Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Australia. This trusted travel companion features 38 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Explore the enigmatic Outback, marvel at the lush beauty of the Daintree, and discover Tasmania's Heritage Trail. Get to Australia, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's Australia's Best Road Trips : Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions Detours - delightful diversions to see the Australia's highlights along the way Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Stretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Lavish colour photography provides inspiration throughout Covers New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia and more! The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Australia is perfect for exploring Australia via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. Planning an Australia trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's Australia , our most comprehensive guide to Australia, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. Looking for a guide focused on a specific city? Check out Lonely Planet's Pocket Melbourne , a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences.
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