Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Perth or similar.
(hotel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 2 Perth to Monkey Mia (B)

Our journey this morning takes us north via the 'lobster fishing port' of Port Denison. After lunch (own expense) we continue north across the Greenough Flats passing the 'leaning trees' then travel via Geraldton and Northampton arriving in the world heritage listed area of Shark Bay.

Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 3 Monkey Mia to Carnarvon (B)

Our accommodation is at the dolphin interaction beach, spend time this morning where you may encounter the dolphins (sightings not guaranteed). Later, enjoy a 1 hour wildlife sailing cruise, aboard the 'Shotover' (own expense). Seasonally meet dolphins, dugong, turtles, sharks, sting rays, sea-snakes. Afterwards visit Shell Beach and Stromatolites, continue to Carnarvon.

Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Carnarvon or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 4 Coral Bay & Ningaloo Reef (B)

Today we arrive at Coral Bay, centrepiece of the pristine 260km Ningaloo Reef inhabited by a rich array of sea life including exquisite corals, rare starfish, giant clams, over 460 species of fish, manta rays, dugong and dolphins. Choose this afternoon between a coral viewing or snorkelling cruise.

Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Carnarvon or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 5 Carnarvon to Kalbarri (B)

Head to Hawks Head Lookout in Kalbarri National Park. View spectacular wildflowers (Jul - Nov).

Overnight: Best Western Kalbarri Palms Resort or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 6 Kalbarri to Perth (B)

Homeward bound, we enjoy sightseeing along the Kalbarri coastal gorges then travel south breaking for lunch (own expense) at the rock lobster fishing village of Cervantes gateway to the renowed Pinnacles Desert, an amazing moon-like landscape and truly one of Australia's most mystical experiences. Time will be allowed to stroll among these limestone spires and take photographs, with arrival back in Perth at approximately 7.30 pm.

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Perth or similar.
(hotel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 7 Wave Rock & Aboriginal Cave Paintings (B)

Heading through the scenic Darling Ranges we enjoy morning tea at historic York featuring turn of the century Victorian buildings. Continuing east, we pass through sweeping wheatbelt plains typical of arid Australian farming country before reaching Hyden, home of Wave Rock. We enjoy lunch (own expense) before being escorted by an Aboriginal guide on a tour of the rock and the nearby Hippo's Yawn Cave and the Gnamma Holes, Aboriginal water reservoirs. We also view some other intriguing rock formations of the area including the Humps and Mulka's Cave featuring Aboriginal cave paintings. Return home via the small farming town of Babakin for afternoon tea with local town folk returning to Perth at approximately 8.30 pm.

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Perth or similar.
(hotel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 8 Perth & Fremantle Tour (B)

Starting in Perth city, the tour takes in all key attractions and historical points of interest, starting with Kings Park botanical gardens, where you will have time to experience a walk through the trees canopies on the new Tree Top Walk. Later we continue to Cottesloe Beach before arriving at historic Fremantle. Enjoy a walk down the main street through cafes and market stalls. Part with the group for more time here making your own way home via public transport. Alternatively, stay on the coach returning to Perth by road travelling past Perth's exclusive suburbs and the University of Western Australia, Perth Royal Yacht Club, the Old Swan Brewery, Barrack Street Jetty, the Bell Tower and finally the Perth Mint with arrival at approximately 12.30 pm

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Perth or similar.
(hotel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 9 Perth to Albany (B)
We travel southwards via the Stirling Range and Porongurup Range National Parks, before reaching historic Albany, Western Australia's first European settlement.

Overnight: Comfort Inn, Albany or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 10 Albany to Pemberton (B)

After coastal sightseeing visiting 'The Gap' and 'Natural Bridge', we travel via Denmark through spectacular karri tree foresets to the coastal resort town of Walpole. Here we join our local guide 'Gary' for a luncheon cruise on Nornalup Inlet (lunch own expense), widely regarded as one of the last great wilderness areas. Gary will delight all with his incredible knowledge and love of this area. Next stop is the Valley of the Giants 'Tree Top Walk' which reaches 40 metres high into the forest canopy. A ground level walk is available through the Ancient Empire, a remarkable pocket of Tingle Forest, wide girthed trees up to 5 metres wide.

Overnight: Karri Valley Resort, Pemberton or similar.
(Lakeside motel room or chalet with ensuite bathroom).

Day 11 Pemberton to Margaret River (B)

We begin at the 61 metre tall Gloucester Tree a bush fire watchtower lookout followed by the Fine Wood Craft Gallery, Western Australia's most awarded regional gallery. After morning tea at Beedalup Falls, we lunch (own expense) at Australia's most southwesterly point, Augusta and visit Cape Leeuwin where the Indian and Great Southern Oceans meet. Entering the Margaret River Region, we stop for coastal views at Surfer's Point Lookout.

Overnight: Best Western Emerald Colonial Lodge, Margaret River or similar.
(motel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 12 Margaret River to Perth (B)
This morning we visit Eagles Heritage Raptor Centre housing the largest collection of raptors in Australia. We take a guided tour of Mammoth Cave followed by wine tasting at Xanadu Winery then a lively Australian sheep dog and shearing demonstration at the Yallingup Shearing Shed. Our last stop is at Busselton Jetty, the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere, return to Perth at approximately 6.30 pm.

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Perth or similar.
(hotel room with ensuite bathroom).

Day 13 Perth to Home Port (B)

Your tour concludes in Perth today, an Australian Pinnacle Tours representative will transfer you to the airport. Please contact our reservation staff on (08) 9417 5555 to confirm your transfer time.