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18-day Perth & Southwest Wildflowers    
18 Days - Departing Friday, 9 October 2026

 
 
Tour Costs:
Twin Share $6980p.p.   Travel Club $6631p.p.  Single Supplement $1480
DEPOSIT:  $566p.p. Balance due 01/09/26
 
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
 
Kalgoorlie, Whale World, Tree Top Walk, Tram Ride, Margaret River, Fremantle, Kings Park, Pinnacles, Western Wildflower Farm
 



   


 
Day 1                           ADELAIDE ~ CEDUNA      D
Your chauffeured car will pick you up from your home in the metropolitan area and deliver you to our Depot at 101 Muller Rd Hampstead Gardens for our 7.30am departure. We travel via Port Augusta to Kimba for lunch and then continue to Ceduna for the night.
Overnight: Foreshore Hotel Motel - Ceduna 08 8625 2008
 
Please note Western Australian Quarantine Rules:   No fruit (including dried fruit), vegetables, nuts,
 honey or seeds are allowed to be carried into WA.  These must be eaten or disposed of by the time we
reach Nullarbor Roadhouse on Day 2.
 
Day 2             CEDUNA ~ COCKLEBIDDY       BD
This morning, we travel through Penong, the town of 100 windmills, before crossing the Dog Fence, then onto the Head of the Bight.  Here we view the magnificent panorama of the cliffs, we journey through Border Village, Eucla, Madura and then on to Cocklebiddy.
Overnight:  Cocklebiddy's Wedgetail Inn
 
Day 3      COCKLEBIDDY ~ ESPERANCE       BD
We pack the coach and make our way to Baladonia for a break before reaching Norseman for lunch. This afternoon we continue onto Esperance where we will have a look around with a scenic drive on the Great Ocean Drive. We will see the Pink Lake, Observatory Point and Lookout, Twilight Beach, Salmon Beach, Australia’s first wind farm, Rotary Lookout, and the Archipelago of Recherche.  Esperance will be our home for the next 2 nights.
Overnight: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles 08 9071 9000
 
 
 Day 4                 ESPERANCE              BD
This morning we visit Stonehenge, the world’s only full-size replica of 2500 tonnes (2755 tons) of local pink granite, which was created as a quirky attraction on a cattle property. We then travel to the pristine Cape Le Grand National Park and experience the iconic Lucky Bay with its famed kangaroos and pristine beach, known for Australia’s whitest sand. Drop by Hellfire Bay and Thistle Cove, to hear the Whistling Rock. We make our way back to Esperance for lunch before traveling to Esperance Bird and Animal Park to Cuddle cute rabbits, hand-feed alpacas, pat the hairy Highland cattle, or marvel at the reptiles before returning to the motel with time to freshen up before dinner
             
Day 5                   ESPERANCE –ALBANY                                       BD
Our touring continues as we make our way to Yongergnow Mallee fowl Centre. The Yongergnow Sanctuary, which was established in 2014, covers approximately 5ha of native bush, and is surrounded by a state of the art vermin-proof fence.  It provides protection to Mallee fowl aviaries and Mallee fowl chick raising pens. We have time to look around and have lunch. We then pass through the Rugged Stirling Ranges with time to stop at The Bluff Knoll before pressing on to Albany and check in to the motel, home for the next 2 nights.
Overnight: Dog Rock Motel - Albany 08 9845 7200
 
Day 6         ALBANY                               BD
An easier day today we travel out to Torndirrup National Park and view the Natural Bridge and the Gap. We visit Whale World and take an interactive journey through the site of the last operating Whaling Station in Australia, supported by a series of audio-visual displays, artefacts and whaling history.  While we are here, we also look at and to explore the Australian Wildlife and Botanic Gardens. Returning to Albany and taking in the Anzac Memorial visit to the Desert Mounted Corps Memorial at Mount Clarence, a tribute to the Anzacs, then the National Anzac Centre. Learn stories of those who served our country, many departing from the Port of Albany to conflict in Gallipoli, the Middle East and the Western Front.
 
Day 7                             ALBANY – PEMBERTON -BUSSELTON                 BD
Packing the coach this morning we travel through Denmark into the “Valley of the Giants”. The Wilderness Discovery Centre, a state-of-the-art interpretative centre is situated at the Valley of the Giants. We also do the famous Tree Top Walk at Walpole before continuing onto Pemberton. We stop at the Pemberton Tramway discovery centre and have a look at the Gloucester tree before boarding the tram for a ride through the forest, travelling along the forest floor and winding through the Giant Karri and Marri Trees. Boarding the coach, we make our way to Busselton.
Overnight: 2 NIGHTS Abbey Beach Resort 08 9755 4600  
 
Day 8     BUSSELTON – AUGUSTA - BUSSELTON      BD
Today we travel along the Busselton Highway to Cape Leeuwin where the waters of the Indian and Southern Ocean meet and see the fossilized water wheel. We then head for Margaret River with time to browse the shops and grab a bite to eat. We have time to visit the Margaret River Dairy Company for some yoghurt and cheese tasting and for the chocoholics we take time out at the Margaret River Chocolate factory before traveling to Busselton.
 
Day 9                            BUSSELTON - PERTH                      BD
We take time out this morning to visit the Busselton Jetty. It is the second longest wooden jetty in the world at 1841 meters long. Our Underwater Observatory tour starts with a relaxing train ride on the Stocker Preston Express along the length of the Jetty with 360-degree views across the Indian Ocean. One of our friendly tour guides will greet you at the end of the Jetty to guide you through the Underwater Observatory. We then make our way to Mandurah for a lunch break. After lunch we take a cruise on Mandurah’s famous canals which are the perfect backdrop for dolphin spotting, bird watching and learning more about our unique and precious marine environment. Time to board the coach and make our way into Perth for our next 4 nights’ accommodation.
Overnight: Perth ~ Quality Ambassador Perth 08 9325 1455
 
Day 10              PERTH – PINACLES - MOORA – PERTH        BD
We have a big day today as we leave Perth and travel to the Pinnacles. These incredible limestone spiers rising eerily out of the sand some several metres, are regarded as one of Australia's most unique landscapes. A scenic drive and walk trail let you to get up close to the Pinnacles and enjoy the amazing lookout over the Nambung National Park. We then board the coach and travel to Moora and visit the Western Wildflower Farm to see, smell and touch the flowers. See the fields of wildflowers, drying product in the shed and enjoy the novel displays. We then make our way back to Perth.
 
Day 11                  PERTH CITY SIGHTS         B
This morning, we will visit the Perth Mint where we will see gold pouring demonstrations, Gold Nuggets and coin exhibits. Kings Park is our next stop, with its beautiful Flower beds and scenic lookouts. This afternoon we visit WA Maritime Museum. Perched on the edge of the Indian Ocean, the WA Maritime Museum is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port. See the significant historic objects and vessels that highlight WA’s sporting, sailing and adventure heritage Time to make our way back to the motel for a well-earned rest.
 
Day 12                             PERTH FREE DAY         B
Today you are free to do as you wish with plenty of options available to you.
 
Day 13                                                    PERTH – HYDEN                                                               BD
Departing the city we to Hyden where we view Wave Rock, 2.7 million years old and up to 15 meters high and view the Hippo’s Yawn. We also enjoy the Old Lace Collection We also enjoy the Lazy D Wildflower Farm before arriving at the motel.  Overnight: Hyden Hotel Motel 08 9880 5052
 
Day 14                   HYDEN – KALGOORLIE        BD
We say farewell Hyden and make our way to Meridan for our lunch stop. After lunch we continue to Kalgoorlie via Southern Cross before checking into our motel.
 Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn 08 9021 1237
 
Day 15                   KALGOORLIE – NORSEMAN                   BD
This morning we make our way to the Hannan’s tourist Mine tour where you will experience a vibrant mix of gold rush history and modern-day mining in and around Kalgoorlie, we also show you some points of interest, including historic Hannan & Burt Street, The Super Pit, Mount Charlotte Lookout and Hay Streets infamous “Red light district”. We also visit the Museum of the Goldfields, Explore the largest display of the State’s collection of gold bars and nuggets, step back in time to see how prospectors searched for this precious metal, and learn about the life and hardships faced by mining families during the early 1900 After lunch we travel to Norseman for a drive around town before checking into the motel. Overnight: Eyre Motel 08 9039 1130
 
Day 16          NORSEMAN – BORDER VILLAGE       BD
Leaving Norseman, we follow the Eyre Highway through to Border Village for our overnight stop
Overnight: Border Village 08 9039 3474
 
Day 17            BORDER VILLAGE – CEDUNA        BD
We travelled on the Nullarbor Plain stopping at the Nullarbor Roadhouse for our lunch before continuing to Penong for a comfort stop before arriving at Ceduna Bay for our last nights’ accommodation
Overnight: Foreshore Hotel Motel - Ceduna 08 8625 2008
 
Day 18               CEDUNA – ADELAIDE        BD
Today we depart Streaky Bay and re-join the Highway at Poochera and make our way to Adelaide with comfort stop along the way arriving in Adelaide at approx. 6.00pm where our cars will be waiting to take us home.