Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a city tour
of Perth including beautiful Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse
of the Swan River. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and
travelling companions. Accommodation: Seasons of Perth, Perth.
Day 2: Margaret River
This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest
of Dwellingup. Travel south through Busselton, a popular holiday resort.
Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave, home
to ancient fossil remains of extinct animals. Continue to Margaret River,
one of Australia's premier wine growing regions. Accommodation: All Seasons
Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights. (B)
Day 3: Margaret River
This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National
Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later, enjoy a tour, tastings and
delicious lunch at Voyager Estate. This afternoon there is time to explore
Margaret River. (BL)
Day 4: Margaret River - Albany
View the enormous Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the
world. Journey through the spectacular Valley of the Giants with its huge
Tingle and Karri trees. Enjoy a walk along the Tree Top Walk exploring the
canopy of the magnificent tingle forest. Continue to Torndirrup National
Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap, then visit the Whaleworld
Museum for a fascinating insight into the region's seafaring past.
Accommodation: The Esplanade Hotel, Albany. (B)
Day 5: Albany - Esperance
This morning visit the Anzac Memorial and enjoy the panoramic views. Travel
to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges.
Continue to Esperance and see the famous Pink Lake. Accommodation: Comfort
Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. (B)
Day 6: Cape Le Grand - Kalgoorlie
This morning travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views.
Travel north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of
Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for an amazing view of
Australia's largest open cut gold mine. An orientation tour of this historic
gold mining town will reveal unique turn of the century buildings including
the famous Exchange Hotel. Accommodation: Quality Inn Railway Hotel,
Kalgoorlie, 2 nights. (B)
Day 7 Fri: Kalgoorlie
Spend this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame. Try panning for gold, witness
gold bullion being poured and go underground for a tour of the Mining
Reserve. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work
of this great Australian icon. There is the opportunity this afternoon to
explore this gold town at leisure. (B)
Day 8: Wave Roc
Travel to the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated
following new ore discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock. Continue to York,
Western Australia's most historic inland town, before travelling on to the
port of Fremantle. Accommodation: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. (B)
Day 9: Fremantle - Perth
Time this morning is at leisure to explore the Fremantle markets and busy
harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour of
Fremantle including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the
Dreaming Trail of the area. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise along the
Swan River to Perth. Accommodation: Seasons of Perth, Perth. (B)
Day 10: Perth - Geraldton
Travel to New Norcia, a small settlement revolving around the Benedictine
Monastery, where we will visit the Museum and Art Gallery. We then visit a
wildflower farm with a unique collection of flowers, before continuing on to
Geraldton. Accommodation: All Seasons Geraldton. (B)
Day 11: Kalbarri National Park
Venture to Kalbarri National Park to view the spectacular scenery of
Murchison River Gorge from the vantage point of Hawks Head Lookout. Visit
Red Bluff Lookout, before continuing to Monkey Mia. Accommodation: Monkey
Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. (B)
Day 12: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore.
(Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The rest
of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional sailing cruise to spot
dugong and dolphins. (B)
Day 13: Shell Beach - Geraldton
Visit Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of
shells up to ten metres deep. Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best
known colony of Stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on
earth. Continue south along the North West Coastal Highway to Geraldton.
Accommodation: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. (B)
Day 14 Fri: The Pinnacles - Perth
Today travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles.
Heading south to Yanchep National Park, you will enjoy an Aboriginal
cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Meet Aboriginal guides who
will share with you their way of life in a traditional community and will
treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu and dancing. Continue to
Perth this afternoon. Accommodation: Seasons of Perth, Perth. (B)
Day 15: Depart Perth
You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight.
(B)
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