Top Perth Day Trips

Visit Perth’s favorite local getaway destination on a day trip to Rottnest Island, located just offshore in the Indian Ocean. Travel to Rottnest by high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle (your choice), and then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While you listen to narration from an informative guide, check out landmarks like the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the car-free island at your leisure. You may upgrade when booking to include lunch.

From natural landmarks to Aboriginal culture, this day trip from Perth through Western Australia’s wheat belt area introduces you the regional history and geological beauty that lie outside the city. Visit York, the oldest township in Avon Valley; Wave Rock and Hippo’s Yawn, unusual rock formations; Mulka's Cave, an ancient site sacred to Aboriginals; and make a stop for tea in a quaint country town. During the spring months, make plenty of stops to view wildflowers when they’re spotted during the tour.

Take a day trip to Rottnest Island, a popular Perth getaway due to its white-sand beaches, secluded bays, scenic bike paths and vehicle-free atmosphere. Travel to the island, just off the coast, by high-speed ferry, and then explore at your leisure with included bike rental. Some options are snorkeling or following the trails to West End, Wadjemup or Bathurst Longhouses, the pink salt lakes or include lunch at Karma Rottnest. When booking, select the option that corresponds to your departure location—either Perth or Fremantle.

Explore southwestern highlights on this diverse full-day tour to the Margaret River winemaking region from Perth. Along the way, visit the record-setting Busselton Jetty and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Enjoy a brewery lunch and samples at a boutique brewery, and stop at a local winery to taste the region’s renowned vintages. You also learn about the area’s ancient geologic history as you wander through the magnificent formations of Mammoth Cave.

The otherworldly landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert are one of Western Australia’s most impressive natural wonders, found just north of Perth in the Nambung National Park. On this tour, admire the Pinnacles at their most magical during a sunset visit, enjoy a sunset dinner in the desert, and stay after-dark for a thrilling stargazing experience. Along the way, stop to try sandboarding at the famous Lancelin Sand Dunes, take a guided walk along the banks of Moore River where your tour guide will show plants used by the Aborigines for food and medicine.

Indulge in some of the best wines and foods produced in the Swan Valley on a day trip from Perth. Head into this lush wine region just north of the city, and hop from winery to winery to taste some acclaimed varietals. Visit local wineries for tastings, break for a gourmet winery lunch, and enjoy chocolate, liqueur, cheese, and beer tastings on top. Air-conditioned transport and specified tastings included.

Discover the wondrous wildlife and mystical natural attractions of Western Australia on this full-day tour from Perth. Discover kangaroos and koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park, and learn about the local lobster industry with a tour of a lobster plant and fresh seafood lunch in Cervantes. Take a guided walk through the eerie, lunar-like landscape of Pinnacles Desert, and get your heart racing as you speed through the massive dunes of Lancelin on a sandboarding and 4WD adventure.

Visit Rottnest Island's top destinations on an all-inclusive tour from Perth. After hotel pickup, transfer to the Rottnest ferry, then hop on the bus for a 3.5-hour island tour. See the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnel, Cathedral Rocks, and Cape Vlamingh, and top it off with a historic train ride. Hear live commentary about the island's cultural heritage, and maritime and military history, and have free time to explore. Includes box lunch, morning tea, round-trip ferry, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover Western Australia's oldest wine region on this full-day tour of the Swan Valley from Perth, including lunch. Indulge in a decadent morning tea, followed by wine and cheese tasting, as you cruise down the Swan River and admire views of the Perth skyline. Then, set out on a coach tour of the Swan Valley vineyards, stopping to enjoy wine tastings, tour a brewery, enjoy a set menu lunch, and indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to the Margaret River Chocolate Company.

Cruise through the Swan River Valley from Perth for a relaxing day on the water that includes a stop at a local winery. Take in views of Perth and the riverfront scenery of the upper Swan River while snacking on morning and afternoon tea, and enjoy wine tastings on board the boat before visiting Sandalford Winery for a behind-the-scenes tour and 2-course lunch with more wine tastings. On the return cruise, listen to live entertainment.

A piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a favorite day trip getaway due to its white-sand beaches, isolated turquoise bays, biking paths and vehicle-free environment. Travel to the island on the high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle—make your choice when booking. Then spend your time on the island however you please before returning the same day by ferry. Popular activities include snorkeling, biking and looking for quokkas, the resident wildlife.

Get to know Perth at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off tour that you can customize to suit your interests and time constraints. Cruise around the city by double-decker bus to see sights like the Bell Tower, Kings Park, the Swan River waterfront and the Art Gallery of Western Australia. When booking, you may upgrade, if you wish, to enhance your sightseeing experience with additional activities like a round-trip river cruise to Fremantle, a tram tour, admission to the Fremantle Prison and lunch at the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.

Get a taste of the Swan Valley, Western Australia's oldest wine region, on this 6-hour tour from Perth. Discover the region’s famous grapes with wine tastings at two boutique wineries, sample regional cheeses, then indulge your sweet tooth with hand-made chocolates and truffles at the Margaret River Chocolate Company. Finish with a wine-fuelled cruise along the scenic Swan River and enjoy dazzling views of Perth as you glide back into the city.

See Rottnest Island from the water on this day trip that includes a high-speed adventure wildlife boat ride. Travel to the island, a favorite local getaway due to its secluded beaches and relaxing environment, by high-speed ferry from Perth or Fremantle. Then embark on a adventure thrill ride to look for seals, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life. Afterward, you have free time on the island to explore independently; perhaps rent a bike or go swimming off one of the white-sand beaches. When booking, you may upgrade to include lunch, if you wish.

Spend lunch on the water during this Swan River cruise from Perth. As you glide leisurely down the river from the city to Fremantle, a historical port city located where the river meets the Indian Ocean, feast on a buffet hot dishes, salads, fruit and more. While you eat, take in views of Perth’s waterfront suburbs and yacht clubs.

Watch as the sun sets over the Pinnacle Dessert revealing bright stars blanketing the night sky during this full-day guided tour that includes dinner. Visit Yanchep National Park where you’ll see kangaroos and koalas on route to the limestone formations dotting the Pinnacle Dessert landscape. See the sunset over the Indian Ocean before dinner and then retreat back into the dessert to explore under the starry sky.

Experience the best boutique wineries in Perth on this exclusive small-group Swan Valley tasting tour. Enjoy a guided full-day trip around Australia’s second-oldest wine-making region, with personalized tastings at four award-winning cellar doors, a delicious gourmet lunch, and an artisan cheeseboard. You’ll also end the day on a sweet note with a visit a local chocolate making factory, before returning to the city.

Explore the Swan River Valley's offerings, including wineries, a brewery, and a chocolate factory, on this full-day tour from Perth. Additionally, visit Providore, then hop aboard a cruise boat to make your way back to Perth via the Swan River. Travel with a small group of nine people or fewer, ensuring personalized attention from your guide and an intimate atmosphere. Lunch and wine tastings included.

The desert landscape of the Pinnacles is especially atmospheric at dusk. Skip experiencing it in the company of busloads of tourists on this small-group, full-day tour from Perth. Before heading to the Pinnacles for sunset, visit Yanchep National Park and look for wild kangaroos and koalas. Includes a picnic dinner.

Make the most of your day trip to Rottnest Island with this convenient bike hire and round-trip ferry combo. Collect your bike, hop on the ferry at Hillarys Boat Harbour and savor sensational views of the Perth skyline as you cruise across the Indian Ocean. On arrival, you’ll be all set to explore the car-free island, take in the views from Wadjemup Lighthouse and cycle between the many beaches and bays. When it’s time to leave, simply pedal back to the jetty to catch your return ferry.

Explore some of the best views of Rottnest Island on your 1-hour guided Segway tour. The relaxed holiday vibe of Rottnest’s historic settlement is perfect for Segway touring. Glide along spectacular Thomson Bay, filled with boats and bathers, to the iconic Rottnest pub. Enjoy stories of the settlement’s intriguing past and keep watch for Quokkas. Leaving the settlement, the tour follows beachside paths, exploring popular bays and beaches. The tour concludes back at Kingstown Barracks and you have free time to explore the Island. Why not dive into one of the pristine bays or complete the Quokka selfie challenge. The opportunities are endless.

Discover the delights of Swan Valley’s Food and Wine Trail on this tour from Perth. You have your choice of a morning tour, which features mostly sweet treats, and the afternoon tour that takes in more savory items. As you travel through the scenic wine region, stop at local wineries, breweries, chocolate shops, cafes and more for more than 25 tastings of everything from honey to coffee to cheese to, of course, wine. This small-group tour is limited to 16 people to provide a more personalized experience.

This full day deluxe tasting tour begins with a scenic drive from Perth to the Swan Valley—Australia’s second-oldest wine region. Get the day off off in fine style with a wine and cheese pairing, before visiting more wineries and enjoying a gourmet lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll swing by a local micro brewery to learn about the thriving craft beer scene and visit a chocolate factory and fine foods store.

Wildlife lovers will enjoy the chance to spot dolphins, penguins, and sea lions on one easy cruise. You might also see pelicans and other fantastic Australian birds. This hour-long cruise takes you to the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, rich in sea life, and ends at Penguin Island, where you can see a penguin feeding show.