Rottnest Island Grand Tour Including Lunch and Historical Train Ride
Overview
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4 hours
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Take a 4-hour guided train/coach tour around Rottnest Island. Start with a historical train ride and tour of WWII Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels. After a picnic lunch (included), explore the island by coach. Make a stop at Wadjemup Lighthouse, and learn about the Noongar (Aboriginal) history. Enjoy the views from Jeannie's Lookout and see the fur seal colony at Cathedral Rocks at the beautiful West End.
Please note that the 45-minute Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels Tour component includes approx. 700 metres walking and 240+ uneven steps. There are no rest stops and no backtracking once inside.
No carrying of children is permitted except for small infants in baby carriers (which allow the accompanying adult to have both hands free for the railings in the tunnels). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
The tour takes place in enclosed tunnels - please watch for low ceilings, uneven surfaces and other trip hazards - and follow guide instructions.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note: This tour does not include ferry transport to and from the island; this must be booked separately on your preferred ferry operator
Infant meals not included
Please note that the 45-minute Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels Tour component includes approx. 700 metres walking and 240+ uneven steps. There are no rest stops and no backtracking once inside. No carrying of children is permitted except for small infants in baby carriers (which allow the accompanying adult to have both hands free for the railings in the tunnels). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The tour takes place in enclosed tunnels - please watch for low ceilings, uneven surfaces and other trip hazards - and follow guide instructions.
What To Expect
Oliver Hill Battery
Travel up to Oliver Hill by historic trolley train. Enjoy the view from the top and then take part in a guided tour around this historic attraction, representing the defence of Western Australia during World War II. Over the years it has been highlighted as a significant heritage site and features the defence facilities and mechanisms that were in place to defend major Australian ports overwhelmed by warships during the war.
Jeannies Lookout
After a light lunch (included), hop on our coach to continue your tour. Take in the stunning ocean views from Jeannies Lookout and admire the fringing reef.
Options
Grand Island Tour 11:15am
Train, guns & tunnel, bus tour Light Picnic lunch included Train and bus
Grand Island Tour 10:45am
Bus, train, guns & tunnel tour Light Picnic lunch included Bus then train
Grand Island Tour 11:30am
Train, guns & tunnel, bus tour Light Picnic lunch included Train then bus
What‘s Included
Train ride
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
WWII guns and tunnel tour
Live commentary on board
Drinks
Transportation to/from Rottnest Island (make your own ferry arrangements)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect Day Out
Peter M,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the Grand Island Tour through the SeaLink Ferry Office at Barrack St Quay. They were very helpful, even down to checking the weather forecasts for the following week to recommend the badt day to go - which turned out to be very helpful as both the day before and after our visit were very windy and the sea part of the trip would have been pretty choppy. The ferry leaves precisely on time with a lovely one hour river cruise down to Fremantle, followed by 30 minutes to Rottnest, which was a bit bumpy going over, but very smooth coming back On arrival you have an hour to get your bearings in the small town, maybe grab a coffee, and find the Settlement Railway station, where our guide for the day, Kevin, was waiting. The train ride was on original old tracks and good fun, with an informative driver. The Gunnery Tour was very interesting and led by a very well informed volunteer. On completion, Kevin was waiting for us and the remaining 2 hours was a bus your around the island, with an excellent commentary punctuated with lots of personal anecdotes, as Kevin has been visiting Rottnest for 70 odd years, since he was 2 - and he has a lovely sense of humour. We arrived back in the town at 3 30, which allowed about 45 mins to check out the few shops and bars around. A great way to experience the island in a day, especially if cycling is not your thing. And it's a great way to learn just how you would plan your next visit, without the Tour. Definitely somewhere I'd like to come back to if I make it back to this part of the world- though I'd hope to catch up with Kevin again, as he made the day very special. The ferry ride back was lovely and smooth, and perfect for a sundowner while watching the sun set on the trip back to Perth. Highly recommend, though check the weather forecasts before booking.
Worth it if you only have the day
Anne L,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very enjoyable. However spend too much time at the tunnels. Would have liked a bit more time to take pictures of the scenery. Guide informative. Lunch just a wrap and water but adequate.
A great way to see all of the island
Fred H,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent way to see the island. It was very hot so touring on a bike would have been tough! Had a few stops along the way with a bit of military history, stunning beaches and most importantly seeing the quokkas close up in their natural environment. The tour was hosted by the fabulous Nicky who was very friendly and knowledgeable! Highly recommend
Just do it, you won’t regret it.
Greg E,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience, we loved our tour, especially Kevin, he was so informative. Will be back be sure to go back.
Rottnest Introduction
Craig H,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is great to get an understanding of the history and an overview of what the island has to offer. We used it as an introduction then followed up on a subsequent day to ride around the island taking time to soak in the beauty.
Knowledgeable guides
MayBritt R,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Kevin and his wife, the train driver were both informative and helpful. Knowledgeable Kevin brought us safe around the island. Sara at Oliver Hill was excellent guide, also extremely knowledgeable. Only downside was the overcrowded train ride. Additional tickets had been sold to people who didn’t do the grand tour. Lunch GF was super!
Rottnest Island in a day
X7985LCchrise,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to see Rottnest in a day. Barney was our guide and he was welcoming and fun. The coach was comfortable and clean and we got to see the bulk of the Island in comfort, back at jetty in time for our departing ferry. Excellent value for money and a great way to spend the day. And then there’s the Quokkas……
Excellent
karenm642,Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Firstly Pinnacle tours are a very professional company. This tour was great - pickup from our perth hotel. Great ferry trip then a walk to the train. Everything was organised well. Train was cute. Then bus to Oliver Hill. Very interesting and the tunnels were a highlight. The volunteers were fabulous… The rest of the tour around the island was informative and pleasant. Theres some fabulous beaches there. Ending at the Township with the shops and cafes and of course all the Quokkas. Cute little things, luckily we’ve seen quite a few on the bus trip. The driver seem to know where they like to be and he would stop and let us have a look.. it was fun watching the sea planes come in and out, unfortunately when we got home there was news that a plane had crashed with loss of life.. very sad indeed
Bus tour right around the whole island in half a day. You certainly could spend days here exploring all the beaches, tracks, and
564nareller,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Travelled on the ferry with Rottnest Express with an 8.45am depart, 5pm return. We had an hour to relax and walk to the Settlement Railway, where we began our Australian Pinnacles Bus Tour part of our day. The 11.30 am bumpy-fun train ride took us to Oliver Hill, where we toured the gun battery. We walked to the bus and were given lunch - (chicken wrap, oat biscuit, and bottled water, which unfortunately, had not been chilled). We ate as we began our Quokka Coaches' trip, with Kevin sharing his knowledge and passion for the Island. We got off the bus at a few places for photo opportunities and "comfort stops". I'm glad we took the later ferry back as it gave us more time to get up close and personal with the "domesticated" quokkas. It is very important not to feed them or touch them.
Bus tour of the island
849brucer,Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Grand Tour on the bus was great and not riding endlessly which could have taken all day. No train was a disappointment , but the tour guide humour was admirable.
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