Highlights

• Perth City Tour Kings Park & Botanical Gardens
• Boddington Gold Mine Tour – Australia Largest producer
• Wave Rock Exclusive farm tour at Wave Rock
• Kalgoorlie Super Pit – Viewing platform
• Lucky Bay Bluff Knoll lookout at Stirling Ranges
• Valley of the Giants
• Tree Top Walk Cape Leeuwin and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
• Margaret River Winery for lunch and tastings
• Margaret River Chocolate Factory
• Busselton Jetty Fremantle Markets
• Aboriginal Cultural Experience at Yanchep National Park
• Visit The Pinnacles HMAS Sydney Memorial – Geraldton
• Shell Beach
• Monkey Mia Dolphin experience
• Hamlin Pool Murchison River Gorge – Kalbarri National Park

Inclusions

• Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• Local Specialists (Guides)
• Centrally located premium hotels

Dining

• 14 Full Breakfasts
• 1 Lunch
• 9 Dinners
• 1 Farewell Dinner

Flight Information
Any flights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s expense and are not included in the land content price.

• Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Perth Airport
• Day 15 – flights to depart anytime from Perth Airport

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Perth
This afternoon when you meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers at your hotel, set off on a city tour of Perth including a visit to Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River and wander around the Anzac Memorial and wildflower gardens. You’ll also see the many public art instillations around the city and get a feel for the different precincts surrounding the CBD. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers over a Welcome drink and delicious meal.
Hotel: Travelodge Perth

Day 2: Perth – Wave Rock
Today journey through the Golden Outback to Hyden. This morning you’ll join a local guide on a tour of Boddington Gold Mine that is now the largest producer of gold in Australia. Continue to Wave Rock and the small town of Hyden. This magnificent rock formation resembling a gigantic wave, was formed over three million years ago. Explore the formation then take a short walk to discover Hippo’s Yawn, another fascinating rock formation. Afterwards you may like to wander through the visitor centre’s eclectic collection of lace and the largest collection of toy soldiers in the world, or even take a tour of Hyden Wildlife Park. End your day with a hearty dinner at your hotel.
Hotel: Wave Rock Motel, Hyden

Day 3: Wave Rock – Kalgoorlie
This morning you’ll take an exclusive farm tour to hear about life in the Outback with Wave Rock local, Sheena. Exploring the farm with Sheena you’ll have to opportunity to take part in the morning cattle feed then explore a private collection of vintage cars. Continue to Kalgoorlie, after a visit to the lookout for views into the open cut mine, discover the character and stories of this historic town on an orientation tour.
Hotel: Rydges Kalgoorlie

Day 4: Kalgoorlie – Esperance
Today visit Cape Le Grand National Park for breathtaking views of the wild coastal scenery, rugged granite peaks and sweeping heathlands. Stop at Thistle Cove and marvel at its jaw dropping white sand and crystal clear blue water. At Lucky Bay, one of the most unique and stunning bays in Australia, you may see grey kangaroos that like to laze on the pristine beach.
Hotel: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles

Day 5: Esperance – Albany
Travel through Ravensthorpe and the Fitzgerald Biosphere to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges National Park. The National Park is one of the richest areas for flora in the world. Continue to Albany, rich in Anzac history, and settle into your hotel for the night.
Hotel: The Dog Rock Motel, 2 nights

Day 6: Albany Free Time
Today the day is free to explore this historic town on your own terms. You might want to delve into the history of why Albany was so important for those ANZACS bound for WWI with a visit to the National Anzac Centre or choose to explore the region on an optional half day or full day tour to discover wine and locally produced food.

Day 7: Albany – Margaret River
Visit the Valley of the Giants to explore the canopy of the Tingle forest along the beautiful Tree Top Walk. This afternoon visit Cape Leeuwin lighthouse precinct where the Indian and Great Southern Oceans meet. Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia’s premier wine growing regions. The region’s scenery and fresh air will leave you invigorated.
Hotel: Stay Margaret River, 2 nights

Day 8: Margaret River
Enjoy a sleep in this morning then get ready for a day that will delight your taste buds! Margaret River is known not only for its fabulous wine but also for its fresh produce and boutique producers. Vasse Virgin is where you’ll have the chance to learn about all things olive oil, taste the gourmet produce, and sample their range or beauty products made from olive oil. Continue to our hand-picked local winery for wine tastings and lunch prepared using fresh local produce. This afternoon you will have some free time to relax or explore the town of Margaret River. Your evening is free to do as you please.

Day 9: Margaret River – Fremantle
Hugging the coastline, we travers to the coastal town of Busselton to explore the historic wooden jetty. The jetty is the longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere stretching out over a mile into Geographe Bay. Departing Busselton travelling further back up the coastline to the port city of Fremantle where you’ll have the afternoon to explore. You may like to visit the colourful Fremantle Markets. There are 150 stalls under one roof, and you’ll have a chance to purchase local arts and crafts and taste local delights.
Hotel: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle – by Rydges, 2 nights

Day 10: Fremantle Free Time
Today is a day to explore how you want. You might choose to wander along the Fremantle foreshore to discover the impressive fishing fleet and enjoy refreshing ale at Little Creatures Brewery. You could choose to take a ferry to explore Rottnest Island and enjoy a guided bus tour. The turquoise waters of Rottnest Island are something to behold. If boats are not your things than why not choose to discover Fremantle by foot with a locally guided walking tour to discover some hidden gems. Whatever it is you choose to do; you’re bound to enjoy every second.

Day 11: Fremantle – Geraldton
Today you’ll travel along the West Australian coastline to the port of Geraldton. Heading north to Yanchep National Park, you’ll enjoy a fantastic Aboriginal cultural experience in a bush setting. Meet your Aboriginal guide who’ll share with you their way of life and will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didgeridoo. It’s a hands-on experience where you’ll have the chance to touch and feel traditional Aboriginal tools and it will have you rolling around with laughter. Continue along the coast to the seaside hamlet of Lancelin at lunchtime and then to Nambung National Park, home of the marvellous Pinnacles, a series of intriguing limestone formations. On arrival in Geraldton you’ll visit the evocative HMAS Sydney Memorial.
Hotel: Mantra Geraldton

Day 12: Geraldton – Monkey Mia
Travel north through Denham and the stunning waters of UNESCO World Heritage Shark Bay. Continue to the crystal blue waters and the pristine white sandy beaches of Monkey Mia. This afternoon is yours to do as you choose. Why not take a scenic flight over Shark Bay Marine Park or choose a wildlife cruise aboard a catamaran to spot sea creatures great and small. In the evening, there’s nothing like sitting back with a cocktail or a cool beer watching the world go by as the sun goes down over the water.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Day 13: Monkey Mia – Kalbarri National Park
Rise early to see Monkey Mia’s wild dolphins swim close to shore. Wandering along the fascinating Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of coquina bivalve shells up to ten metres deep. We continue to Hamelin Pool to see the world’s best known colony of Stromatolites. Dating back to the beginning of life on earth, while they may not appear alive, these living structures have helped scientists unravel the history of life on earth!  Next up venture into Kalbarri National Park to view the spectacular scenery of Murchison River Gorge from the vantage point. During wildflower season, the National Park is a bloom with many a variety of wildflower. You might spot Acacia, Banksia, Caladenia and more! Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Hotel: Kalbarri Edge Resort

Day 14: Kalbarri National Park – Perth
On your way south, travel past Hutt Lagoon, one of the famous Pink Lakes in WA, before continuing to your final destination of Perth. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. What a great opportunity to share a few laughs as you recount stories from the last 14 days together!
Hotel: Travelodge Perth

Day 15: Farewell from Perth
Bid farewell to your fellow travellers when your trip concludes after breakfast.