There are a number of excellent tour options for you to make the most of your time in Perth for HISTO26.
All tours below are available to attend between Saturday 5 September to Sunday 20 September 2026. However, there will be an excellent opportunity to attend the pre-conference tours on Friday 11 September 2026 prior to the Welcome Reception.
Experience Culture in Kaarta Gar-Up | Kings Park Cultural Tour.
A private tour exclusively for Conference Delegates is scheduled for Friday 11 September, available at a special discounted rate — $30 off the regular price.
Kings Park Cultural Tour - Pre-Conference Special
DURATION: 90mins (4.00pm - 5.30pm) Friday 11 September
This experience offers an opportunity to learn about Aboriginal culture, traditions and life before colonisation.
Participants walk together on Country across some of Perth’s well-known and scenic landscapes, learn about native plants used as bush medicine, and hear Noongar Dreaming stories passed down through generations.
The experience supports a deeper understanding of the connection to Country, the importance of place, and a greater appreciation of Noongar culture.
Inclusions:
*A payment link will be emailed to you upon confirmation of your place in this tour.
Delegates can enjoy 15% off Captain Cook Cruises and Swan Valley Tours outlined below by using the
PROMO CODE: HISTO2026 upon checkout.
Please note: Each tour has its own Terms & Conditions and are subject to availability. Please read these carefully prior to booking. All costs are subject to change.
Swan Valley Wine Cruise
DURATION: 6hrs 30mins (10.30am - 5.00pm)
This experience involves travelling by boat from Perth to the Swan Valley, allowing participants to move from the city to a well-known wine region in a single day.
The journey offers views of the city skyline and surrounding landscapes as the cruise travels into the upper Swan Valley.
The day includes a shared platter lunch with wine served on board, followed by a wine and macaron pairing at Mandoon Estate.
The return journey features live entertainment and dessert served on the cruise back to Perth.
Adult only 18+
Swan River Lunch Cruise
DURATION: 2hrs 45mins (11.15am - 2.00pm)
This experience involves a lunch cruise along the Swan River, departing from Perth and travelling downstream toward Fremantle.
The cruise includes a buffet lunch featuring seasonal Western Australian produce, along with access to full bar facilities. Participants are seated at reserved tables on board.
On the return trip, a hot buffet with seasonal salads is served, followed by a dessert selection. Drinks can be purchased from the bar throughout the cruise.
Swan Valley Indulgence Coach Tour
DURATION: 7hrs 15mins (9.45am - 5.00pm)
Participants spend a full day in the Swan Valley, visiting selected venues and sampling a variety of local food and drink.
Adult only 18+
Afternoon in the Swan Valley Coach Tour
DURATION: 5hrs 15mins (11.45am - 5.00pm)
The Afternoon in the Valley Coach Tour is designed for those who prefer a later start. Similar to the Full Day Indulgence Tour, it begins after lunch.
Participants spend the afternoon sampling a variety of food and drinks throughout Perth’s Valley of Tastes.
Delegates can enjoy 15% off Rottnest Island Ferry travel (exc. $21 landing fee), bike hire and snorkeling equipment from the experiences listed below. The discount is also available off ferry travel included in the experiences by using the
PROMO CODE: HISTO2026 upon checkout.
Travel Period: 5 - 20 September 2026
Booking Period: 14 January - 20 September 2026
Please note: Each tour has its own Terms & Conditions and are subject to availability. Please read these carefully prior to booking. All costs are subject to change.
Rottnest Island Ferry & Bike Hire (DIY - Do it Yourself)
DURATION: 30mins each way
Getting to Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) is easy, with daily ferries departing from Fremantle and Perth.
The island is great for biking and snorkeling, offering the chance to explore at your own pace.
If you with to hire a bike, please make an enquiry*
For snorkel and flipper hire, please make an enquiry*
*Ensure to quote the promo code when making an enquiry to receive a discount.
The Rottnest Grand Island Package
DURATION: 9hrs 30mins (8.30am - 6.00pm)
Explore the natural beauty of this A-Class natural reserve in air-conditioned comfort.
See the island’s unique plants and animals, beautiful beaches, woodlands, and impressive salt lakes.
Settlement Explorer Segway Tour on Rottnest
DURATION: 9hrs 30mins (8.30am - 6.00pm)
Rottnest’s historic settlement offers a relaxed atmosphere that’s ideal for Segway tours.
The tour takes you along Thomson Bay, with views of boats and swimmers, and stops at the well-known Rottnest pub. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the settlement’s history and may spot quokkas.
Leaving the settlement, the route follows beachside paths to explore beautiful bays and popular beaches, including the Basin, a scenic swimming area.
The tour also passes Bathurst Lighthouse, a popular spot for photos.
Inclusions:
PROMO CODE: HISTO2026
*Ensure to quote the promo code when making an enquiry
Fortress Adventure Segway Package
DURATION: 9hrs 30mins (8.30am - 6.00pm)
Discover the military history of Rottnest Island by visiting the Bickley Battery gun emplacements and Jubilee Lookout. Learn about the island’s role in Fremantle’s defense during World War II.
Rottnest Island is renowned for its beautiful beaches and secluded bays. The guides will share information about the island’s natural environment, with stops at scenic photo spots and a chance to see quokkas along the way.
Inclusions:
PROMO CODE: HISTO2026
*Ensure to quote the promo code when making an enquiry
Rottnest Island Skydive & Ferry Packages
DURATION: 9hrs 30mins (8.30am - 6.00pm)
Experience a scenic flight over Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) before skydiving back to the ground.
Board the Geronimo aircraft and choose your jump altitude: 8,000 ft, 10,000 ft, 14,000 ft, or 15,000 ft.
The 15–20 minute flight offers stunning views of the Western Australian coastline, the island, and Perth City.
Inclusions:
PROMO CODE: HISTO2026
*Ensure to quote the promo code when making an enquiry