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Best of Perth, Margaret River & Rottnest Island

Best of Perth, Margaret River & Rottnest Island

From $ 2,540 AUD

Description

Explore some of Perth’s natural highlights in just five days with a trip that takes you from Fremantle through the Margaret River region and across Western Australia’s capital city. Try to grab a quick quokka selfie on your daytrip to Rottnest Island, see the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere in Busselton and swim at Meelup Beach. Visit a winery and gin producer local to the Margaret River region, watch a didgeridoo performance inside Ngilgi Cave in Yallingup and learn about Western Australia’s rich First Nations culture. With an Intrepid leader by your side, you can get closer to some of Australia’s favourite places, no matter how much time you have.

Trip Name
Best of Perth, Margaret River & Rottnest Island
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
5
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Explore the beachy Margaret River region with wine and gin tastings – maybe even taste some delicious nougat on your visit to a local winery that produces the chewy treat.
  • Swim in the sunshine at Meelup Beach and then visit Sugarloaf Rock – the distinctive granite rock peak jutting from the ocean within scenic Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.
  • Discover the limestone Ngilgi Cave on a guided tour. Set off on a bushwalk, watch a didgeridoo performance and learn some local history from the Wadandi First Nations people.
  • Take a daytrip to Rottnest Island – home to ‘the world’s friendliest animals’, the quokkas! Maybe go snorkelling, dive into the clear waters or relax on this little slice of paradise off the coast.
  • See some of the best of Western Australia with curated included activities and limited free time. Make the most of your trip and directly support Greening Australia – an Intrepid Foundation partner working to tackle complex environmental challenges.

Itinerary

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk., ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL EXPERIENCES & COMMUNITIES First Nations people have complex community obligations, and at times activities or experiences may be cancelled at late notice due to cultural commitments. In the case that we are unable to include planned activities with First Nations communities, we will endeavour to find a suitable alternative in the same or another destination on your trip.

Day 1 - Fremantle
Welcome to Fremantle! (Or Walyalup in the language of the local Whadjuk Noongar people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Fremantle and Perth are now located.) Your adventure starts on the west coast of the Australian mainland with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe visit the Maritime Museum or wander through the Fremantle Markets. After your meeting, get to know your new fellow travellers and your leader (and get excited about the journey ahead) during dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Day 2 - Fremantle
This morning, you’ll take the scenic boat ride to Rottnest Island – a little white-sand paradise off the coast. Maybe grab a coffee, then, as is customary here, try to grab a quick quokka selfie – these little marsupials have earned the title of ‘world’s friendliest animals’ and are usually happy around people! Your leader will guide you across the island on a hop on hop off vehicle that’s always rotating around the island. You have most of the day free here to enjoy the many swimming bays, beaches and snorkelling spots around the island. Take the afternoon ferry back to Fremantle later today.
Day 3 - Margaret River
This morning, drive to Margaret River, with a few stops along the way. First, you’ll have the chance to grab some lunch in Busselton – home to the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. Stretch your legs and explore the lovely foreshore before continuing the scenic coastal drive, stopping at Meelup Beach, Cape Naturaliste and Sugarloaf Rock. Have your swimsuit ready at Meelup Beach – this is a beautiful spot for a quick dip. Take in the white sand and clear waters and relax in the shady, grassy areas before making your way to Cape Naturaliste and Sugarloaf Rock – a granite rock that juts out from the Indian Ocean near the mainland in Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. Here, you’ll walk to the lookout point and have time for photos. Tonight, stay in Margaret River and maybe stroll down the main street before dinner.
Day 4 - Margaret River
Head towards the coast this morning for breakfast at a beachside cafe overlooking the Indian Ocean surf. Then, set off on a beach walk to where the Margaret River empties into the ocean. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant – then this afternoon is all about local produce! First, stop for a chocolate tasting at a local producer. Next, head to a winery for a tasting session of their range of fully estate-grown wines where you can also taste some freshly made nougat. Then cap it all off with a gin tasting at a nearby distillery. Tonight, maybe keep the fun going with dinner at a local pub.
Day 5 - Perth
This morning, drive to Yallingup – a hub of beaches and limestone caves. When you arrive, journey into Ngilgi Cave on a bushwalk with a local Aboriginal guide and learn how to identify traditional plants, foods and medicines and how they are linked to the six Nyoongar seasons. Then, head into the cave and watch a captivating didgeridoo performance, amplified by the superb acoustics. Discover the tools and cultural artefacts used by the Wadandi people in their everyday life and listen to stories about their history and culture. Then head back to Perth. Along the way, visit Lake Clifton – known for its thrombolites (rock-like structures) built by micro-organisms that live in the lake. When you arrive in Perth, your leader will take you to Kings Park for panoramic views. Your trip then comes to an end with a drop-off at your centrally located hotel. If you’d like to extend your stay, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
17-03-202621-03-2026AUD $ 2,920-
21-04-202625-04-2026AUD $ 3,130-
05-05-202609-05-2026AUD $ 2,890-
09-06-202613-06-2026AUD $ 2,730-
18-08-202622-08-2026AUD $ 2,540-
01-09-202605-09-2026AUD $ 2,695-
22-09-202626-09-2026AUD $ 2,795-
13-10-202617-10-2026AUD $ 2,880-
27-10-202631-10-2026AUD $ 2,895-
24-11-202628-11-2026AUD $ 2,895-
08-12-202612-12-2026AUD $ 2,895-
05-01-202709-01-2027AUD $ 2,875-
19-01-202723-01-2027AUD $ 2,875-
02-02-202706-02-2027AUD $ 2,875-
16-02-202720-02-2027AUD $ 2,875-
02-03-202706-03-2027AUD $ 2,770-
16-03-202720-03-2027AUD $ 2,770-
30-03-202703-04-2027AUD $ 2,770-
20-04-202724-04-2027AUD $ 2,910-
04-05-202708-05-2027AUD $ 2,910-
18-05-202722-05-2027AUD $ 2,800-
08-06-202712-06-2027AUD $ 2,800-
17-08-202721-08-2027AUD $ 2,800-
31-08-202704-09-2027AUD $ 2,800-
21-09-202725-09-2027AUD $ 2,800-
12-10-202716-10-2027AUD $ 2,910-
26-10-202730-10-2027AUD $ 3,020-
23-11-202727-11-2027AUD $ 3,020-
07-12-202711-12-2027AUD $ 3,020-

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights)

Transport

Private Vehicle, Ferry, Shuttle Bus

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