At a Glance
Embrace the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of Australia with a luxury 10 days 4WD overland adventure from Perth to Adelaide. From the wild and beautiful Eyre Peninsula to the Nullarbor and south-west of Western Australia, take on the greatest Aussie outback road trip. Traverse stunning and diverse scenery, pristine beaches, dramatic coastlines, wild outback, once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters, food and wine experiences and Indigenous culture.
Go where the spaces are open and the air is fresh! Departing from Perth, a comfortable 4WD vehicle takes you away from the crowds and into southern Australia’s most remote wilderness regions. Taste your way around the Margaret River wine region and walk in the treetops in the forests of the south-west of Western Australia. Meet the kangaroos of Lucky Bay in Esperance and experience the vastness ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- Local guides and expert knowledge
- Port Lincoln to Adelaide flight
- Airport transfer in Adelaide
- 9 night’s accommodation on a twin share basis
- Tour transportation in comfortable executive 4WD
- All sightseeing, wildlife viewings and guided walks as specified
- All entry fees, national park fees and activities unless stated as an optional extra experience
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
Itinerary
Driving distance: approx. 350km From Perth, begin your 4000km true outback 4WD expedition to the popular seaside town of Busselton. Take a 1.8-kilometer stroll on the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere stretching into the turquoise waters of the stunning Geographe Bay. Along a 30-kilometer coastline of immaculate beaches, enjoy a picnic as you admire the tranquil waters, feel the white sands beneath your toes and unwind under the shady pine trees. Connect deep into one of the best Indigenous cultural experiences in Australia at Koomal Dreaming. Meet a local custodian who will bring the experience to life journeying deep into Ngilgi Cave. Be mesmerized by a live didgeridoo performance inside the Earth amplified by exquisite acoustics of the cave. Delve deeper into Indigenous culture through storytelling and traditional fire-making during this magical 2.5-hour cultural tour. No visit to the Margaret River wine region is complete without a visit to the wineries themselves. Known across the globe for its world class quality food and wine, visit one of Margaret River’s great wineries. Traverse in an indulgent lifetime food and wine experience, your first taste of the region! Come late afternoon, relax in your seaside accommodation at Margaret River Beach Resort. Tonight, continue your food journey showcasing the freshest of local and seasonal produce the Margaret River has to offer. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the locals' favorite, The Common Restaurant. Indulge with coastal views of the breathtaking Margaret River on the sundeck. |
Driving distance: approx. 80km Today is all about food, wine and good times! Walk the footsteps of a local as you enjoy a relaxing breakfast at a local’s favourite café watching the surfers ride the waves at one of the world’s renowned breaks. Spend some time exploring the quaint Margaret River township at your leisure. With something new to discover at every corner feel the indelible buzz with a mix of eclectic craft, artisan stores and galleries, street art and boutique stores. Your gourmet escape continues, ticking off a bucket-list for foodies! This afternoon takes a gastronomic experience into an indulgent lifetime food and wine journey. Margaret River is known across the globe for its award-winning food and wine. Tantalise your taste buds as you taste your way around the region. Visit and go beyond various cellar doors from wine, beer and gin, to dairy and sweet treats, and in amongst the tastings, indulge in a tantalising lunch experience at one of Margaret River’s great restaurants. This evening, relax back at your resort and be treated to a platter of local produce collected throughout the day inspired by the beautiful and freshest ingredients of the Margaret River. |
Driving distance: approx. 350km Today journey inland into the Walpole Wilderness region. Boasting of unspoiled landscape of magnificent karri, jarrah and tingle forests, tranquil rivers and wetlands, striking granite peaks and sheer coastal cliffs that overlook the Southern Ocean. Embark into what feels like a whole new world as you enter the ancient forests in the Walpole Wilderness region and connect with nature at the Valley of the Giants. Walk 40 metres high into the canopy of Western Australia’s 400-year-old majestic tingle trees, found nowhere else on Earth. Break the journey and take a walk at the gorgeous town Denmark, nestled on the banks of Denmark River. Breathe in the fresh air and marvel at majestic tall forests merging onto pristine white sandy beaches. Next, continue along the dreamy coastal drive to Albany and uncover the highlights of Torndirrup National Park. Take a walk to the lookouts of the “Natural Bridge”, sculpted by the Southern Ocean in the coastal granites and formed ‘The Gap”, where waves rush in and out with tremendous ferocity. Watch dramatic Southern Ocean swells surge against vertical cliffs from state-of-the-art viewing platforms, an exhilarate experience. Arrive and relax in your accommodation located in the historic and cultural hub of Albany, opposite the famous local icon, the natural granite Dog Rock. Unwind as you enjoy a delicious dinner overlooking the ocean. |
Driving distance: approx. 480km Start your day exploring around the Albany township, a historically significant region of Western Australia. Get lost into its dramatic whaling convict and rich settler history along its breathtakingly rugged coastline. This charming city marks the spot where the first European settlers set foot in Western Australia, and much of their legacy remains today with colonial buildings standing proudly as museums, galleries and restaurants. Your adventure expands driving amongst granite peaks and majestic forests of the Porongurup Range. Experience its wilderness with a 2-hour walk to Castle Rock. The 4.4km return trail leads to a lookout at the base of the granite outcrop and 6-meter ladder to the suspended walkway on the summit. Worth every bit of effort being rewarded with jaw-dropping views over the region. The breathtaking scenery continues, journeying through the beautiful Stirling Ranges, where it boasts at its most vibrant during wildflower season. Late afternoon, arrive to witness the scene unfold into crystal clear turquoise colours and snow-white sand that quite literally shimmers in the sunlight as you enter the stunning remote town of Esperance. The dreamiest scenes you’ll ever come across. Catch your breath as you marvel at your first taste of one out of many pristine beaches of the ‘Golden Outback’, the stunning Twilight Cove. Only reached by experienced four-wheel drivers, this secluded sweeping beach where its quartz-rich sand crunches under your feet trends 3km to the base of magnificent 70 meters high cliffs. You’ll stay at the Jetty Resort Esperance where the pool awaits for a refreshing afternoon dip after a long day’s journey. Enjoy a scrumptious dinner overlooking the pristine turquoise waters Esperance is known for. |
Driving distance: approx. 80km Words will not describe the beauty you are about to uncover! Remote and utterly remarkable, located 50km east of Esperance is Cape Le Grand National Park, a beach and nature lover’s dream. Take it easy today as you soak in the fine quartz and squeaky-clean white sand between your toes, turquoise waters, untouched islands and colour-filled wildflower country. Among its most famous beauty spots is Australia’s whitest beach, Lucky Bay. Set against a stunning seascape of 110 islands making up an archipelago, the wildlife is in abundance that even the kangaroos can’t resist hanging out here! Always up for a photo, chance upon getting a selfie with the iconic sunbathing kangaroos at Lucky Bay. Spend the day catching a glimpse of the unique flora and fauna in one of the many bush walks just off the beach, stroll along the expansive stretch of Lucky Bay itself, swim in the cool crystal-clear waters, spot the occasional whale in the pristine waters and chance upon kangaroos basking in the sun... because this idyllic lure of Lucky Bay is rather hard to resist! Today is yours to choose as you please as you truly immerse in this unbelievable paradise and reconnect with nature. Unwind back at your resort before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant inspired by the local culinary delights of the region. |
Driving distance: approx. 790km Hit the road and rise with the sun as you begin the greatest drive of your lifetime across the endless expanse of the mighty Nullabor Plain. Feel the wide-open space of Australia's vast outback on the semi-arid Nullarbor. The name literally means ‘No trees’ as there is not a single tree in sight for miles. This seemingly endless expanse of rusty earth and hardy outback is only broken by the odd mob of kangaroos, camels and emus. Break the journey by visiting the ghostly remains of the Old Telegraph Station in Eucla. Marvel at a constantly changing landmark before it disappears under the ever-encroaching white sand dunes. Arrive the border to South Australia, putting your clock forward 1.5 hours. With plentiful stunning red land to uncover, take on a true Aussie outback experience as you hit the off-road dirt track. Four-wheel drive along the Balladonia Track to see some unique historical highlights. With a long and scenic journey ahead, let your expert guide entertain through sharing their passion and knowledge as you sit back, relax and enjoy the changing landscapes of the greatest outback road trip. Tonight, stay at the iconic Border Village Roadhouse, situated on the border of South Australia and Western Australia. Relax and cool off in the pool after today’s journey. |
Driving distance: approx. 480km Your adventure across the world’s largest limestone plain landscape, the mighty Nullarbor, continues. Today discover unique and special sites along the Nullarbor that will excite your road trip. Visit Koonalda Homestead which is a historical property in the Nullarbor National Park. Originally a grazing station, it was established as a fuel and rest stop for people travelling along the Nullarbor in the 1950s, it was abandoned in the 1970’s and now is a unique piece of Australian history. Walk into history as you see old fuel browsers that filled so many vehicles to the wrecks of the cars that didn’t make their final destination. Grasp at how truly epic it was to cross the Nullarbor. Next, play a hole of golf on the longest golf course in the world at Nullarbor Links, spread across two states and two time zones. Delve deeper and onwards to the magnificent Head of Bight, Australia’s ultimate coastal lookout. One of the most significant places for an unparalleled opportunity to view the large numbers of Southern Right whales to congregate “En masse” and give birth in a semi-protected environment. From June to October, spot Southern Right Wales and their young frolicking in the waters of the Great Australian Bite Marine Park. Your adventure culminates towards the most spectacular coastlines on the Great Australian Bite. Wind down your windows as you cruise along untouched coastlines, pristine white sandy beaches and ever-changing seas that are sure to take your breath away. You’ll stay the night in eco-beachfront villas at Ceduna Shelly Beach. Relax and soak in the sun set as you sample fresh local produce and wines. |
Driving distance: approx. 150km Enjoy a well-deserved sleep in today before setting out to the breath-taking Streaky Bay, your first glimpse of the iconic Eyre Peninsula. Wonder the coastal town boasting enticing mosaic of pristine natural wonders, endless sandy beaches, spectacular coastline, fine cafes, pop-up food vans and a charming persona all of its own. Your day culminates in with a unique opportunity to literally dive into the Eyre Peninsula and swim with sea lions and dolphins in one interactive experience. Embark on a 3-hour eco-cruise as the ‘puppy dogs of the sea’ twist and twirl around you while the majestic dolphins play. The call of the wild will literally echo around you as you are welcomed into the water of pure magic inside their natural habitat, where they take charge and meet you on their own terms. (This is a seasonal tour available from September to May and at an additional cost). An alternate itinerary just as unique experience with sea lions is available, if it is not operating or you’d rather stay on dry land. Enjoy a delicious lunch before marvelling at the spectacular scenery of Talia Caves. Follow the walkway and wooden steps down into “The Woolshed”, a large cavern carved into the granite cliff by wave action. Marvel at its honeycombed ceiling, dark crevices and nearby blowholes. Not far away is “The Tub”, a large crater with a tunnel connection to the sea. Come late afternoon, at your beachfront accommodation in Elliston, nestled between the sandhills of stunning Waterloo Bay. There is no better way to grasp the rugged scenic coastline than a beach BQQ dinner. Enjoy gourmet local produce as you listen to the waves and feel the sand between your toes. |
Driving distance: approx. 300km Meander south to the seaside town of Coffin Bay, the southern tip of the Eyre Peninsula and home to the world-famous Coffin Bay oysters. Grasp the vastness and beauty of the stunning Eyre Peninsula at Locks Well and Cumming Lookout. Gain perspective as both locations offer panoramic views of the rugged coastline. After, discover Coffin Bay for what it is known for and witness all that this ‘foodie heaven’ has to offer. Home to a smorgasbord of seafood and world-class oysters, immerse in a unique immerse in a unique Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour, the only tour in Australia where you wade to a working Oyster Farm. Put on some waders, sit in the water and feast on delectable Coffin Bay oysters plucked straight out of the ocean. It’s a once in a lifetime taste sensation! Delight your tastebuds further at the 1802 Oyster Bar, sampling the very best the Eyre Peninsula has to offer. Enjoy a delectable seafood platter lunch devouring on the freshest high-quality seafood overlooking the pristine waters and oyster leases that made the town and its oyster world famous. Escape to the wilderness of the Peninsula as you wander inside Coffin Bay National Park, where pillowy sand dunes meet glassy waters. Brimming with marine life and bushland intertwining with wildlife, chance on crossing paths with kangaroos and emus. Take off your shoes for a stroll at the many hidden and pristine beaches while taking in epic swells, secluded coves and limestone cliffs. Late afternoon, arrive int Port Lincoln, “Australia’s Seafood Capital”. Relax at the plush and modern Port Lincoln Hotel overlooking the magnificent Boston Bay, a fine sanctuary to unwind before your journey home. This evening, relish in a scrumptious final dinner at an award-winning restaurant and tantalise your tastebuds to the very finest ingredients of the Eyre Peninsula. Why not pair it with the region's world class quality local wines to celebrate! |
Driving distance: approx. 150km Pamper yourself to a sleep in this morning before enjoying a relaxing hearty breakfast. Take a leisurely town tour of Port Lincoln, nestled on the banks of Boston Bay, one of the largest protected natural harbours in the world. Absorb the fishing and coastal charm of ‘Australia’s Seafood Capital’ before indulging on an ‘ocean-to-table experience’ at the award-winning Fresh Fish Taste. In the afternoon, head off-road on a 4WD through Wanna Lookout to Sleaford Bay showcasing one of the best sand dunes driving experiences on the Eyre Peninsula. Be rewarded with stunning scenery of massive sculpted sand dunes, pounding surf and rugged limestone cliffs along the Southern Ocean. Animal lovers are in for a treat, keep an eye out for white-bellied sea eagles and long-nosed fur seals. Soak in your last dose of spectacular and dramatic coastal scenery at Whaler’s Bay. An explorer’s wonderland of cliffs, blowholes, crevasses, caves and golden beaches. Next, discover the hidden sanctuary of Mikkira Station. Enjoy an up-close experience to 150 wild colony of adorable koalas living among the many Manna Gum Trees. There is no better way to soak in a perfect conclusion to your unparalleled luxury escape than tasting and sipping on world-class high-quality wine at an exclusive vineyard. Leaving relaxed and on a high, transfer to Port Lincoln Airport for a short 45mins flight to Adelaide. You will be privately transferred to your Adelaide accommodation around 7pm. |
Dates & Prices
Daily departure on request. We can accommodate any group sizes. Group discount for a group of 4 or more people. Please contact us for group bookings and private departures.
More Info
- The departure point is Perth, Western Australia
- The finish point is Adelaide, South Australia
- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Perth and Adelaide
Adelaide and Perth are generally temperate to warm, with summer daytime temperatures between 25 to 35 degrees Celsius. That being said, extreme summer temperatures reaching about 40 degrees Celsius are also possible. Winter temperatures are mild, around 15 degrees Celsius.
Meanwhile The Eyre Peninsula enjoys a Mediterranean style climate, a couple of degrees cooler than Adelaide in summer, and a degree or two warmer in winter. On the coast, average maximum temperatures range from 25-32°C in summer and 12-18°C in winter. Average maximum temperatures are higher inland.
The Nullarbor has a mild semi-arid climate. Temperatures can be extreme: Australia’s highest daily maximum temperature of 49.9 degrees Celsius was recorded here in 2019.
- From 1st April 2022, this tour will only operate for private groups. Prices will be displayed once you select your departure date.
- Flights are operated by Rex and depart Port Lincoln on day ten at 6.25 pm and arrive in Adelaide at 7.10 pm.
- Rex has a 15kg luggage restriction per person plus one 7kg carry on; however, upon presenting a valid itinerary or ticket, passengers with international connections are permitted 20kg. For more details on Rex Baggage Allowance, please visit their website.
- Accommodation is at a variety of quality hotels, apartments and motels. Rates are based on Twin/Double Share. If you are travelling solo, you need to pay the Single Traveller rate for your own room.
- Private tours require a minimum of two people. If you would like to upgrade to a private experience, you can do this during the booking process.
- Any Optional Extra Experiences are outsourced, and therefore the terms and conditions of each operator apply.
- Dietary requirements can be catered for. Please advise at the time of booking.
- Our tours require a minimum of two people to operate, and in the unlikely event, we only have one person confirmed we have some other options available. Firstly, a Single Traveller fee is offered to run the tour with only one person. Secondly, we reserve the right to cancel the trip and arrange an alternative operator (if possible). If the alternative is not suitable, we will refund your tour price in full.
- Sea lions tour does not operate from June to August, and an alternative itinerary for the morning will apply during these months.
- Changes to Itinerary: Our experienced guides will tailor activities on seasonal conditions throughout the year to maximise your experience and enjoyment. Any deviation from this itinerary will be made with serious consideration and passengers' best interest and safety as our number one priority.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.