Perth Road Trip: York and Wave Rock Itinerary Guide

Perth Driving Tour: York and Wave Rock Featured Route Guide

Perth, located in Western Australia, is perfect for taking a leisurely self-drive trip to experience Australia’s unique town charm and landform wonders. This trip will detour through the small town of York and Wave Rock, with sunny weather and enriching activities along the way, with beautiful natural scenery and unique experiences of the Australian countryside.

Itinerary and route recommendations:
From Perth, the first stop is for breakfast or refreshment at THE ROCKS Cannington in the city, which is open morning to afternoon all year round, suitable for early morning departures to replenish energy (Address: 26 Cecil Ave, Cannington WA 6107, Australia, opening hours: 09:00-13:30 year-round, extended to 17:00 on Sundays, some Tuesdays and Thursdays). It is recommended to go early to avoid crowds.

Then drive along the Great Southern Highway to York, arriving in about an hour and a half. York is one of the oldest towns in Western Australia, full of Victorian architecture and historical atmosphere, you can take a slow walk on the town’s main street, take pictures of traditional shop exteriors and characteristic churches, and feel the early immigrant life of Australia. Remember to try small town cafes, bakeries where coffee and homemade cakes are popular.

After leaving York continue east for about a two and a half hour drive to Wave Rock. It is Western Australia’s most famous natural wonder, with over 2.7 billion years of rock formation like a giant ocean wave. Not only Wave Rock itself, but also Hippo's Yawn (the rock's naturally formed hippo mouth) and Lake Magic Salt Lake can be visited nearby. It's super beautiful to take pictures under a sunny day. It is recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses and water. The sand is very sunny. There are plenty of signs and walking trails that are very safe and easy to walk.

Must-see places to check in:
1. York Main Street Victorian architecture, suspension bridge photography
2. Wave Rock front and side view (imitation surfing action to check in)
3. Take a souvenir in front of Hippo's Yawn rock styling
4. Lake Magic Salt Lake sunset view

Notes and tips:
- The road was in good condition throughout, but the Wave Rock section will be more remote and there are not many gas stations.
- Early departures are recommended for the itinerary, York and Wave Rock are best visited during the day, and THE ROCKS Cannington is most convenient for replenishment in the morning.
- Must bring sunscreen, enough water and snacks, and wear comfortable shoes for sandy walks.
- Some attractions have muddy areas in autumn and winter, it is recommended to check the weather before planning.

summary:
Playing several attractions next to Perth can not only feel the slow life of the Australian countryside, but also zero distance to take pictures of the natural wonder rocks, perfect for self-driving family, friends, enjoy the free land of Western Australia.

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