🌎 Is this the world's greatest road trip? 👀

Hi kopral,

Looking for the ultimate adventure? Step forward Australia's East Coast Trail. The epic 4000km route has three unique sections, each guaranteed to blow you away: Melbourne to Sydney; Sydney to Brisbane and Brisbane to Cairns.

Read on to discover why you'll love the East Coast Trail and the best places to stay along the way.

Your journey starts here....

Amy

Stunning Blenheim Beach at Jervis Bay © Shutterstock

Section 1: Melbourne to Sydney

Highlights:

Melbourne: culture, art and out-of-town adventure
Lakes Entrance: kayaking, kangaroos and world-class food
Jervis Bay: jaw-dropping beaches, marine life and an Aboriginal-owned National Park

Explore Melbourne to Sydney

Glide between clifftops on the Scenic Skyway © Shutterstock

Section 2: Sydney to Brisbane

Highlights:

Newcastle: Art Deco elegance and laidback beach life in a hipster heaven
Port Macquarie: coastal adventures, koalas and Birpai culture
Byron Bay: warm vibes, big icons and high-octane adventures

Explore Sydney to Brisbane

Section 3: Brisbane to Cairns

Highlights:

Brisbane: idyllic islands and majestic mountains
Hervey Bay: world-class whale-watching and the world's largest sand island
Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays: pristine beaches, islands and the Great Barrier Reef