7-day guided tour of Perth, Margaret River & Fremantle

Day 1 - Welcome to Perth, Western Australia

On arrival in Perth spend time on your own to relax or explore the surroundings. This evening meet your Journey Director and new traveling companions at your hotel for a Welcome Reception with local Western Australian wine and beers along with local produce canapés.

• Meals: Welcome Dinner
• Hotel: Doubletree Perth, Waterfront

Day 2 - Perth

This morning enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before you head out for a city sites tour. You Journey Director will show you the best city sites including Elizabeth Quay, Yagan Square and you will have time to explore Kings Park with its sweeping city views and some of the 3,000 species of the State’s unique flora. This afternoon is free for you to relax or explore more of Perth’s sites. Tonight, you will enjoy an Italian inspired feast whilst dining alfresco overlooking the picturesque Swan River. 

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
• Hotel: Doubletree Perth, Waterfront

Day 3 - Perth - Penguin Island - Busselton - Bunker Bay

Today you head to world renowned winery region of Margaret River. Leaving cosmopolitan Perth behind your first stop is Penguin Island.  With its white sandy beaches and surrounded by crystal clear waters, Penguin Island lays in the heart of the ruggedly spectacular Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Here you will board your boat to cruise through Shoalwater Bay’s wildlife Sanctuary to see dolphins, sea lions, penguins and sea birds. After your cruise you continue south to explore the historic Busselton Jetty that has been standing for more than 150 years. There is the chance to explore the jetty on foot or take the Jetty Train along this 1.84km timber piled jetty that is the longest in the southern hemisphere.  Nestled on the white sandy beaches your accommodation for the night is the 5 Star Pullman Bunker Bay. Tonight, you will enjoy dinner at the Other Side of the Moon restaurant where you will dine on an array of fresh locally sourced seasonal produce with local wines. 

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Dinner with wine
• Hotel: Pullman Bunker Bay, Margaret River

Day 4 - Margaret River & Cape Naturaliste

Your day begins with a ‘Welcome to Country’ as part of your indigenous experience at Cape Naturaliste. Your local guide will escort you on a short walk around Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse precinct where they interpret the land through the eyes of an indigenous custodian followed by an artefact interpretation and didgeridoo experience.From Cape Naturaliste you’ll drive through the vineyard lined roads to your Margaret River winery experience. You will arrive to this rolling vineyard where you will enjoy a highlight degustation lunch with a focus on local produce that is paired with matching wines. After you have indulged in your long lunch you will explore more of the region and there is time to explore the quaint town of Margaret River before returning to your hotel.

• Meals: Breakfast + Highlight Lunch
• Hotel: Pullman Bunker Bay, Margaret River

Day 5 - Bunker Bay - Fremantle

This morning why not relax with a morning stroll along the beautiful white sandy beach and turquoise waters of Bunker Bay. Then enjoy a leisurely breakfast with views out to the sparkling ocean before relaxing by the pool. Leaving wine country behind you will be hugging the coastline north as you continue along Australia’s exquisite southwest coast to Fremantle. This afternoon you will join a local guide on a walking tour to explore some hidden gems and the historic streets of Fremantle.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle

Day 6 - Rottnest Island

Board your boat and escape across the open ocean to Rottnest Island, an island paradise lovingly referred to by the sun-worshipping locals as ‘Rotto’.Feel the sand between your toes and keep a keen eye out for the happiest little animal on earth, the Quokka. Join a ‘Local Specialist’ on a guided Discovery Rottnest bus tour covering the length of the island’s most spectacular locations. Delve into the island’s history and culture, its pristine marine and land environments and the diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy lunch before exploring more of the beaches. This afternoon, you’ll leave the pristine shoreline and cruise back to seaside Fremantle where tonight you’ll join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. What better way to toast to a mesmerising journey with Local Western Australian wines matched with the seasonal farm to table menu.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Farewell Dinner
• Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle

D​ay 7 - Farewell from Fremantle

Relax this morning as your journey comes to an end. You might choose to take in the intriguing Fremantle Markets before your Journey comes to an end. You will be transferred by private car to Perth airport for your onward travel.

• Meals: Breakfast

P​lease note itinerary may be subject to change - call today and speak with our travel team.

Prices below are based on travel 29 October 2023 & 12 November 2023 additional dates available - speak with one of our team today for details.

• T​win share from $5,450 per person
• S​olo Traveller from $6,825 per person

Call our local travel team on 1300 414 198 to secure your seat!

Please note prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may change without notice.

The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes:

• DoubleTree Hilton, Perth
• Pullman Bunker Bay, Margaret River
• Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle

Flight Information:

• Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 4.30pm into Perth Airport
• Day 7: Flights anytime but recommended after 1pm (Domestic) or 3pm (International) from Perth Airport

Fitness Requirements:

• Low to moderate level of fitness required

What to Bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
• Warm layers in cooler months
• Camera
• A sense of adventure