International connection arrives into Perth in the evening; clear immigration and collect luggage then continue to ground transport or hire desk. There may be queues — allow 45–90 minutes for processing.
Pick up the pre-booked rental (confirm collection point/confirmation number with provider on arrival); if not collecting, pre-book an airport transfer to your accommodation.
One of the world’s largest inner-city parks with panoramic views of Perth and the Swan River; walk the Federation Walkway and enjoy native flora. Open daily (typical park access from early morning to dusk).
Catch an early ferry from Perth or Fremantle for a full day on Rottnest Island; ferries typically run from ~8:00am with return options late afternoon (book ferry and bike hire in advance).
Yanchep is good for short walks and koala sightings; Rockingham offers beach and possible dolphin cruises (seasonal). Check opening times for any tours.
Arrive Tullamarine (Melbourne), collect luggage and proceed to car hire desk or baggage transfer; if collecting hire car, confirm pickup location and booking reference.
Visit Bendigo’s historic attractions; galleries and mine tours have varying opening hours (typically 10:00–16:00), so check timings and book tours if required.
Travel from Bendigo / Melbourne to Yarra Glen in time for check-in and wedding preparations; allow 1.5–2 hours from Melbourne and 1 hour+ from Bendigo depending on start point.
Check into 2 Standard Queen Rooms (Booking.com Confirmation: 4339.639.741, PIN:6717). Rooms next to each other confirmed; B&B included. Check-in from 2pm.
Arrive Doha late evening (user note arrival 22:25 local), clear immigration and transfer to Riviera Rayhaan by Rotana (Booking.com Confirmation: 4485609606 PIN:2900 — Paid GBP435.31).