Western Australia dominates a third of Australia’s land mass and is surrounded by not one, but two oceans, and a sea. This vast state (bigger than the whole of Western Europe) excels and astounds in and at every turn, from its nature, geography, flora, fauna to the exceptional food and wine, it is the quiet, unspoilt, and stunningly beautiful cousin of the more populated eastern states. It’s a traveller’s delight, from the cosmopolitan south to the rugged and jaw droppingly scenic north.
It would take two lifetimes to really see everything that WA has to offer, but we have put together three fabulous journeys to show you what is possible within a shorter and more realistic travel period. We believe the best way to see Western Australia is road tripping. Our team of Western Australia addicts includes Sue, our Product Director, who spent a season on a 500,000-hectare outback station Northwest of Kalgoorlie. So, it’s fair to say we know everywhere on the map and a few places which are not! This is a destination where first-hand knowledge and expert advice is essential, it’ll give you greater comfort than a kangaroo’s pouch.
Our Guide to Perth and Western Australia – The Ultimate WA Adventure
Perth – Rottnest Island – Margaret River – Pemberton – Perth – Ningaloo
After a few nights exploring the eclectic port city of Fremantle listed in Time Magazine World’s greatest places for 2022, hop on to a ferry to Rottnest Island to explore a pocket of paradise and home to the world’s happiest animal, the adorable quokka.
Your road trip will take you south to Margaret River. Home to a spectacular coastline, endless outdoor activities, award winning restaurants and vineyards aplenty, it’s one of our favourite parts of Western Australia. From here your journey takes you to karri tree country and the Warren National Park, before driving back to Perth to drop your car and spend the night. After a short domestic flight, your final stop will be in the town of Exmouth, the gateway to the Ningaloo Reef and home to one of the most biologically diverse marine environments on Earth. Visit between April and August to have the opportunity to swim with whalesharks.
14 nights from £3,835 per person, including car and bike hire, accommodation, touring, domestic and international flights.
Luxury Perth and Sailing Sojourn
Perth – Ningaloo Reef – Sailing – Perth
Perth is emerging as one of the world’s coolest and most chic oceanfront cities and with the direct flight from London with Qantas Airways, taking less than 17 hours, the Western Gateway to Australia is calling you. Our specialists will talk you through the best things to do in Perth and give you plenty of ideas for your trip. This journey is for those looking to celebrate something special. Encapsulating some of Western Australia’s top hotels, from Perth to Ningaloo reef, a luxury sailing experience and back again, if you’re planning a proposal, an anniversary or big birthday trip, this is a once-in-a-lifetime itinerary. Speak to one of our specialists for information on how and where you can plan your celebration, as well as the option to include a stop in Margaret River or a trip to Rottnest Island.
10 nights from £5,995 per person, including car hire, transfers, accommodation, 3 nights sailing, domestic and international flights.
West Kimberley Encounter
Perth – Kununurra – Kimberley – Broome
Explore Perth’s winding streets, vibrant culture and beautiful waterfront from the comfort of COMO The Treasury, before flying up to Kununurra, where you’ll start your journey into the wilderness, by four-wheel drive, along the famous Gibb River Road to El Questro Homestead. Explore the magnificent scenery in the Kimberley outback for the next four days and enjoy spectacular views of the Bungle Bungle Range on your scenic flight back to Kununurra. A short flight transports you over vast landscapes, to the coastal dunes of Berkeley River Lodge, ending your adventure with some remote rest and relaxation in Broome.
14 nights from £8,450 per person, including car hire, transfers, accommodation, domestic and international flights.
City, Wine and Hidden Beaches
Perth – Margaret River – Denmark & Albany
This journey is for those looking for a relaxed itinerary, with ample time to explore Perth before heading south to kick back on the stunning beaches surrounding Margaret River. With days to explore and a hire car as your trusty steed, this journey allows you to get beyond the town and live like a local. Further south, you’ll experience a remote Western Australia, with a rugged coastline hiding secret beaches and incredible natural rock formations. Towering trees and ancient mountain ranges surround the charming towns of Denmark and Albany, with shops, galleries and restaurants to enjoy.
14 nights from £2,860 per person, including car hire, transfers, accommodation, domestic and international flights.
