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Highlights of Western Australia

Perth to Perth: 15 days / 14 nights

Fully Escorted Quality Touring
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HIGHLIGHTS:
* Share the Dreaming – Visit Balga Mia Aboriginal Camp and enjoy a didgeridoo and dance performance in Yanchep National Park
* Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
* Sample local wines at Palandri Winery
* See ancient stromatolites at Hamelin Pool
* Explore the Valley of the Giants canopy from the Tree Tops Walk
* Tour historic Albany and Whaleworld
* Explore the Mining Hall of Fame and Royal Flying Doctor Service in Kalgoorlie
* Marvel at Wave Rock
* Enjoy a walking heritage tour of Fremantle
* See beautiful wildflowers (seasonal August to November)
* Discover Kalbarri National Park
* Cruise the scenic Swan River to Perth
* See the dolphins at Monkey Mia
* Explore the mystical Pinnacles
* Many included meals + complimentary airport transfers

See some of the spectacular South West WA beaches © Tourism WA

Departures:
2008:
19 Jan**
16 Feb
08 Mar
17 May** 
21 June
02 Aug, 09 Aug**, 26 Aug, 30 Aug
06 Sep**, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 20 Sep**, 27 Sep
01 Oct, 04 Oct**, 11 Oct, 15 Oct, 25 Oct** 
08 Nov		 2009:
03 Jan, 24 Jan
21 Feb
14 Mar
16 May** 
20 June
01 Aug, 08 Aug**, 29 Aug
05 Sep**, 12 Sep, 19 Sep**, 26 Sep
03 Oct**, 10 Oct, 24 Oct** 
07 Nov

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

ITINERARY: Perth to Perth ('Highlights of WA')

Truly Ref. 1420
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: Arrive Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm). Enjoy a city tour of Perth including beautiful Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions.
Accommodation: Travelodge Perth Hotel, Perth. (D)

Day 2: Margaret River
This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest of Dwellingup. Discover the eleven metre forest canopy viewing platform and a series of walkways. Travel south through Busselton, a popular holiday resort. Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave, home to ancient fossil remains of extinct animals.
A huge Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the world © Tourism WA Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia's premier wine growing regions. Enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions.
Accommodation: All Seasons Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights (BD)

Day 3: Margaret River
This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, situated at the most southern westerly tip of Australia. Later enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Palandri Winery. This afternoon there is time to explore Margaret River, including the ever-popular Chocolate Factory (BL)

Day 4: Margaret River - Albany
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 5: 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. 
Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. (BD) 

Day 6: 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. An orientation tour of this historic gold mining town will reveal unique turn of the century buildings including the renowned Exchange Hotel. 
Accommodation: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights. (BD) 

Day 7: Kalgoorlie
Spend 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. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work of this great Australian icon. There is the opportunity this afternoon to explore this gold town at leisure. (B)
 
Day 8: Wave Rock 
Travel to the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated following new ore discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock. This striking rock formation, resembling a gigantic wave, was formed from granite over three million years ago. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic inland town, before travelling on to Fremantle. A city rich in heritage buildings and attractions, Fremantle has been recognised as the best preserved example of a 19th century port streetscape in the world.
Accommodation: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. (BD) 

Day 9: Fremantle – Perth 
Time this morning is at leisure to explore the Fremantle markets and busy harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the Dreaming Trail of the area. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Swan River to Perth.
Accommodation: Travelodge Perth Hotel, Perth. (B) 
 
Day 10: Perth - Geraldton 
Travel to New Norcia, a small settlement revolving around the Benedictine Monastery, where you will visit the Museum and Art Gallery. Then visit a wildflower farm with a unique collection of flowers, before continuing on to Geraldton. 
Accommodation: All Seasons, Geraldton. (BD) 

Day 11: Kalbarri National Park
Venture to Kalbarri National Park to view the spectacular scenery of Murchison River Gorge from the vantage point of Hawks Head Lookout. Visit Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of shells up to ten metres deep. Visit Red Bluff Lookout, before continuing to the crystal blue waters and the pristine white shell and sandy beaches of Monkey Mia.
Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. (BD) 
See wild dolphins at Monkey Mia © Tourism WA Day 12: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore. (Note: as dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional sailing cruise to spot dugong and dolphins. (B) 
Day 13: Monkey Mia – Geraldton
Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on earth. Continue south along the North West Coastal Highway to Geraldton, in the heart of what is known locally as the Batavia Coast.
Accommodation: All Seasons, Geraldton. (BD) 
 
Day 14: The Pinnacles – Perth 
Today travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles, formed by calcified limestone thousands of years ago. Heading south to Yanchep National Park, you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Meet Aboriginal guides who will share with you their way of life in a traditional community and will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didgeridoo and dancing. Continue to Perth this afternoon. 
Accommodation: Travelodge Perth Hotel, Perth. (BD) 

Day 15: Depart Perth 
You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight (flights to depart any time).  (B)

This itinerary is effectively a combination of 2 shorter tours:
8 days 'Best of South West WA'  5 days 'Monkey Mia Dolphin Experience'
 

INCLUDED IN YOUR Highlights of WA COACH TOUR - Perth to Perth
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
Plus
• Welcome Drink
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers included (subject to flight timings)
• Hotel porterage included		 Map of Highlights of WA coach tour - Perth to Perth


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: Highlights of WA coach tour
Per person per tour		 Until 31 March 2009 From 1 April 2009 Truly
Ref
Twin Share Single** Triple Share Twin Share Single** Triple Share
15 days/14 nights Perth to Perth A$3584 A$4594 A$3465 A$3757 A$4677 A$3578 1420
** 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 modification without notice.  
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