Description
The Tour
15 days/14 nights - see the spectacular scenery of the west coast, including Margaret River, the Valley of the Giants, Wave Rock and Monkey Mia with AAT Kings.
Day 1: Arrive Perth
On arrival into Perth (flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm), transfer to the Travelodge Perth for your overnight stay. Enjoy a city tour before a welcome drink. (D)
Day 2: Margaret River
This morning, travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the Jarrah Forest. Continue south through Busselton to the Margaret River Caves. Explore Mammoth Cave, then journey to Margaret River, a premier wine-growing region. The next 2 nights will be spent at the All Seasons Margaret River. (B/D)
Day 3: Margaret River
This morning, journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later enjoy a tour, wine tasting and lunch at Palandri Winery. This afternoon, there is time to explore Margaret River. (B/L)
Day 4: Margaret River - Albany
View the Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the world. Journey through the Valley of the Giants and take the Tree Top Walk. Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to The Gap, then visit the Whaleworld Museum. Overnight at the Comfort Inn, Albany. (B/D)
Day 5: Albany - Esperance
This morning, visit the Anzac Memorial and enjoy the panoramic views. Travel to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the Stirling Ranges. Continue to Esperance and see the Pink Lake. Overnight at the Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. (B/D)
Day 6: Cape Le Grand - Kalgoorlie
This morning, travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views. Continue north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for a view of Australia's largest open cut gold-mine and enjoy a town tour. The next 2 nights will be spent at the Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie. (B/D)
Day 7: Kalgoorlie
Spend this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame and go underground for a tour of the Mining Reserve. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service, then spend time at leisure. (B)
Day 8: Wave Rock
Travel through the town of Coolgardie, then on to Wave Rock, a rock formation resembling a giant wave, formed over 3 million years ago. Continue to York, before travelling to the port of Fremantle. Overnight at the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. (B/D)
Day 9: Fremantle - Perth
This morning is at leisure to explore Fremantle, then enjoy a walking tour. This afternoon, enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Swan River to Perth. Overnight at the Travelodge Perth. (B)
Day 10: Perth - Geraldton
Travel to New Norcia and visit the Museum and Art Gallery. Continue to a wildflower farm, before travelling to Geraldton. Overnight at the All Seasons Geraldton. (B/D)
Day 11: Kalbarri National Park
Venture to Kalbarri National Park to view the Murchison River Gorge at Hawks Head Lookout. Continue to Red Bluff Lookout, before journeying to Monkey Mia. The next 2 nights will be spent at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. (B/D)
Day 12: Monkey Mia
Early this morning, watch for the dolphins that swim into shore. Please Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed! The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 13: Shell Beach - Geraldton
Visit Shell Beach, formed from billions of shells up to 10m deep. Continue to Hamelin Pool to see the colony of stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on earth. Continue south to Geraldton to overnight at the All Seasons Geraldton. (B/D)
Day 14: The Pinnacles - Perth
Travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles. Head south to Yanchep National Park and enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Continue to Perth this afternoon and overnight at Travelodge Perth. (B/D)
Day 15: Depart Perth
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Perth airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)
Tour Notes
International flights and Australian domestic flights are not included in the tour price.
Your tour includes travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with WC, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows, an experienced professional tour director and tour driver, meals as detailed in the itinerary, airport transfers, hotel and sightseeing as specified.
Departure dates in bold are guaranteed departures. All other departure dates operate subject to min numbers.
2008 Departure Dates
19 Jan; 16 Feb; 08 Mar; 17 May; 21 Jun; 02, 09, 26, 30 Aug; 06, 13, 20, 27 Sep; 04, 11, 25 Oct; 08 Nov.
2009 Departure Dates
03, 24 Jan; 21 Feb; 14 Mar.