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Best of SOUTH WEST Western Australia

Perth to Perth: 8 days / 7 nights

Fully Escorted Quality Touring
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HIGHLIGHTS:
* Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
* Sample wines and enjoy lunch at Palandri Winery
* See the enormous Gloucester Tree
* Visit the Forest Heritage Centre
* Explore the Valley of the Giants canopy from the Tree Tops Walk
* Tour historic Albany and Whaleworld
* Cape Le Grand National Park
* See beautiful wildflowers (seasonal August to November)
* Explore the Mining Hall of Fame and Royal Flying Doctor Service in Kalgoorlie
* Marvel at spectacular Wave Rock
* Tour Fremantle - a well preserved 19th century port town
* Join a walking heritage tour of Fremantle
* Cruise the scenic Swan River to Perth
* Many included meals + complimentary airport transfers

Coastal wildflowers, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park © Tourism WA

Departures:
2008:
20 Jan**
17 Feb
09 Mar
18 May**
22 June
03 Aug, 10 Aug**, 24 Aug, 27 Aug, 31 Aug
07 Sep**, 09 Sep, 14 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep**, 28 Sep
02 Oct, 05 Oct**, 07 Oct, 12 Oct, 16 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct**
09 Nov		 2009:
04 Jan, 25 Jan
22 Feb
15 Mar
17 May**
21 June
02 Aug, 09 Aug**, 23 Aug, 30 Aug
06 Sep**, 08 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep**, 27 Sep
04 Oct, 06 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct**
08 Nov

** = Guaranteed Departures
Departures Aug - Nov operate during the wildflower season; there may be some itinerary modifications during this period
 

ITINERARY: Perth to Perth ('Best of South West WA')

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This escorted holiday has been meticulously planned and incorporates superior accommodation, unique sightseeing experiences, many meals and the services of a professional Tour Director and Tour Driver. It offers unrivalled value for money plus optional sightseeing opportunities at extra cost to allow you to tailor your own holiday experience.
 
Day 1: Perth – Margaret River  Depart Perth at 8.00am. 
This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest of Dwellingup. Travel south through Busselton, a popular holiday resort on the shores of Geographe Bay with the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave, home to ancient fossil remains of extinct animals. Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia's premier wine growing regions. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Accommodation: All Seasons Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights (D)		 Busselton Jetty has its own train © Tourism WA

Day 2: Margaret River area
Taling a walk along a beach in Hamelin Bay © Tourism WA This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later, enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Palandri Winery. 
This afternoon there is time to explore Margaret River including the ever-popular Margaret River Chocolate Factory. (BL)

Day 3: Margaret River - Albany
Treetop Walk © Tourism WA
View the enormous Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the world. Journey through the spectacular Valley of the Giants with its huge Tingle and Karri trees. Enjoy a walk along the Tree Top Walk exploring the canopy of the magnificent tingle forest. Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap, then visit the Whaleworld Museum for a fascinating insight into the region's seafaring past.
Accommodation: Comfort Inn, Albany. (BD) 

Day 4: Albany - Esperance 
This morning visit the Anzac Memorial and enjoy the panoramic views. Travel to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges. Continue to Esperance and see the locally famous Pink Lake this afternoon. 
Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. (BD) 

Exchange Hotel, Kalgoorlie © Tourism WADay 5: Cape Le Grand – Kalgoorlie
 This morning travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views. Travel north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for an amazing view of Australia's largest open cut gold mine in operation. An orientation tour of this historic gold mining town will reveal unique turn of the century buildings, including the Exchange Hotel, Western Australia's most photographed pub.
Accommodation: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights. (BD)

Day 6: Kalgoorlie
Spend time this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame. Try panning for gold, witness gold bullion being poured and go underground for a tour of the Mining Reserve. Travel deep below the earth's surface to see how early pioneers searched for gold. Later, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work of this great Australian icon. This afternoon explore this gold town at leisure. You may like to visit the Museum of the Goldfields and ride the lift to the mine headframe viewing platform for sweeping views of the city. (B)

Wave Rock © Scott RossDay 7: Wave Rock
Travel to the ghost town of Coolgardie. Admire Wave Rock, a spectacular rock formation resembling a gigantic wave. Visit a wildflower display where there will be an opportunity to purchase dried wildflowers. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic inland town, then on to Fremantle. 
Accommodation: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. (BD) 

Day 8: Fremantle – Perth
Explore the Fremantle markets or visit the busy traditional fishing boat harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour of Fremantle's major landmarks including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the Dreaming trail of the area. This afternoon cruise along the Swan River to Perth. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting whilst the Captain points out the sights. Arrive in Perth this afternoon at approximately 5.00pm. You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight (flights to depart after 7.00pm). (B)
 
Some tours depart on a different day of the week than the one indicated in the itinerary.
 

INCLUDED IN YOUR Best of South West WA COACH TOUR - Perth to Perth circle
Transportation. Tour by luxury coach, air-conditioned, 2-door access, restroom equipped, reclining seats with seatbelts and large panoramic tinted windows
Professionally Escorted. Discover Queensland with your experienced professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
Accommodation. Rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels, on a Twin Share basis
Dining Inclusions - as shown in itinerary
• Full Buffet Breakfasts  • Lunch   • Dinner		 Map of Best of South West WA coach tour - Perth to Perth
Plus
• Welcome Drink
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers included (subject to flight timings)
• Hotel porterage included

Air fares are NOT included
 
WEATHER
Perth - with its Mediterranean climate is the perfect sunny Australian capital city, averaging eight hours of sunshine a day, year round. It has four seasons, with average temperatures of around 30º Celsius in summer and around 18º Celsius in winter. January to March are usually the hottest months, with temperatures sometimes rising to 40º Celsius at this time. However, the heat is dry and the 'Fremantle Doctor' - a refreshing south westerly ocean breeze - can be relied upon to bring mid-afternoon relief. 
 
PRICES: Best of South West WA coach tour
Per person per tour		 Until 31 March 2009 From 1 April 2009 Truly
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Twin Share Single** Triple Share Twin Share Single** Triple Share
8 days/7 nights Perth to Perth A$2344 A$2758 A$2226 A$2458 A$2871 A$2339 1419
** A same gender room share can be requested to save paying the single room supplement (all room shares will be in non-smoking rooms)
Reductions for children 15 years and under and sharing a room with 2 adults are available on request
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NOTE: Except for '** Guaranteed Departures', our local Australian coach operator partner reserves the right to cancel a tour up to 42 days before departure and offer an alternative tour or your money back.  Please bear this in mind if you are organising complex touring arrangements within Australia.  The itinerary may also be subject to change without notice.  
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