Unforgettable Journey Highlights

• Connect with Country through an immersive Aboriginal cultural experience with Koomal Dreaming.
• 🍷 Taste Margaret River’s celebrated wines and enjoy a scenic dinner beside the Indian Ocean.
• 🌳 Walk among ancient tingle trees in the majestic Valley of the Giants.
• 🦘 Explore Cape Le Grand National Park, home to friendly kangaroos, white-sand beaches, and turquoise bays.
• 🌅 Cross the legendary Nullarbor, discovering remote roadhouses and endless outback horizons.
• Take in the dramatic Bunda Cliffs overlooking the Great Australian Bight.
• 🌱 Give back to the environment through hands-on conservation at Barossa Bushgardens.

Premium Inclusions

• 10 nights of comfortable twin-share accommodation
• Delicious meals as specified in the itinerary
• All national park entry fees and guided activities (unless marked as optional)
• Travel in a modern, air-conditioned minibus (maximum 15 guests)

Your Epic 11-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Perth to Margaret River via Coastal Wonders

Depart Perth at 8:00 am to meet your Storyteller Guide and fellow travellers. Head south to Busselton to admire the iconic Busselton Jetty stretching 1.8 kilometres into Geographe Bay. Enjoy sweeping coastal views or choose the optional Underwater Observatory Tour. Continue to Margaret River to settle into Margarets In Town Apartments for a two-night stay, with free time to explore local boutiques and cafes.

Accommodation: Margarets In Town Apartments (2 nights)
Meals: None
Distance: Approx. 300 km

Day 2: Cultural Connections & Margaret River Wine Tasting

Experience the region’s deep heritage with Koomal Dreaming on an authentic Aboriginal cultural experience led by a Traditional Custodian. After free time for lunch, sample world-class regional wines at two boutique cellar doors. Conclude the day at the Margaret River mouth, sharing a relaxed dinner of local produce and fine wine as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: Margarets In Town Apartments
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Distance: Approx. 150 km

Day 3: Giant Forests & Rugged Southern Coastlines

Travel through the towering forests of Pemberton and Walpole. Walk beneath ancient red tingle trees on the Ancient Empire walk in the Valley of the Giants, or choose the optional elevated Tree Top Walk. Explore the charming town of Denmark before witnessing the raw power of the Southern Ocean at The Gap and Natural Bridge in Torndirrup National Park. Finish with panoramic views from Mount Clarence.

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Albany (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 425 km

Day 4: Albany History & The Journey Eastward

Discover Australia’s wartime heritage at the National Anzac Centre overlooking King George Sound. Journey east through the vast agricultural landscapes of the Great Southern, stopping at regional communities like Jerramungup and Ravensthorpe. Arrive in the beautiful coastal town of Esperance and settle into your accommodation.

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles (or similar, 2 nights)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 490 km

Day 5: Cape Le Grand National Park & Local Brews

Spend a full day exploring the breathtaking Cape Le Grand National Park. Walk along the pristine white sands of Lucky Bay and look out for the famous beach-loving kangaroos. Enjoy a relaxed, freshly prepared lunch at Hellfire Bay. In the afternoon, head to Lucky Bay Brewing for a tasting flight of locally crafted beers.

Accommodation: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance: Approx. 140 km

Day 6: Esperance Coast to Fraser Range Outback Station

Take a final scenic drive along Esperance’s Great Ocean Drive before heading inland towards Norseman. Learn about the gold-mining history of the region and enter the Great Western Woodlands. Arrive at Fraser Range Station to experience authentic outback hospitality and spend the night in a private ensuite room.

Accommodation: Fraser Range Station – Private Ensuite Room
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 350 km

Day 7: Crossing the Legendary Nullarbor Plain

Embark on the ultimate Australian road trip across the vast Nullarbor. Stop at Balladonia to explore its unique space-age history, then travel along the famous 90 Mile Straight. Take in the spectacular views from Madura Pass Lookout before crossing into South Australia to spend the night at Border Village.

Accommodation: Border Village Roadhouse – Motel Room
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 630 km

Day 8: Bunda Cliffs & Streaky Bay Coastal Escape

Marvel at the dramatic Bunda Cliffs where the Australian continent abruptly meets the Southern Ocean at the Head of Bight. During the season, keep an eye out for migrating southern right whales. Visit the Windmill Museum in Penong before arriving at the tranquil coastal town of Streaky Bay.

Accommodation: Streaky Bay Hotel-Motel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 615 km

Day 9: Venus Bay Walks & Coffin Bay Oyster Tasting

Discover the unique granite formations of Murphy’s Haystacks and walk the scenic clifftops of Venus Bay. Travel to Coffin Bay, world-famous for its pristine oysters. Choose to join an optional oyster farm tour to taste them fresh from the water, then enjoy panoramic views of Port Lincoln from Winter Hill Lookout.

Accommodation: Port Lincoln Hotel – Ocean View Balcony Room (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 340 km

Day 10: Silo Art & Arid Lands Botanic Garden

Admire the impressive silo art mural at Tumby Bay and stroll along the Mangrove Boardwalk in Cowell. As the landscape shifts, visit the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden in Port Augusta to discover incredible native plants adapted to the desert environment.

Accommodation: Standpipe Golf Motor Inn – Deluxe Room (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 355 km

Day 11: Clare Valley to Adelaide & Conservation Experience

Travel through the picturesque Clare Valley and stop in the historic town of Tanunda in the Barossa Valley. Visit the Barossa Bushgardens for a meaningful, hands-on conservation activity to help preserve local wildlife habitats. Continue to Adelaide, where you will bid farewell to your guide and fellow travellers.

Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 380 km

Exciting Optional Extras

Pre-Tour Adelaide Experiences

Iconic Adelaide Walking Tour: Discover Adelaide’s rich history, architecture, and vibrant food scene on a guided small-group walk. (From $89 per person, approx. 3 hours)

Groovy Barossa Day Out: Indulge in a full-day Barossa Valley wine tour featuring premium tastings and gourmet local produce. (From $159 per person, approx. 8-9 hours)

YHA Adelaide Central Accommodation: Extend your stay in a comfortable co-living room in the heart of the Adelaide CBD. (From $50 per person)

In-Tour Adventures

Day 1 – Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory: Ride the jetty train and descend 8 metres below the surface to view thriving marine life. (From $32 per person, approx. 1 hour 45 mins)

Day 3 – Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk: Walk 40 metres above the forest floor on an spectacular canopy walkway. (From $21 per person)

Day 9 – Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour: Put on waders, visit a working oyster lease, and enjoy 4 freshly shucked oysters. (From $60 per person, 1.5 hours)