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Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park
Dolphins, Mauritius
Vineyard, Margaret River
Karri
Tree Top Walk, Valley of the Giants
Little Beach, Albany
Wave Rock, Western Australia
Kings Park, Perth

South West Corner

11 day Self Drive – from £945

With flights from £2045

Discover Australia’s South West Corner before everybody else! With stunning coastline, welcoming towns and mesmerising outback landscapes it’s no wonder the region is starting to get a little attention.

Highlights:
  • Sample Margaret River’s world famous wines and produce
  • Relax on the pristine beaches of Esperance
  • Feel a 100 feet tall on the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk
  • Marvel at Wave Rock, rising from the outback

Your Itinerary

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You can customise your South West Australia self drive itinerary by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Dolphins, Mauritius

Day 1 – Perth to Bunbury

After picking up your car from the Perth city depot or airport, head south on the…

After picking up your car from the Perth city depot or airport, head south on the Kwinana Freeway and Forrest Highway and once you arrive into Bunbury get ready for possible dolphin sightings.

For a truly unique experience, take a dolphin swim tour or hop on a dolphin eco cruise (own expense). Alternatively, you can opt to take the scenic country route from Perth through the picturesque rolling pastures and orchards of Harvey and Dardanup, picking up some fresh local produce along the way.

    Perth > Bunbury | 173 kms

    Quality Hotel Lighthouse

Dolphins, Mauritius
Vineyard, Margaret River

Day 2 to 3 – Margaret River

Today drive is a short one to Margaret River so you may wish to make a…

Today drive is a short one to Margaret River so you may wish to make a few stops along the way.

At Busselton overlook Geographe Bay and walk or ride the train (own expense) along the longest timber jetty in the southern hemisphere. In Dunsborough and Yallingup discover the natural wonders, history and legends of Ngilgi Cave or catch the sunset at Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.

On your arrival into Margaret River you may wish to explore the quaint township or head straight to one of your favourite vineyards for a cellar tasting.

A two night stay in this region will give you plenty of time to explore the wineries and local food producers, beaches and national parks.

    Bunbury > Margaret River | 100 kms

    Stay Margaret River

Vineyard, Margaret River
Karri

Day 4 – Pemberton

Leave Margaret River and travel south on one of the State’s most scenic drives, Caves Road….

Leave Margaret River and travel south on one of the State’s most scenic drives, Caves Road. See two oceans meet at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and then make your way to the tall timber country surrounding Pemberton, including a visit to see the spectacular Karri trees in Gloucester National Park.

    Margaret River > Pemberton | 135 kms

    Karri Valley Resort

Karri
Tree Top Walk, Valley of the Giants

Day 5 – Denmark

Depart Pemberton for the world famous Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in Walpole-Nornalup National…

Depart Pemberton for the world famous Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in Walpole-Nornalup National Park. Continue along the coast and stop at the stunning Greens Pools before arriving into Denmark.

    Pemberton > Denmark | 187 kms

    Karma Chalets

Tree Top Walk, Valley of the Giants
Little Beach, Albany

Day 6 to 7 – Albany

From Denmark, a 55 minute drive east through Albany will bring you to Discovery Bay and…

From Denmark, a 55 minute drive east through Albany will bring you to Discovery Bay and the state-of-the-art National Anzac Centre, where history comes alive with an informative journey outlining some of the lives of the 40,000 Anzacs who fought in the First World War.

A two night stay in Western Australia’s oldest town, Albany, will give you plenty of time to explore and visit the local popular attractions including Whale World, The Gap, Natural Bridge and Albany Wind Farm.

    Denmark > Albany | 57 kms

    The Clarence on Melville, Albany

Little Beach, Albany
Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park

Day 8 to 9 – Esperance

Follow the coastline to the beautiful beaches of Esperance. Today is a long drive so you…

Follow the coastline to the beautiful beaches of Esperance. Today is a long drive so you may wish to stop in Bremer Bay to break up the drive. If you are travelling between January and October, you may spot some whales. Continue along the coast and if time permits, you may wish to stop in at Hopetoun before continuing onto Esperance for a 2 night stay.

Esperance is home to some of the South West’s most beautiful coastline Enjoy the crystal blue waters and spectacular sights of Cape Le Grand National Park. Cruise through the Recherche Archipelago or take the 40 kilometre Great Ocean Drive, stopping at the amazing Pink Lake and the Wind Farm.

    Albany > Esperance | 410 kms

    Comfort Inn Bay of Isles

Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park
Wave Rock, Western Australia

Day 10 – Hyden

Drive 380 kilometres from the coast, and through the Wheatbelt towns of Ravensthorpe, Lake King and…

Drive 380 kilometres from the coast, and through the Wheatbelt towns of Ravensthorpe, Lake King and Hyden to reach one of the region’s famous natural formations – Wave Rock, a 15 metre high cresting wave of solid granite shaped by the forces of nature over two billion years. As you explore Wave Rock’s 160-hectare nature reserve, be sure to visit Mulka’s Cave where a local Aboriginal legend is retold through more than 450 ancient rock paintings.

    Esperance > Hyden | 383 kms

    Wave Rock Motel

Wave Rock, Western Australia
Kings Park, Perth

Day 11 – Perth

Today’s drive takes you back to Perth through the golden outback. We would recommend a late…

Today’s drive takes you back to Perth through the golden outback. We would recommend a late evening flight for your onward journey or a post night in Perth to enjoy the leisurely drive back to the city.

    Hyden > Perth | 332 kms
Kings Park, Perth

Your Itinerary

You can customise your South West Australia self drive itinerary by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Day 1

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Perth to Bunbury

After picking up your car from the Perth city depot or airport, head south on the Kwinana Freeway and Forrest Highway and once you arrive into Bunbury get ready for possible dolphin sightings.

For a truly unique experience, take a dolphin swim tour or hop on a dolphin eco cruise (own expense). Alternatively, you can opt to take the scenic country route from Perth through the picturesque rolling pastures and orchards of Harvey and Dardanup, picking up some fresh local produce along the way.

    Perth > Bunbury | 173 kms

    Quality Hotel Lighthouse

Dolphins, Mauritius

Day 2 to 3

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Margaret River

Today drive is a short one to Margaret River so you may wish to make a few stops along the way.

At Busselton overlook Geographe Bay and walk or ride the train (own expense) along the longest timber jetty in the southern hemisphere. In Dunsborough and Yallingup discover the natural wonders, history and legends of Ngilgi Cave or catch the sunset at Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.

On your arrival into Margaret River you may wish to explore the quaint township or head straight to one of your favourite vineyards for a cellar tasting.

A two night stay in this region will give you plenty of time to explore the wineries and local food producers, beaches and national parks.

    Bunbury > Margaret River | 100 kms

    Stay Margaret River

Vineyard, Margaret River

Day 4

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Pemberton

Leave Margaret River and travel south on one of the State’s most scenic drives, Caves Road. See two oceans meet at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and then make your way to the tall timber country surrounding Pemberton, including a visit to see the spectacular Karri trees in Gloucester National Park.

    Margaret River > Pemberton | 135 kms

    Karri Valley Resort

Karri

Day 5

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Denmark

Depart Pemberton for the world famous Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in Walpole-Nornalup National Park. Continue along the coast and stop at the stunning Greens Pools before arriving into Denmark.

    Pemberton > Denmark | 187 kms

    Karma Chalets

Tree Top Walk, Valley of the Giants

Day 6 to 7

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Albany

From Denmark, a 55 minute drive east through Albany will bring you to Discovery Bay and the state-of-the-art National Anzac Centre, where history comes alive with an informative journey outlining some of the lives of the 40,000 Anzacs who fought in the First World War.

A two night stay in Western Australia’s oldest town, Albany, will give you plenty of time to explore and visit the local popular attractions including Whale World, The Gap, Natural Bridge and Albany Wind Farm.

    Denmark > Albany | 57 kms

    The Clarence on Melville, Albany

Little Beach, Albany

Day 8 to 9

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Esperance

Follow the coastline to the beautiful beaches of Esperance. Today is a long drive so you may wish to stop in Bremer Bay to break up the drive. If you are travelling between January and October, you may spot some whales. Continue along the coast and if time permits, you may wish to stop in at Hopetoun before continuing onto Esperance for a 2 night stay.

Esperance is home to some of the South West’s most beautiful coastline Enjoy the crystal blue waters and spectacular sights of Cape Le Grand National Park. Cruise through the Recherche Archipelago or take the 40 kilometre Great Ocean Drive, stopping at the amazing Pink Lake and the Wind Farm.

    Albany > Esperance | 410 kms

    Comfort Inn Bay of Isles

Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park

Day 10

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Hyden

Drive 380 kilometres from the coast, and through the Wheatbelt towns of Ravensthorpe, Lake King and Hyden to reach one of the region’s famous natural formations – Wave Rock, a 15 metre high cresting wave of solid granite shaped by the forces of nature over two billion years. As you explore Wave Rock’s 160-hectare nature reserve, be sure to visit Mulka’s Cave where a local Aboriginal legend is retold through more than 450 ancient rock paintings.

    Esperance > Hyden | 383 kms

    Wave Rock Motel

Wave Rock, Western Australia

Day 11

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Perth

Today’s drive takes you back to Perth through the golden outback. We would recommend a late evening flight for your onward journey or a post night in Perth to enjoy the leisurely drive back to the city.

    Hyden > Perth | 332 kms
Kings Park, Perth

This Self Drive Includes

10 nights accommodation
10 nights car hire, with unlimited kilometers

Flights & More

Ask your FREEDOM Consultant to include Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for a complete ABTA and ATOL protected package.

They can also add extra nights and experiences in places you choose, to create the exact holiday you are looking for. Popular options include:

  • An upgrade to deluxe hotels from £158
  • Extra nights in Perth, Margaret River or any location en route
  • An overnight Rottnest Island Explorer before or after your self drive

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.

South West Corner

11 day Self Drive – from £945

With flights from £2045

All prices are per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room, and include pre-booked accommodation, air-conditioned car and unlimited kilometres. Hotels specified are subject to availability and may be substituted by one of a similar or higher standard. Seasonal supplements may apply.

Due to the regional aspect of this self drive, deluxe hotels may be the same as the standard option but using a higher grade of room type.

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