The Singapore Grand Prix is revving up this weekend, and if you're looking to shift gears from the hustle and bustle, fire up your engines, and get ready to be transported into a world brimming with wondrous experiences!  Imagine a road trip where time slows and you're taken through dreamlike landscapes that awaken your senses. From captivating 4WD tracks to surreal coastal highways, Western Australia brims with boundless road trip adventures through some of the world's most pristine coastlines, breathtaking gorges, rugged outback and the world's best wine region.

As spring breathes life into the land of Western Australia, the region blossoms into a kaleidoscope of colours, making it the best time to set off on your expedition in Western Australia — whether you're planning a quick weekend drive or a week-long adventure. Follow in the footsteps of Daniel Ricciardo, Formula 1 star and local West Australian, in taking a spectacular road trip of discovery and adventure through stunning natural landscapes.

Perth Day Trips (Swan Valley and Perth Hill) 

Duration: 1 Day

Just a half hour's drive northeast from Perth's CBD, hit the open road for the adventures of your dreams right at Perth's doorstep. Begin with the naturally charming Swan Valley, home to Western Australia's oldest wine region, and the Perth Hills, where you can savour unforgettable tastes as you dine with nature and indulge in top-notch wines, beers, and gins produced in the region's Mediterranean climate.

With its enchanting blend of scenic beauty and majestic wildlife interactions, Perth Day Trips could be your dream destination.

The Avon Valley 500 Loop

Duration: 2 Days

Take a rejuvenating weekend getaway that offers a blend of relaxation and adventure with a short drive from Perth — The Avon Valley provides a serene retreat with its lush landscapes, hidden gems, and vibrant wildflowers. Enjoy unique and thrilling experiences, such as skydiving in York and marvelling at the world from 14,000 feet. If you visit from April to November, you can also enjoy a hot-air balloon ride over the scenic Avon Valley and catch the sunset.

Indulge in New Norcia's renowned wood-fired sourdough and Abbey Ale, which offer a taste of local tradition and craftsmanship for a delightful addition to your road trip experience.

South West Nature & Wine Drive

Duration: 4 Days

Drive Daniel Ricciardo's road trip yourself where the rhythmic sound of waves and majestic towering forests awaken your senses. Starting at the heart of Perth, Daniel Ricciardo and his best mate Blake, set off for the internationally acclaimed Margaret River wine region where they enjoyed an afternoon among sprawling vineyards, indulging in fresh local produce and fine wines at Amelia Park. True to its name, South West Nature & Wine Drive offers an unforgettable adventure through various dreamlike landscapes, where premium wines and exquisite local produce provide ever-lasting appreciation for the bounty of land and sea. Follow in the footsteps of Daniel Ricciardo and step back 60,000 years to discover the cultural history of Aboriginal people on a guided tour of Ngilgi Cave with Koomal Dreaming.

Coral Coast Highway

Duration: 8-11 Days

For those drawn to captivating coastlines where pristine white sand beaches meet turquoise seas and the Hutt Lagoon mesmerises with its surreal pink hues, the Coral Coast Highway is one of the world's most colourful and spectacular, not-to-be-missed road trips.

Celebrated as one of the greatest road trips on Earth, the Coral Coast Highway spans 1,200 kilometres of stunning coastline from Perth to Exmouth, connecting two UNESCO World Heritage-listed regions: Ningaloo Marine Park—home to the world's largest fringing coral reef where you can swim among vibrant marine life—and Shark Bay, where you can experience the magic of Monkey Mia and encounter wild dolphins by the shore!

Check off your bucket list by embarking on a tour from Coral Bay or Exmouth to get close to nature and wildlife, and glide alongside majestic whale sharks, gentle humpback whales or manta rays—an experience you can't find anywhere else.

South West Edge

Duration: 9-14 Days

For foodies, wine enthusiasts, and lovers of breathtaking views, a trip along the South West Edge offers you a therapeutic escape where each winding turn from Perth to Esperance reveals new discoveries as you traverse through towering karri forests and famous wine regions. Home to many iconic attractions, this road trip allows you to wander along 1.8km heritage-listed Busselton Jetty, the longest tourist jetty in the Southern Hemisphere; hop on a ferry from Fremantle to the idyllic Rottnest Island to meet friendly quokkas; visit the Margaret River region renowned for its premium wines, world-class surf, and thrilling outdoor activities; wander the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, a 40 metre high walkway that weaves through the invigorating presence of 400-year-old tingle trees unique to Western Australia; and meet kangaroos up close on the pristine shores of Lucky Bay, Esperance, for an unforgettable wildlife encounter!

If you head along the South West Edge from September to November, be ready to be awestruck by the region's vibrant wildflowers.

From November 14 to 17, the Pair'd Margaret River Region festival also invites wine and food lovers to a dreamlike experience featuring local produce and wines, set against a backdrop of live music in nature. Highlights include Margaret's Beach Club by Castle Bay, a four-course dinner in the karri forest with Nature's Table, and wine tastings with exclusive dinners at Leeuwin Estate, Voyager, Vasse Felix, and Wills Domain.

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