NRMA Insurance Ashes Series Tour Packages

Margaret River & The Southwest

Leaving Perth at 8am our journey takes us south though the coastal towns of Mandurah and Bunbury to Busselton for our morning stop. We can stretch our legs at the iconic Busselton Jetty, the longest timber jetty in the southern hemisphere. (please note there is not enough time at this stop to walk the full length of the jetty). Next, we head to Margaret River and enjoy a wine or beer tasting before lunch at the Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co.

This afternoon we head to Cape Leeuwin where we can take in the amazing views of where the Southern Ocean and the Indian Ocean meet. Located here is the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the tallest Lighthouse on Mainland Australia and is still a vital working lighthouse for vessels navigating the treacherous cape.

Retracing our steps we have an afternoon stop at the Margaret River Chocolate Factory then make our way back to Perth returning aorund 7pm.

Inclusions
Lunch and beer or wine tasting at Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co
Entry to Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
Visit to Margaret River Chocolate Factory

Price
£132pp

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The Pinnacles Desert & Cervantes

We head north away from Perth towards the Yanchep National Park for a quick comfort stop and an opportunity to see the Koalas and Kangaroos. Then it’s onwards to Nambung National Park to see the mystical Pinnacle Desert for an easy paced walk through the fascinating landscape, giving you the opportunity to really embrace this amazing and mystical place. We also visit the Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre to learn more about the Pinnacles and the cultural and natural heritage of the area.

Following the highlight visit to the Pinnacles, it’s on to the seafood-based town of Cervantes for your included fish and chip lunch.

After lunch we head back towards Perth to visit the iconic Swan Valley and sample some of the regions famed providores offering such delights as chocolate, nougat and gourmet nuts.

Once we have had our fill of the gorgeous Swan Valley, we head straight back to Perth down Guildford Road arriving at approximately 6:30pm.

Inclusions
Fish & Chips Lunch
Nambung National Park Entry Fee
Visit to Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre

Price
£122pp

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Wave Rock

Journey through Western Australia’s wheatbelt to Hyden – home of Wave Rock, truly one of Australia’s most incredible natural landforms. Heading east, we have our morning stop in historic York, the first township founded in the Avon Valley.

Next, we travel the Wheatbelt Highway through the agricultural towns of Corrigin and Kondinin, through outback farming country. We are given a glimpse of Australian country life on passing by the infamous Dog Cemetery, a shrine to man’s best friend and an integral part of farming life.

Late morning we arrive at Hippo’s Yawn, a rock formation which resembles a Hippopotamus yawning. We then break for an Aussie country style lunch at the Wildflower Shop. Whilst here, visit either a Wildlife Park, view a unique Antique Lace Collection – even featuring lace from Lady Diana, or visit the amazing Toy Soldier Museum. Then we move on to see the spectacular prehistoric rock formation of Wave Rock and sacred Aboriginal sites. Leaving Wave Rock we now visit Mulka’s Cave.

We return to Perth with a comfort stop on the way, arriving at approximately at 8:00pm.

Inclusions
Lunch at the Wildflower Shop
Guided tour of Wave Rock
Entry to Wave Rock Wildlife Park, Toy Soldier Shop, Lace Collection.

Price
£146pp