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High tea style lunch at Smallwater Estate in the picturesque town of Newlands
Visit the famous Gloucester Tree in Pemberton, once the second highest fire lookout tree in the world
An afternoon at Silkwood Estate
Visit to Cape Leeuwin to view the changing colours of the meeting point between the Indian and Southern Oceans
Indulge in food and fine wine at Margaret River
Visit the longest jetty in Australia in Busselton
Harbour cruise at Mandjar Bay
Day trip to the idyllic Rottnest Island in search of sun, sand and quokkas
Tour Inclusions
Small group size - 26
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) included. Complimentary beverages from a selected list included at lunch and dinner (when dining at licensed venues only).
7 nights of hotel and resort accommodation
All attractions, entry fees and cruises
Professional Tour Driver/Guide
Travel aboard a state-of-the-art 5-star 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle
Valid for travel 24 Nov 2024 – 08 Dec 2024
Adelaide - Perth
Gems of the South West - Adelaide to Perth
11 night package | 8 day tour + 3 day rail journey
From $5,995pp twin share Save $3,805pp
Day 1 – Adelaide
Indian Pacific guests heading west from Adelaide to Perth will celebrate the start of their journey with the ‘Flavours of South Australia Welcome Dinner’, held at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal. A showcase of fabulous food and world-class wine, this complimentary pre-boarding event delivers the best bottles from around SA and sublime regional offerings from both land and sea.
Day 2 – Nullarbor Plain
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with expansive desert views, followed by a stop at the outback ghost town of Cook. A spectacular dinner under the stars awaits at Rawlinna (seasonal), the Nullarbor outpost that borders a ‘little’ sheep station of a mere 8,000 square kilometres.
Day 3 - Perth
After a restful sleep, sit down for breakfast as the picturesque rolling hills of the Avon Valley pass you by. Perth is your final destination, arriving mid-afternoon.
Upon arrival in Perth at your CBD hotel, you will be met by your Tour Director. From here, we’ll take an informative tour of the city including Kings Park, with the opportunity to take a walk through the Botanical Gardens. Meal (D)
Day 4 - Perth – Karri Valley
Karri Valley Resort
This morning, we travel south and follow the Darling Escarpment. We head to the Northern Jarrah Forest and visit the Forest Discovery Centre in Dwellingup for a history lesson on the forestry industry of WA. We continue on to Harvey, a large dairy and fruit growing area. From here, we explore deeper into orchard country, on to Donnybrook and into the vast Karri and Marri Forests of the Manjimup region. Then, we visit Saltwater Estate for a delicious high-tea-style lunch. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 5 - Gloucester Tree & Pemberton
Karri Valley Resort
This morning we take a trip to the Cascades in Gloucester National Park. The Lefroy Brook is an impressive sight as it tumbles over the Cascades. We carry on through the National park to view the Gloucester Tree which was once the second highest fire lookout tree in the world; however, it is no longer used for this purpose.
After some free time in Pemberton, we head to Silkwood Estate. Perched lakeside and with panoramic views of the Karri Forest, this is the perfect place to enjoy award winning wines and lunch.
Later we return to Karri Valley Resort to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the property; a canoe trip on the lake or a walk to the falls. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 6 - Karri Valley – Cape Leeuwin – Bunker Bay
Bunker Bay Resort
Today, we head to the most south-westerly point of the Australian mainland, Cape Leeuwin. Here, we will take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse and view the changing colours at the meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans. We travel via Caves Road and take in several of the famous surfing beaches of this region, including Prevelly Beach and Gracetown before arriving in Yallingup. We then visit the Caves House Hotel for lunch, before arriving at Bunker Bay later this afternoon. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 7 - Margaret River Region
Bunker Bay Resort
Today is a day to experience the fare from the South West. First up, we visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company for a self-guided tour. We then make our way to Leeuwin Estate Winery for lunch, where we experience a combination of fine wine, food, art, and music. Enjoy some free time in the Margaret River township before returning to Bunker Bay later in the afternoon. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 8 - Bunker Bay – Fremantle
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
Today, we travel to Busselton on Geographe Bay and walk the famous 1.7-kilometre jetty – the longest in Australia. We travel north through to the port city of Bunbury, where we take in impressive views over the harbour and city. We travel through Australind and on to Mandurah. Here, we stop at the Redmanna Restaurant for lunch and take in the beautiful views of Mandjar Bay.
This afternoon, we head out on the water to explore further, with the chance of spotting dolphins. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 9 - Rottnest Island
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
Early this morning, we depart Fremantle and take a Rottnest Express ferry to Rottnest Island. Here, we experience all that Rottnest has to offer. We’ll take an informative bus tour around the island’s most spectacular locations, with insightful commentary. You might even meet a quokka or two along the way. After lunch, enjoy some free time before setting sail back to Perth via the Swan River. Enjoy a late dinner with your fellow travellers and reminisce about your amazing trip. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 10 - Perth - Farewell
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to the airport or East Perth Rail Terminal if you are joining the Indian Pacific. Meal (B)
Perth - Adelaide
Gems of the South West - Perth to Adelaide
11 night package | 8 day tour + 3 day rail journey
From $5,995pp twin share Save $3,040pp
Day 1 - Your Adventure Begins in Perth
Westin Perth
Upon arrival in Perth at your CBD hotel, you will be met by your Tour Director. From here, we’ll take an informative tour of the city including Kings Park, with the opportunity to take a walk through the Botanical Gardens. Meal (D)
Day 2 - Perth – Karri Valley
Karri Valley Resort
This morning, we travel south and follow the Darling Escarpment. We head to the Northern Jarrah Forest and visit the Forest Discovery Centre in Dwellingup for a history lesson on the forestry industry of WA. We continue on to Harvey, a large dairy and fruit growing area. From here, we explore deeper into orchard country, on to Donnybrook and into the vast Karri and Marri Forests of the Manjimup region. Then, we visit Saltwater Estate for a delicious high-tea-style lunch. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 3 - Gloucester Tree & Pemberton
Karri Valley Resort
This morning we take a trip to the Cascades in Gloucester National Park. The Lefroy Brook is an impressive sight as it tumbles over the Cascades. We carry on through the National park to view the Gloucester Tree which was once the second highest fire lookout tree in the world; however, it is no longer used for this purpose.
After some free time in Pemberton, we head to Silkwood Estate. Perched lakeside and with panoramic views of the Karri Forest, this is the perfect place to enjoy award winning wines and lunch.
Later we return to Karri Valley Resort to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the property; a canoe trip on the lake or a walk to the falls. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 4 - Karri Valley – Cape Leeuwin – Bunker Bay
Bunker Bay Resort
Today, we head to the most south-westerly point of the Australian mainland, Cape Leeuwin. Here, we will take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse and view the changing colours at the meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans. We travel via Caves Road and take in several of the famous surfing beaches of this region, including Prevelly Beach and Gracetown before arriving in Yallingup. We then visit the Caves House Hotel for lunch, before arriving at Bunker Bay later this afternoon. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 5 - Margaret River Region
Bunker Bay Resort
Today is a day to experience the fare from the South West. First up, we visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company for a self-guided tour. We then make our way to Leeuwin Estate Winery for lunch, where we experience a combination of fine wine, food, art, and music. Enjoy some free time in the Margaret River township before returning to Bunker Bay later in the afternoon. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 6 - Bunker Bay – Fremantle
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
Today, we travel to Busselton on Geographe Bay and walk the famous 1.7-kilometre jetty – the longest in Australia. We travel north through to the port city of Bunbury, where we take in impressive views over the harbour and city. We travel through Australind and on to Mandurah. Here, we stop at the Redmanna Restaurant for lunch and take in the beautiful views of Mandjar Bay.
This afternoon, we head out on the water to explore further, with the chance of spotting dolphins. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 7 - Rottnest Island
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
Early this morning, we depart Fremantle and take a Rottnest Express ferry to Rottnest Island. Here, we experience all that Rottnest has to offer. We’ll take an informative bus tour around the island’s most spectacular locations, with insightful commentary. You might even meet a quokka or two along the way. After lunch, enjoy some free time before setting sail back to Perth via the Swan River. Enjoy a late dinner with your fellow travellers and reminisce about your amazing trip. Meals (B.L.D)
Day 8 - Perth - Farewell
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to the airport or East Perth Rail Terminal if you are joining the Indian Pacific. Meal (B)
Perth & Kalgoorlie by rail
A leisurely mid-morning departure from Perth is followed by a regionally-inspired, gourmet lunch with views of the beautiful patchwork hills of the Avon Valley. The soft, green rolling hills slowly give way to the flatter, drier and harsher, but every bit as beautiful, desert plains. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks and socialising with fellow guests before reaching the mining town of Kalgoorlie.
Day 9 Nullarbor Plain
Awake to the spectacular expanse of the Nullarbor Plain to watch the sunrise from the comfort of your cabin and be captivated by the big blue skies and ancient stillness of the desert landscape. Enjoy regionally-inspired modern Australian cuisine for brunch, before alighting at the once vibrant but now deserted town of Cook. Watch the passing landscape before dinner and share stories with friends in the lounge.
Day 10 Adelaide
Arrive in Adelaide in the morning to complete your epic Nullarbor train crossing.
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