Overview
Take your tastebuds on tour and sample the finest things life has to offer on a food-filled six-day luxury private tour through the gourmet heart of Western Australia. Winding along the untamed coast from Esperance to Margaret River, taste the best food and wine in Western Australia. Savour produce sourced from the surrounding land and sea, pull up a seat at some of the country’s most awarded dining tables and expand your culinary horizons with exclusive masterclasses, paddock-to-plate experiences and private tastings.
Along the way, meet the local growers, producers and chefs who know this living pantry best. Artisan produce, world-renowned wine and a gourmet plate of food are never far away in this foodie’s paradise. A gastronomic awakening, this private tour of Margaret River and beyond will satisfy even the most discerning connoisseurs. At the end of each day, relax in your beautiful 5-star accommodation — cheers to that.
Made For You
As this is a private tour, our Made For You Manager can work with you to curate your perfect escape. If off-the-shelf isn’t your style, customise activities, destinations, accommodation, meals and even the vehicle.
Untamed Moments
- Signature dining experience at the critically acclaimed Vasse Felix
- Wander along the postcard-perfect beaches of Esperance and Cape Le Grand National Park
- Enjoy a truffle inspired meal with matching wines at the Truffle Hill
- Meet the makers at Oranje Tractor on a behind the scenes tour and wine flight
- Private tastings at premium cellar doors
- Immerse yourself in the local culture and meet the characters of the region
- Walk among the treetops at the Valley of the Giants
Inclusions
- Flight – Perth to Esperance
- Accommodation – 5 nights (5 star)
- All entry fees, national park fees and activities (exc. Lake Hiller optional extra)
- All meals, beverages and culinary experiences
- Airport transfer
- Transport – 7-seater luxury 4WD
- Local Guide and expert knowledge
Itinerary
Day 1: Esperance and Cape Le Grand
Your epicurean odyssey of the South West embarks from your Perth accommodation at 6.30 am. You will be collected at your hotel by a private vehicle and transferred to Perth Airport for your 8.15 am flight to Esperance. Touching down by the coast, your guide will greet you and, over a coffee in Esperance, chat about what awaits you on your luxury tour.
By late morning, arrive in paradise. A short drive from Esperance and famous for its beach-dwelling kangaroos, blindingly white sandy beaches and calm turquoise ocean, Cape Le Grand National Park is one of Australia’s most iconic national parks. Spend the day soaking up the serenity, including meeting the iconic kangaroos at Lucky Bay, having a swim, and taking an inspiring coastal walk. A gourmet barbecue feast of local produce will be awaiting you, which you will enjoy with breathtaking views over Little Hellfire Bay.
Feeling inspired, by 6 pm, you’ll be settling into your luxurious 5-star villa at the Esperance Chalet Village, an idyllic hideaway nestled among nature. Dinner this evening will be at Esperance’s premier restaurant overlooking the ocean, the Taylor St Quarters.
Accommodation: Esperance Chalet Village (or similar)
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 150 km
Day 2: Esperance to Albany
Enjoy breakfast amongst native wildlife at your accommodation before departing Esperance. Take the jaw-droppingly beautiful Great Ocean Drive, a 40-kilometre loop of pristine beaches, rocky headlands, small bays, and hidden ocean pools. Onwards to Fitzgerald River National Park, which from August to November boasts the most extensive array of wildflowers in the world.
Traverse through East Mt Barren for amazing views and be rewarded with a gourmet picnic lunch. Head off-road for a four-wheel-drive adventure along Hamersley Inlet Road as we continue towards Albany, arriving late afternoon. Here, take in sweeping views over the ocean and township from Mount Clarence before checking into your luxurious king spa room at The Beach House at Bayside. Enjoy fine dining with ocean views at the renowned local restaurant Garrison.
Accommodation: The Beach House at Bayside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 500 km
Day 3: Albany to Denmark
Today is packed with culinary delights, and the first is the Beach House’s iconic ‘Bountiful Breakfast’. Then, feeling satisfied, it’s time to continue our expedition through the Great Southern, stopping at breathtaking coastal rock formations, The Gap and Natural Bridge. By late morning, arrive at Mt Romance for an ethereal relaxation experience at the Cone, the Gong and the Bowl. This private experience combines gongs and sandalwood in a sixteen-sided cone featuring celestial skies—a supremely relaxing yet vitally energising experience.
At lunchtime, arrive at Oranje Tractor for a unique three-hour meet-the-maker experience with the owners Pam and Murray. During this exclusive tour, you will forage in the orchard, picking and tasting the organically grown produce. Be guided to their charming tasting room to experience a five-course wine flight paired with organic food from the farm and region, including cheeses, olives and smoked trout. Notably, Oranje Tractor won Australia’s Best Cellar Door Award in 2019, and Prince Charles and Camilla visited in 2015.
Pop into picturesque boutique brewery Boston Brewing for a beer-tasting paddle on the way to Denmark. Then, check into your luxurious spa villa, nestled among the bush. Tonight, relax at the retreat with a beautiful platter of local produce.
Accommodation: Aiyana Retreat (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 150 km
Day 4: Denmark to Yallingup
This morning, breakfast will be at the retreat before heading towards William Bay National Park. Descend into Greens Pool, a white sandy beach framed by huge granite boulders, and just up the road. Head into the old-growth forests in the Walpole Wilderness region and traverse the Valley of the Giants. Walk 40 metres high into the canopy of Western Australia’s majestic tingle trees, found nowhere else on Earth.
Arriving in the Margaret River region, your lunch experience today will be at Wild Hop Brewery.
In the afternoon, arrive at Smiths Beach Resort in the tiny coastal hamlet of Yallingup, where you’ll settle into your ocean-view room for two nights. Tonight’s fine dining experience is a selection of mouth-watering Australian cuisine at Lamont’s restaurant in the resort. Kate Lamont is one of Western Australia’s most successful chefs, having had a career spanning over three decades. Sit back and relax with views over the ocean, the perfect way to end any day.
Accommodation: Smiths Beach Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 500 km
Day 5: Margaret River
It’s up early today to breakfast with the locals at the White Elephant Beach Café. With sweeping ocean views, it’s also an excellent place for whale watching from August to December. Following breakfast, see the beautiful Margaret River mouth and the world-famous surf break at Surfers Point, then wander through the vibrant township of Margaret River, home to an eclectic mix of boutique stores and galleries. If in town on Saturday, we’ll head to the Margaret River Farmers Markets. Awarded the most outstanding farmers’ market in Australia in 2018, wandering around them allows you to get amongst the locals and taste an array of delicious local produce straight from the farmers themselves.
No visit to this world-class wine region would be complete without visiting its founding estate, Vasse Felix. Relax in the picturesque settings of this critically acclaimed restaurant and enjoy a wine tasting followed by a tantalising three-course à la carte meal. Spend the rest of the afternoon tasting your way around the Margaret River region, which we will tailor to your liking. Options include cellar door visits to Bettenays for nougat tasting, Gabriel’s Chocolate Factory, the Grove Distillery and Wills Domain. For the perfect end of the day, we’ll take a short drive to iconic Meelup Beach. Kick off your shoes, take a stroll along the beach, have a swim, watch the sunset and enjoy a local produce gourmet picnic for dinner.
After a day of pure indulgence on your culinary tour, return to Smiths Beach Resort. Today you will travel approximately 150km.
Accommodation: Smiths Beach Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 150 km
Day 6: Yallingup to Perth
Have a relaxing morning with an in-room or restaurant breakfast courtesy of Lamont’s Restaurant before we check out. Mosey up the coast to Cape Leeuwin-Naturaliste Lighthouse for a walk before heading further north to Busselton to stroll along the world’s second-longest jetty, which stretches 1.8km out into Geographe Bay. The last stop on tour is Origin Markets, where you will taste a plethora of produce from the local growers and perhaps pick up some locally crafted gifts or souvenirs.
We’ll arrive back in Perth around 6 pm, where your guide will drop you at your accommodation and bid you farewell.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance Travelled: Approx. 300 km
Know Before You Go
- As this is a private tour, we can tailor the itinerary to suit your needs by customising activities, flights, destinations, number of nights, accommodation, meal inclusions and vehicle size. In this case, please contact our Groups & Charters Manager, who will prepare a quote for you.
- The flight is operated by Rex and departs Perth at 8.15 am and arrives at Esperance at 9.50 am. Flights are subject to change and will be confirmed a month before departure.
- 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 five-star resorts and retreats. Rates are based on Twin/Double Share. If you are travelling solo, you need to pay the Single Traveller rate for your own room.
- Dietary requirements can be catered for; please advise when booking.
- All passengers must complete an online check-in, including a ‘Fit for Travel’ self-declaration to confirm they are free from illness. Two days before your scheduled departure, you will be emailed a link to complete the online check-in for your tour. This is mandatory and must be completed at the latest 24 hours before departure.
- Please read our full Booking Terms & Conditions before booking your tour.
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What our customers say
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Had an amazing time on the 3 day Kangaroo Island tour! Chris was our guide, and he was phenomenal! We saw so many wild kangaroos, koalas, and seals. Also so many amazing views. We saw all the island’s highlights and more. Accommodations … More were great with the swag camping. No complaints about the food either. Thank you Chris for going above and beyond for us to see the much anticipated wildlife and views!
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My husband and I did a 3 day kangaroo island tour. It was very fun. We experienced sleeping in a tent, do some of a bit stuffs for making lunch and clean up. We saw a lot of wildlife in KI. Too bad we missed the hike as we are doing the … More dolphin swim. But our guide Hannah did a great job of explaining and showing us what KI is all about. It was a short 3 days and would love to experience more of KI when we have the time to go back again.
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My husband and I just returned back to Qld after experiencing the 6 Day Eyre Peninsula & Flinders Ranges Adventure Tour. We had a fabulous time with Steve the tour guide and the great people we met who travelled with us. You get to … More see and experience so much in a small amount of time. We had no idea South Australia is so beautiful and has many beautiful walks, views, food and wine. It really has it all. It's definitely a trip we will remember forever.
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The 10 days of Adelaide to Perth will remain an unforgettable experience to me.
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The selected camping parks and the facilities available were impressive, can't complain. Enough time to explore and enjoy places.
Have to mention - Brendon and Jackson - they were the best guides , really appreciate their hard work, effort and patience to give all of us a wonderful tour experience. The food was delicious, in-plenty and always on-time, never felt disappointed 🙂 .
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