Adelaide Trip Overview
From the red dirt and dusty plains of the outback to turquoise waters lapping on snow-white sand, Australia’s southern and western reaches are home to some of the most diverse landscapes and indelible experiences in the country. Traverse almost 4,000km through some of Australia’s most untamed and inspiring country on this 10-day, soul-stirring Adelaide to Perth private tour. Taste world-famous seafood straight from the source and swim with abundant marine life in the Eyre Peninsula. Stand at the edge of Australia at the Head of Bight before making the pilgrimage across the vast expanse of the Nullarbor Plain into Western Australia. Here, sprawl out on deserted beaches without another soul in sight, walk through ancient forests and awaken your senses as you taste your way around the famous Margaret River wine region.
Additional Info
Duration: 10 days
Starts: Adelaide, Australia
Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Air Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
From the red dirt and dusty plains of the outback to turquoise waters lapping on snow-white sand, Australia’s southern and western reaches are home to some of the most diverse landscapes and indelible experiences in the country. Traverse almost 4,000km through some of Australia’s most untamed and inspiring country on this 10-day, soul-stirring Adelaide to Perth private tour. Taste world-famous seafood straight from the source and swim with abundant marine life in the Eyre Peninsula. Stand at the edge of Australia at the Head of Bight before making the pilgrimage across the vast expanse of the Nullarbor Plain into Western Australia. Here, sprawl out on deserted beaches without another soul in sight, walk through ancient forests and awaken your senses as you taste your way around the famous Margaret River wine region.
Itinerary
Day 1: Adelaide to Port Lincoln
Stop At: Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia
A short 45-minute flight will whisk you away from Adelaide to Port Lincoln, where your expert local guide awaits. First up, we’ll introduce you to the heart of the Eyre Peninsula, the thriving seaside town of Port Lincoln.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: The Fresh Fish Place, 20 Proper Bay Rd, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia
Lunch is courtesy of local favourite, the iconic Fresh Fish Place, where you can sample the Eyre Peninsula’s seafood bounty, including oysters, scallops, crayfish, crab and fish, as you watch the day’s harvest hauled to shore.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mikkira Station, 30KM Southwest From Port Lincoln On Mikkira Lane Of Fishery Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
This afternoon, head off-road four-wheel driving through the dunes from Wanna Lookout to Sleaford. Gaze out across the beautiful coastline at Whalers Way and get up close to abundant koalas at historic Mikkira Station.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Del Giorno’s Cafe, 80 Tasman Terrace, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia
Pop into a vineyard for wine tasting and check into the Port Lincoln Hotel to freshen up before relaxing over dinner at a local restaurant to toast the start to your Adelaide to Perth overland tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Lincoln Hotel, 1 Lincoln Hwy, Port Lincoln SA 5606, Australia
The driving distance today is around 150km, and you will stay at the award-winning Port Lincoln Hotel.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 4.5 Star Double/Twin Room at the Port Lincoln Hotel.
Day 2: Coffin Bay to Elliston
Stop At: Coffin Bay National Park, Coffin Road, Coffin Bay, South Australia 5607 Australia
Begin your day sprawled out on the famed sandy shores of Coffin Bay National Park. Experience nature in its most pure state as you unearth the untamed bush, beach and wildlife that defines this iconic wilderness.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Experience Coffin Bay, Boat Ramp, Coffin Bay SA 5607, Australia
Awakened by the wild, continue down the coast to taste world-famous Coffin Bay oysters. Glide through crystal-clear waters to a working oyster farm and pluck, shuck and sample plump Pacific oysters straight from the source.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Elliston, Elliston, South Australia
After lunch, head up the West Coast of the Eyre Peninsula, taking in beautiful sights such as Locks Well and Cummins Lookout. Come late afternoon, arrive at our accommodation on the beach in Elliston. Relax and enjoy a barbecue dinner overlooking Waterloo Bay.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Waterloo Bay Tourist Park, 10 Beach Terrace, Elliston SA 5670, Australia
Today travel approximately 170km and stay at Waterloo Bay Tourist Park.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tonight sleep in a cabin at Waterloo Bay Tourist park.
Day 3: Elliston to Ceduna
Stop At: Baird Bay, South Australia Australia
After an early breakfast, visit the oceanside Talia Caves, then head north to Baird Bay to swim with wild Australian sea lions and dolphins on a three-hour eco-cruise (see optional activities). If it’s not
operating, or you’d rather stay on dry land, we offer an alternative itinerary visiting the only colony of Australian sea lions on the mainland at Point Labbat.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ceduna SA 5690, Australia
After lunch in Streaky Bay, we’ll take a coastal drive to Ceduna and come late afternoon, check into the 4.5 star Eco Villas, positioned right on the beach. Relax and watch the sunset over the ocean as you sample fresh local produce and wines.
Today we travel approximately 250km
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay in the 5 Star Eco Villa’s at Shelly Beach Caravan Park.
Day 4: Head of Bight and the Nullarbor
Pass By: Denial Bay SA 5690, Australia
This morning, travel through Denial Bay and onto Ocean Beach for some off-road cruising through Davenport Creek dunes.
Pass By: Lake Macdonnell, Point Sinclair Road, Penong, South Australia 5690 Australia
A little further on, the vivid pink hues of Lake MacDonnell, world-famous swells of Cactus Beach and vast, deserted beaches of Point Sinclair offer endless photo opportunities.
Stop At: Head of Bight, Eyre Highway 294 KM West of Ceduna, Ceduna, South Australia 5690 Australia
Onwards to the Head of Bight, where rugged outback plains give way to the Southern Ocean and play host to migrating Southern Right Whales from June to October.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Nullarbor, Nullarbor, South Australia
Finally, we delve into the depths of the outback and begin the 1,660km expedition across the Nullarbor Plain. By nightfall, check into the iconic Outback Roadhouse Motel in Border Village, just a few kilometres from Western Australia.
Today we travel approximately 550km.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tonight stay in an iconic Outback Roadhouse Motel in Boarder Village, just a few kilometres from Western Australia.
Day 5: The Nullarbor & Esperance
Stop At: Nullarbor National Park, Eyre Highway, Nullarbor, South Australia 5690 Australia
Rise with the sun as we continue across the mighty Nullarbor, taking in Australia’s longest straight road, 90 Mile Straight. Head off-road four-wheel driving along the Balladonia Track to see some unique historical highlights. Watch the ever-changing landscapes from your window as your guide regales the history and stories that make this land unique. You’ll even have the opportunity to play a hole on the longest golf course in the world, the Nullarbor Links.
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Esperance, Esperance, Western Australia
Arrive in Esperance in the early evening and check-in at our accommodation. After a long day, relax at a local restaurant for a meal.
Today we travel approximately 790km and stay at the Jetty Resort.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Self-contained 4 star accommodation at the Jetty Resort
Day 6: Cape Le Grand National Park
Stop At: 92 Dempster St Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Spend the day at one of Australia’s most iconic beaches, where kangaroos lounge on snow-white sand as crystal clear water gently laps the shore. Located approximately 50km east of Esperance, Cape Le Grand is one of Western Australia’s most scenic National Parks.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Lucky Bay Road Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance, Western Australia 6450 Australia
Wildlife is in abundance, including the iconic sunbathing kangaroos at Lucky Bay, who are always up for a photo opportunity. Swim, bushwalk and unleash your inner wildling surrounded by nature today.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Esperance, Esperance, Western Australia
Today we travel 160km and have our second night at the Jetty Resort in Esperance.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Self-contained 4 star accommodation at the Jetty Resort
Day 7: South West Coast & Albany
Pass By: Stirling Range National Park, Stirling Range Drive, Western Australia 6317 Australia
Today we set our coordinates for Albany, taking in more spectacular natural landscapes along the way. Cruise through the beautiful Stirling Ranges, which is blanketed with wildflowers come spring.
Stop At: Porongurup National Park, via Mt Barker-Porongurup Rd Great Southern Region, Mount Barker, Western Australia 6323 Australia
Travelling into the Porongurup’s for a two-hour walk to Castel Rock for sweeping views over the region.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Torndirrup National Park, Turn Left Just Before End of Salmon Hole Rd, 10 Km South of Albany, Albany, Western Australia 6330 Australia
Enjoy a picnic lunch and travel along the dreamy coastline towards Albany, stopping at Torndirrup National Park to see coastal highlights, The Gap and Natural Bridge.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Albany, Albany, Western Australia
Arrive at our accommodation late afternoon and enjoy a meal overlooking the ocean.
Today we travel around 550km and stay at the Dog Rock Motel.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay at the Dog Rock Motel
Day 8: Denmark & Walpole
Stop At: Denmark, Denmark, Western Australia
After breakfast, amble through Albany’s township, unearth its interesting history and take in the views from Mt. Clarance. Hit the road again, stretching your legs at Denmark, a gorgeous town nestled on the banks of the Denmark River.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Valley of the Giants Tree Top Wak, Valley of the Giants Road Tingledale, Western Australia 6333 Australia
Head into the old-growth forests in the Walpole Wilderness region and traverse the Valley of the Giants. Walk 40 metres high into the canopy of Western Australia’s majestic tingle trees, found nowhere else on Earth.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Margarets Beach Resort, 1 Resort Place, Gnarabup Beach, Margaret River WA 6285, Australia
By late afternoon, you’ll be kicking back by the beach, a glass of famed Margaret River wine in hand. Check into your Margaret River Beach Resort accommodation and enjoy a delicious meal at The Common Restaurant overlooking the ocean.
Today we travel around 400km and settle in for two nights at the Margaret River Beach Resort.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 4.5 Star accommodation at the Margaret River Beach Resort
Day 9: Margaret River
Stop At: Surfers Point, Prevelly, Western Australia 6285 Australia
Breakfast at a favourite local café while watching surfers riding the waves of one of the world’s most renowned breaks.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Margaret River Visitor Centre, 100 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River, Western Australia 6285 Australia
Have some time to explore the quaint township of Margaret River and its eclectic craft and produce stores.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Margaret River Chocolate Company, 415 Harman_s Mill Road, Metricup, Western Australia 6280 Australia
The rest of the day your taste buds will be in heaven as we taste our way around the region. Visit cellar doors, a chocolate factory, cheese factory and boutique brewery.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Margaret River Cheese Company, 8063 Bussell Hwy, Metricup, Western Australia 6280 Australia
Sample more local produce.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Vasse Felix Winery, Cnr Tom Cullity Drive & Caves Road, Cowaramup, Western Australia WA 6284 Australia
But the highlight today will be a delectable lunch at the world-renowned Vasse Felix, Margaret River’s founding wine estate.
Spend the night back in Margaret River feeling satisfied from all the delicious produce and wine! Today we travel within the Margaret River region travelling just 80km.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Margarets Beach Resort, 1 Resort Place, Gnarabup Beach, Margaret River WA 6285, Australia
Today we travel around 80km and stay back at the Margaret River Beach Resort
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 4.5 Star accommodation at the Margaret River Beach Resort
Day 10: Margaret River to Perth
Stop At: Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, Cape Naturaliste Rd, Busselton, Western Australia 6285 Australia
On the last day of your journey, you deserve a sleep in before an inspiring walk at Cape Naturalist in Leeuwin-Naturalise National Park. This walk features incredible vistas that will have you in awe at every turn.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ngilgi Cave, Yallingup Caves Road, Yallingup, Western Australia 6282 Australia
Next, descend into the magical Ngilgi Cave, Western Australia’s very first tourist attraction. Wander the extensive underground boardwalks which lead you through the exquisitely decorated cave.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Busselton, Busselton, Margaret River Region, Western Australia
Visit one last white sandy beach in Dunsborough before stopping in for fish and chips on the beach at the popular holiday town of Busselton. Here, you will see the second longest jetty in the world stretching 1.8km out into turquoise Geographe Bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 55 William St, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Our last stint on the road will have you arriving in Perth around 5 pm, where we will drop you at your pre-booked accommodation.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
