Sydney → Byron Bay → Gold Coast → Brisbane

From A$2,400 per person · estimate only

Best for: First-time visitors wanting coast, culture and cities in one run

Coastal route with rail and coach options along most of the way. Book Byron Bay accommodation early for summer.

Brisbane → Sunshine Coast → Noosa

From A$780 per person · estimate only

Best for: Short breaks with beaches, national park and food

Easy self-drive or rail. Best outside school holiday peaks.

Brisbane → Whitsundays → Cairns

From A$3,100 per person · estimate only

Best for: Reef, islands and tropical rainforest

Domestic flights connect each leg. Reef conditions are best May to October.

Melbourne → Torquay → Apollo Bay → Port Campbell

From A$690 per person · estimate only

Best for: Self-drive coastal scenery

Drive west to east for the best coastal viewpoints. Wildlife is most active at dusk.

Adelaide → Cape Jervis → Kangaroo Island

From A$950 per person · estimate only

Best for: Wildlife and quiet coast

Vehicle ferry from Cape Jervis. Book the ferry and island stays well in advance in peak season.

Perth → Busselton → Margaret River

From A$820 per person · estimate only

Best for: Forest, surf and cellar doors

A comfortable self-drive. Whale watching runs roughly September to November.

Darwin → Litchfield → Kakadu

From A$1,900 per person · estimate only

Best for: Wetlands, waterfalls and living culture

Dry season only (May to October). Many cultural sites require guided access.

Hobart → Cradle Mountain → Wineglass Bay → Hobart

From A$1,750 per person · estimate only

Best for: World Heritage wilderness and cooler-climate food and wine

Weather changes fast. Carry layers year round and check park alerts before walking.

Uluru → Kata Tjuta → Alice Springs

From A$2,100 per person · estimate only

Best for: Ancient landscapes and First Nations culture

April to September for cooler conditions. Some sites are closed or restricted - follow Anangu guidance at all times.