioning.
N.B. Hotel of a similar standard may be substituted.
Mount Lofty House, Adelaide Hills
More Details
Tour code: SB2613
Fitness level: Moderate
Tour members must be able to:
• negotiate airports and railway stations without wheelchair assistance
• use combined shower/bath facilities (it is impossible to guarantee walk-in shower facilities)
• undertake walking tours of 1-2 hours duration, including using stairs, walking over cobblestones and other uneven surfaces
• stand for long periods in museums and other sites
• embark / disembark coaches, trains and other methods of transportation without assistance
• handle their own luggage
Please see Terms & Conditions for fitness level definitions here.
Suggested airline: Qantas
Please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for current airfares and flight reservations.
Visa
New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa to visit Australia.
Download booking form here.
At time of booking, please advise us of any special dietary requirements or allergies that we should be aware of.
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Level 4, 47 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000
GPO Box 5068, Sydney NSW 2001
1300 727 095 (Australia)
0800 403 621 (New Zealand)
phone +61 2 9299 5801
email info@renaissancetours.com.au
ABN 14 069 591 448.
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