Road Trip Australia: Scenic Drives, Epic Routes & Travel Tips
Iconic Australian Road Trips by State
Australia is made for road tripping — from coastal drives and desert tracks to rainforest routes and outback highways. Whether you’re dreaming of a classic route like the Great Ocean Road, planning a 4WD adventure on the Gibb River Road, or exploring hidden gems like The Old Grafton Road, there’s a journey here for every kind of traveller.
Use the information below to discover some of the best road trips in each state and territory — including distances, highlights, and must-see stops.
National Road Trips
New South Wales Road Trips
Northern Territory Road Trips
Queensland Road Trips
South Australia Road Trips
Tasmania Road Trips
Victoria Road Trips
Western Australia Road Trips
Plan Your Ultimate Road Trip Adventure
Whether you’re chasing sunsets, photographing wildflowers, or camping under star-filled skies, Australia’s diverse landscapes promise unforgettable adventures. Want something more personalised? Head down to Our Personal Road Trip Adventures in Australia to follow our own campervan journeys — including unique routes, photography tips, and custom itineraries.
You can also follow our travels and photos on Instagram:
📷 @adventuresintheganvan & @susanganphotography
Our Personal Road Trip Adventures in Australia
Follow our campervan adventures off the beaten track! These custom routes blend iconic highlights with hidden gems. The journey has been broken into three parts, but we’ll also be sharing details of the entire route for those who want the full cross-country experience. We’re currently adding detailed blog posts, photos, and itineraries — stay tuned!
Brisbane to Broome: A Cross-Country Campervan Adventure
Over six weeks, we will journey inland from Brisbane, heading west through Queensland’s outback country — stopping at towns like Roma and Mt Isa — before crossing into the rugged wilderness of the Northern Territory and onward to Western Australia’s remote Kimberley region. Traveling with Myrtle the Turtle, our trusty campervan, we’ll experience vast red deserts, dramatic gorges, and rich wildlife habitats, capturing the essence of Australia’s heartland.
Wildflower Photography Road Trip in WA
Timed to capture Western Australia’s spectacular wildflower season, this three-month adventure will take us from north to south through blooming fields and nature reserves. We will combine photography hotspots, camping tips, and seasonal highlights to create the ultimate guide for flower lovers and nature photographers alike.
Esperance to Brisbane: The Long Road Home Across the Nullarbor
For the final leg of our journey, we will travel east from Esperance, crossing the vast Nullarbor Plain into South Australia. From there, we’ll head straight to Broken Hill in New South Wales, bypassing Victoria, before continuing our way north to Brisbane. This route will take us through iconic outback landscapes, historic mining towns, and peaceful rural roads — the perfect way to conclude our epic Australian road trip.
Stay Connected
We’re currently working on detailed blog posts, photos, and itineraries to share the full story of each adventure — stay tuned! Meanwhile, you can follow our campervan journey off the beaten track on Instagram at @AdventuresInTheGanVan, and see our latest wildlife, landscape, and macro photography on Instagram at @susanganphotography as well as on the Susan Gan Photography website.
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