Australia is big and diverse and is custom-made for some of the best road trips on the planet. From the sea cliffs of southern Tasmania to the rainforests of the tropical north, from stirring coastal odysseys to the lonely outback, Australia's paved roads take you on journeys that showcase the extraordinary beauty of this vast continent.
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Discover the freedom of the open road with Australia’s Best Trips. We’ve selected 38 amazing road trips through the Australia, from two-day escapes to two-week adventures, and packed them full of expert advice and inspirational suggestions. Whether you want to explore the Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, the Nullarbor or outback Queensland, we’ve got the trip for you.
Australia's Best Trips TOP 10
1. Great Barrier Reef
2. Kakadu National Park
3. Twelve Apostles
4. Byron Bay
5. Daintree Rainforest
6. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
7. Bungle Bungles
8. SA Wine Regions
9. Whale Watching
10. Wilsons Prom
- Get inspired with highlights, expert recommendations and gorgeous images
- Discover even more with detours, walking routes and ways to link your road trips
- Get around easily with colour maps, detailed directions and practical tips
- Plus planning advice to help you pick the right route
Coverage includes: Plan Your Trip, Australia’s Classic Trips, New South Wales & the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, Tasmania.
Writers: Brett Atkinson, Andrew Bain, Cristian Bonetto, Samantha Forge, Anthony Ham, Paul Harding, Trent Holden, Anita Isalska, Anna Kaminski, Tatyana Leonov, Virginia Maxwell, Hugh McNaughtan, Kate Morgan, Charles Rawlings-Way, Andy Symington, Tasmin Waby, Steve Waters