1. Sunset Coast & West Coast Drive (Single‑Day)

Distance: ~70–100 km | Duration: 3–5 hours

Route: Perth CBD → Kings Park/Swan River drive → Cottesloe → Scarborough → Trigg → Hillarys

Highlights:

• Beautiful coastal boulevard (Sunset Coast) with ocean lookouts and beach cafés — great at golden hour. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• West Coast Drive along the Indian Ocean with easy stopping points and scenic ocean views. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Plenty of opportunities for cafés, ice‑creams and beachside photography along the way. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

2. Perth Hills Heritage & Zig Zag Views (Single‑Day)

Distance: ~80–120 km | Duration: 4–6 hours

Route: Perth → Mundaring Weir → Beelu National Park → Zig Zag Scenic Drive → Kalamunda → return

Highlights:

• Mundaring Weir Road through forested hills with great classic car cruising roads. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Zig Zag Scenic Drive onto Gooseberry Hill National Park for lookout views over Perth’s plains — great at sunset. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Stop in Kalamunda for coffee and local produce. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

3. Dwellingup & Southern Forests Loop (Single‑Day)

Distance: ~215 km return | Duration: 6–8 hours

Route: Perth → Serpentine → Dwellingup → Lane Poole Reserve → return

Highlights:

• Jarrah and marri forest roads — scenic, peaceful and green. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Lane Poole Reserve for riverside stretch and picnic opportunities. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Small town charms in Dwellingup with cafes and local outdoor activities. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

4. Coral Coast & Pinnacles (3‑Day Road Trip)

Estimated Total Distance: ~450–650 km

Day 1 — Perth → Lancelin → Cervantes

• Head north on Indian Ocean Drive — coastal road with dunes and seaside stops. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Stop at Lancelin Sand Dunes for adventure or photos. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Overnight in Cervantes and sunset near Lake Thetis or Thirsty Point. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Day 2 — Pinnacles & Jurien Bay

• Visit Nambung National Park’s Pinnacles Desert — surreal limestone spires. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• Cruise to Jurien Bay beaches for snorkeling, seafood and seaside relaxation. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Overnight in Jurien Bay to enjoy dusk and dawn beach vibes. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Day 3 — Return via Indian Ocean Drive

• Leisurely coastal return with optional stops at Green Head or Leeman lookouts. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
• Lunch by the ocean before heading back to Perth. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

5. South West & Margaret River Escape (3‑Day Road Trip)

Estimated Total Distance: ~900–1,100 km

Day 1 — Perth → Bunbury → Busselton

• Drive south via Forrest Highway to Busselton Jetty and beaches. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Explore cafes and coastal art in Bunbury and Busselton. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
• Overnight in Busselton/Dunsborough. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Day 2 — Busselton → Margaret River

• Coastal roads and forest scenery toward Margaret River wine region. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
• Vineyard tastings, boutique breweries and dinner in town. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Overnight in Margaret River. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

Day 3 — Return via Capes & Forest Roads

• Scenic return via Caves Road through rolling forests and coastal lookout stops. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}
• Lunch in Bunbury before heading back to Perth. :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}