Western Wonderland

Western Wonderland

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$6500

$5850

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Western Wonderland" tour and discover the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Western Australia. Starting in Perth, this coach tour takes you through iconic destinations such as the stunning Wave Rock, the historic gold rush town of Kalgoorlie, and the pristine beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park. Experience the vibrant flora of Stirling Range National Park and walk among the towering tingle trees in the Valley of the Giants. Visit the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where two oceans meet, and relax on the beaches of Monkey Mia with its friendly dolphins. Enjoy guided tours, cultural experiences with Aboriginal guides, and scenic walks, all while staying in comfortable accommodations. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation, making it an unforgettable journey through Australia's wild west. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant city of Perth and stroll through Kings Park with its stunning Botanic Garden.

  • Marvel at the natural wonder of Wave Rock, a striking granite formation over three million years old.

  • Discover the history of Kalgoorlie's gold rush era and visit the impressive 'Super Pit' open-cut gold mine.

  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of Cape Le Grand National Park, with its pristine beaches and unique wildlife.

  • Wander through the Stirling Range National Park, home to a diverse array of wildflowers and stunning vistas.

  • Walk among the towering tingle trees on the Tree Top Walk in the Valley of the Giants.

  • Visit the iconic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian and Southern oceans meet.

  • Relax on the beaches of Monkey Mia and enjoy the company of its friendly resident dolphins.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Perth

Location: Perth

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn West Perth

Meals Included: Dinner

Perth may be the West Australian capital, but it’s home to a remarkable amount of green space. Join your Travel Director for a city tour and a stroll through inner-city Kings Park, home to more than 3,000 floral species in the Botanic Garden overlooking the Swan River. It’s a relaxed entrée to the next two weeks of action and adventure. Your Western Australia tour from Perth is primed to begin. Meet again this evening for a Welcome Dinner with your Travel Director and travelling companions.
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Day 2: Perth - Wave Rock

Location: Perth, Wave Rock

Accommodation Name: Wave Rock Motel, Hyden

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wave Rock deserves its name – the cliff resembles an enormous surf wave about to crash into the bush. Stretching 110 metres, the rainbow-hued granite swell was formed more than three million years ago. Wave Rock locals are a friendly bunch, and they’re truly passionate about the place they call home. But don’t take our word for it. Meet Sheenagh, who will proudly show you around her farm and discuss life on the land. Which can be harsh, but also extremely healing, in a way unique to the wide open spaces of the Aussie outback. Glimpse her collection of vintage cars and hear about the stories behind them.

Day 3: Wave Rock - Kalgoorlie

Location: Kalgoorlie

Accommodation Name: Rydges Kalgoorlie

Meals Included: Breakfast

View the wide gold rush era streets and buildings of Kalgoorlie and see the vista over the staggering 'Super Pit' open-cut gold mine. Today’s outings continue to gleam as you visit Hannans North Mine – the history here is overwhelming – Kalgoorlie’s ‘Golden Mile’. Nothing quite puts things into perspective like standing next to enormous Haul trucks and loaders.

Day 4: Kalgoorlie - Esperance

Location: Kalgoorlie, Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance

Accommodation Name: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles

Meals Included: Breakfast

More than 31,000 hectares of sweeping heathlands, rugged coastal peaks and white sandy beaches… it’s no wonder Cape Le Grand National Park is voted among the most alluring of its kind in Australia. Just when you thought WA couldn’t get any prettier, you arrive at Thistle Cove – listen for the whistle of the Whistling Rock among the sounds of wind and sea – and Lucky Bay, a postcard-worthy cove where kangaroos love lounging on the beach.

Day 5: Esperance - Albany

Location: Esperance, Stirling Range National Park, Albany

Accommodation Name: The Dog Rock Motel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today’s tour from Esperance continues through some of the most bountiful wilderness areas in the state, including the Stirling Range National Park, filled seasonally with a staggering range of wildflowers, when they are in season – more than 1,500 different species, some of which are found nowhere else on Earth. Get an overview from the Bluff Knoll Lookout, topping one of WA’s highest peaks.

Day 6: Albany Free Time

Location: Albany

Accommodation Name: The Dog Rock Motel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Nature, history, food and wine… there’s not much that Albany can’t do. The hardest thing you have to do today is decide which direction you want to travel. Perhaps opt for an Albany tour that relives the town’s heritage as the last port of call for ANZAC troopships departing Australia in WWI. Being here is a moving experience that tells the tale of thousands of servicemen. Maybe explore Torndirrup National Park, where steep cliffs give way to dramatic rock formations and whales are a common sight during migration. Or get a taste for the region on a culinary excursion that includes tastings of local cheeses, fudge, chocolate, ice-cream, cider, wines and gins. Better wear your elastic-waisted pants for this one (all own expense). How you spend your day exploring the region is totally up to you.

Day 7: Albany - Margaret River

Location: Valley of the Giants, Cape Leeuwin, Margaret River

Accommodation Name: Stay Margaret River

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suspended 40 metres above the forest floor, the Tree Top Walk gives you a bird’s-eye view of the soaring tingle trees that stand large through the Valley of the Giants. More lofty attractions await at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the tallest of its kind in Australia, set at the tip of a peninsula where the Indian and Southern oceans meet. Standing here, the wind in your hair, you’ll feel like you’re on the edge of the Earth. Being amid nature makes you thirsty. It’s a good thing the Margaret River wine region is on the horizon.

Day 8: Margaret River - Fremantle

Location: Margaret River, Busselton, Fremantle

Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges

Meals Included: Breakfast

The Margaret River is one of the only wine regions in the world where grapes are grown just metres from the sand. Grapevine backdrops follow you all the way to Busselton, home to the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. Tip your cap to those who built this 1.8-kilometre structure out into Geographe Bay. The remainder of the day is all yours in Freo. Why not explore the Fremantle Markets, which boasts over 150 stalls?

Day 9: Fremantle Free Time

Location: Fremantle

Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges

Meals Included: Breakfast

Sometimes, the most memorable travel days are those where you lose yourself wandering the foreshore, lingering over lunch or a cool ale. We highly recommend you spend this day of leisure doing just that (Freo’s Little Creatures Brewery is legendary). Of course, having a local show you around also has its benefits, with a Fremantle tour revealing those hidden haunts most visitors pass right on by (own expense). If you’re catching the ferry for a Rottnest Island tour, make sure you have your phone ready to capture selfies with the island’s smiley quokkas, not to mention the blindingly turquoise water (own expense).

Day 10: Fremantle - Geraldton

Location: Yanchep National Park, Nambung National Park, Geraldton

Accommodation Name: Nesuto Geraldton Apartment Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Yanchep National Park is staggeringly beautiful, a union of bush and wetlands that is as spectacular as it is sacred. The best way to understand its significance to First Nations communities is in the company of an Aboriginal guide. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, hear about how stories are told and used. Hear didgeridoo playing, and hands-on learning with traditional tools. Two national parks in one day – your next stop is Nambung National Park where you’re greeted by an ethereal moonscape. Your Pinnacles tour meanders around this collection of head-scratching limestone formations. This afternoon, Geraldton’s moving HMAS Sydney Memorial beckons.

Day 11: Geraldton - Monkey Mia

Location: Geraldton, Shell Beach, Hamelin Pool, Monkey Mia

Accommodation Name: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Get set for Monkey Mia, located in the heart of the Shark Bay World Heritage region. Keep your sunnies handy at Shell Beach, a powder-white cove formed from billions of coquina bivalve shells up to 10 metres deep, and Hamelin Pool, the world’s best-known colony of stromatolites. Believe it or not, these rock-like formations are alive. Aboriginal communities have lived in Shark Bay for 65,000 years; you’ll discover this history when you join proud Nhanda man, Darren 'Capes' Capewell. Hear how stories are told, before a didgeridoo performance – men will be given a lesson, while women accompany them on clapsticks. This experience includes a tasting of bush tucker cooked over a campfire under the stars.

Day 12: Monkey Mia Free Time

Location: Monkey Mia

Accommodation Name: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning watch for the dolphins that swim into shore. The rest of the day is at leisure. We wouldn’t blame you wandering barefoot along the beach, ordering sundowners as the day disappears in a blaze of glory. Perhaps the best way to gain perspective of the vast coastline is on an optional scenic flight over Shark Bay Marine Park.

Day 13: Monkey Mia - Kalbarri

Location: Kalbarri National Park

Accommodation Name: Kalbarri Edge Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Millions of years ago, the Murchison River carved its way through Kalbarri National Park, leaving behind echo-inspiring gorges of red-and-white banded sandstone as well as soaring coastal cliffs. It’s quite the sight, and best taken in from a height. Enter the Kalbarri Skywalk, a precipitous projection 25 metres beyond the gorge rim and a dizzying 100 metres above the river. Here you’ll be welcomed to Country by an Indigenous guide, explaining the stories behind the land on which you stand. On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, learn about bushfoods, medicine plants and the traditional uses of local flora. Hear stories about growing up on country and learn about the social history of the region from an Aboriginal perspective. Look around you – there’s plenty to eat in the Aussie bush, not to mention traditional medicines to cure what ails you.

Day 14: Kalbarri - Perth

Location: Kalbarri, Hutt Lagoon, Perth

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn West Perth

Meals Included: Breakfast

Just when you thought WA couldn’t get any more colourful, Hutt Lagoon appears on the horizon – one of the state's pink lakes that changes its pink hues depending on the conditions. Arriving back in Perth you have a Farewell Dinner with your new friends and reminisce about the last two weeks.

Day 15: Farewell from Perth

Location: Perth

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn West Perth

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bid farewell to your fellow travellers when your trip concludes after breakfast.

What's Included

  • Guided Tours

    Enjoy guided tours of iconic sites such as Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie's 'Super Pit', and the Pinnacles.

  • National Park Visits

    Experience the beauty of Cape Le Grand National Park, Stirling Range National Park, and Yanchep National Park.

  • Cultural Experiences

    Participate in cultural experiences with Aboriginal guides, including didgeridoo performances and bush tucker tastings.

  • Scenic Walks

    Walk among the towering tingle trees on the Tree Top Walk in the Valley of the Giants.

  • Wildlife Encounters

    Relax on the beaches of Monkey Mia and enjoy the company of its friendly resident dolphins.

  • Transportation

    The tour includes transportation between various iconic locations in Western Australia, starting and ending in Perth.

What's Not Included

  • Meals

    Meals are not included in the tour package.

  • Optional Experiences

    Optional experiences and activities are not included and may incur additional costs.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and tips are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes transportation between various iconic locations in Western Australia, starting and ending in Perth. Travel is facilitated by a comfortable coach, allowing you to explore destinations such as Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Albany, Margaret River, Fremantle, Geraldton, Monkey Mia, and Kalbarri. ...more ...less

Accommodation

Experience comfort and convenience with stays at the Holiday Inn West Perth, Wave Rock Motel in Hyden, Rydges Kalgoorlie, Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, The Dog Rock Motel, Stay Margaret River, Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, Nesuto Geraldton Apartment Hotel, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, and Kalbarri Edge Resort. ...more ...less

Dining Summary

  • 9 Dinner (D)
  • 14 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

Fitness Requirement

  • Low level of fitness required

Flexible Holidays

  • We’ve curated optional experiences to reveal Albany. Or find your own adventure in this historic WA town.

Iconic Sites

  • Nature humbles at Wave Rock and the Pinnacles, kangaroos sleep on beaches at Lucky Bay in Esperance, and ocean awaits along Busselton’s jetty.

Natural Wonders

  • The colours of Monkey Mia sear into your memory, the turquoise ocean here home to a famously friendly pod of resident dolphins.

What to Bring

  • Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat Water bottle Warm layers in cooler months Camera Comfortable walking shoes

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the Western Wonderland tour?

    The tour includes transportation between various iconic locations in Western Australia, starting and ending in Perth. Travel is facilitated by a comfortable coach.

  • Are meals included in the Western Wonderland tour package?

    Meals are not included in the tour package. However, there are 9 dinners, 14 breakfasts, and 1 farewell dinner provided as part of the dining summary.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Western Wonderland tour?

    You will experience comfort and convenience with stays at various hotels including the Holiday Inn West Perth, Wave Rock Motel in Hyden, Rydges Kalgoorlie, Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, The Dog Rock Motel, Stay Margaret River, Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges, Nesuto Geraldton Apartment Hotel, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, and Kalbarri Edge Resort. ...more ...less

  • What kind of cultural experiences are included in the Western Wonderland tour?

    The tour includes cultural experiences with Aboriginal guides, such as didgeridoo performances and bush tucker tastings.

  • What wildlife encounters can I expect on the Western Wonderland tour?

    You can relax on the beaches of Monkey Mia and enjoy the company of its friendly resident dolphins.

  • What are some of the natural wonders visited on the Western Wonderland tour?

    The tour visits several natural wonders including Wave Rock, Cape Le Grand National Park, Stirling Range National Park, and Yanchep National Park.

  • Is travel insurance included in the Western Wonderland tour package?

    Travel insurance is not included in the tour package and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Are there any optional experiences available during the Western Wonderland tour?

    Yes, there are optional experiences and activities available, but they are not included in the tour package and may incur additional costs.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    It is important to adhere to departure times while on tour for the comfort of everyone on-board, and to make sure no one misses out on the planned experiences. The coach will not be able to wait for you, and in some instances, if you miss a departure time you will need to make your own way to the next destination to re-join the tour.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    AAT Kings operated Guided Holidays have competitive single supplement rates available if you prefer to confirm your own room. Or we can match you to share with a guest of the same gender at no extra cost. If we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room at no extra cost.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 100 years

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    We will email your documents to you approximately four weeks before your departure date provided you have completed your pre trip registration using the My Travel Portal. If you’ve booked through a travel agent, your documents will be emailed directly to your agent.

Reviews of this operator

Ann Purcell  

Well worth the money

24-Feb-2023

Absolutely wonderful trip. Tastes of southern Australia. Hotels were good quality. Sightseeing was amazing. Manuela our travel director was lovely. A great trip all round

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Lynda Whittingham  

Particularly loved QUEENSTOWN (jet boat) and plane ride over Mt Cook

18-Feb-2023

Great guide “Dexter” who was pleasant and knowledgeable, skilled and pleasant driver, Aaron, interesting activities, and comfortable hotels in good locations. I have been on organized bus trips in different countries and this company stands out. I would travel with them again. Read less ...more ...less

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Trusted Customer  

Milford Sound , West Coast , Queenstown, Christchurch

22-Feb-2023

The most professional tour group i have ever travelled with. Both tour director (Hope) & driver (Dave) had extensive knowledge of NZ. Highly recommended.

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Keith Jones  

Christchurch, Milford Sound and the Franz Joseph Railway journey

02-Mar-2023

Very professional service throughout. Friendly experienced tour guide imparting excellent knowledge and local anecdotes. Friendly professional driver enhanced the overall pleasure. Excellent hotels throughout the holiday.

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Allison Cooper  

Wonderful experience, highlight had to be Uluru so spiritual and beautiful

22-Feb-2023

Very professional. Excellent travel director very knowledgeable and a lovely guy. Amazing experience seeing do many great places.

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Western Wonderland

15 Days Starting and ending in Perth, Australia

Visiting: Perth, Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Stirling Range National Park, Albany, Valley of the Giants, Cape Leeuwin, Margaret River, Busselton, Fremantle, Yanchep National Park, Nambung National Park, Geraldton, Shell Beach, Hamelin Pool, Monkey Mia, Kalbarri National Park, Kalbarri, Hutt Lagoon ...more ...less

Tour operator:

AAT Kings

Tour code:

WEMP26

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

5-99

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Dolphin Watching, Walking

From: $6500 $5850 (USD) Operator discount: -$650

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.