“Australia is the perfect place to explore by road,” says Flight Centre’s Louise Hare, who creates tailor-made trips and self-drive itineraries across the country. “It is so vast, but flying over means you miss out on so much. Staying on the ground means you can really immerse yourself in it and see the amazing way the landscape changes.”
Of course, a cross-Aus road trip needs a bit more prep than UK drivers may be used to. Flight Centre’s road trip tips include stocking up on water and Aussie snacks (“Tim Tams and Shapes”) and filling up as often as possible (“It can be a LONG way until the next servo!”)
Snacks aside, you can take the stress out of your epic adventure with some expert help. Flight Centre’s travel consultants know the country first-hand, so are perfectly placed to help you plan and book every aspect of your drive.
“Our experts know where to stop so you don’t miss a thing – or finish feeling as though you need another holiday,” says Hare. “And they can arrange unique experiences en route – like a guided 4x4 day trip out to Queensland’s stunning Great Beach Drive.”