{"id":3314,"date":"2026-10-08T16:08:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T08:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/?p=3314"},"modified":"2026-10-15T16:27:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T08:27:15","slug":"discover-the-australian-adventure-of-a-lifetime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/discover-the-australian-adventure-of-a-lifetime\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Australian adventure of a lifetime"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rottnest Island is the perfect escape for nature lovers, history enthusiasts and beachgoers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PERTH, the sun-soaked capital of Western Australia (WA), blends natural beauty with urban charm like no other city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Framed by the sparkling Swan River\/ Derbarl Yerrigan and the Indian Ocean, it&#8217;s a place where you can sip coffee in a trendy laneway cafe, then hit the beach or a scenic hiking trail \u2013 all in the same afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With more sunny days than any other Australian capital, Perth\/ Boorloo offers a laid-back vibe, vibrant arts scene, and access to breathtaking sites like Rottnest Island\/ Wadjemup and the Pinnacles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple Vacations invites travellers to embark on an unforgettable journey with two immersive, thrill-filled itineraries designed to uncover the many wonders of Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bounty of beauty<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple Vacation\u2019s 7D5N Perth and Pink Lake Adventure is a great way to explore Western Australia\u2019s multi-faceted offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This seven-day escape begins with a road trip up the vibrant Indian Ocean Drive to Nambung National Park, home of the dramatic Pinnacles Desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thousands of limestone spires rise like ancient monuments from golden sands \u2013 an otherworldly sight that will leave you breathless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre, you\u2019ll learn the rich geological and cultural stories behind this mysterious landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-960x639.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pinnacles-desert-stars.jpg 1240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Pinnacles limestone formations took shape around 25,000 to 30,000 years ago, after the ocean retreated and left behind layers of seashell deposits.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your journey then leads to Lobster Shack, where you&#8217;ll witness live lobsters being packed for global export \u2013 and enjoy one on your plate, fresh and perfectly prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further north, the coastal town of Geraldton\/ Jambinu welcomes you with its stunning waterfront, the poignant HMAS Sydney II Memorial, and the wind-sculpted Leaning Trees that have become icons in their own right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Geraldton, opt for a scenic flight over Hutt Lagoon, better known as Pink Lake. This surreal body of water, tinted bubblegum pink by algae, contrasts beautifully with the deep blue of the nearby Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-300x375.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-960x1200.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-600x750.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon-480x600.jpg 480w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Pink-Lake-Hutt-Lagoon.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pink Lake, Hutt Lagoon&#8217;s vibrant colors are caused by the presence of carotenoid-producing algae, creating a surreal and naturally colorful landscape.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Kalbarri National Park\/ Wurdimarlu, marvel at Nature\u2019s Window, a naturally formed rock arch, to enjoy sweeping views from the coastal cliffs before heading back toward the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Close-up-with-Koala.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Experience unforgettable encounters with Australia\u2019s iconic wildlife at Caversham Wildlife Park<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back in Perth, meet kangaroos, koalas, and wombats at Caversham Wildlife Park, then spend an afternoon exploring Fremantle\/ Walyalup, a port city rich with maritime history and bustling with local life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Fremantle Markets (open weekends) are a treasure trove of quirky crafts, street eats, and artisan finds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Into the wild<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shorter 6D4N Perth and The Coastal Gems package is an equally memorable tour. Begin your adventure in the South West with a visit to Mammoth Cave, a fascinating underground world where fossils of prehistoric megafauna lie preserved in stone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A walk through nearby Marri Forest reveals towering trees and seasonal wildflowers \u2013 a peaceful contrast to the lively city vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-300x375.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-600x750.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening-480x600.jpg 480w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Perth-Optus-Stadium-evening.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apple Vacation\u2019s 6D4N Perth and The Coastal Gems tour also explore the heart of Perth city to marvel at its many iconic structures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Busselton Jetty\/ Undalup, the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere, take a ride on a solar-powered train and dive into the Underwater Observatory, where you\u2019ll witness an aquatic wonderland beneath the waves of Geographe Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No Perth visit is complete without a trip to Rottnest Island, where white-sand beaches meet native wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, you\u2019ll meet the ever-smiling quokkas, dubbed the happiest animals on Earth, and discover the island\u2019s rich Aboriginal history and natural charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Quokka-Rottnest-Island.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Get up close to the adorable, smiley quokkas in Rottnest Island.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cherry on top? A day in Mandurah\/ Mandjoogoordap, the \u201cLittle Venice\u201d of WA. Pose with giant wooden sculptures hidden around town, then board the exclusive Mandurah Wild Seafood Cruise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a one-of-a-kind culinary experience where you\u2019ll help haul up Western Rock Lobsters before indulging in an eight-course seafood feast with free-flowing drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and pelicans as you cruise along the glistening coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-960x641.jpg 960w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Western-rock-lobster-catch-on-Mandurah-Wild-Seafood-Cruise.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Try your hand at catching lunch \u2013 Western Rock Lobster \u2013 native to Western Australian waters on board the Mandurah Wild Seafood Cruise.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to say G\u2019Day to WA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple Vacations is turning travel dreams into reality with full tour packages that include return flight tickets from KLIA\/KLIA2 and seamless ground arrangements \u2013 making your 2025 Perth adventure completely hassle-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose the 7D5N Perth and Pink Lake package, with flights departing on July 15, Aug 28, Sept 13, Oct 22, Nov 21, and Dec 16, starting from RM11,999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Departure dates for the 6D4N Perth and The Coastal Gems tour are available on July 15, Aug 2, Sept 16, and Oct 16, starting from just RM8,999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To find out more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applevacations.my\/en\/\">https:\/\/www.applevacations.my\/en\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*<em>First published at The Star Online on 6 June 2025<\/em>. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thestar.com.my\/starpicks\/2025\/06\/06\/discover-the-australian-adventure-of-a-lifetime\">Link to article<\/a>]\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Dates<\/em>, <em>prices, availability and itinerary subject to change. Please refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applevacations.my\/en\/\">Apple Vacations\u2019 official website<\/a> for the latest information.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"PERTH, the sun-soaked capital of Western Australia (WA), blends natural beauty with urban charm like no other city&#8230;\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":3318,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[26,28,68,27],"class_list":["post-3314","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-australia","tag-australia","tag-newspaper","tag-the-star-picks","tag-thestar","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"featured_media_src_url":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/shutterstock_478689835-1024x682.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3314"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3328,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3314\/revisions\/3328"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3318"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3314"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3314"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applevacations.my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3314"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}