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8-Day Western Australia's Wine and Nature

Customisable Itinerary
4.6 • 13 travellers have booked with Kate L.

Trip Overview

Beginning and ending in Perth, this wine and nature trip takes you on the lesser-known route in Australia's southwest.

Hopping between vineyards and forests, over a week, you'll drive around the southwest, tasting your way around this stunning part of the country. Stop on stunning beaches, walk through the tallest forest in the world and be wined and dined in country clubs and lodges when you stop in top-class accommodation.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Perth and Drive to Fremantle

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Arrive in Perth and Drive to Fremantle

When you arrive in Perth, you'll pick up your car and head straight out of the city to Fremantle. After reaching your hotel and checking in, you'll have the rest of the day free to relax.

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    Accommodation

    Hougoumont Hotel4 star

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Perth Airport to Perth

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    Destinations

    Fremantle

Day 2

Rottnest Express

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Rottnest Express

Adventure, exploration and a complete interpretation of Rottnest Island! Today, you'll discover a side of Rottnest Island that few get to see. Close encounters with humpback whales, seals, dolphins and Osprey eagles are common. Secluded bays and breathtaking beaches and encounters with rarely seen wildlife. Jump on the Eco Express for a 90-minute journey to the island’s wild side offering you an unforgettable, entertaining and informative experience.

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    Accommodation

    Hougoumont Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Rottnest Island Full-Day AdventureOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fremantle

    Rottnest Island

Day 3

Drive to Margaret River

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Drive to Margaret River

As you are the driver on this Western Australia trip, you'll be free to leave as and when you please. Feel free to explore a little more of Fremantle before you make the journey to Margaret River. Take your time on the drive today - it's a beautiful one! Upon arrival in Margaret River, you'll check into your hotel and have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Cape Lodge5 star

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    Activities

    Margaret River RegionOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Fremantle to Margaret River

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fremantle

    Yallingup

    Margaret River

Day 4

Best of Margaret Wine Tour

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Best of Margaret Wine Tour

Today, you'll have the option to go on a wine tour to learn about Margaret's famous wines. Discover how Cape Mentelle put Margaret River on the world wine map on a personal introduction to their oldest vineyard and working winery. The highlight of your day will be a hosted food and wine matching experience, which is served inside the Cabernet Sauvignon barrel room. Discover a select few wineries producing outstanding wines with highly personalised experiences and taste more than 20 wines.

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    Accommodation

    Cape Lodge5 star

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    Activities

    Best of Margaret River Wine TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Yallingup

    Margaret River

Day 5

Drive to Pemberton

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Drive to Pemberton

This morning, you'll leave for Pemberton to make sure you have the day to relax in this forested paradise. A nature lovers paradise, there is no end to what you can do here. Whether you want to go kayaking or hiking or be wined and dined in style, you'll find it in Pemberton, known as the baby of Australia's wine regions.

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    Accommodation

    The Forest Lodge Resort3 star

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    Activities

    PembertonOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Margaret River to Pemberton

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Yallingup

    Pemberton

Day 6

Beach and Bush then Albany

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Beach and Bush then Albany

You'll depart Pemberton at 9 am for Warren National Park with explanations about the farmland vistas viewable from the comfort of your seat. On entering the D'Entrecasteaux National Park, you'll stop to stretch your legs at Dead Man’s Lake to learn about its history. Then, you'll explore the largest landlocked sand dune system in the southern hemisphere. You'll return to the lake for lunch in a bush setting before returning to civilisation at around 1 pm. Then, you'll drive to Albany.

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    Accommodation

    The Beach House at Bayside5 star

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    Activities

    Half-Day Beach and Forest Eco AdventureOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Pemberton to Albany

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pemberton

    Yeagarup

    Collingwood Park

Day 7

Free Day in Albany

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Free Day in Albany

Your day is free today, there are many places that you could drive around to explore the region. A top choice is the Valley of the Giants treetop walk which takes you through a forest of the tallest trees in the world to look out across the canopy of timber trees that are endemic to this region. Other options include Albany's historic whaling station and the Granite Skywalk.

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    Accommodation

    The Beach House at Bayside5 star

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    Activities

    Valley of the Giants Treetop WalkOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Collingwood Park

    Tingledale

Day 8

Drive Back to Perth

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Drive Back to Perth

Today concludes your exciting Western Australia trip. Take your time this morning before leaving for Perth.

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Albany to Perth

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Collingwood Park

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What’s included?

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Entrance fees
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

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

Notes

Please note that the rental car is not included in this package. It can however be priced and included upon request

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