Best Australian Fly Drive Holidays

Elephant Rock on the Great Ocean Road (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Australia is a vast country that is home to some truly spectacular locations. The size of the country means that visitors and Australians alike can easily travel around the country for holidays and still experience some completely alien environments. A fly-drive holiday in Australia is a great way to see the country and there is a huge variety of locations to choose from.

Highway 1 is the longest national highway in the world and it is one which offers a vast array of locations. The highway wraps almost entirely around the country of Australia and is a 20,000km trek, so you will certainly need the number of a mobile mechanic on this trip! Whilst most of us will never have the time to complete this journey, there are segments of it which stand out as wonderful places to visit.

The Great Ocean Road

A trip to Australia cannot be complete without taking the opportunity to drive along the Great Ocean Road. Standing as a memorial to the lives lost in World War II, the Great Ocean road stretches along a diverse and spectacular coastline. A Sydney car hire will give you the opportunity to experience the majestic NSW/Victorian coastline before heading to the ultimate road touring experience.

The Great Barrier Coastline

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest natural reef in the world and it is the most remarkable sight to see. With tropical islands and hundreds of miles of beaches, there is little doubt that this stretch of coast provides the perfect driving location. Starting as far south as Bundaberg there is a coast of 2,600kms to be travelled and it makes for an awe-inspiring drive. This is the perfect trip for a holiday with mates and a few surfboards.

Tasmania

Driving from Hobart to Freycinet National Park will take roughly two weeks and is a very popular road trip. Tasmania is a relatively untouched state and is home to some fantastic wildlife which is unique to the region. A trip through Tasmania will provide you with fantastic views and experiences, as well as the chance to visit what have been voted as some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

South West Coast

The South West Coast of Australia is a great place to visit for a road trip because it will allow you to loop through some of the best vineyards in the world and stop off at isolated beaches along the way. If you visit the area of Albany around July you may even get the chance to see whales breaching near the shore.

Uluru

Any trip to Australia needs to include a trip to Uluru. This iconic region of Australia has of huge significance to Aboriginals and Australians alike and there is little wonder why. The 5km eruption from the centre of the desert is a remarkable sight to behold and it is one which will stick with you forever. However you decide to drive there, it is worth making this the end destination of any road trip because it is the best way to end a period in Australia.