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7-Day Self-Drive Perth and Southwest Corner of Western Australia

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Trip Overview

Embark on a scenic drive to the southwest corner of Western Australia, an area renowned for its abundant flora, fauna and rich history!

Beginning in Perth, you'll have the day to familiarise yourself with the city as well as a whole day dedicated to exploring the stunning pocket of paradise just offshore - Rottnest Island. Beginning your self-drive journey, your first destination will be Margaret River via the charming towns and city of Mandurah, Preston Beach, Bunbury and Busselton. Look out for the pods of bottlenose dolphins and stunning migratory birds on your journey!

A day to explore Margaret River will leave you free to dot between over 90 cellar doors for some world-class wine tasting. The next day the scenic journey to Albany will lead you through Pemberton, the town surrounded by marvellous Karri trees and known for its stunning variety of wildflowers as well as some of the finest wine on Australia's west coast.

Before leaving Albany to return to Perth, you'll have the day to explore the port city known for its stories of Aboriginal custodians, convicts, sailors and whalers. The city marks the spot where the first European settlers arrived in Western Australia and the legacy lives on in the city through its colonial buildings!
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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Perth

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Welcome to Perth

Your self-drive Perth and Margaret River trip will begin with a free afternoon and evening in the city. Overlooking the Swan River, Perth is a vibrant paradise of uncrowded beaches with a thriving food scene and an up-and-coming shopping and boutique store scene. During your free time, you can stroll its trendy streets, visit the Kings Park Botanical Gardens or even take a treetop walk for a unique view of the city.

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    Accommodation

    DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Northbridge4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in PerthOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Northbridge

    Perth

Day 2

Day Trip to Rottnest Island from Perth

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Day Trip to Rottnest Island from Perth

Today, you'll take advantage of your round trip ferry tickets to Rottnest Island spend the day on this pocket of paradise, most notably home to the adorable Quokka. During your 1.5-hour cruise along the Swan River, you'll listen to informative Captain's commentary and relax whilst enjoying the scenic views. Besides cute animals, the island boasts white-sanded beaches, secluded coves, shallow sparkling waters, great surf breaks and a rich cultural heritage that can keep you busy all day.

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    Accommodation

    DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Northbridge4 star

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    Activities

    Rottnest IslandOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Ferry from SeaLink Rottnest Island - Barrack Street Jetty, Perth Terminal to Rottnest Island

    Ferry from Rottnest Island to SeaLink Rottnest Island - Barrack Street Jetty, Perth Terminal

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    Destinations

    Northbridge

    Rottnest Island

Day 3

Scenic Journey from Perth to Margaret River via Mandurah and Busselton

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Scenic Journey from Perth to Margaret River via Mandurah and Busselton

Today, you'll self-drive from Perth to Margaret with a number of notable stops along the way! The first stop is Mandurah, Western Australia's second city home to an abundance of wildlife including dolphins and migratory birdlife. After a short stop in the coastal town of Preston Beach, you can continue to Bunbury to spot the pods of bottlenose dolphins in the inlet. Finally, before reaching Margaret River, a stop in Busselton to take a stroll along the 1.8-kilometre jetty is a must.

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    Accommodation

    Adamsons Riverside4 star

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    Activities

    MandurahOptional Activity

    Preston BeachOptional Activity

    BunburyOptional Activity

    BusseltonOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Perth to Margaret RiverOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Northbridge

    Mandurah

    Preston Beach

    Bunbury

    Busselton

    Margaret River

Day 4

A Day to Explore Margaret River

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A Day to Explore Margaret River

Today, you'll have the day to explore the Margaret River Region. Speckled by national parks, pristine beaches and vineyards, the region is known for its award-winning wines, when paired with the paradisical landscape of the region makes this a prime travel destination. While exploring the coastline, you can discover endless hiking trails and be tempted by the 90 wine cellar doors that invite you in.

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    Accommodation

    Adamsons Riverside4 star

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    Margaret River RegionOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Margaret River

Day 5

Scenic Drive to Albany via Pemberton

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Scenic Drive to Albany via Pemberton

Today, you'll drive to your next stop, Albany. On the waym, you'll stop in Pemberton, the town surrounded by marvellous Karri trees and known for its stunning variety of wildflowers as well as some of the finest wine in Australia's west coast. Here, you can get lost in the verdant nature of Pemberton on hiking trails, bush walks, in canoes out on lakes and down white sand dunes in Yeagarup. In the afternoon, you'll continue the journey to Albany.

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    Accommodation

    Six Degrees Albany CBD Boutique Hotel

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    PembertonOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Margaret River to PembertonOptional Activity

    Self-Driving from Pemberton to AlbanyOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Margaret River

    Pemberton

    Albany

Day 6

A Day to Explore Albany

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A Day to Explore Albany

Today, you'll have the day to explore Albany, a port city most known for its stories of Aboriginal custodians, convicts, sailors and whalers. The city marks the spot where the first European settlers arrived in Western Australia and the legacy lives on in the city through its colonial buildings. You can take advantage of a huge range of activities on offer including world-class wine tasting, fishing, surfing, swimming, diving and hiking!

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    Accommodation

    Six Degrees Albany CBD Boutique Hotel

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    AlbanyOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Albany

Day 7

Travel Back to Perth

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Travel Back to Perth

Today, your trip comes to an end as you check out and make the journey back to Perth.

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    Self-Driving from Albany to PerthOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Albany

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What’s included?

  • 6 nights accommodation

What’s not included?

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • Ground transportation
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits

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