What’s the best way to see this fantastic continent of ours? You simply can’t beat a classic Aussie Road Trip.
Conroy Australia has compiled some of the countries best road trips for your reading pleasure. Whether you’re a family of 4, a group of university mates or a couple planning your first trip away, there is plenty of open space and white lines to be counted, with stunning vistas around each bend and after each straight. Take in the freedom of the open road while the sun still shines this summer.
Great Ocean Road, Victoria
The name says it all. Starting an hour out of Melbourne in Torquay, The Great Ocean Road stretches across 250 kilometers all the way to Warrnambool where one encounters boundless coastal beauty, an array of wildlife and sleepy beach side towns. The 12 Apostles is a definite highlight, so too Port Campbell National Park. Any Harley riders out there?
The Savannah Way, Queensland
Starting in Cairns and traversing some of the North’s most un-spoilt treasures, you wind and weave your way across a staggering 3,700 kilometers until you reach Broome, Western Australia. Along the way you can stop off at Millaa Millaa Falls, Undara Lava Tubes, Cobbold Gorge and Boodjamulla National Park.
Red Centre Way, Northern Territory
While most travelers take Stuart Highway between Uluru and Alice Springs, a secret of a kind is the scenic route through Red Centre Way. The stunning red colour and breath taking gorges, trails, canyons and camping areas of the West MacDonnel Ranges are a sight to behold. Of course, not forgetting the main attractions and wonders that are Ayers Rock, Kings Canyon and Glen Helen Gorge.
Legendary Pacific Coast
Driving down from Sydney to Brisbane, better known as the Legendary Pacific Coast, lies one of the most popular Australian road trips. The over 900 kilometre journey takes you through rolling green hills, prestine beaches and beachside towns, wineries, hinterland and more. Byron Bay and the Hunter Valley make for great afternoon stop offs.
Launceston to Hobart, Tasmania
Not forgetting the great island of the South, Tasmania is one of Australias most scenic driving destinations. Starting from Launceston, and heading towards St Helens, the surrounding greenery guides you to the incredible Bay of Fires and Binalong Bay before driving out to Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur and finally finishing up in Hobart.