ITINERARY
For the first time ever, FightMND’s Daniher’s Drive is hitting the road beyond Victoria – and we’re heading to South Australia! Join 200 participants on an unforgettable three-day experience combining stunning drives, incredible events, and the shared mission to fight Motor Neurone Disease.
Here’s what’s in store:
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Your Base: Adelaide CBD for three nights, with three unique evening events:
- Night 1: Casual meet & greet to kick things off
- Night 2: Our signature fundraising gala - featuring raffles, auctions and live entertainment
- Night 3: A fancy dress celebration with live music to wrap up in style
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Your Itinerary: Three spectacular driving routes:
- Day 1: Adelaide Hills
- Day 2: Fleurieu Peninsula & McLaren Vale
- Day 3: Barossa Valley
Need a hire car for your journey?
Thanks to our supporters at Hertz, we have secured a 20% off hire car discount.
Rates are cheaper the earlier you book, so get in quick!
ACCOMMODATION
This year the Daniher's Drive looks a little different with each night event based in the same location, Adelaide CBD.
As such, we have compiled the below hotel options that are nearby (or at) one of our night venues for convenience. Please note, you do not need to stay at these hotels and they are recommendations only. We encourage you to do your own research via HotelsCombined, Stayz, or Airbnb that may suit your team size and be in close proximity to our night events listed below:
- Night 1 - Thursday 8th October: Adelaide CBD
- Night 2 - Friday 9th October: Adelaide Oval
- Night 3 - Saturday 10th October - Adelaide CBD Hilton Hotel (rebranded to the Amora mid-2026)
- Departure brunch - Sunday 11th October - Adelaide CBD Hilton Hotel (rebranded to the Amora mid-2026)
Please ensure you secure car parking with your chosen accommodation providers as street parking in Adelaide CBD is very limited. Check out our suggested hotel options below:
Accomodation Options: **Total rate listed based on a Wednesday check-in -> Sunday check-out, 4 nights, pricing current at January 2026.Our recommendation is the Adelaide CBD Hilton/Amora Hotel, pricing is competitive and there is the added convenience of the hotel hosting night 3 and our departure brunch. We have listed other options nearby with varying prices. Please note that it will be your teams responsibility to arrange travel to and from your chosen accomodation and each of our evening functions.
Option 1: Adelaide CBD Hilton Hotel (rebranded to the Amora)
- Rates: We have secured a discounted rate for Daniher's Drive participants to stay at the Hilton/Amora with a flat rate of $235 per night ($940 total) - usually $340 per night. Rooms are being held and are limited so we recommend booking early.
- Address: 233 Victoria Square, Adelaide CBD
- How to book: You can secure this rate via the hotels booking link HERE
- Parking: Discounted parking is available at a rate of $25 per vehicle per day at Grote Street U-Park. This is based on a single entry/exit. Please collect a QR code from reception upon check-in and scan it when exiting the carpark to ensure the discount is applied. Note, parking is payable at the time of exit
Option 2: Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide by Accor
- Rates: We have secured a discounted rates below, these are for room only and include GST. Accomodation is limited and is available on a first in basis.
- Standard Queen room: $159 per night ($636 total)
- Superior Queen room: $189 per night ($756 total)
- Address: 125 North Terrace, Adelaide CBD
- How to book: Please use the dedicated booking link HERE
- Parking: The hotel has a small number of parking spaces on site. Parking is available on a first come, first serve basis and is charged at $25.00 per night. We also have spaces available at a secure public carpark approximately 150 metres from the hotel
Option 3: Ibis Adelaide
- Rates: Currently $174 per night ($698 total)
- Address: 122 Grenfell Street, Adelaide CBD
- How to book: We have secured 12% off the advertised daily rate at the Ibis Adelaide at the time of booking. You can book directly online via this link.
- Click on the 'Book Now' button, in the Destination field and select Ibis Adelaide, enter your desired dates and room configuration, and click Search to view the negotiated rates available to you at the time of booking
- Alternatively you can call the hotel directly and quote the following
- Client code: SCP4606227 and access code: TH549AU265
- Parking: Parking is charged at $28 per day, per vehicle and is based on a single entry/exit per day or $35 for multi-entry in an external car park close to the hotel. Parking can be booked with the hotel directly.
