Experience the enchanting beauty of Western Australia, immersing you in vibrant wildflowers, iconic landscapes, and unique wildlife encounters. Explore Perth and Fremantle’s highlights, delight in Swan Valley’s wines and chocolates, and marvel at the extraordinary Pinnacles Desert. Discover the picturesque Margaret River region with its gourmet wineries and scenic coastlines, and take in spectacular views from Kings Park’s renowned Wildflower Festival. Uncover Rottnest Island’s history and charm, from pristine beaches to historic tunnels. With guided tours, memorable meals, and unforgettable landscapes, this journey showcases the best of Western Australia’s natural and cultural wonders.
Home pick up and return within the Auckland metropolitan area (if applicable).
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour Leader throughout.
Return economy class airfares Auckland to Perth flying direct with Air New Zealand including all current airline and airport taxes.
Quality hotel accommodation at the Holiday Inn Perth City Centre for 7 nights including 7 x dinners and buffet breakfast daily.
Best of Perth and Fremantle tour.
Full day Swan Valley tour with Wildflower viewing, wildlife park and winery visits.
Full day iconic Pinnacles Desert tour including lunch.
3-day Margaret River Tour including accommodation at Margaret’s Beach Resort for 2 nights, scenic highlights, local wildflower viewing, winery visits, dinners, lunches, breakfasts and wildflower guide.
Special visit to the ‘Wildflowers’ at Kings Park & Botanic Garden Perth, including a guided walking tour.
Full day Rottnest Island Tour including a light lunch.
Travelwise Holidays documentation and travel bag
THU 18 SEP - AUCKLAND/ PERTH
Fly on Air NZ flight direct to Perth departing Auckland at 12.35 pm. Arrive in Perth at 4.00 pm. Holiday Inn Perth City Centre. Stay 4 nights. Included: D
FRI 19 SEP - SWAN VALLEY & WILDFLOWERS
Depart to the picturesque Swan Valley region. Travel through historic Guildford to the Swan Valley, Western Australia’s first wine-growing region. Hand feed kangaroos and see the koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park. Visit the Margaret River Chocolate Factory and sample their delicious chocolates. A visit to Lancaster Wines for wine tasting & then lunch at Swan Valley (own expense) followed by local wildflower sightseeing in the afternoon. This evening enjoy a 2-course dinner at your hotel.
Included: B, D
SAT 20 SEP - BEST OF PERTH & FREMANTLE
Depart for a day of touring both Perth & Fremantle. An orientation of Perth and a visit to Kings Park for a tree-top guided walk. Continue with a visit to one of Perth’s best beaches Cottesloe Beach, before arriving at the historic port town of Fremantle. Free time here then return to the Holiday Inn Perth and spend the afternoon at leisure. Enjoy a Swan River Dinner Cruise this evening. Included: B, D
SUN 21 SEP - Pinnacles Desrt Day tour
Depart to Lancelin fishing village and Lake Thetis where you will view Stromatolites, from the dawn of time. Fish & Chips Lunch at the Lobster Shack and then depart to the Iconic Pinnacles Desert, Nambung National Park. These mystical lime stone pillars make up one of Australia's most unique landscapes. See the Pinnacles from the lookout over the park or take a walk through these amazing spires. If time permits be sure to make a visit to the Pinnacle Desert Discovery Centre to discover even more about these natural wonders.
Stop to view wildflowers throughout the tour whilst they are in season. Varieties include the orange flowering Christmas Tree, Kangaroo Paw, Banksia, Wattle and Everlastings. Included: B, D
MON 22 SEP - PERTH/MARGARET RIVER
Depart for a 3-day tour to the Margaret River region. Travel south through farmland and by coastal towns to Busselton. Visit some wildflower spots in the area and lunch at one of Margaret River’s oldest breweries. Continue south to Mammoth Cave for a guided tour. ‘Stay Margaret River’ hotel 2 nights.. Included: B, L, D
TUE 23 SEP - MARGARET RIVER
This morning head south through Boranup Forest to Augusta. Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the dividing point between the Southern & Indian Oceans. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local Winery and visits to a local chocolate and cheese factory before heading back towards Margaret River. Enjoy a free and easy afternoon depending on location of local wildflowers. Included: B, L, D
WED 24 SEP - MARGARET RIVER/PERTH
This morning depart Margaret River and head towards Donnybrook and Harvey areas to view the wildflowers. Enjoy a light lunch en route and continue north via Mandurah, arriving in Perth late afternoon. Dinner included this evening. Holiday Inn Perth City Centre. Stay 3 nights. Included: B, L, D
THU 25 SEP - ‘WILDFLOWERS’ KINGS PARK
This morning, depart hotel and transfer to nearby Kings Park, home to the annual Wildflower Festival, to view the impressive wildflower displays. Included are spectacular displays of Western Australian wildflowers in bloom both in the botanical gardens and across the park. Enjoy a walking tour around the wildflowers with Kings Park guide. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening freedom dining. Included: B
FRI 26 SEP – ROTTNEST ISLAND DAY TOUR
This morning, transfer from the hotel for your ferry to Rottnest Island. Enjoy the Grand Island Tour which includes all the must-see locations, Captain Hussey return train to Oliver Hill, guided tour of Oliver Hill Guns & Tunnels and a light lunch. Transfer back late afternoon. Included: B, L
SAT 27 SEP – DAY AT LEISURE
Morning at leisure in Perth with a late check out before transferring to Perth Airport. Join your Air New Zealand flight NZ176 direct to Auckland departing at 6.50pm. Included: B
SUN 28 SEP – ARRIVE AUCKLAND
Arrive in Auckland at 6.15am where you will be transferred to your home address or continue with your own homeward arrangements.
Deposit: $500pp
