Out & About in WA Perth & Surrounds A selection of single or multiple day tour itineraries for corporate and incentive buyers visiting Western Australia. Perth & Surrounds 2 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Contents Introduction to Perth & Surrounds 3 Location Map 5 Itineraries Perth City: 3 days 7 Fremantle: 1 day 9 Swan Valley: 1 day 11 Rottnest Island: 1 day 13 Rockingham/Mandurah: 1 day 15 1 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 2 Population 2,589,000 2,000,000 people in WA people in Perth Introduction to Perth and its surrounds Perth is a vibrant, yet easy-going city integrated with man-made marvels and Climate surrounded by natural attractions - the beautiful Swan River, Kings Park and Botanic From the mediterranean Garden and the breathtaking sandy beaches that border the Indian Ocean. Add bright climate in the south, desert blue skies and an average of eight hours sunshine every day, more than any other in the east and tropical conditions in the north, Australian capital city, and you’d have to agree that Perth really does have it all. WA has a truly diverse climate. Unique Australian flora Rooftop Cinema, Incredible marine life around Discover small bars Stunning beaches abound Renowned world-class wineries in Kings Park Perth City Rottnest Island and restaurants in the Swan Valley 3 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 4 Locations: Perth City, Fremantle, Rottnest Island & Rockingham Rottnest Island Fremantle walking tours Hillarys Boat Harbour Swan Valley Perth - Swan Valley Perth 13.2km 24 mins Fremantle Markets Hawkers Markets in Perth city Rottnest Island Fremantle Perth - Fremantle 21.7km 34 mins Rockingham Perth - Rockingham Perth city nightlife 49.1km 45 mins Elizabeth Quay, Perth Mandurah Perth - Mandurah 72km 57 mins The Swan Valley 5 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 6 Itineraries: Perth City: 3 Days DAY 1: Morning Activity Duration Cost DAY 3: Morning Activity Duration Cost Orientation Tour of the City with 2 hrs $35 – 55 Walk to Perth Mint via Supreme Court 1 hr $25 Operator Two Feet & a Heartbeat. Gardens and Cathedral Square stopping for coffee in the State Buildings. Enjoy Lunch in the City - choose 2 hrs $10 – 100 from 200 venues. a guided tour of our grand heritage building, secured vaults, and 1899 DAY 1: Afternoon Activity Duration Cost melting house where you can see a live gold pour. Hear tales of the Mint’s golden Free guided walk in Kings Park led by 1.5 hrs Free past, and learn of the gold mining legends Kings Park Volunteer Guides, departing and events that have shaped WA. daily from Fraser Avenue, outside Aspects of Kings Park. A short stroll to Point Fraser and 2 hrs $20 - 50 Dinner at Frasers Restaurant in Kings 2 hrs $50 - 100 Ku De Ta for lunch overlooking the Park overlooking the City. Swan River. DAY 3: Afternoon Activity Duration Cost Shopping in the city from high-end 3 hrs Free DAY 2: Morning Activity Duration Cost fashion boutiques and homogenous Take the ferry from Elizabeth Quay to 30 mins Free shopping centre stores to indigenous art South Perth to visit the Perth Zoo. sellers, homemade craft stalls and plenty of gourmand markets. Then head to the Eye to Eye – Best of Australia 2 hrs $110 Wesley Quarter for a bit of glamour and interactive Tour. Northbridge for chic local design. Key areas: Hay Street and Murray Street Enjoy a special behind the scenes view of a range of remarkable Australian pedestrian-only malls ably replicate animals alongside one of Perth Zoo’s professional Keepers. the best high street shopping, while King Street has designer boutiques and Lunch in South Perth Foreshore at 2 hrs $20 - 50 galleries selling Aboriginal art. Rambla On Swan. DAY 2: Afternoon Activity Duration Cost As the sunniest city in Australia, Perth is the perfect city to spend Foreshore Tour or Riverside Tour with 1 or 1.5 hrs $79 – 129 Segway Tours WA. the day exploring. Discover the vibrant dining and small bar scene, Dinner at Aqua Bar, or Revelry within the 2 hrs $50 – 100 take a walking tour to admire street art-filled laneways or spend new Elizabeth Quay. time in the sun at Elizabeth Quay; the new landmark waterfront development reconnecting Perth city with the Swan River to create a dynamic new entertainment and leisure precinct. 7 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 8 Itineraries: Fremantle: 1 Day Morning Activity Duration Cost Do one of five tours at the historic 1.5 - 2.5 hours $26-$60 Fremantle Prison. Head to the iconic Fremantle Fishing Boat 2 hours $15-$20 Harbour and dine on Fish & Chips by the water at Cicerello’s. Afternoon Activity Duration Cost Hop-On and Hop-Off tour with the 1-3 hours $28 Fremantle Tram – tour highlights include The Roundhouse, WA Maritime Museum and Cappuccino Strip. Dinner at an Italian restaurant along the 2 hours $30-$80 cappuccino strip or iconic local brewery Little Creatures . The port city of Fremantle is famed for its rich cultural heritage, lively entertainment spots, maritime & penal history and alternative, alfresco lifestyle. Over 150 buildings in the port city have been heritage listed by the National Trust, recognising Freo as the best preserved 19th century seaport in the world. 9 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 10 Itineraries: Swan Valley: 1 Day Morning Activity Duration Cost Depart the Barrack St Jetty with 7hr 15 mins $169.00 Captain Cook Cruises and cruise up the Swan River to the Swan Valley. Disembark at Sandalford Estate – enjoy a behind the scenes tour of the Winery and a two-course gourmet lunch. Head back to Perth down the Swan River – enjoying afternoon tea and entertainment on board the cruise. OR: Duration Cost Drive to the history rich village 1.5 hours $25-$30 of Guildford and dine amongst antique stores. Visit local gourmet food and wine 2 hours producers The House of Honey, Mondo Nougat, Morish Nuts, Lancaster Wines and more. Enjoy lunch at Mandoon Estate - 2 hours $20-$50 choose from a fine dining restaurant, microbrewery, cellar door or outdoor beer garden and deli. Spend the afternoon with Kangaroos 4 hours $100-150 on the Golf Course at the Novotel Swan Valley Vines Resort, then finish the day with cocktails and dinner overlooking the golf course. As the original market town of Perth, it’s no surprise the Swan Valley is known as ‘The Valley of Taste’. Here you will find Perth’s premium food and wines destination, home to wineries, restaurants, breweries, distilleries and artisan wares. 11 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 12 Itineraries: Rottnest Island: 1 Day Morning Activity Duration Cost Depart from Barrack Street Jetty, Perth 90 mins $105.00 (return) City or B-Shed, Fremantle for Rottnest (Barrack St) with Rottnest Express. 25 mins $85.00 (return) (B-Shed) Or depart from Hillarys Boat Harbour 45 mins $85.50 (return) with Rottnest Fast Ferries. Take Rottnest Express’s Adventure 90 mins $27.00 Boat Tour aboard a purpose-built, high- powered vessel to explore the island’s wild side and witness abundant wildlife up close including migrating humpback whales (Sept-Nov) and fur seal colony. Or take Rottnest Fast Ferries’ Ultimate Full Day $174.00 Adventure Package - The Eco Express will complete a full circumnavigation of Rottnest waters which are teeming with wildlife. Escape to Rottnest Island, just 19km off Afternoon Activity Duration Cost the coast, Perth’s very own island paradise Back on Rottnest Island – have lunch at 2 hours $20-$40 Hotel Rottnest, enjoying the view across is where you can relax, swim and explore the ocean back to Perth. some of Western Australia’s finest Spend the afternoon touring the island 2-3 hours Bike Hire: and spending time at one or many of $16-$30 beaches and bays. the 63 bays. Island Explorer Hire a bike from Pedal & Flipper, jump Bus: $20 on an Island Explorer Bus, learn about the history of Rottnest with a Segway Tours Segway WA Tour: WA or splash out on a Scenic Joy Flight $63 - 92 with Rottnest Air Taxis. Rottnest Air Taxis: $89-$199 13 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds 14 Itineraries: Rockingham: 1 Day Morning Activity Duration Cost Drive to Rockingham or catch 1 hour from Rockingham Wild Encounter’s coach. Perth city (40 mins) Visit Penguin Island - Rockingham Wild 2 hours - 1 day $30-$180 Encounter’s Ferry, Cruise or Sea Kayak to see wild dolphins, penguins & sea lions. Or even swim with Wild Dolphins. 3-6 hours $225 (coach included) or $205 (Rockingham) Afternoon Activity Duration Cost Dine at Pengo’s Café, Penguin Island 1.5 hours $13-$24 on the shores of Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Rockingham opens onto the sheltered waters of Cockburn Sound, home to one of Perth’s hidden treasures the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park including Penguin Island, where some of the world’s finest displays of wild sealife and birdlife can be found. 15 Out & About in WA: Perth & Surrounds Our Suppliers CBD Perth Surrounds Suppliers Little Creatures Phone: 08 9430 5555 Two Feet & a Heartbeat Fremantle Prison Web: www.littlecreatures.com.au Phone: 1800 459 388 Phone: 08 9336 9200 Email: [email protected] Web: www.twofeet.com.au Aqua Bar Web: www.fremantleprison.com.au Captain Cook Cruises Email: [email protected] Phone: 08 9325 3700 Email: [email protected] Phone: 08 9325 3341 Web: www.aqua-bar.com.au Fraser’s Restaurant Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour Web: www.captaincookcruises.com.au Email: [email protected] Phone: 08 9482 0127