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10 Most Iconic Road Trips

Handpicked routes that showcase the diverse landscapes, wildlife, and hidden gems of the Australian continent.

The Legendary Pacific Coast
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The Legendary Pacific Coast

Where: New South Wales and Queensland

There's no shortage of adventure on the spectacular Legendary Pacific Coast between Sydney and Brisbane, boasting the wineries of the Hunter Valley, the sparkling beaches of Port Stephens, the hippie-chic scene of Byron Bay and the glitz of the Gold Coast. It's a wind-the-windows-down kind of road trip that embraces Australia's coastal beauty and laid-back vibes, even passing one of the most iconic road trip pit stops: the Big Banana.

Drive the Legendary Pacific Coast Touring Route

From world-class wine to sparkling beaches and ancient rainforest walks, the New South Wales Legendary Pacific Coast is a drive to be savoured.

The Grand Pacific Drive
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The Grand Pacific Drive

Where: New South Wales

The endless ocean on one side and sweeping landscapes on the other – what's not to love about a coastal road trip? One of Australia's most spectacular coastal drives is the Grand Pacific Drive. Beginning just south of Sydney, the road clutches the coastline, crossing the Sea Cliff Bridge, which seemingly levitates above crashing waves. Along the way, visit a dramatic blowhole in Kiama, stroll along the bone-white shores of Hyams Beach and witness ancient history. Continue your journey all the way to Melbourne on the Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Drive.

Sydney to the Sapphire Coast road trip

With pockets of paradise like Eden and Merimbula, the Sapphire Coast in New South Wales is so much more than just a whale-watching mecca.

The Red Centre Way
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The Red Centre Way

Where: Northern Territory

The central Australian outback is a place of transformation. Ancient ochre landscapes, dynamic cultures and starry skies create an energy unique to Australia's red heart. Driving the Red Centre Way, a loop beginning and ending in the outback town of Alice Springs, means meeting Australian icons at every turn. Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Watarrka National Park are the heavy hitters, but don't overlook the dramatic gorges and cool swimming holes of Tjoritja (the West MacDonnell Ranges).

Alice Springs to Uluru: a 7-day road trip

Tour the ancient landscapes of Central Australia on this iconic Aussie road trip through Alice Springs, Kings Canyon and Uluru.

The Great Barrier Reef Drive
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The Great Barrier Reef Drive

Where: Queensland

Not all great drives are long drives, even in a place as big as Australia. From the tropical city of Cairns to the wilds of Cape Tribulation, the Great Barrier Reef Drive offers more than its fair share of wonders. Where else can you stand on the border of two World Heritage Listed sites? Or spot the vibrant colours of both cassowary birds and coral? Amid your travels between the reef and the Daintree Rainforest, you can chill beneath palms, search for tree kangaroos and snorkel over the kaleidoscope of colours and creatures on the reef.

14-day Tropical North Queensland Drive

Drive from Cairns to Townsville via Cooktown, through World Heritage-listed reef and rainforests to golden outback savannah, taking in tropical Queensland at its finest.

The Explorer's Way
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The Explorer's Way

Where: South Australia and the Northern Territory

Meandering all the way from Adelaide to Darwin, the Explorers Way passes through a tapestry of ancient gorges, weathered peaks and red rock canyons. In South Australia's outback, you'll find the natural wonders of the 600-million-year-old Flinders Ranges as well as the underground city of Coober Pedy. After crossing the border into the Northern Territory, you'll soon see the majestic Uluru and Kata Tjuta appear ahead as the earth turns red beneath your tyres.

14 days along the Explorers Way

This 14-day adventure takes you down the centre of Australia, from Darwin to South Australia. Along the way you'll explore striking landscapes from wetlands to deserts, as well as outback towns, world-class wineries and beautiful beaches.

The Great Eastern Drive
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The Great Eastern Drive

Where: Tasmania

From snow-capped mountains to sapphire-blue bays, Tasmania is overflowing with natural beauty. Take in Tassie's coastal wonders as you follow one of the island's grandest road trips – the Great Eastern Drive. Head north from Hobart to the Bay of Fires, where the beaches are white, the air is clean and the scenery is magnificent. Wander around the sandstone ruins of the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur convict settlement one day and find yourself admiring the perfect curve of Wineglass Bay the next.

5 days on Tasmania's Great Eastern Drive

Sample the splendours of Tasmania's stunning east coast, from seafood and wine to lush rainforest and powder-white beaches.

The Nullarbor Plain
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The Nullarbor Plain

Where: South Australia

If experiencing Australia's wide-open spaces is on your wishlist, set your sights on the Nullarbor Plain, located along the Great Australian Bight. There are incredible experiences to be found as you drive along the open road, from wandering the wild coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula to hitting the holes on the world's longest golf course. Add in caves, old gold mining towns, the remains of a space station that crashed to Earth and character-rich roadhouses, and the Nullarbor becomes a bucket list Aussie road trip.

Driving across the Nullarbor Plain

Widen your horizons driving the Eyre Highway across the vast Nullarbor Plain, four times the size of Belgium.

The Gibb River Road
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The Gibb River Road

Where: Western Australia

The centre of the Kimberley is as vast and majestic as its famous coastline. The Gibb River Road, which stretches from Derby (near Broome) to almost as far as Kununurra, is a legendary outback route for good reason. Offering secluded gorges, rocky ridges and that indescribable open-road feeling, it's a drive that will transform you with each passing kilometre. Head off in a 4WD to explore bulbous boab trees, glimpse the rugged Cockburn Range and soak in glassy waterholes.

Gibb River Road: a 12-day adventure

Journey across one of the country's greatest 4WD adventures through Western Australia's captivating Kimberley wilderness.

The South West Edge
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The South West Edge

Where: Western Australia

The route between Perth and Esperance truly has it all: blindingly white beaches, strikingly clear water, some of the tallest trees in the world and premium wineries. Lose yourself in the natural beauty, seclusion and tranquillity of the South West Edge road trip. Pay a visit to Lucky Bay's beach-loving kangaroos, bounce along a walkway suspended in the treetops at the Valley of the Giants and join an expedition to see killer whales (between late January and April). And that's just the start.

Western Australia's South West: 14 day road trip

Experience the extraordinary landscape of the South West in one great road trip.

The Great Ocean Road
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The Great Ocean Road

Where: Victoria

The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia's most thrilling drives, studded with dramatic views of rugged coastline. Take it slow and enjoy the breathtaking views along this iconic stretch of road before heading inland to discover dense forests and misting waterfalls. Seize the chance to marvel at the famous 12 Apostles' towering limestone rock formations – stunning at any time of day, but especially as the setting sun turns the cliff face a fiery red.

6 days on the Great Southern Touring Route

Take a road trip along Victoria's eye-popping southern coastline, through Aboriginal history and into sparkling spa country. It's nature, nurture and wonder all the way.

"The Gibb River Road trip was absolutely life-changing. The 4WD support team was incredible, and the hidden gorges we found were straight out of a movie!"

Sarah M.
Sarah M. Perth, WA

All our tours include 4WD vehicle hire, fuel, camping accommodations, national park fees, and a dedicated local guide. Flights to the start location are not included.

A standard valid driver's license from your home country is sufficient for most routes. Some remote tracks may require a provisional 4WD briefing provided on day one.

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"We did the Red Centre Way with Trendconsultant. Seeing Uluru at sunset was a spiritual experience. The itinerary was perfectly paced, not too rushed, allowing us to truly absorb the magic of the Outback."

James T.
James T. Melbourne, VIC

Absolutely. Our group tours are designed for solo travelers, couples, and friends. You will be paired with a group of up to 8 people, ensuring a safe and social environment.

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