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North Island | Auckland to Bay of Islands Road Trip Itinerary

This is a 7 day highlights itinerary of Northland including the jewel in the crown – the Bay of Islands, as you travel the Twin Coast Discovery Themed Highway.

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Here is where Kupe and the first Maori picked to explore New Zealand and now it’s your turn! Often viewed as the best North Island scenic route, this 1,000 km loop will take you on a journey through the “winterless north” at a pace allowing you enough time to explore. Meander around the best of both coasts of New Zealand’s warmest region, getting off the beaten path and finding your own unique places and memories.

With 144 Islands, world class beaches, along with some of the most culturally significant places in New Zealand, the Bay of Islands is known by people the world over as their trip highlight to Aotearoa. Will it be yours?

That’s just the beginning.

From local legends around Cape Reinga to massive Kauri trees that are thousands of years old, this route will take you on a journey like no other. It’s not just the land that welcomes you, with world class diving and snorkeling at the Poor Knights Islands on the Tutukaka peninsula a favorite part of this route.

To top it off, here is your chance to see kiwis in the wild thanks to the unique experience on offer at Aroha Island Eco-center where you can camp amongst New Zealand's favorite and allusive feathered friends!

Queensland | Brisbane to Yeppoon Road Trip Itinerary

Discover the path less travelled on your 10 day Brisbane to Tropic of Capricorn Queensland road trip.

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From the Great Barrier Reef’s most exclusive islands, to undeveloped national parks and lesser-known coastal towns, this road trip has campers covered with Queensland’s best hidden gems. Travelling from Brisbane as far as the Capricorn Region, campers will have the opportunity to visit the largest undeveloped area in the central Queensland coast, swim in the jewel in the crown of Yeppoon and explore some of the Great Barrier Reef’s lesser-known islands. Whether travellers are looking for an affordable family getaway or luxury at its finest, this route has something for everyone.

Victoria | Melbourne to Grampians National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Explore the best of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park on this 5 day road trip itinerary.

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This is one of the best things, if not the best, that you can do in the state of Victoria in Australia. Rent a campervan and go on an adventure. A road trip along the Great Ocean Road & Grampians National Park is a trip where you feel small in the universe. A trip where you experience the greatness and emptiness of Australia. A trip you will remember, because the landscape is even more beautiful after every bend of road. Wake up in your own campervan between kangaroos, breakfast on the beach and hikes to beautiful views. Fancy this? I understand. This is the ideal route for a road trip along the Great Ocean Road & Grampians National Park. A trip like this is perfect to escape the hustle of city life in Melbourne.

Queensland | Brisbane to Bald Rock National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Trail along the Queensland and New South Wales border to discover some of the most lush and rewarding landscapes of Australia on this road trip itinerary.

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Often overshadowed by their sandy, saltwater neighbours, Queensland’s bounty of rainforests, inland dams and expansive lakes offer a myriad of cracking picnic spots, water adventure, breathtaking stargazing, beautiful sunsets and never-ending scenery.

Offering the chance to explore natural wonders that are close to home, this road trip is ideal for campervanning beginners – with civilisation never straying too far. En route, campers will travel to beautiful Lake Moogerah to spend a night under the stars, chase waterfalls along the famous ‘Falls Drives’ before making their way to Bald Rock National Park (roughly 3.5 hours from Brisbane) near Tenterfields NSW.

Queensland | Brisbane to Longreach Road Trip Itinerary

Travel through unique landscapes, from the outback’s red dust, to lush rainforest and turquoise coastline on this Queensland outback explorer itinerary.

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Queensland’s outback conjures images of barren plains and dusty roads. But there’s more to the landscape – and the towns dotted throughout – than meets the eye. Some of the state’s oldest townships are home to historical events, culturally significant sites and the most unique scenery you’ll come across in the country. Everyday will bring a new experience as you connect with family and friends while supporting the local rural Queensland economy.

Strap in for an adventure you’ll never forget as you fossick for gems, explore dinosaur fossils, visit the oldest town in the central west and the birthplace of Qantas. But it’s not all dirt and dust. You’ll also enjoy an oasis amongst the arid land and cool off at the end of the trip in 1770 and Hervey Bay as you head home along the picturesque coastline. Hire a motorhome to make your outback adventure fun, easy and convenient.