Margaret River and Karri Valley 4WD Exploration

Savour a seasonal lunch, tour and tasting at renowned Margaret River winery, Leeuwin Estate on this Luxury Short Break with a maximum of just 22 guests. Tour Jewel Cave and be awestruck by the incredible beauty of crystal-encrusted formations. Soak in the beauty of the region’s ancient Karri forest on a journey aboard the famed Pemberton Tram. In Margaret River, indulge in delicious handmade chocolates at Gabriel Chocolate and visit Truffle Hill, which produces some of the finest black truffles in the world.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Perth

Arrive in Perth and enjoy time to settle in to your hotel before a memorable welcome dinner this evening.

Day 2: Margaret River

This morning, travel to the stunning Mandoon Estate for a Signature Experience. Afterwards, Continue on to Pullman Bunker Bay, your home for the next two nights.

Signature Experience – Bush Tucker Talk and Tasting

At Mandoon Estate, join Noongar Elder, Dale Tilbrook, for a bush tucker talk and tasting. Be enthralled as Dale shares stories from decades gone by, learn about different native food and medicinal plants, and sample delicious bush tucker for lunch.

Day 3: Margaret River

Begin your day out in nature at Canal Rocks, a remote granite coastline chiselled by the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean. Admire spectacular views of the sea and the narrow channel below as you follow the timber walkways across the rocks. Afterwards, discover Margaret River's outstanding produce. Start with a visit to a local chocolate factory, located on a peaceful and picturesque rural property just 20 minutes from Margaret River. Visitors are treated to free chocolate tastings, interactive displays, viewing windows to watch the chocolate products being made and a friendly atmosphere. After your Signature Experience lunch, enjoy time at leisure at your resort to enjoy the facilities.

Signature Experience - Leeuwin Estate

Enjoy a tour, tasting and seasonal lunch at Leeuwin Estate. Celebrating the combination of fine wine, food, art and music, Leeuwin features an award-winning restaurant, cellar door and art gallery.

Day 4: Margaret River, Karri Forest, Pemberton

Start your day with a tour of Jewel Cave, a magical crystal-encrusted wonder comprising of three massive chambers. It is also home to one of the longest straw stalactites found in any tourist cave in Australia. Stroll the grounds of Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the tallest light house on mainland Australia, where the Indian and Southern oceans meet. Learn how this famous landmark was constructed from local limestone in 1985 and is still a vital working lighthouse for vessels navigating the treacherous cape. Later, arrive at Karri Valley Resort and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps climb into a kayak and enjoy a paddle on Lake Beedelup. You may also enjoy a hike through native bushland to the soothing Beedelup Falls, which cascade down a series of rockfaces between stands of giant karri trees.

Day 5: Truffle Hill, Karri Valley Resort

Venture to the heart of truffle country today, where you’ll have the opportunity to indulge in some of the world’s finest black Périgord truffles. Sample truffle-infused products before lunch. After, head to Pemberton to board the Pemberton Tram, which transports guests through deep forests and picturesque countryside as well as recreating the history of the timber railways that were so important to the region's development and growth. Following a Signature Experience dinner at Jaspers Bar, enjoy a restful evening at the Karri Valley Resort on the edge of the tranquil Lake Beedelup.

Signature Experience – Jaspers Bar

Dine like a local on expertly prepared seasonal cuisine at Jaspers Bar in the heart of Pemberton this evening. Renowned for its gourmet food, selection of outstanding local wines and the finest collection of whisky and bourbon in southwest Western Australia, Jaspers is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the region.

Day 6: Depart Perth

After breakfast this morning, return to Perth for your onward flight.