Gems of the South West
8 day Escorted tour – from £3225
With flights from £4425
Experience the wonders of Western Australia with highlights like the Perth Botanical Gardens, fine dining at Margaret River, and the Gloucester Tree in Pemberton. Enjoy a Rottnest Island day trip, a Mandjar Bay cruise, Busselton Jetty, and Cape Leeuwin’s oceanic vistas.
Highlights:
- Walk through the Perth Botanical Gardens
- Visit the famous Gloucester Tree in Pemberton
- Day trip to the idyllic Rottnest Island in search of sun, sand and quokkas
- Visit the longest jetty in Australia in Busselton
- Indulge in food and fine wine at Margaret River
Your Itinerary
Expand AllYou can customise your holiday by adding extra nights or activities before of after your Gems of the South West tour. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Upon arrival in Perth at your hotel, you will be met by your Tour Director. From here, we’ll take an informative tour of the city including Kings Park, with the opportunity to take a walk through the Botanical Gardens.
Westin Perth


Day 2 – Perth to Karri Valley
This morning, we travel south and follow the Darling Escarpment. We head to the Northern Jarrah Forest and visit the Forest Discovery Centre in Dwellingup for a history lesson on the forestry industry of WA. We continue on to Harvey, a large dairy and fruit growing area. From here, we explore deeper into orchard country, on to Donnybrook and into the vast Karri and Marri Forests of the Manjimup region. Then, we visit St Aidan Wines for a delicious lunch.
Karri Valley Resort


Day 3 – Gloucester Tree & Pemberton
This morning we take a trip to the Cascades in Gloucester National Park. The Lefroy Brook is an impressive sight as it tumbles over the Cascades. We carry on through the National park to view the Gloucester Tree which was once the second highest fire lookout tree in the world; however, it is no longer used for this purpose. We then join the Pemberton Tramway as it shuffles out of Pemberton and descends deep into the Karri Forest. The tram meanders along the historic line crossing three bridges, stopping at the Cascades before returning to the station.
After some free time in Pemberton, we head to Silkwood Estate. Perched lakeside and with panoramic views of the Karri Forest, this is the perfect place to enjoy award winning wines and lunch.
Later we return to Karri Valley Resort to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the property; a canoe trip on the lake or a walk to the falls.
Karri Valley Resort


Day 4 – Cape Leeuwin & Bunker Bay
Today, we head to the most south-westerly point of the Australian mainland, Cape Leeuwin. Here, we will take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse and view the changing colours at the meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans. We travel via Caves Road and take in several of the famous surfing beaches of this region, including Prevelly Beach and Gracetown before arriving in Yallingup. We then visit the Caves House Hotel for lunch, before arriving at Bunker Bay later this afternoon.
Bunker Bay Resort


Day 5 – Margaret River
Today is a day to experience the fare from the South West. First up, we visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company for a self-guided tour. We then make our way to Leeuwin Estate Winery for lunch, where we experience a combination of fine wine, food, art, and music. Enjoy some free time in the Margaret River township before returning to Bunker Bay later in the afternoon.
Bunker Bay Resort


Day 6 – Bunker Bay to Fremantle
Today, we travel to Busselton on Geographe Bay and walk the famous 1.7-kilometre jetty – the longest in Australia. We travel north through to the port city of Bunbury, where we take in impressive views over the harbour and city. We travel through Australind and on to Mandurah. Here, we stop at the Redmanna Restaurant for lunch and take in the beautiful views of Mandjar Bay.
This afternoon, we head out on the water to explore further, with the chance of spotting dolphins. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers.
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle


Day 7 – Rottnest Island
Early this morning, we depart Fremantle and take a Rottnest Express ferry to Rottnest Island. Here, we experience all that Rottnest has to offer. We’ll take an informative bus tour around the island’s most spectacular locations, with insightful commentary. You might even meet a quokka or two along the way. After lunch, enjoy some free time before setting sail back to Perth via the Swan River. Enjoy a late dinner with your fellow travellers and reminisce about your amazing trip.
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle


Day 8 – Farewell from Perth
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to the airport or East Perth Rail Terminal if you are joining the Indian Pacific.

Your Itinerary
You can customise your holiday by adding extra nights or activities before of after your Gems of the South West tour. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Day 1
| Arrive in Perth
Upon arrival in Perth at your hotel, you will be met by your Tour Director. From here, we’ll take an informative tour of the city including Kings Park, with the opportunity to take a walk through the Botanical Gardens.
Westin Perth

Day 2
| Perth to Karri Valley
This morning, we travel south and follow the Darling Escarpment. We head to the Northern Jarrah Forest and visit the Forest Discovery Centre in Dwellingup for a history lesson on the forestry industry of WA. We continue on to Harvey, a large dairy and fruit growing area. From here, we explore deeper into orchard country, on to Donnybrook and into the vast Karri and Marri Forests of the Manjimup region. Then, we visit St Aidan Wines for a delicious lunch.
Karri Valley Resort

Day 3
| Gloucester Tree & Pemberton
This morning we take a trip to the Cascades in Gloucester National Park. The Lefroy Brook is an impressive sight as it tumbles over the Cascades. We carry on through the National park to view the Gloucester Tree which was once the second highest fire lookout tree in the world; however, it is no longer used for this purpose. We then join the Pemberton Tramway as it shuffles out of Pemberton and descends deep into the Karri Forest. The tram meanders along the historic line crossing three bridges, stopping at the Cascades before returning to the station.
After some free time in Pemberton, we head to Silkwood Estate. Perched lakeside and with panoramic views of the Karri Forest, this is the perfect place to enjoy award winning wines and lunch.
Later we return to Karri Valley Resort to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the property; a canoe trip on the lake or a walk to the falls.
Karri Valley Resort

Day 4
| Cape Leeuwin & Bunker Bay
Today, we head to the most south-westerly point of the Australian mainland, Cape Leeuwin. Here, we will take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse and view the changing colours at the meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans. We travel via Caves Road and take in several of the famous surfing beaches of this region, including Prevelly Beach and Gracetown before arriving in Yallingup. We then visit the Caves House Hotel for lunch, before arriving at Bunker Bay later this afternoon.
Bunker Bay Resort

Day 5
| Margaret River
Today is a day to experience the fare from the South West. First up, we visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company for a self-guided tour. We then make our way to Leeuwin Estate Winery for lunch, where we experience a combination of fine wine, food, art, and music. Enjoy some free time in the Margaret River township before returning to Bunker Bay later in the afternoon.
Bunker Bay Resort

Day 6
| Bunker Bay to Fremantle
Today, we travel to Busselton on Geographe Bay and walk the famous 1.7-kilometre jetty – the longest in Australia. We travel north through to the port city of Bunbury, where we take in impressive views over the harbour and city. We travel through Australind and on to Mandurah. Here, we stop at the Redmanna Restaurant for lunch and take in the beautiful views of Mandjar Bay.
This afternoon, we head out on the water to explore further, with the chance of spotting dolphins. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers.
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

Day 7
| Rottnest Island
Early this morning, we depart Fremantle and take a Rottnest Express ferry to Rottnest Island. Here, we experience all that Rottnest has to offer. We’ll take an informative bus tour around the island’s most spectacular locations, with insightful commentary. You might even meet a quokka or two along the way. After lunch, enjoy some free time before setting sail back to Perth via the Swan River. Enjoy a late dinner with your fellow travellers and reminisce about your amazing trip.
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

Day 8
| Farewell from Perth
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to the airport or East Perth Rail Terminal if you are joining the Indian Pacific.

This Tour Includes
Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book your Gems of the South West escorted tour and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.
You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:
- City stays in Perth before and after your tour
- A stopover in Dubai, Singapore or another destination
Next Step
Please get in touch with our Australia Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Gems of the South West
8 day Escorted tour – from £3225
With flights from £4425
All prices are per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room and include meals shown. Seasonal supplements may apply. Please call Freedom Destinations to confirm departure dates and availability.
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