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Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
TWN18
Overview
Read 3 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 18 Day West Coast Adventure. Experience the best of Australia's west coast on this land journey. Cruise Shark Bay and Ningaloo, explore the Top End and venture into Nitmiluk National Park.
Itinerary
Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Take a guided walk of Kings Park, perched on Mt Eliza. Absorb the city views before a special Welcome Dinner. Stay: Crowne Plaza Perth (D)
Travel to the wheatbelt region of Western Australia and the southern gateway of Australia's stunning Coral Coast, where you'll witness the sublime beauty of the Nambung National Park and see the limestone pillars and the wonders of the Pinnacles. Continue to the resort town of Kalbarri, situated at the mouth of the Murchison River overlooking the Indian Ocean. Stay: Kalbarri Edge Resort (B/D)
Enjoy the Kalbarri Skywalk this morning and take in incredible views of the spectacular gorge and surrounding area. Next you'll set out for the World Heritage-listed Shark Bay. Travel to Hamelin Pool to view some of the world's oldest living fossils, then continue to Monkey Mia where you'll savour two wonderful Insider Experiences. Stay: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (B/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy the beachfront location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort and undertake a special sunset cruise on Shark Bay. In Monkey Mia, feast on a delicious array of specialties during a seafood dinner this evening with wonderful ocean views.
Insider Experience: Enjoy the beachfront location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort and undertake a special sunset cruise on Shark Bay. In Monkey Mia, feast on a delicious array of specialties during a seafood dinner this evening with wonderful ocean views.
Start today with a short stroll down to the shallows of Dolphin Beach to partake in the daily dolphin feeding experience (subject to appearance). With your feet on the sand, look on as wild dolphins swim up to the shore where they are hand fed by rangers. After your wildlife experience, head north and see the coastal scenery as you travel from Monkey Mia to beautiful Exmouth. Stay Two Nights: Exmouth, Potshot Hotel (B/D)
Visit the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef Marine Park for today's Insider Experience. Continue to Vlamingh Head for stunning views of Western Australia's coastline and the Northwest Cape. (B)
Insider Experience: Cruise pristine Ningaloo Reef and watch as tropical fish swim among forests of colourful coral.
Insider Experience: Cruise pristine Ningaloo Reef and watch as tropical fish swim among forests of colourful coral.
Travelling inland from Exmouth, you'll pass through the striking ancient outback landscapes of the Pilbara. Spectacular, sparsely populated, and containing evidence of both the world's oldest pre-historic lifeforms and oldest continuous living culture, the Pilbara is a privilege to explore. Admire the scenery during your journey to beautiful Karijini National Park, your home for the next two nights. Stay Two Nights: Karijini Eco Retreat (B/D)
This morning you'll visit the remote mining town of Tom Price, nestled deep in the Hamersley Range. Here, enjoy a tour of the Tom Price Mine before returning to Karijini. This afternoon, experience the beauty of the park on visits to the stunning oases of Joffre Falls and Dales Gorge, where crystal-clear water and vibrant rock amphitheatres provide a haven in the outback setting. (B/D)
Depart Karijini National Park today and continue over the fiery landscapes of the Pilbara, journeying north to the coastal hub of Port Hedland. Stay: Hospitality Port Hedland (B/L/D)
Soak in more unique landscapes on the road today as you travel through the Great Sandy Desert before arriving in the historic pearling town of Broome. Stay Two Nights: Oaks Broome (B/D)
After breakfast at your hotel, you have the entire day to enjoy this spectacular location at leisure. Perhaps go for a stroll through town or head to the striking red rock faces of Gantheaume Point. (B)
Today you'll leave the coast behind and head inland to the beautiful and remote township of Fitzroy Crossing, set on the banks of the magnificent Fitzroy River and home to many significant cultural sites. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge (B/D)
Cruise stunning Geikie Gorge, where flooding has had an unusual effect on the limestone walls. Then, journey to Halls Creek, situated on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert, Australia's second largest desert. Stay: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel (B/D)
Enjoy the beautiful, rugged scenery of the Kimberley as you travel through the heart of the region to El Questro Wilderness Park/Home Valley Station. Stay Two Nights: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort, tented cabins with ensuites or Home Valley Resort (B/D)
Enjoy a soak in the natural thermal pools of Zebedee Springs. Surrounded by a forest of green palm trees and with a soundtrack of birdsong, you'll feel your cares melt away. Then, join a guided cruise along Chamberlain Gorge. (B/D)
Insider Experience: Set off on a relaxing cruise of the Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region's diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley's longest gorge systems.
Insider Experience: Set off on a relaxing cruise of the Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region's diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley's longest gorge systems.
Journey through beautiful and remote landscapes along the iconic Gibb River Road. Arrive in Lake Argyle where you'll join a wildlife cruise on the Ord River and discover its fascinating ecological system. Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort or similar (B/D)
Depart Kununurra and travel through Timber Creek en route to Katherine. Relax in this amazing setting over dinner this evening. Stay: Contour Hotel Katherine (B/D)
Cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge. Then visit Adelaide River and the heritage-listed Adelaide River War Cemetery en route to Darwin. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Travelodge Darwin (B/D)
Enjoy a guided tour of Darwin including a visit to the fascinating Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility. After the town tour, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Unwind during a Sunset cruise on Shark Bay
- Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia
- Embark on a cruise over World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef
- Visit El Questro Wilderness Park
- 17 nights in premium accommodation
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver
- Airport transfers and porterage are included
- 33 meals - 17 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 15 dinners
- Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices are for land only. Flights not included
Trip Reviews (3) Most Recent 'West Coast Adventure' Reviews
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Trip of a Life Time 6 Maureen, QLD, Australia, May 2018
I have had a dream for 30+ years to see the Bungle Bungles in Western Australia. This year I took a bus tour from Perth to Darwin over 18 days and enjoyed every single moment. I urge anyone looking to see W.A. to seriously consider this tour.
1. It was age appropriate and I have made many new friends, whom just made the trip even more enjoyable. ...read more We became friendly in the first 72 hours and had many laughs over the course of the tour.
2. Accommodations were 4 - 4.5 stars. Only one location was "interesting". The walls were very thin and you could hear someone talking two rooms away. No complaints from me, as it all added to the experience (being only one night that is). The beds in all our accommodations were the most comfortable and were higher off the floor, making it so much easier to get in and out of bed. Great thoughtfulness.
3. Food was fantastic. Breakfast was a big choice buffet, no reason for complaint as catered for gluten free and celiac passengers also. Most dinners were buffet style and a wonderful selection to choose from for all. We did have two dinners with set menu selection, which was mouth watering. Most evenings we met the Chef who was preparing our meals and that was a lovely personal touch for the tour.
4. I can't believe what was fitted into this tour! We saw and experienced so much more than expected. We did 4 or 5 boat tours, visited many environmental centres in the many different environs that make up W.A., saw and experienced the better known tourist attractions, did individual choice tours in Broome, Kununurra and Darwin and loved every minute.
5. We were made feel very welcome on our arrival and departure from our accommodations. Also to any attractions/tours, souvenir shops etc. The staff at Argly Diamond Mine mess deserve a special mention, as we were an extra shift that day and they welcomed us and smiled all the way through our lunch. Such lovely folks.
6. The Big Bus - wow what a beauty! We were a tour of only 16 plus our Tour Director, Kay Chambers, and Bus Driver Extraordinaire, Ian Hunter. We had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the journey, with onboard loo and TV screens so all could see the road ahead. Fantastic innovation by Adams Coaches. Ian was fantastic and always there to help us embark or disembark the coach, if needed, at the front door. Kay was present at the back entry for the same reason. Travelling on this bus was smooth on sealed roads and Ian took great care crossing water courses and the occasional dirt road. He also has a great repertoire of Dad jokes and a fantastic sense of humour, which kept us entertained. Ian also maintained the coach to perfection, cleaning it and making sure anything left on the coach was returned to the correct owner. I cannot commend this gentleman enough. Ian took time to dine with different folks on the tour each dinner or breakfast, to make us feel welcome and seeing that we were enjoying our bus tour. Great gent.
7. Last but most important is the Tour Director - Kay Chambers. What a wonderful woman! We didn't have to concern ourselves about anything other than getting on and off the bus and what to eat. Kay was so organised and made our tour so enjoyable without all the little irritating inconveniences that may occur. She sang for us (she was trained as an opera singer and what a beautiful voice), she entertained us, but most of all made us all feel as though nothing was a problem for her. What a delightful lady to take care of us all. Knowledgeable, funny, caring and organised. I would like to do this tour all over again with all the same players because I had such fun and met wonderful folks.
1. It was age appropriate and I have made many new friends, whom just made the trip even more enjoyable. ...read more We became friendly in the first 72 hours and had many laughs over the course of the tour.
2. Accommodations were 4 - 4.5 stars. Only one location was "interesting". The walls were very thin and you could hear someone talking two rooms away. No complaints from me, as it all added to the experience (being only one night that is). The beds in all our accommodations were the most comfortable and were higher off the floor, making it so much easier to get in and out of bed. Great thoughtfulness.
3. Food was fantastic. Breakfast was a big choice buffet, no reason for complaint as catered for gluten free and celiac passengers also. Most dinners were buffet style and a wonderful selection to choose from for all. We did have two dinners with set menu selection, which was mouth watering. Most evenings we met the Chef who was preparing our meals and that was a lovely personal touch for the tour.
4. I can't believe what was fitted into this tour! We saw and experienced so much more than expected. We did 4 or 5 boat tours, visited many environmental centres in the many different environs that make up W.A., saw and experienced the better known tourist attractions, did individual choice tours in Broome, Kununurra and Darwin and loved every minute.
5. We were made feel very welcome on our arrival and departure from our accommodations. Also to any attractions/tours, souvenir shops etc. The staff at Argly Diamond Mine mess deserve a special mention, as we were an extra shift that day and they welcomed us and smiled all the way through our lunch. Such lovely folks.
6. The Big Bus - wow what a beauty! We were a tour of only 16 plus our Tour Director, Kay Chambers, and Bus Driver Extraordinaire, Ian Hunter. We had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the journey, with onboard loo and TV screens so all could see the road ahead. Fantastic innovation by Adams Coaches. Ian was fantastic and always there to help us embark or disembark the coach, if needed, at the front door. Kay was present at the back entry for the same reason. Travelling on this bus was smooth on sealed roads and Ian took great care crossing water courses and the occasional dirt road. He also has a great repertoire of Dad jokes and a fantastic sense of humour, which kept us entertained. Ian also maintained the coach to perfection, cleaning it and making sure anything left on the coach was returned to the correct owner. I cannot commend this gentleman enough. Ian took time to dine with different folks on the tour each dinner or breakfast, to make us feel welcome and seeing that we were enjoying our bus tour. Great gent.
7. Last but most important is the Tour Director - Kay Chambers. What a wonderful woman! We didn't have to concern ourselves about anything other than getting on and off the bus and what to eat. Kay was so organised and made our tour so enjoyable without all the little irritating inconveniences that may occur. She sang for us (she was trained as an opera singer and what a beautiful voice), she entertained us, but most of all made us all feel as though nothing was a problem for her. What a delightful lady to take care of us all. Knowledgeable, funny, caring and organised. I would like to do this tour all over again with all the same players because I had such fun and met wonderful folks.
Wonderful West Coast Adventure with Travelmarvel 6 Jan & Jim, Australia, Apr 2017
We have done a fair bit of travelling over the past 15 years, mostly overseas, and have just completed one of the best tours ever through WA & NT with Travelmarvel. Our coach was comfortable, roomy, had large viewing windows, free wireless connection, charging points for devices and a spotlessly kept toilet on board. In the questionnaire provided ...read more by our Tour Director I ran out of superlatives to describe Sandy Moore, Tour Director and Andrew Greigs our driver and the wonderful service and commentaries that they provided throughout the trip. Their professionalism, happy natures, and geographical & cultural knowledge of the areas really enhanced the pleasure of our trip.
Meals were excellent and accommodation very good on the whole and the best which was on offer in the remote areas visited. Our travel companions were great, easy to get along with and we all bonded very quickly. Thank you, Yvonne at Global Journeys for your always efficient service and attention to detail. This was our second trip with Travelmarvel and we booked with Global Journeys each time. We have no hesitation in recommending both Global Journeys and Travelmarvel to anyone looking to travel.
Meals were excellent and accommodation very good on the whole and the best which was on offer in the remote areas visited. Our travel companions were great, easy to get along with and we all bonded very quickly. Thank you, Yvonne at Global Journeys for your always efficient service and attention to detail. This was our second trip with Travelmarvel and we booked with Global Journeys each time. We have no hesitation in recommending both Global Journeys and Travelmarvel to anyone looking to travel.
16 day West Coast tour 4 Helen Martyres & Hank Rempe, TAS, Australia, Aug 2016
We very much enjoyed our trip though coach travel would never be my first preference. It was that or we would not have seen the most beautiful coast of WA. I hadn't realized that the 16 day tour was the same as the 18 day tour, apart from the initial and final days. and there were some tours that our fellow travelers booked that I hadn't realized were ...read more available. The tour guide and bus driver were most attentive, almost protective of us, and did much to make the tour as comfortable as possible.
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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