Travel Information

Drive

Where the Journey is the destination

The Great Barrier Reef, World Heritage listed rainforests and world-class beach resorts: Queensland is famous for big attractions - but when you’re travelling it’s often the little things that make all the difference. Meeting friendly faces in a country pub, driving through an endless field of sunflowers, lingering in a vineyard restaurant or capturing a breathtaking outback sunset.

Queensland is a great fly/drive option. Pick up your vehicle at Brisbane, Gold Coast, Townsville or Cairns international airports or state wide domestics and regional airports, and journey on one of Queensland’s fabulous touring routes, connecting Queensland’s coastal icons with a range of hinterland experiences.

Hire a four wheel drive or join a safari to explore Queensland’s spectacular wilderness. Fraser Island, Cape York, Rainbow Beach, Moreton Island, Nth Stradbroke Island and the Outback provide some of the world’s great four wheel drive adventures.

Campervans and motor homes give you complete independence. These can be hired in most major centres. Caravan parks and camping grounds in prime locations are abundant. This is the only way to stay in some of the secluded destinations and Queensland offers over 4000 well appointed caravan parks.

Key drives in Queensland

Great Tropical Drive

Immerse yourself in the World-heritage wonders of North Queensland between Cairns and Townsville along The Great Tropical Drive. Experience 13 discovery trails that wind their way from palm-fringed beaches, to ancient rainforests and the golden outback of North Queensland.

Amaze at the sheer size and abundant marine life of the Great Barrier Reef or take some time out and relax on one of over 20 idyllic tropical island hideaways. Take a step back in time and discover the charms of the heritage trail. Taste paradise on indulgent tropical food trails or soar above the tablelands in your very own hot air ballooning adventure.

Explore our ancient rainforests with adventures including mountain treks, canopy walks, waterfall and gorge tours or kayak and rafting. Experience rich indigenous culture or venture into our ‘accessible outback’ a truly remarkable landscape filled with amazing discoveries, including 190,000 year old lava tubes, gorges and escarpments.

The Great Tropical Drive is an Australian tropical adventure full of unexpected discoveries. It’s where you’ll feel amazed, inspired and alive. It’s where Australia shines. And you’ll shine too, from the moment you arrive.

Savannah Way - Australia’s Adventure Drive

The Savannah Way is one of Australia's ultimate adventure drives, linking Cairns in Tropical North Queensland with the historic pearling town of Broome in Western Australia, via the natural wonders of Katherine in the Northern Territory.

Pacific Coast Touring Route

The Pacific Coast Touring Route stretches between the main gateways of Sydney and Brisbane, showcasing the very best of Australia. The ultimate combination of magnificent coastline with spectacular hinterland makes it the perfect place for your holiday any time of year, no matter what the interests, age or budget.

Gold Coast / Sunshine Coast

Have fun on the Gold Coast, an hour south of Brisbane. From world-class theme parks and delightful river cruises to colourful markets and bustling nightlife, there is plenty to see and do. Then explore the beautiful Sunshine Coast, an hour north of Brisbane. With its rolling hills, beautiful beaches and majestic mountains, it is truly a hidden gem.

Cairns & beyond

Head to Cairns, the gateway to the world's largest natural wonder - the Great Barrier Reef. The city offers an exciting range of adventures to choose from, including whitewater rafting, hot air ballooning and quad biking. You can also venture beyond Cairns and explore picturesque seaside towns such as Palm Cove and Port Douglas.