Golden sandy beach with rocks and turquoise waves

South Western Beauty

The south-west of Western Australia is known for its magnificent scenery, its beaches, the vineyards of Margaret River and its karri forests. If you would like to experience the authentic, quintessentially Australian Outback, we recommend extending your trip with a visit to Hyden and Esperance.

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01.04.2025 - 31.03.2027

CHF p.p. 883

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Rows of vines in a vineyard under a cloudy sky

Self-drive tour

Itinerary
South Western Beauty

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Days 1–2 Perth – Margaret River (approx. 270 km) You leave Perth and head south along beautiful Geographe Bay, lined with superb beaches. Around midday you reach Margaret River, renowned not only for its wine but also for its speciality cheeses and crafts. Spend the day visiting wineries or strolling along an idyllic beach. Whatever you do, don't miss the sunset.

Day 3 Margaret River – Pemberton (approx. 140 km) In the morning you head south and have time to explore the limestone caves and Cape Leeuwin with its lighthouse. You then reach the Pemberton region, known for its immense forests. The main attraction is the ‘Gloucester Tree’, a tree around 70 metres tall that was once used to watch for forest fires.

Days 4–5 Pemberton – Albany (approx. 240 km) You continue south-east towards Albany. Don't miss the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk or an excursion to Torndirrup National Park, where you can admire the impressive rock formations of the Natural Bridge and The Gap. On the second day, set out to discover the landmarks of Albany, which in the mid-19th century was an important whaling centre.

Days 6–7 Albany – Esperance (approx. 485 km) Break up this long leg with a stop at Porongurup National Park for a walk on the Granite Skywalk. Then continue via Ravensthorpe to Esperance. Enjoy a relaxing day in Esperance and explore the region's many beaches. Lucky Bay, in Cape Le Grand National Park, is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With a little luck, you may even spot kangaroos there.

Days 8–9 Esperance – Kalgoorlie (approx. 395 km) You leave the coast and take the Goldfields Highway into the Outback. In Widgiemooltha, stop at the roadhouse to see a replica of the Golden Eagle, the largest nugget ever found. In Kalgoorlie, you immerse yourself in the world of the gold prospectors for two nights.

Day 10 Kalgoorlie – Hyden (approx. 370 km) You leave the coast and cross typical Outback landscapes towards Hyden to explore Wave Rock. This granite formation, some 2.7 billion years old, captivates with its impressive curves and spectacular shades of ochre and sand.

Day 11 Hyden – Perth (approx. 335 km) Passing charming small towns such as York, you return to Perth, where your self-drive tour ends in the afternoon when you return the vehicle.

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