A Journey Through Albert Facey Country and the Southern Wheatbelt
4 Days
25 to 28 May 2027
Moderate
$1,630pptw
33 villabucks
A Journey Through Albert Facey Country and the Southern Wheatbelt
Discover the heart of Western Australia’s Wheatbelt on this four-day journey, staying three nights in Narrogin. Travel through Pinjarra and Dwellingup and on into farming country, where you will visit the Albert Facey Homestead in Wickepin, follow the quirky Tin Horse Highway to Kulin and explore the Wagin Historical Village and the famous Giant Ram. Walk among the wildlife and birdlife of Foxes Lair and meet some of Western Australia’s rarest native animals after dark at Barna Mia in Dryandra Woodland. This tour offers a wonderful mix of country history, local stories and wildlife, with a farewell lunch at the Williams Woolshed on the way home.
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Narrogin – Pinjarra, Fairbridge and Dwellingup (LD)
We collect you from home and travel south to Edenvale Heritage Precinct in Pinjarra for morning tea and time to explore the historic buildings and gardens. Continue to Fairbridge Village for lunch among its heritage buildings and gardens, which tell the story of Kingsley Fairbridge’s dream. This afternoon, stop in the forest town of Dwellingup before travelling east into the Wheatbelt to Narrogin, your base for the next three nights. Enjoy dinner together this evening.
Three nights: Albert Facey Motor Inn, Narrogin
Day 2. Wagin and Barna Mia – Pioneer History and Night Wildlife (BLD)
This morning travel to Wagin to explore the Wagin Historical Village, a collection of heritage buildings and memorabilia that bring the region’s pioneering past to life. Enjoy lunch at the Palace Hotel in Wagin, then stop at Giant Ram Park for a fun photo with one of the Wheatbelt’s best known landmarks. Return to Narrogin for time to rest and an early dinner. This evening, head into Dryandra Woodland for the Barna Mia Nocturnal Wildlife Experience, a guided walk along an easy path to see some of Western Australia’s most threatened native animals.
Day 3. Albert Facey Country and the Tin Horse Highway (BLD)
After breakfast travel to Wickepin to visit the Albert Facey Homestead, which celebrates the life of the author of A Fortunate Life. Moved from its farm and restored, the homestead shows the simple way of life in the early 1930s. Enjoy morning tea here, then a picnic lunch in the peaceful surrounds of Lake Yealering Park. This afternoon, travel the famous Tin Horse Highway near Kulin, lined with quirky tin horse sculptures made by local farmers. Call in at the Kulin Men’s Shed and Museum before returning to Narrogin for dinner.
Day 4. Narrogin to Perth – Foxes Lair and Williams (BL)
After breakfast, enjoy morning tea and a gentle walk at Foxes Lair Nature Park, known for its wildlife and birdlife. Back in Narrogin, explore the Old Courthouse Museum with its mix of local memorabilia and photographs. Continue to Williams for a farewell lunch at the Williams Woolshed before travelling home to Perth, where you will be taken safely home.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
Image: Pinjarra Bridge
Dates & Pricing
$1,630pptw
$285 single option
Highlights
• Morning tea at Edenvale Heritage Precinct, Pinjarra
• Lunch and a look around Fairbridge Village
• Visit the forest town of Dwellingup
• Albert Facey Homestead in Wickepin, home of the author of A Fortunate Life
• Travel the Tin Horse Highway and visit the Kulin Men’s Shed and Museum
• Explore the Wagin Historical Village
• Lunch at the Palace Hotel in Wagin
• Photo stop at the Giant Ram
• Narrogin Old Courthouse Museum
• Wildlife and birdlife at Foxes Lair Nature Park
• Barna Mia Nocturnal Wildlife Experience in Dryandra Woodland
• Farewell lunch at the Williams Woolshed
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 10 meals
• 3 nights’ accommodation
• Included sightseeing & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 4 Days
Dates: 25 to 28 May 2027
Activity Level: Moderate
$1,630pptw
$285 single option
Earn: 33 villabucks
Highlights
• Morning tea at Edenvale Heritage Precinct, Pinjarra
• Lunch and a look around Fairbridge Village
• Visit the forest town of Dwellingup
• Albert Facey Homestead in Wickepin, home of the author of A Fortunate Life
• Travel the Tin Horse Highway and visit the Kulin Men’s Shed and Museum
• Explore the Wagin Historical Village
• Lunch at the Palace Hotel in Wagin
• Photo stop at the Giant Ram
• Narrogin Old Courthouse Museum
• Wildlife and birdlife at Foxes Lair Nature Park
• Barna Mia Nocturnal Wildlife Experience in Dryandra Woodland
• Farewell lunch at the Williams Woolshed
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 10 meals
• 3 nights’ accommodation
• Included sightseeing & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Narrogin – Pinjarra, Fairbridge and Dwellingup (LD)
We collect you from home and travel south to Edenvale Heritage Precinct in Pinjarra for morning tea and time to explore the historic buildings and gardens. Continue to Fairbridge Village for lunch among its heritage buildings and gardens, which tell the story of Kingsley Fairbridge’s dream. This afternoon, stop in the forest town of Dwellingup before travelling east into the Wheatbelt to Narrogin, your base for the next three nights. Enjoy dinner together this evening.
Three nights: Albert Facey Motor Inn, Narrogin
Day 2. Wagin and Barna Mia – Pioneer History and Night Wildlife (BLD)
This morning travel to Wagin to explore the Wagin Historical Village, a collection of heritage buildings and memorabilia that bring the region’s pioneering past to life. Enjoy lunch at the Palace Hotel in Wagin, then stop at Giant Ram Park for a fun photo with one of the Wheatbelt’s best known landmarks. Return to Narrogin for time to rest and an early dinner. This evening, head into Dryandra Woodland for the Barna Mia Nocturnal Wildlife Experience, a guided walk along an easy path to see some of Western Australia’s most threatened native animals.
Day 3. Albert Facey Country and the Tin Horse Highway (BLD)
After breakfast travel to Wickepin to visit the Albert Facey Homestead, which celebrates the life of the author of A Fortunate Life. Moved from its farm and restored, the homestead shows the simple way of life in the early 1930s. Enjoy morning tea here, then a picnic lunch in the peaceful surrounds of Lake Yealering Park. This afternoon, travel the famous Tin Horse Highway near Kulin, lined with quirky tin horse sculptures made by local farmers. Call in at the Kulin Men’s Shed and Museum before returning to Narrogin for dinner.
Day 4. Narrogin to Perth – Foxes Lair and Williams (BL)
After breakfast, enjoy morning tea and a gentle walk at Foxes Lair Nature Park, known for its wildlife and birdlife. Back in Narrogin, explore the Old Courthouse Museum with its mix of local memorabilia and photographs. Continue to Williams for a farewell lunch at the Williams Woolshed before travelling home to Perth, where you will be taken safely home.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Image: Pinjarra BridgeNew Paragraph
Guide:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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Moderate
For travellers who walk confidently and unaided. In addition to Relaxed requirements, expect guided walking tours that may include gentle inclines and stair climbs, some longer days, and multiple hotel changes. Access to accommodation may involve stairs, short walks to facilities, and showers over baths. Walking sticks are welcome unless the tour includes overnight rail or cruising—please check with staff.
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Active
For travellers comfortable with full sightseeing days. Building on Moderate requirements, these tours feature more activities, extended periods of standing and walking, and nature-based excursions. You must be able to walk confidently over uneven surfaces at a steady pace, and negotiate busy transport terminals. Expect feature walks for up to 3 hours, and activities that may include small aircraft, vehicles, vessels and watercraft. Not suitable for travellers requiring walking aids or assistance from others.
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Requires good general fitness. Excursions will be over more difficult terrain and require a certain level of agility. You will be required to walk confidently for up to 3 hours over uneven surfaces including soft sand, rocky surfaces and creek crossing. Some itineraries will explore remote locations. No walkers allowed.
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Challenging
For travellers with a high level of fitness and previous outdoor experience. Building on Highly Active requirements, these tours involve full days of physical activity in remote or rugged locations that may be difficult to access. You must be able to walk confidently for 6 or more hours per day over multiple days while carrying a day pack and be comfortable walking in varied weather conditions. Not suitable for travellers using walking aids or requiring assistance.
