Turquoise bays and white-sand beaches, emerald-green karri tree canopies and the rust-red outback – give in to the romance and fantasy of Western Australia on this 12-day, 2,480-kilometre, fun-filled adventure. Time your trip for the spectacular displays of wildflowers from October to May to make it even more memorable.
From Perth, saunter south to swim with wild dolphins at Rockingham or Bunbury, before cruising the coast to Busselton – where if water sports don’t draw you in, an ice cream and romantic stroll of the 1.8-kilometre jetty will. Back on dry land, tackle a section of the enigmatic Cape to Cape Track reaching the imposing Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse to witness jaw-dropping coastal scenery, such as cliffs, caves, rock formations, and an ever-changing display of vegetation and wildflowers.
Keep one eye on the coast – you might spot a pod of whales – before hitting the fabulous Margaret River. Swirl world-class chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon among idyllic rolling vineyards. Prefer people-watching to surfing? Look on as locals carve it up, then sink into your own quiet patch of pristine beach.
The towering karri trees and wildflowers of the Southern Forests encompass the foodie delights of Pemberton. Cellar-door tastings reveal stunning cool-climate grape varieties, while restaurants plate up local crayfish and Manjimup’s rare black Perigord truffles.
A stay in Albany provides a historic backdrop to the area’s natural beauty. Hike the hidden treasure that is Fitzgerald River National Park, or feel the invigorating spray of the ocean on a whale watching tour.
Esperance’s coastline is dreamy and dramatic, thanks to the untouched beauty of the Recherche Archipelago. Snap kangaroos lazing on the bone-white sands of Lucky Bay, fish, snorkel, swim and hike. Find your own little piece of heaven.
As the ocean gives way to the outback acquaint yourself with Kalgoorlie’s glittering gold-rush past and present, before marvelling at the remarkable Wave Rock near Hyden on your return to Perth.
From Perth, saunter south to swim with wild dolphins at Rockingham or Bunbury, before cruising the coast to Busselton – where if water sports don’t draw you in, an ice cream and romantic stroll of the 1.8-kilometre jetty will. Back on dry land, tackle a section of the enigmatic Cape to Cape Track reaching the imposing Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse to witness jaw-dropping coastal scenery, such as cliffs, caves, rock formations, and an ever-changing display of vegetation and wildflowers.
Keep one eye on the coast – you might spot a pod of whales – before hitting the fabulous Margaret River. Swirl world-class chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon among idyllic rolling vineyards. Prefer people-watching to surfing? Look on as locals carve it up, then sink into your own quiet patch of pristine beach.
The towering karri trees and wildflowers of the Southern Forests encompass the foodie delights of Pemberton. Cellar-door tastings reveal stunning cool-climate grape varieties, while restaurants plate up local crayfish and Manjimup’s rare black Perigord truffles.
A stay in Albany provides a historic backdrop to the area’s natural beauty. Hike the hidden treasure that is Fitzgerald River National Park, or feel the invigorating spray of the ocean on a whale watching tour.
Esperance’s coastline is dreamy and dramatic, thanks to the untouched beauty of the Recherche Archipelago. Snap kangaroos lazing on the bone-white sands of Lucky Bay, fish, snorkel, swim and hike. Find your own little piece of heaven.
As the ocean gives way to the outback acquaint yourself with Kalgoorlie’s glittering gold-rush past and present, before marvelling at the remarkable Wave Rock near Hyden on your return to Perth.