{"id":33094,"date":"2021-02-24T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T00:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=33094"},"modified":"2025-05-02T13:20:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T03:20:33","slug":"western-australia-road-trips-itineraries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/western-australia-road-trips-itineraries\/","title":{"rendered":"Where, What & When: The Ultimate Western Australia Self-Drive Itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This otherworldly land is best explored on a road trip.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A land of dramatic coastlines, striking outback expanses and rich cultural history, Western Australia<\/a> is worth extending your itinerary for \u2013 and what better way to discover it all than on a self-drive journey? Here\u2019s our pick of long-stay itineraries to guide you through the heart of a state<\/a> as diverse as it is spectacular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Road Trip from Perth to Albany<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Day 1-4: Perth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Start your journey in Australia\u2019s sunniest capital city, Perth<\/a> \/ Boorloo. Spend days exploring 19 world-class beaches; Cottesloe Beach is a must-visit for crystal-clear waters while Coogee Beach is ideal for snorkelling. Swim with friendly dolphins in their natural habitat in Rockingham and cruise the Swan River \/ Derbarl Yerrigan to Swan Valley, the only wine region within an Australian capital city, to sample award-winning wines and artisanal treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 5\u20137: The Margaret River Region<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Head south to the Margaret River<\/a> Region, home to some of the world\u2019s most celebrated wineries. Try Vasse Felix, the region’s first vineyard known for premium cabernet sauvignon, and Leeuwin Estate, boasting an award-winning art series chardonnay and rich cellar door experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The nearby Cape to Cape Track takes you past pristine headlands and karri forests, with indulgent food and wine experiences along the way. Visit the longest jetty in the southern hemisphere in Busselton \/ Undalup and explore the ancient crystal formations of Ngilgi Cave in Yallingup. Don\u2019t miss the surreal Mammoth and Jewel Caves, home to limestone stalagmites and stalactites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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