Melbourne To Gold Coast Road Trip 14 Nights - 15 Days

Package Overview

An epic two-week self-drive adventure covering the vast Australian coastline, from Melbourne's cultural hub and the iconic Great Ocean Road, through the nation's capital and Sydney Harbour, to the sunny beaches of the Gold Coast.

Tour Highlights
Explore Melbourne's vibrant laneways and coffee culture
Drive the iconic **Great Ocean Road** and see the **Twelve Apostles**
Tour the Parliament House and cultural institutions in Canberra
Spend three full days exploring the highlights of **Sydney Harbour**
Experience thrilling sandboarding on the massive dunes at Port Stephens
Enjoy the laid-back coastal vibe of Coffs Harbour and surrounding beaches
Relax and utilize the theme parks and surf lessons on the Gold Coast
Savor local seafood, wines, and the diverse Australian landscape

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Melbourne & City Exploration

  Melbourne
  
  Arrive at Melbourne Airport (MEL), collect your rental vehicle, and transfer to your inner-city accommodation. Spend the day exploring the city's famous laneways and coffee shops.
  
  Activities
  Vehicle pickup & check-in
  Laneways walk
  Queen Victoria Market (open days)

  • Themes Food and Drink
• Day 2 : Great Ocean Road Drive (Part 1)

  Melbourne → Apollo Bay
  
  Begin the scenic drive along the **Great Ocean Road (GOR)**. Stop at Torquay (Bells Beach) and the coastal towns of Lorne and Wye River. Overnight stay in Apollo Bay, Port Campbell, or a similar coastal town.
  
  Activities
  GOR drive start
  Bells Beach viewpoint
  Coastal towns exploration

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing
• Day 3 : Great Ocean Road (Part 2) & Return to Melbourne Area

  Apollo Bay → Twelve Apostles → Melbourne
  
  Continue the GOR drive to see the dramatic highlights: the **Twelve Apostles**, Loch Ard Gorge, and London Bridge. After the Apostles, head inland towards Melbourne (or a nearby eastern suburb) to position for the drive to Canberra tomorrow.
  
  Activities
  Twelve Apostles stop
  Loch Ard Gorge
  Inland drive back towards Melbourne

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 4 : Long Drive to Canberra

  Melbourne → Canberra
  
  A long driving day north-east to the nation’s capital, Canberra. Check into your hotel upon arrival. Evening at leisure.
  
  Activities
  Long driving day
  Evening at leisure

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 5 : Canberra Exploration

  Canberra
  
  Spend the day exploring the capital's civic and cultural highlights. Visit **Parliament House**, the **National Museum of Australia**, or the Australian War Memorial.
  
  Activities
  Parliament House tour
  National Museum or War Memorial

  • Themes Museums
• Day 6 : Transfer to Sydney & Orientation

  Canberra → Sydney
  
  Short morning drive north to Sydney (approx. 3.5–4 hours). Check into your Sydney accommodation. Afternoon: Return the car or park and take a ferry for a Harbour orientation.
  
  Activities
  Drive to Sydney
  Car drop-off (recommended) or parking
  Sydney Harbour ferry/walk

  • Themes Boat Safari
• Day 7 : Sydney Highlights

  Sydney
  
  Two full days dedicated to iconic Sydney experiences: a walk around the Opera House and Botanic Gardens, a **Harbour cruise**, the **Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk**, and climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge (optional).
  
  Activities
  Sydney Opera House walk
  Harbour cruise
  Bondi to Coogee walk
  Bridge Climb (optional)

  • Themes Boat Cruise, Sightseeing
• Day 8 : Sydney Highlights

  Sydney
  
  Two full days dedicated to iconic Sydney experiences: a walk around the Opera House and Botanic Gardens, a **Harbour cruise**, the **Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk**, and climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge (optional).
  
  Activities
  Sydney Opera House walk
  Harbour cruise
  Bondi to Coogee walk
  Bridge Climb (optional)

  • Themes Boat Cruise, Sightseeing
• Day 9 : Sydney to Port Stephens

  Sydney → Port Stephens
  
  Pick up a new rental car (if dropped off in Sydney) or start the drive north. Arrive at Port Stephens (approx. 2.5–3 hours driving). Afternoon: Explore the massive **Stockton Sand Dunes** and try **sandboarding**.
  
  Activities
  Drive to Port Stephens
  Sandboarding / Dune tour

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 10 : Port Stephens to Coffs Harbour

  Port Stephens → Coffs Harbour
  
  Enjoy a morning at Port Stephens (optional dolphin cruise). Drive north along the scenic Pacific Highway to Coffs Harbour (approx. 3.5–4 hours). Check into your hotel and enjoy the afternoon on the beach.
  
  Activities
  Dolphin cruise (optional)
  Pacific Highway drive
  Beach relaxation

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing
• Day 11 : Coffs Harbour to Gold Coast

  Coffs Harbour → Gold Coast
  
  The final long driving day north to the Gold Coast (approx. 4.5–5 hours). Cross the border into Queensland. Check into your Gold Coast resort/accommodation.
  
  Activities
  Final long drive
  Arrival and check-in Gold Coast

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 12 : Gold Coast Finale

  Gold Coast
  
  Three full days to relax on famous Gold Coast beaches (Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads), take surf lessons, and visit the popular **theme parks** (Dreamworld, Movieworld, Seaworld—optional tickets).
  
  Activities
  Surf lessons
  Theme park visits (optional)
  Beach time

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing, Theme Parks
• Day 13 : Gold Coast Finale

  Gold Coast
  
  Three full days to relax on famous Gold Coast beaches (Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads), take surf lessons, and visit the popular **theme parks** (Dreamworld, Movieworld, Seaworld—optional tickets).
  
  Activities
  Surf lessons
  Theme park visits (optional)
  Beach time

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing, Theme Parks
• Day 14 : Gold Coast Finale

  Gold Coast
  
  Three full days to relax on famous Gold Coast beaches (Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads), take surf lessons, and visit the popular **theme parks** (Dreamworld, Movieworld, Seaworld—optional tickets).
  
  Activities
  Surf lessons
  Theme park visits (optional)
  Beach time

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing, Theme Parks
• Day 15 : Departure

  Gold Coast
  
  Final breakfast. Return the vehicle to the designated drop-off point (usually Gold Coast Airport, OOL) and transfer for your onward departure.
  
  Activities
  Vehicle return
  Departure transfer

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• Accommodation as per the details mentioned in the package.
• Meals provided as per the specified package.
• All transfers and sightseeing by private or SIC (Seat In Coach) vehicle as per the itinerary.
• Entry and ferry tickets included for all mentioned places of sightseeing.

Exclusions

• Any kind of air or ship fare is not included.
• Vehicles are not at disposal unless specified in the itinerary.
• Any extra excursions apart from those suggested in the itinerary are not included.
• Water sports activities are excluded from the package.
• Any kind of personal expenses, including room service, laundry, and telephone charges, are not covered.
• Expenses incurred due to bad weather, natural calamities, flight or ferry cancellations, strikes, or political unrest must be paid by the guest.

Package Start From

• Melbourne, Australia, Oceania

Terms & Conditions

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