Itinerary
Day 1 Sat: Arrive Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Perth
including beautiful Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River.
Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions.
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Perth. 
Day 2 Sun: Margaret River
This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest of
Dwellingup. Travel south to Busselton for a ride on the unique 'Over the Sea' train and
see colourful coral and fish at the Underwater Observatory. Continue to Margaret River,
one of Australia's premier wine growing regions.
Accommodation: Emerald Colonial Lodge, Margaret River, 2 nights. (B)
Day 3 Mon: Margaret River
This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and
see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later, enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Voyager
Estate. This afternoon there is time to explore Margaret River. (BL)
Day 4 Tue: Margaret River - Albany
View the enormous 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. Enjoy a
walk along the Tree Top Walk exploring the canopy of the magnificent tingle forest.
Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap, then visit
the Whaleworld Museum for a fascinating insight into the region's seafaring past.
Accommodation: The Esplanade Hotel, Albany. (B)
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.
Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. (B)
Day 6 Thu: Cape Le Grand – Kalgoorlie
This morning travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views. 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.
Accommodation: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights. (B)
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 great Australian icon. There is
the opportunity this afternoon to explore this gold town at leisure. (B)
Day 8 Sat: Wave Rock
Travel to the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated following new ore
discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic
inland town, before travelling on to the port of Fremantle.
Accommodation: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. (B)
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 of Fremantle 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.
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Perth. (B)
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.
Accommodation: Mercure Inn, Geraldton. (B)
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 Red Bluff Lookout, before
continuing to Monkey Mia.
Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. (B)
Day 12 Wed: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore. (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. (B)
Day 13 Thu: Shell Beach – Geraldton
Visit Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of shells up to
ten metres deep. 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.
Accommodation: Mercure Inn, Geraldton. (B)
Day 14 Fri: The Pinnacles – Perth
Today travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles.
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 and dancing. Continue to Perth this afternoon.
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Perth. (B)
Day 15 Sat: Depart Perth
You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)
Aboriginal Cultural Experiences
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