š¦šŗ Perth 5D4N Car-Free Itinerary āØ
š” Day 1: City Exploration š šØ Stayed at a CBD hotel for maximum convenience š First stop: Elizabeth Quay (major transit hub nearby) š Transport hack: Buy a $10 day pass at the station (no need for SmartRider!) š³ *SmartRider costs $10 card fee + $10 min top-up = $20 total* ā”ļø Took bus 950/995 from Elizabeth Quay ā UWA (alight at Mounts Bay Rd) š Perfect timing - orientation day! Had cheap lunch on campus šļø UWA highlights: Gorgeous compact campus - iconic buildings under 1hr ā³ š Blue Boat House: 10-min walk from UWA (Jay Chou's famous photo spot!) šø š Returned via bus 950 to explore Art Gallery or Kings Park š³ š” CBD pro tip: Just 2 main streets - half-day exploration is perfect! š” Day 2: Rottnest Island (Quokka Paradise!) šļøš ā“ļø Ferry: Rottnest Express from B Shed Fremantle š 8:30am departure ā 5:30pm return (40-min scenic ride) š² Island transport options: 1ļøā£ Bike rental: Book with ferry ticket or rent on arrival (near pier) 2ļøā£ Island Explorer Bus: $30 (hop-on/hop-off, every 20 mins) š² Scan QR codes at stops for real-time schedules š My perfect mix: Bus + walking combo š 4pm: Returned to Stop 1 for quokka selfies + quick snack break š Must-visit stops: Henrietta Rock (great photo op!) Most stunning bays (perfect for a swim! š) West End: Whale/dolphin spotting (š binoculars recommended!) "Cliffside red leaves + crashing waves = pure magic!" (Pic 11-12) Scenic bays (walked from Stop 16 ā spotted quokkas & lizards! š¦) š Final thoughts: ā Bus = stress-free exploring š“ Bike = great but hilly & tiring ā±ļø 5 hours is enough if you're selective! #PerthDiaries #StudyAbroadLife #AustraliaTravel #WesternAustralia #UWAvibes #BlueBoatHouse #TravelSmart #QuokkaSelfie āØ
