15 Day Premium Touring - Western Escape
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| Spectacular sightseeing experiences | ||
| – See Wildflowers (Aug - Nov) – Margaret River Caves – Fossils at Mammoth Cave – Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse – Explore Margaret River – Lunch at Palandri Winery – Valley of the Giants – Tour Albany and Whaleworld – Mining Hall of Fame – Royal Flying Doctor Service |
– Spectacular Wave Rock – Walking tour of Fremantle – Visit Kalbarri National Park – Meet Monkey Mia’s Dolphins – Explore The Pinnacles – Yanchep National Park – Balga Mia Aboriginal Dreaming – INCLUDED Aboriginal Cultural Experience – Wildflower viewing |
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| Premium holiday inclusions | ||
| Transportation – Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows Professionally Escorted – Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver Dining Inclusions – Full Buffet Breakfasts (14) – Lunch (1) – Hotel Dinners (10) YOUR CHOICE |
Accommodation – Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels Plus – Welcome Drink – All purpose travel wallet and map – Airport transfers (Day 1 from Perth Airport – flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm; Day 15 to Perth Airport – flights anytime) – Hotel porterage included |
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| Itinerary | ||
| Day 1 Sat: Arrive Perth On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Perth including Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River. Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth. Day 2 Sun: Margaret River This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest of Dwellingup. Discover the eleven metre forest canopy viewing platform and a series of walkways. Travel south through Busselton, a popular holiday resort. Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave, home to ancient fossil remains of extinct animals. Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia's premier wine growing regions. Enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Hotel: All Seasons Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights. Day 3 Mon: Margaret River This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, situated at the most southern westerly tip of Australia. Later enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Palandri Winery. This afternoon there is time to explore Margaret River, including the ever-popular Chocolate Factory. Day 4 Tue: Margaret River – Albany View the Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the world. Journey through the spectacular Valley of the Giants with its huge Tingle and Karri trees. Explore the canopy of the tingle forest along the Tree Top Walk. Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap, then visit Whaleworld for a fascinating insight into the region's seafaring past. Hotel: Comfort Inn, Albany. Day 5 Wed: Albany – Esperance This morning visit the Anzac Memorial and enjoy the panoramic views. Travel to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges. Continue to Esperance and see the famous Pink Lake. Hotel: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. |
Day 6 Thu: Cape Le Grand – Kalgoorlie Travel into Cape Le Grand National Park. Travel north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for an amazing view of Australia's largest open cut gold mine. An orientation tour of this historic gold mining town will reveal unique turn of the century buildings including the famous Exchange Hotel. Hotel: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights. Day 7 Fri: Kalgoorlie Spend this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame. Try panning for gold, witness gold bullion being poured and go underground for a tour of the Mining Reserve. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work of this Australian icon. There is the opportunity this afternoon to explore this gold town at leisure. Day 8 Sat: Wave Rock Travel through the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated following new ore discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock, a striking rock formation resembling a gigantic wave, which was formed from granite over three million years ago. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic inland town, before travelling on to the port of Fremantle, a city rich in heritage buildings and attractions. It has been recognised as the best preserved example of a 19th century port streetscape in the world. Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. Day 9 Sun: Fremantle – Perth Time this morning is at leisure to explore the Fremantle markets and busy harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the Dreaming Trail of the area. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Swan River to Perth. Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth. Day 10 Mon: Perth – Geraldton Travel to New Norcia, a small settlement revolving around the Benedictine Monastery, where we will visit the Museum and Art Gallery. We then visit a wildflower farm with a unique collection of flowers, before continuing on to Geraldton. Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. |
Day 11 Tue: Kalbarri National Park Venture to Kalbarri National Park to view the spectacular scenery of Murchison River Gorge from the vantage point of Hawks Head Lookout. Visit Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of shells up to ten metres deep. Visit Red Bluff Lookout, before continuing to the crystal blue waters and the pristine white shell and sandy beaches of Monkey Mia. Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. Day 12 Wed: Monkey Mia Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore. These wild mammals of the ocean swim into the shallows to mingle with people. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional sailing cruise to spot dugong and dolphins. Day 13 Thu: Geraldton Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on earth. Continue south along the North West Coastal Highway to Geraldton, in the heart of the Batavia Coast. Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. Day 14 Fri: The Pinnacles – Perth Today travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles, formed by calcified limestone thousands of years ago. Heading south to Yanchep National Park, you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Meet Aboriginal guides who will share with you their way of life in a traditional community and will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu. Continue to Perth this afternoon. Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth. Day 15 Sat: Depart Perth You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight. |
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15 days, Priced from A$3750 |
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| Prices AUD | Land Content Only | ||||||
| Single Supplement | $1195 | ||||||
| Child 15 years and under | Save | $845 | |||||
| Triple Share | Save | $210 | |||||
| Friendly Fours | Save | $210 | |||||
| Concession Card Holders | Save | $75 | |||||
| Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 31/12/10. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit. | |||||||