Discover the best of Australia’s Gold Coast and Scenic Pacific Coast on this self-
drive adventure. From golden beaches to lush rainforests, immerse yourself in the
beauty and excitement of these iconic coastal destinations.
Gold Coast & Pacific Coast
Day 1:
Arrive Brisbane Airport & proceed to Hertz Car Rental Office, complete your documentation formalities, and pick up your 9-day self-drive Hertz car and begin your fun-filled drive experience to the Gold Coast. Late afternoon, self-drive to Marina Mirage to join the 55-minute Paradise Jetboating Broadwater Adventure. Overnight stay at accommodation.
Day 2:
Breakfast. Early morning self-drive to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for admission and the possibility to meet wild, colorful lorikeets with feeding. This early evening, self-drive to the 77/78-level Skypoint Observation Deck for a fabulous 360-degree view of the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise around sunset with Italian coffee & signature cake OR a cocktail from the bar included. Overnight stay at accommodation.
Day 3:
Later, self-drive to Sea World OR Movie World and have a fun-filled day. Overnight stay at accommodation.
Day 4:
Breakfast. Self-drive to Dreamworld + WhiteWater World and have an enjoyable day. Overnight stay at accommodation.
Day 5:
Check out & self-drive south on the Pacific Highway to Coffs Harbour. Enroute, pass through and explore the beautiful coastal towns of Tweed, Byron Bay, Ballina, Yamba, etc. Check-in to hotel and stay overnight.
Day 6:
Breakfast. Check out & self-drive south on the Pacific Highway, passing through Port Macquarie before arriving at the blue water paradise seaside town of Port Stephens. Check-in to your hotel and stay overnight.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Drive to Dock C, d’Albora Marina in Nelson Bay and board the Moonshadow Dolphin Watching Cruise. Explore the marina and enjoy optional activities like parasailing. Then, drive to the lower car park at the end of James Paterson Street in Anna Bay to join the Port Stephens Sandboarding and 4WD drive adventure at Stockton Bight sand dunes, reaching heights of up to 30 meters and slopes of up to 60 degrees. Visit Murray Brewery for local beer and boutique wine tasting and explore the region. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8:
Check out & self-drive south to Sydney via the towns of Newcastle and take a detour to Hunter Valley to explore many famous vineyards. Check-in at your Sydney hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9:
Breakfast. Check out & self-drive to Sydney Airport and deposit your vehicle with Hertz’s Airport Office by completing your final documentation.
Gold Coast & Pacific Coast
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