Margaret River Overnight (Double)
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Port
Fremantle (Perth), Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All,61,68
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$2699.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 2 Days/ 1 Night
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Day 1 (L/D) Fremantle - Margaret River
Disembark in Fremantle and begin your journey south to Busselton, a coastal town in the Margaret River region. Take a short ride on the Jetty Train along the historic Busselton Jetty, followed by a guided tour of the Underwater Observatory 20 feet below the ocean's surface.
Lunch is served at the Goose Bar on the Busselton foreshore.
Continue into the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, with a visit to the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse. Explore the interpretive center and its surrounding coastal areas during your free time.
This afternoon, visit Cape Naturaliste Vineyard for a wine tasting featuring a selection of vintages produced on-site.
Later, check into your accommodation at Smiths Beach Resort in Yallingup.
In the evening, transfer to Cape Lodge for dinner, which includes a seasonal tasting menu of five dishes paired with wines from the Margaret River region.
Hotel: Smiths Beach Resort
Day 2 (B/L) Margaret River - Fremantle
Enjoy breakfast at the resort before departure.
Travel inland to visit Lake Cave, where an expert guide leads through a limestone cavern featuring suspended crystal-like formations and a permanent underground lake.
Continue north through the Ferguson Valley to arrive at St Aidan Wines — a boutique winery. Participate in a wine tasting here, followed by a set-menu lunch served with a glass of wine.
Travel back toward the coast, arriving in Fremantle in time to rejoin the ship.
Notes:
Travel time is approximately 2½ hours each way. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, gravel, grass, and many steps. Participants must be able to climb 325 steps at Lake Cave, divided into sections with rest areas. Moderate fitness and mobility are required to participate. The cave is not wheelchair-accessible. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Bring sturdy non-skid walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. The tour is guided; an escort from the ship's staff may or may not also accompany the group. Tour operates subject to meeting a minimum number of participants. You must book this overland PRIOR to sailing; the cut-off date is 45 days before the ship's call at Fremantle. Accommodation is included (hotels are subject to change). Accommodation is included (hotels are subject to change). Transportation by air-conditioned coach, entrance fees indicated in the itinerary, an English-speaking guide (unless otherwise noted), water on the vehicle, and meals (as indicated) are also included. Gratuities and personal expenses are not included. Bring your passport with you on tour. For compliance with airline ticketing requirements, please visit Login | Holland America Line to complete the immigration section for online check-in no fewer than 60 days prior to the cruise.
Cancellation Policy:
This excursion is non-refundable within 45 days prior to arrival at Fremantle. Any cancellations made after this deadline will be subject to full payment of the tour cost, including if you cancel your cruise within 45 days prior to arrival at Fremantle.
Important information regarding visa requirements:
You must bring your passport with you on the tour. It is solely each participant's responsibility to obtain any necessary visas, tourist cards and vaccinations, if required, to participate in Overland Adventures and/or Overnights and to keep apprised of any policy changes. Visas may be required for any/all countries your tour departs from and travels through, and for the country where you will rejoin the ship. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the cruise. Your travel agent can assist you with your visa needs. If you require further assistance, Holland America Line's preferred visa service is CIBTvisas. US and Canadian citizens can reach them by phone or email: US citizens: 866 788 1100 or email customerservice@cibtvisa.com. Canadian citizens: 866 935 8472 or email customerservice@cibtvisas.ca. CIBTvisas phone numbers and email addresses for Dutch, German, Australian, United Kingdom, Belgian, Singapore, Spanish, Swiss and French citizens can be found in the Frequently Asked Questions section of Holland America Line's website, in the Cruise Preparation area. Applications and additional information can be downloaded from the CIBTvisas website at https://CIBTvisas.com/hollandamerica. You must advise CIBTvisas of your Overland Adventures or Overnights, as the visa requirements for these vacation enhancements may vary from those required for your cruise.