Day 1: Welcome to Perth
Feel the great expansive openness of the West Coast with its big blue skies and its ever-developing but still youthful capital city of Perth. You will be personally met at the airport by our representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighborhood and central Perth
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 2: Wave Rock, York, Wildflowers & Aboriginal Culture
Home of Wave Rock, truly one of Australia’s most incredible natural landforms. Through the Perth Hills and escarpment enter farming country. Enjoying morning tea (own expense) at historic York, the first township founded in the Avon Valley. Travel to the Wheatbelt Highway through the agricultural towns of Corrigin and Kondinin; through outback farming country – giving a glimpse of Australian country life passing by the infamous Dog Cemetery, a shrine to man’s best friend and an integral part of farming life. Then visit Hippo’s Yawn, a rock formation that resembles a hippo yawning. Break for an Aussie country-style lunch at the Wildflower Shop. Whilst here, visit either a Wildlife Park, view a unique Antique Lace Collection – even featuring lace from Lady Diana, or visit the amazing Toy Soldier Museum. See the spectacular prehistoric rock formation of Wave Rock and sacred Aboriginal sites. Leaving Wave Rock, Visit Hippo’s Yawn, and Mulka’s Cave. Return to Perth approx. at 8:30 pm.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 3: Discover Rottnest
Cruise along the Swan River to Fremantle before heading to Rottnest Island – Located 19 Kilometres from Fremantle, the island is an ‘A class’ nature reserve and home to spectacular white sandy beaches, secluded bays, unique wildlife, Shipwrecks, and fascinating and colorful history. Enjoy a comprehensive coach tour and a full circumnavigation of the island with full commentary. Stop at some of Rottnest’s most spectacular locations – Including the Wadjemup Lighthouse and the majestic look-out point at the rugged West End.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 4: Margaret River – Wineries & Lunch
Stunning beaches, rivers, the inland waterway of Peel Inlet, blue mountains in the distance, villages and towns and the wine growing region of the South West. Taste the wines and explore vast underground limestone caves in a day of discovery along this Indian Ocean coastline.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 5: Perth – Fremantle
After Breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Fremantle. Free leisure in the afternoon. Fremantle is renowned as Perth’s Old Town, full of vibrancy, color, and culture. The area’s rich history is evident in its many heritage-listed buildings. One of the most popular attractions in Fremantle is the Fremantle Markets, which has been in operation since 1897. The markets offer a wide range of products, including fresh produce, arts and crafts, clothing, and souvenirs.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 6: Fremantle – Geraldton
Two national parks in one day. After breakfast, towards the fascinating journey filled with natural wonders and poignant history. Yanchep National Park – an excellent place to learn more about the culture and traditions of the First Nations communities, especially with the guidance of an Aboriginal guide. Exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems, including the bush and wetlands, it’s an exciting and educational experience. Your next stop is Nambung National Park.
Nambung National Park is a national park in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 200 km northwest of Perth, Australia, and 17 km south of the small coastal town of Cervantes. The park contains the Pinnacles Desert which is an area with thousands of limestone formations called pinnacles.
After arriving in Geraldton, visit The HMAS Sydney II Memorial was designed by artist and sculptor Joan Walsh-Smith and architect Bob Pearce. It was officially opened on 21 March 2001 by then-Prime Minister John Howard. The memorial features a dome-shaped structure with a bronze statue of a woman holding a wreath, symbolizing the grief and loss felt by those who lost loved ones in the tragedy.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 7: Geraldton – Monkey Mia
Shark Bay is its stunning coastline, characterized by powdery white beaches and crystal-clear waters. The bay is home to a diverse range of marine life, including dolphins, dugongs, sea turtles, and numerous species of fish and sharks. The bay’s seagrass meadows, which cover more than 4,800 square kilometers, provide essential habitats for these marine species. As the day draws to a close, finding an oceanside perch to relax and enjoy the sunset while sipping on a cold beverage is the perfect way to end the day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 8: Monkey Mia – Kalbarri
Monkey Mia and Shell Beach are two of the most unique and spectacular attractions in Western Australia. Monkey Mia’s dolphins are famous for their friendly interactions with visitors, and the opportunity to see them up close and in the wild is an experience not to be missed. Shell Beach, on the other hand, is a natural wonder formed from billions of tiny shells that have accumulated over thousands of years. Walking along its stunningly white shores is a truly surreal experience.
Hamelin Pool’s stromatolites are truly awe-inspiring. These ancient structures are living examples of the earliest forms of life on Earth, dating back billions of years. They are formed by colonies of microorganisms that create layers of sediment and minerals, eventually building up into towering mounds. Kalbarri National Park has been carved by the Murchison River for millions of years, and the gorge that remains is a breathtaking sight to behold. It’s also home to a wide variety of plant and animal life.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 9: Kalbarri – Perth
Hutt Lagoon is a unique and beautiful natural wonder located in Western Australia. What makes this lagoon so special is its striking pink color, which is caused by a type of algae called Dunaliella salina. The algae produce a red pigment that gives the water its distinctive hue, which can range from pale pink to deep magenta depending on the time of day and the season. We will return to Perth this afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel or similar
Day 10: Say Goodbye to Perth
Time to say goodbye to beautiful Perth, your fellow travelers, and friendly hotel hosts. You will be personally met at your hotel by our representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
