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Western Australia & Tasmania Self-Drive

20-day itinerary

Free Singapore stopover available on this itinerary

Summary

Short description

Combine two of Australia's least visited but most rewarding states.

In Brief

  • 2 Nights Perth
  • 3 Nights Margaret River
  • 2 Nights Denmark
  • 1 Night Albany
  • 1 Night Perth
  • 2 Nights Hobart
  • 1 Night Strahan
  • 2 Nights Cradle Mountain
  • 1 Night Launceston
  • 2 Nights Freycinet Peninsula
  • 2 Nights Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur
  • 1 Night Pemberton

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Beach | City | Food & wine | Free Singapore stopover | Natural world | Self-drive

From Perth and Fremantle, drive south to award-winning vineyards, giant karri forests, historical townships and biodiversity hotspots. Then fly to Tasmania, where Seven Mile Beach, the Tamar Valley, a thriving arts and cafe culture and unspoilt wilderness await. Hiring a car gives you absolute freedom and our Australia specialists can tailor any part of the below itinerary to suit your own needs.

Day by day itinerary

Days 1-2
Perth

On arrival in Perth, Australia’s sunniest state capital, transfer to The Richardson Hotel & Spa, a 5-star boutique hotel not far from the Botanical Gardens and Kings Park, for two nights. With a full day at leisure you’ll have plenty of time to explore Perth and Fremantle, Perth’s creative, vibrant neighbour, where buskers and artists captivate the crowds and popular craft markets pop up at weekends.

Stay: The Richardson Hotel & Spa

Day 3
Margaret River

Collect your hire car and head down the coast to Margaret River, still a popular spot for surfers but now just as favoured by wine lovers. The region produces less than 1% of all Australian wine but 15% of its premium wine, with more than 220 vineyards and 80 wineries to choose from. Your accommodation for the next three nights, the luxurious Cape Lodge, sits surrounded by one of these vineyards, part of 40 acres of native forest, landscaped gardens and peaceful lakes.

Stay: Cape Lodge

Day 4
Margaret River

Get away from the masses and the minivans with Margaret River Discovery Co., the small-group tour company for people who don’t do tours. The company is the vision of Sean Blocksidge, formerly the manager of 5-star hotels and a Margaret River winery, and the well-researched tours give a unique insight into the wonderful food, great wine and spectacular scenery of the region. Today you’ll sample its 'Best of the Best Wine Tour'.

Stay: Cape Lodge

Day 5
Margaret River

A day at leisure will allow you to explore at will. Perhaps head off to the beautiful beaches of Busselton and take a stroll along its 2km jetty, still the longest wooden structure in the southern hemisphere.

Stay: Cape Lodge

Days 6-7
Denmark

Travelling south once more, you’ll reach Karma Chalets near Denmark and William Bay National Park, home to Elephant Rocks and Green Pool – both perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Spend the next day with Dr Dave, the Adventure Doctor, on the breathtaking West Cape Howe Walk.

Dave is a great personality and there’s little he doesn’t know about the flora, fauna, history and geology of the area, which is internationally recognised as one of only 34 biodiversity hotspots in the world.

Stay: Karma Chalets

Day 8
Albany

Your last stop in this small yet spectacular corner of Australia is Albany, the first European settlement in Western Australia. It’s also a great base for whale-watching tours between June and October.

Stay: The Beach House at Bayside

Breakfast included

Day 9
Perth

Wind your way leisurely back to Perth, stopping as you please at wineries, breweries and all manner of local producers: cheeses, jams, condiments, olives, chocolate, fudge, toffee and ice cream are all readily available. Spend a final night in Perth.

Stay: The Sebel Residence

Days 10-11
Hobart

Return your hire car to Perth airport and fly to Hobart via Melbourne. On arrival at Hobart airport collect your hire car and drive to the Henry Jones Art Hotel, where you will stay for two nights. Explore picturesque Hobart’s fabulous waterfront, fine Georgian buildings and great restaurants at your leisure.

Stay: Henry Jones Art Hotel

Day 12
Strahan

Drive to the cheery fishing village of Strahan, a bustling eco-tourism hub in Tasmania’s wild west, for an overnight at Strahan Village. Enjoy the region's spectacular landscape of craggy peaks, forests and empty beaches – you may even see a Tasmanian devil.

Stay: Strahan Village

Days 13-14
Cradle Mountain

Enjoy a morning Gordon River cruise before driving to Cradle Mountain where you will stay for two nights at the iconic Cradle Mountain Lodge. From your base at the lodge you can enjoy a wide range of walks and other activities, as well as close encounters with the resident wombats and wallabies.

Stay: Cradle Mountain Lodge

Breakfast included

Day 15
Launceston

Drive to Launceston for one night, staying at Peppers Seaport Hotel. This compact city has a charming setting on the Tamar River, boasting delightful Victorian buildings and vibrant cafes.

Stay: Peppers Seaport Hotel

Days 16-17
Freycinet Peninsula

Continue on to the Freycinet Peninsula where white sands, clear seas and dramatic mountain peaks make the region one of Tasmania’s leading attractions. Enjoy a two-night stay at the sophisticated and luxurious Saffire, where fabulous views and fine seafood can be savoured.

Stay: Saffire

Breakfast & lunch included

Days 18-19
Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur

Drive to the stunning Tasman Peninsula for an overnight stay at Stewart’s Bay Lodge. Be sure to visit the Port Arthur and Coal Mines World Heritage sites. The next morning enjoy the scenic drive back to Hobart airport and return your hire car before your flight home.

Stay: Stewart’s Bay Lodge

Blog: Best Journeys in Australia

Day 20
Pemberton

Continue down the coast to the rural retreat of Pemberton. Surrounded by towering karri, jarrah and marri trees, the area offers fine bush walking, kayaking and fishing.

Stay: Karri Valley Resort

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