South West Explorer

9 days, 13 meals. See the highlights of Western Australia’s rugged south west with Travelmarvel. This round trip from Perth includes everything from the natural wonder of Wave Rock to Kalgoorlie’s mining heritage and the blushing waters of Pink Lake. Then toast your journey in WA’s world-class wine region, Margaret River.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Perth

Your journey through Western Australia’s beautiful southwest begins. Be met at Perth airport and transferred to your hotel.

Day 2: Perth, York, Wave Rock

Set out across the stunning Darling Ranges on the way to the charming town of York. After today’s Insider Experience, continue to Hyden to see the incredible granite cliff formation of Wave Rock. The spectacular curved cliff is 15 metres high and 110 metres long.

Day 3: Coolgardie, Kalgoorlie

Journey to Coolgardie and discover the site of Western Australia’s original gold rush. Continue onwards to Kalgoorlie, where more than half of the gold mined in Australia is sourced.

Day 4: Kalgoorlie, Lake Lefroy, Esperance

Head for Lake Lefroy and marvel at the stark white salt pans that stretch into the distance. Continue to the beautiful seaside town of Esperance.

Day 5: Esperance, Pink Lake, Stirling Range National Park, Albany

Take in the sights of Esperance, including Twilight Bay and Pink Lake. Then drive through the Stirling Range and meet a local wildflower expert. From Bluff Knoll, see the jagged peaks towering over bushland dotted with wildflowers in the spring. Later, arrive in Albany.

Day 6: Albany

Tour Albany and join today’s Insider Experience. Enjoy some free time before heading to Mt Clarence to enjoy views over the Princess Royal Harbour and King George Sound. You may also choose to go whale watching.

Day 7: Albany, Valley of the Giants, Margaret River

Head to the Valley of the Giants, a world-famous forest of gigantic tingle trees. Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, located on the most southwesterly point of mainland Australia. Arrive later in Margaret River where you will enjoy dinner with a glass of Margaret River wine.

Day 8: Margaret River

This morning you’ll see the ancient fossil remains of long-extinct giant animals during a walk through Mammoth Cave. Take part in today’s Insider Experience before enjoying a Farewell Dinner at a local winery.

Day 9: Busselton, Depart Perth

This morning, head to Busselton and enjoy a unique train ride along the Busselton Jetty over Geographe Bay. Later, continue to Perth where your tour concludes.