4-Day South West Getaway

Day 1 | Perth to Albany

As we travel south towards Albany and the South Coast, we encounter the Stirling Ranges which is one of the only major mountain ranges in the southern half of Western Australia. We continue through the Porongorups and stop for a winery lunch with included wine tasting. We travel south to Mount Clarence and the ANZAC Memorial Centre in Albany. Immerse yourself in the ANZAC legend while taking a self-guided tour. Enjoy a scenic drive along the rugged coastline with an early evening check-in at your accommodation. Accommodation: Dog Rock Hotel, Albany or similar. (LD)

Day 2 | Albany to Pemberton region

After breakfast, enjoy coastal sightseeing, visiting The Gap and Natural Bridge. Next, we head to the famous Whaleworld Interpretation Centre for a quick self guided tour. Travelling west to the coastal resort town of Walpole, we join our local guide for a luncheon cruise on the Nornalup Inlet, widely regarded as one of the last great wilderness areas. Next stop is the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk which reaches 40 metres high into the forest canopy. Afterwards head northwest to the Pemberton region for check-in at your accommodation. Accommodation: Karri Valley Resort, Pemberton or similar. (BLD)

Day 3 | Pemberton region to Margaret River Wine Region

Early morning, take a short stroll to the majestic Beedelup Falls. Travelling north through the stunning Blackwood Forest we arrive at Augusta. Here we visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse where the Indian and Great Southern Oceans meet. After lunch we travel through Boranup Forest to Mammoth Cave for a guided tour of the large limestone cave, before driving into the township of Margaret River where you will have some free time to visit the quaint shops on the main street. We then pay a visit to Busselton Jetty, the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere, before a late afternoon check-in at your accommodation allowing free time to experience the local surroundings. Accommodation: Abbey Beach Resort, Busselton or similar. (BLD)

Day 4 | Margaret River to Perth

After breakfast, we travel to the quaint town of Cowaramup, famous for its numerous cow statues.  We explore local chocolate and gourmet produce factories (time permitting) to enjoy some of their delicious samples and then sample some of the delicious locally produced wine. We then stop for a delicious lunch, and beer and cider tastings at a local brewery. Following lunch, we head to the dramatic coast at Canal Rocks, a beautiful granite outcrop where the ocean has created natural canals. A leisurely drive back to Perth arriving early evening. (BL)