A luxurious ‘best of Margaret River’ itinerary
McLeod Tours are an award-winning family business based in the Margaret River Region. This is a curated highlights tour from Perth to Margaret River, ideal for getting a flavour of the region’s finest wineries, restaurants, stunning coastline, attractions and wildlife, all with the specialist local knowledge. Guests can relax as we take care of everything – while allowing time to enjoy their beachfront resort facilities.
Price may vary depending on peak season and any additional add-ons. Minimum four people for tour to go ahead.
Tour Departs from Perth City hotel between 7.00am – 7.20am and returns on day 3 between 5:30pm - 6:00pm.
3 Days / 2 Nights
- Three days of touring through national park, wine country and scenic coastal lookouts
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2 x nights’ accommodation (twin share) at Smiths Beach Resort, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World™, nestled behind the dunes of a spectacular beach
- 2 x gourmet breakfasts at Lamont’s Smiths Beach
- 3 x lunches including a premium 3-course Vasse Felix lunch with wine and Rustico at Hayshed Hill 5-course degustation with reserve wine pairing
- Busselton Jetty entry fee, allowing you to walk the famous jetty
- Expert commentary
and Margaret River insights
Your guide will pick you up from your city hotel in Perth CBD. Exact pickup time will be confirmed prior to tour departure.
Take a coffee break and breakfast at the charming seaside town of Mandurah, taking in the beautiful view of the Peel inlet.
Next, stretch your legs on the historic Busselton Jetty, the longest timber pile jetty in the southern hemisphere, reaching 1.8km out into Geographe Bay. Built way back in 1865 hear stories of how this iconic jetty helped shape the south west as we know it today.
Rustico at Hay Shed Hill offers a superb Spanish-inspired degustation and slick service overlooking picturesque rolling vineyards and marri trees. Indulge in a 5-course lunch with reserve wines, and you might be lucky enough to meet the resident wine dog, too.
Check into the luxurious Smiths Beach Resort, take a dip in the pool then watch the sun set over one of Western Australia’s most loved beaches. Following such a generous lunch, many guests prefer to skip dinner or opt for a lighter evening meal (at guest’s expense). Onsite options include Lamont’s Smiths Beach a la carte dining and a Gourmet Deli & Wine store with takeaway fish and chips, ready-made chef-prepared meals and International wines.
Enjoy an excellent a la carte breakfast at Lamont’s Smiths Beach from 7am. We’ll pick you up at 8.30am for a day discovering fine wine, natural wonders and a visit to an award-winning new restaurant.
Marvel at two iconic locations; Surfers Point, the world famous surf break where professionals battle it out for the WSL Margaret River Pro each year, and River Mouth where the meandering Margaret River meets the sea. Learn a little of Margaret River’s history, old and new.
Discover the art of fine wine with a tasting at Leeuwin Estate. Gain valuable insight into the history of the Estate, the winemaking philosophy and browse the collection of artworks featured on the Art Series labels.
Visit the McLeod Family farm where you’ll see Neil’s beloved horses and wild kangaroos in their natural habitat.
Dine at Frui Momento, awarded New Restaurant of the Year 2023 by The West Australian Good Food Guide, with matching Cherubino wines. Delight in the manicured rose garden and boulevard of jasmine. For those of you wondering, ‘Frui Momento’ is Latin for ‘enjoy the moment’ – and you will!
Put your feet up, take a beach walk or enjoy a cocktail by the pool at Smiths Beach Resort. Evening meal at own expense.
Enjoy a delicious a la carte breakfast at Lamont’s Smiths Beach from 7am. Your guide will pick you up at 9am following checkout ready to share spectacular Yallingup coast and lunch at Margaret River’s founding estate followed by the journey back to Perth.
Gaze in awe at Canal Rocks, where water surges through a narrow gap in 600-million-year-old granite rock formations. Stroll across the wooden bridge for a closer look, and admire the many shades of blue in this spectacular stretch of coastline.
Take the scenic drive along the famous Caves Road. Named for the 100+ crystal caves that lie below the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, this beautiful winding road is lined with vineyards, natural bushland, wildflowers and farms.
Vasse Felix offers the ultimate Margaret River wine experience; exquisite service, fascinating history and superb food and wine. First delve into the Estate’s history and folklore with a private tour of the region’s original vineyard, planted in 1967, followed by a tutored tasting of their wines. Then relax in the stylish upstairs restaurant, enjoying an exquisite lunch overlooking the vines.
From Vasse Felix we begin our journey back to Perth, arriving at your Perth CBD hotel between 5.30 and 6pm.
CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW CHARGES
Written notification is required for any cancellation prior to the minimum notice dates
• Low season within 7 days of arrival
• Low season within 28 days of arrival
• High season within 28 days of arrival
• High season within 45 days of arrival
NO SHOWS (Year-Round): Full booking stay will be charged
Full charge 1-night charge Full charge 1-night charge
Neil and his wife Coralie and son Lincoln operate McLeod Tours from part of the old family farm that Neil grew up on, sharing the Margaret River experience with visitors from near and far.
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