8 Day Historic Goldfields Albany and Esperance

Itinerary Details

Day 1

(MD, Motel) Departing from the East Perth Railway terminal early we relax aboard the Prospector Train along the Avon River up the Darling Scarp into the Wheatbelt and through the goldfields to Kalgoorlie for three nights.

Day 2

(CB, PD, Motel) Off to see the old Gold Towns to the north, starting in Broad Arrow before lunch then Ora Banda. North again from here is Menzies. From Menzies, we head west to the world-renowned Antony Gormley statues on Lake Ballard. Return to Kalgoorlie.

Day 3

(CB, MD, Motel) We have a tour of Kalgoorlie and Boulder then free time for lunch before a visit to the Super Pit lookout and the famous Two Up Ring. We finish up the day at the Royal Flying Doctor Base for an interesting tour. Note: RFDS Base Tour included.

Day 4

(CB, MD Motel) South via Coolgardie to Norseman where over 100 tonnes of Gold has been taken out of the ground here since 1892. Continuing through Salmon Gums and the area heavily affected by fire in November 2015, to Esperance for two nights.

Day 5

(CB, MD, Motel) A full day in Esperance commences with a boat cruise in the harbour and nearby stunning islands. After lunch enjoy some free time to explore Esperance. We take a delightful trip along the coast, Twilight Drive and return to Esperance via Pink Lake. Note: Boat Cruise included.

Day 6

(FB, MD, Motel) Departing Esperance it is on to Ravensthorpe and Jerramungup before turning out to Bremer Bay. We have a delightful time in Bremer Bay visiting the town, the very beautiful beaches and scenery in the area. Later we reach Albany for the last two nights.

Day 7

(FB, MD, Motel) Departing Albany to Southern West Australia’s highest peak, Bluff Knoll in the Stirling Ranges. Then via the very impressive Stirling Range Drive to Mt Barker. Return to Albany for a wine tasting. Note: Wine tasting included.

Day 8

(CB) Morning tour of Albany City then to Mount Clarence and The National ANZAC Centre on Mount Adelaide. After lunch travel via Albany Highway through Kojonup and Williams to return to Perth. Note: Entry to ANZAC Centre included.