2 Day Margaret River Wine Experience
(Overnight at Australis, Margaret River)

The Margaret River Wine Region offers a superb blend of indulgent experiences and stunning nature. This tour will suit wine enthusiasts, offering an afternoon of wine tasting whilst still enjoying the diversity of sightseeing and other attractions.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Perth to Margaret River

Travelling south we stop for morning tea (own expense) at Dawesville Channel. We continue our journey south to the Margaret River Region and visit Xanadu Winery, one of the early established vineyards of the region for wine tasting and the chance to purchase from their extensive cellar and merchandise collection.

Our next stop is at Eagles Heritage Raptor Centre, where you will enjoy a picnic lunch before witnessing raptors being handled up close and be in awe at their amazing speed during a free flight display. Then its time to experience a guided tour of Mammoth Cave, one of over 300 natural underground limestone caves in the district. Travelling south we pass by stunning Boranup Forest, a visual highlight of the region before arriving at Augusta's famous Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, a geographical point of significance marking the dividing point between the Southern and Indian Oceans.

Returning north to the town of Margaret River you will be dropped off at your overnight accommodation, Australis Margaret River, at approximately 5.00pm to check-in and tonight enjoy dinner in the onsite restaurant.

Accomodation: Australis Margaret River - Motel with ensuite rooms, located just out of the town centre.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2 - Margaret River to Perth

This morning is yours to enjoy a sleep-in or to browse the main street of Margaret River township. Enjoy shops featuring works of local crafts people, make a visit to the Margaret River Wine Showroom, located in the Margaret River Visitor Centre. Check-out this morning is at 10.00am; please leave your luggage in storage at the hotel reception so that it can be collected on your return this afternoon. At approximately 11.00am you will be picked up by a local wine touring company for a very enjoyable afternoon out and about sampling some of the regions gourmet delights.

Your afternoon starts on the banks of the Margaret River enjoying a gourmet Aussie style BBQ and informative talk by your local wine guide on appreciating the region's fine wine. Margaret River is responsible for producing less than 2% of Australia's wine but more than 25% of Australia's premium wine, the selection will be impressive at the wineries you visit on tour. See behind the scenes as you visit a barrel room, and to complete your indulgent experience you will also visit The Chocolate Factory, Cheese Factory and a local boutique brewery (time permitting). Your guide is well known to the wineries you visit and will provide you with a great insight into the wine region by the time you return to your hotel at approximately 5.00pm.

Here you will need to collect your luggage and be waiting at reception to meet your coach captain for your return journey to Perth. On our journey home we break at a café for a light dinner at the Busselton Jetty (own expense). Whilst here marvel at this two kilometre construction, the longest timber jetty in the southern hemisphere, return to Perth with arrival at approximately 9.30 pm.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Highlights & Inclusions

Wine tasting outing, Eagles Heritage Raptor Centre, Mammoth Cave & Boranup Forest, Cape Leeuwin, Lighthouse, Luxury coach travel, Expert local commentary

Further Information

Notes

We reserve the right to cancel departures or alter tour itineraries as deemed necessary. Itinerary alterations may occur due to road or weather conditions, accommodation availability, strikes, public holidays, cultural & religious traditions etc.

Cancellation Policy

Due to the extensive organisation involved with touring, a strict cancellation fee will be applicable to compensate for costs and lost revenue. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance to cover against such charges. Once any payment is made the following cancellation fees will apply:

• 0-15 days out, 100% cancellation fee.
• 15 to 30 days out 50% cancellation fee.
• 30 Days + 10% cancellation fee.