Tourism Western Australia (Tourism WA) invites ATE 2012 buyer delegates to experience extraordinary as part of its ATE 2012 Familiarisation Program.
Whether you're looking for an outback adventure, an encounter with exotic marine life, an Indigenous experience or to indulge in a smorgasbord of local flavours - Western Australia offers an experience for all travellers.
Registrations
Registration for Tourism WA's ATE 2012 Familiarisation Program is now closed. Tourism WA has notified registered ATE 2012 Famil delegates of their assigned famils. Final itineraries will be provided to registered ATE 2012 Famil delegates by Thursday, May 31, 2012.
Day Tours
Tourism Western Australia will be offering the following Pre and Post ATE 2012 Day Tours for approved ATE 2012 buyer delegates.
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Discover Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island is located just 19km off the mainland and offers endless possibilities. Rottnest Island is an ‘A’ Class Nature Reserve and is widely regarded as one of Western Australia’s 'best kept secrets'. It is home to some of the most spectacular white sandy beaches, secluded bays, unique wildlife, including the famous Quokka and colony of New Zealand Fur Seals, ship wrecks and a fascinating and colourful history. In fact, Rottnest Island has something for everyone. Departing from Barrack Street Jetty, Perth, sit back and enjoy a picturesque cruise to Fremantle along the majestic Swan River before departing Fremantle on the 25 minute ferry journey to Rottnest Island. Explore the beauty and tranquillity of Rottnest as you relax in the comfort of an air conditioned coach.
Operator: Rottnest Express
Website: www.rottnestexpress.com.au
Operates: Daily from 14 June to 23 June
Departs: 8:45am from Barrack St Jetty, Perth or hotel pick up
Returns: 6:00pm |
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1 day Margaret River, caves, wine, Busselton Jetty and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
Known as one of Australia's finest wine regions, the Margaret River Region is an area also blessed with natural beauty. Travelling in luxury coach, highlights of the tour include Busselton Jetty the longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere, a Margaret River Winery, Cave Works Interpretive Centre, a guided tour of the limestone caves, Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, Margaret River Township and Boranup Forest - home to the karri tree (the third largest tree in the world).
Operator: Pinnacle Tours
Website: www.pinnacletours.com.au
Operates: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat
Departs: 8:00am hotel pick up
Returns: 9:30pm |
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1 day Pinnacles, koalas and sand boarding 4WD adventure
Explore the world renowned Pinnacles Desert, an amazing moon like landscape. Experience off road driving and sand boarding on huge white sand dunes and see wildlife up close. Travelling in luxury 4WD or coach, highlights of the tour include Caversham Wildlife Park, Indian Ocean Rock Lobster Factory, buffet picnic at Cervantes, an easy paced explorative walk through the mystical huge limestone pillars of the Pinnacles Desert and Lancelin for an exciting 4WD and sand boarding adventure over massive white sand dunes.
Operator: Pinnacle Tours
Website: www.pinnacletours.com.au
Operates: Mon, Thu, Fri & Sun
Departs: 8:00am hotel pick up
Returns: 7:30pm |
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1 day Wave Rock, York, wildflowers and Aboriginal culture
Journey through the wheat belt region to Wave Rock, one of Australia's incredible natural monuments. Travelling in luxury coach, highlights include visiting York and learning about the grand old pioneer days in the first township founded in the Avon Valley, the Dog Cemetery - a tribute to Australian working sheep dogs, the unusual rock formations of the Hippos Yawn and the Humps, a picnic lunch, learn about dreamtime stories and discovering Aboriginal sacred sites at Wave Rock.
Operator: Pinnacle Tours
Website: www.pinnacletours.com.au
Operates: Tues, Wed, Fri & Sun
Departs: 8:00am hotel pick up
Returns: 8:30pm |
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1 day Perth, Fremantle and Swan Valley winery tour
The morning is spent exploring Perth and Fremantle followed by an afternoon in the Swan Valley visiting a winery, chocolate factory and Australian animal park. Travelling in luxury coach, highlights include visiting Kings Park Botanic Gardens to see Boab trees and view the Perth city skyline from the Tree Top Walkway, exploring the historical port of Fremantle by the Swan River, Swan River Cruise, enjoying local produce of wine tasting at Sandalford Wines and a Margaret River Chocolate Factory in Australia’s oldest wine growing region of the Swan Valley Wine Tasting - taste the local produce at Sandalford Wines and getting close and personal with Australian animals at Caversham Wildlife Park.
Operator: Pinnacle Tours
Website: www.pinnacletours.com.au
Operates: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun
Departs: 8:00am hotel pick up
Returns: 5:30pm |
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Half day morning Perth and Fremantle city explorer
A fantastic half day tour taking in Perth and Fremantle giving you a great insight into the city and the alfresco lifestyle Perth people enjoy. Travel in luxury coach enjoy visiting Kings Park Botanic Gardens to see Boab trees and view the Perth city skyline from the Tree Top Walkway, famous Cottesloe Beach, exploring the historical port of Fremantle and find a bargain at the Fremantle markets (Fri, Sat, Sun only).
Operator: Pinnacle Tours
Website: www.pinnacletours.com.au
Operates: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun
Departs: 8:00am hotel pick up
Returns: 12:30pm |
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Fremantle explorer
This extended return Fremantle cruise allows you the opportunity to break your journey in Fremantle and 'explore' this unique and historic port city. Join either the 9.45am or 11.30am cruise, departing from Perth, and disembark at Fremantle’s ‘B’ Shed jetty just a few minutes walk from the city centre. Enjoy a coffee on the famed Cappuccino strip, fish & chips at Fishing Boat Harbour or try a boutique beer at one of the lively pubs. Return on the 3.45pm Fremantle departure for a leisurely cruise back to Perth, complete with complimentary local Australian wine tasting.
Operator: Captain Cook Cruises
Website: www.captaincookcruises.com.au
Operates: Daily from 18 June – 24 June 2012
Departs: 9:45am or 11:30am from Barrack St Jetty, Perth
Returns: 3:45pm |
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Eat, drink, walk Perth
Perth’s Small Bar Tour will take you on an evening journey through Perth’s emerging social scene. Come with us and discover many of the new small bars that are popping up around the city that you might have a bit of trouble finding on your own! You will visit 3 unique small bars, spending approx 45 mins in each with enough time to enjoy the complimentary food platter or beverage on offer at each venue . . . and perhaps have another! Your friendly Perth local will guide you through a fun, relaxed and sophisticated tour while also discovering where many other bars, restaurants and social events are happening throughout the city.
Operator: Two Feet & a Heartbeat
Website: www.twofeet.com.au
Operates: Wed & Thu
Departs: 6:30pm from Perth Town Hall, Corner Barrack St and Hay St
Returns: 9:30pm |
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Perth urban adventure
See Perth – on, but mainly off the tourist track - on this information-packed 2-hour guided walk through the heart of Perth with a friendly 'Sandgroper' as your guide. Explore the Central Business District, a powerhouse riding the wave of the resources boom. Along the way you’ll get stories about the history, heritage, culture and architecture of the city. Discover the evolving small bar scene and little known out of the way places. Let our passionate guides show you why Perth 'is the way it is'. Everything finishes up at Rosie O’Grady’s in Northbridge where the first drink is on us! A great night out, whether you are visiting from over east, overseas or even if you are a local West Australian who wants to dig deeper into our rich history.
Operator: Two Feet & a Heartbeat
Website: www.twofeet.com.au
Operates: Daily
Departs: 6:00pm from Perth Town Hall, Corner Barrack St and Hay St
Returns: 8:00pm |
Booking your ATE 2012 Day Tour
preferred day tour and required date (please advise at least 2 options)
company name as per your ATE 2012 Registration
full name as per your ATE 2012 Registration
email address as per your ATE 2012 Registration
Spaces on the ATE 2012 Day Tours are limited. Bookings are essential and must be made a minimum of 48 hours prior to your requested date (bookings take Monday – Friday only).
Please note, no accommodation arrangements are included as part of ATE 2012 Day Tour participation.
Terms and conditions
Please download and read the ATE 2012 Day Tours terms and conditions (PDF, 259 KB).
Contacts
If you have any queries regarding Tourism WA's ATE 2012 Familiarisation Program, please email atefamils@westernaustralia.com.
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