10-Day Perth to Adelaide Overland Tour

After breakfast at a favourite local café overlooking the Indian Ocean, we’ll have some time to explore the quaint township of Margaret River and its eclectic craft and produce stores. 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. But the highlight today will be a memorable lunch at the world-renowned Vasse Felix, Margaret River’s founding wine estate.

Spend the night back in Margaret River feeling satisfied from all of the delicious produce and wine!

Today we travel within the Margaret River region totalling just 80 km.

Nature lovers are in for a treat today! It’s up bright and early with our first stop at the Diamond Tree, one of three fire lookout trees in the world. You can ascend the 51 metres to the top if you are feeling brave. Onwards to the Valley of the Giants in the Walpole Wilderness National Park. Here we’ll walk among ancient tingle forests on the Ancient Empire and Treetop Canopy walks.

After a picnic lunch of local produce, we’ll venture on towards William Bay National Park to see the paradise that is Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks. If the weather is warm it’s the perfect place for a dip. We’ll stop in at Denmark, a gorgeous town nestled on the banks of the Denmark River for a coffee, before making our way along a dreamy coastal drive towards Albany. Explore Torndirrup National Park and its highlights – The Gap and Natural Bridge. In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Albany and check into our self-contained apartment. Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant overlooking the ocean.

Today we’ll travel around 350 km.

After your continental breakfast, we’ll discover the township of Albany and its interesting history. Take in stunning views of the bay from the Mt. Clarence Lookout and visit the National Anzac Centre. We’ll travel into the oldest mountain range in the world – the unique Porongurups and take a walk to Castel Rock for jaw-droppingly beautiful views over the region. Travel through the beautiful Stirling Ranges towards Esperance and if you are lucky enough to be travelling during wildflower season it will look even more picture perfect.

Stop at the mind-blowing Twilight Cove for your first taste of the squeaky white beaches and crystal blue waters of the ‘Golden Outback’. We’ll check into our Esperance accommodation at the Bay of Isles Motel and enjoy an evening meal overlooking a turquoise ocean.

Today we’ll travel 480 km.

Words cannot describe the absolute beauty you are going to experience today. Located approximately 50 km east of Esperance, Cape Le Grand is one of Western Australia’s most spectacular National Parks. It features blindingly white sandy beaches with sand so fine it squeaks between your toes. Wildlife is in abundance including the iconic sunbathing kangaroos at Lucky Bay who are always up for a photo opportunity. Swim, bush-walk and reconnect with nature today. Stay back in Esperance tonight and enjoy dining at a local restaurant.

Just 80 km to travel today.

It’s up before the birds chirp today. We’ll be putting our clocks forward 1.5 hours and have a lot of ground to cover as we begin our journey crossing the Nullarbor Plain.

We’ll go off-road, four-wheel driving along the Balladonia Track which has some unique historical highlights. We’ll stretch our legs at the original Eucla Telegraph Station before crossing the border into South Australia.

Today you’ll have the opportunity to play golf on the longest golf course in the world, the Nullarbor Links. We travel a long distance today, even by Australian standards, 920 km. Tonight we have the unique experience of staying in an iconic Outback Roadhouse Motel in Border Village.

This morning we’ll continue our journey along the Nullarbor stopping in at the unique Koonalda Homestead in the Nullarbor National Park. Originally a fuel and rest stop for people travelling along the Nullarbor in the 1950s, it was abandoned in the 1970s and is now a special piece of Australiana history.

Then get ready to be blown away by the epic scenery of the Head of Bight, Australia’s ultimate coastal lookout. In the months of June to October, you’ll be able to see up to 120 southern right whales and their young taking shelter in the Great Australian Bight Marine Park. You’ll also have the option during these months to do a scenic flight over the Head of Bight – the longest continuous cliff coastline in the Southern Hemisphere. Onwards to Ceduna where we’ll enjoy an Indigenous cultural experience at the Ceduna Aboriginal Culture Centre.

Today we travel 480 km and overnight in Ceduna at Shelly Beach Caravan Park 5-Star Villas with ocean views.

This morning we’ll make our way to Baird Bay where you’ll have the Optional Experience and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with Australian sea lions and dolphins on a 3-hour cruise. In calm waters, the puppy dogs of the sea will splash, twist and twirl all around you, and the magical dolphins won’t disappoint either.

Take an inspiring coastal walk around Venus Bay before joining the Xplore Eyre owners at their home – Coodlie Park Farm Retreat. Here you will sample fresh oysters, local wines and if you are up for it, head out on a Nocturnal Wildlife & Stargazing Tour. This gives you a chance to experience the millions of stars of the southern skies and see native wildlife at its most active.

Today we’ll travel 170 km and tonight you’ll sleep in a fully self-contained cottage at our property, Coodlie Park.

After breakfast, we’ll mosey down the coast to the seaside town of Coffin Bay for the Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour. Put on some waders and sit down to feast on the world-renowned Coffin Bay oysters, plucked straight out of the ocean.

Lunch will follow with a wonderful seafood platter at the 1802 Oyster Bar & Restaurant.

Explore some stunning coastline at Sleaford Bay and Whalers Way, before visiting Mikkira Station, home of a wild koala population where you can take some excellent photos. Pop into the Eyre Peninsula’s very own boutique brewery, Beer Garden Brewing, to taste their sustainably brewed beer. Then check into our accommodation for the last night at the Port Lincoln Hotel.

Today we travel 300 km and dine at an award-winning seafood restaurant for dinner.

You’ll start the day exploring the beautiful Lincoln National Park. Enjoy morning tea at Stamford Hill after an invigorating climb and visit to Cape Donnington and the pristine beaches and lookouts on offer. We’ll head back to Port Lincoln for lunch at the iconic Fresh Fish Place.

Next, board the ‘Tesla’, a unique electric canal cruiser. Enjoy a tranquil cruise around Port Lincoln’s Marina and learn about Australia’s largest commercial fishing fleet. Visit Boston Bay Wines for tastings and Glen Forest Tourist Park for up-close-and-personal wildlife encounters.

As your 10-day journey comes to an end, you’ll enjoy one last taste of the Eyre Peninsula at the Port Lincoln Marina before your guide drops you off at the Port Lincoln Airport for your 45-minute flight to Adelaide.

Day 10 Alternative Itinerary – Great White Experiences (Optional Extra)

Alternatively, those who love aquatic wildlife, and/or are seeking an adrenalin rush, can choose the full day optional experience of coming face-to-face with the majestic, Great White Shark. There are two operators offering different types of experiences: From staying dry in a revolutionary glass viewing aqua sub, to the more extreme option of entering the cage. Prices range from $350 to $564 depending on your choice.

Please see ‘Optional Extras’ for more information.