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Cape to Cape Track & the Margaret River
Wine & Adventure go hand in hand together on this inspiring journey on the south-western coast of Western Australia. Sample fine wines and exquisite gastronomy while marvelling at the splendours of the beautiful Indian Ocean coastline on the inspiring Cape to Cape track.
HIGHLIGHTS
Experience a potent combination of wine, gastronomy & adventure
Stay in the exquisite Cape Lodge and the stunning Injidup Spa Retreat
Discover the beautiful Indian Ocean coastline on the Cape to Cape Track
ITINERARY
DAY 1: PERTH / YALLINGUP
Today, be met and transfer to Perth Domestic Airport for embarkation on your private jet journey to the beautiful Margaret River region. On arrival, your experience begins with at the spectacular Voyager Estate where you will be introduced to the region's iconic Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot where you have the opportunity to taste the vintages as well as the elusive Tom Price range. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch with pairing wines served and an amazing introduction to the region's refined gastronomy. Thereafter, retreat to the Cape Lodge, nestled in the heart of the Margaret River in a beautiful forest estate.
Overnight: Cape Lodge,
Meals: Lunch
DAY 2: YALLINGUP
We enjoy a remarkable second day with a short drive to Redgate Beach in the morning, renowned for its surf and white sand beach where we begin our walk on the central section of the Cape to Cape Track. After leaving the sandy beach, we walk through a shady melaluca grove before winding through native shrubs and limestone formations up to the clifftop. Bobs Hollow, an impressive open air limestone cave is just one of the many sights to enjoy along this section before admiring spectacular views at the clifftop over Contos Beach and the coastlines. We then continue our walk into the forest, with some of the most spellbinding and towering woodland of karri forests in Australia. Rejoin your vehicle and thereafter, a short drive takes us to the Vasse Felix, Margaret River's founding wine estate where we walk through the region's oldest vines and gain an immersive experience into the winemaking and production followed by a tasting of its signature collections followed by a well-deserved and sumptuous lunch paired with the exquisite wine of Vasse Felix.
Overnight: Cape Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 3: YALLINGUP
Today, we venture to the northern section of the Cape to Cape Track beginning with a short drive to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse to marvel at the spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, Cape Naturaliste and the stunning Geographe Bay. From here, we will enjoy a scenic walk amongst native bush and shrubs and enjoy beautiful views of the coast on an hour's gentle walk to the impressive Sugarloaf Rock, beautifully-sculptured and weathered by nature's forces that created one of the most unmistakable icons of the Margaret River region. We then rejoin your vehicle for a short drive to the Lamont's Restaurant to enjoy some coffee and local cakes before returning to the coast to marvel at the dramatic Canal Rocks, created and chiselled by thousands of years of erosion and weathering. We begin our walk along the sandy beaches dominated by orange granite rocks, limestone ridges and rural scenery before arriving at the Injidup Spa Retreat, nestled high above the cliffs overlooking the magical Indian Ocean. After some rest, this evening, tuck into a Private Chef Dining Experience with a 4-course dinner served in the comfort of your villa.
Overnight: Injidup Spa Retreat, Yallingup
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 4: YALLINGUP
We drive to the southern section of the Cape to Cape Track today and stop at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian Ocean meets the Southern Ocean. Thereafter, continue to visit the Jewel Cave, with its three massive chambers and home to an amazing array of stalactites. Later, consider a stop at Hamelin Bay, where in summer, an amazing opportunity to interact up close and personal with the resident population of friendly giant stingrays who patrol the clear waters and beach. We then return to Injidup Spa Retreat where en route, a chance to stop by at the cellar of the renowned Cape Mentelle Vineyards. Spend the rest of the day at leisure and enjoy a pampering spa treatment experience to relax and rejuvenate.
Overnight: Injidup Spa Retreat, Yallingup
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: YALLINGUP / PERTH
Our journey ends today where we transfer to the town of Busselton where we have time to enjoy a walk or enjoy a ride on the Jetty Train on the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern hemisphere stretching 1.8km over the stunning Geographe Bay. Thereafter, a short transfer takes us to Busselton Airport where you embark on your private jet return to Perth for your onward journey in Australia or connecting flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
HOTELS
Cape Lodge is located within its own vineyard in the heart of the Margaret River region. A member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, all 22 rooms provides an intimate retreat for the wine and gastronomy lover with all the trappings of modern contemporary comfort.
Injidup Spa Retreat is one of the best kept secrets in Western Australia nestled high above the Indian Ocean and close to the many wineries and attractions of the Margaret River region. With only 10 luxury villas complete with private plunge pool and views of the ocean and indulgent spa treatments in one of the world's most beautiful settings, Injidup Spa Retreat is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
