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Top 5 Driving Routes Australia

Published on December 7th, 2020
  Written by 
Bill Tsouvalas
Bill Tsouvalas is the managing director and a key company spokesperson at Savvy. As a personal finance expert, he often shares his insights on a range of topics, being featured on leading news outlets including News Corp publications such as the Daily Telegraph and Herald Sun, Fairfax Media publications such as the Australian Financial Review, the Seven Network and more. Bill has over 15 years of experience working in the finance industry and founded Savvy in 2010 with a vision to provide affordable and accessible finance options to all Australians. He has built Savvy from a small asset finance brokerage into a financial comparison website which now attracts close to 2 million Aussies per year and was included in the BRW’s Fast 100 in 2015 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country. He’s passionate about helping Australians make financially savvy decisions and reviews content across the brand to ensure its accuracy. You can follow Bill on LinkedIn.
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1. NSW Central Coast

The NSW Central Coast is the jewel in Australia's natural wonders. Exquisite beaches, untouched bushland and wondrous natural parks in the Hunter Valley can be found throughout this 1,227km trip of a lifetime. You can experience wildlife and the incredible coast the envy of the world over.  A first-class driving holiday.

2. The Great Tropical Drive

For the more adventurous drivers, the Great Tropical Drive is a coastal tour of North-East Queensland which takes in rainforests, mountains and old rivers of lava! You can stop in Cairns, Townsville and the Daintree. At minimum a six day journey, it's for those who love the ride as much as getting there.

3. Barossa Valley Grape Vine

At a short 170km, this one is definitely for aficionados of great wine. A simple and relaxing drive around South Australia's world-famous Barossa Valley wine region that features some truly breathtaking natural scenery.

4. Western Australia's Culture Trail

The southern tip of Western Australia is one for history buffs and culture lovers. This near 1,200km round journey takes in Aboriginal cultural sites, early settlers' sites and many natural wonders.  It takes in Perth, Albany, Pemberton and up the South West Coast.

5. The Murray River Run

Taking in 614km of breathtaking scenery, this takes you past one of Australia's most pristine rivers, the Murray from Mildura, VIC to Albury, NSW. Following this smooth ride is great for the kids who can experience river swimming and canoeing. Mum and Dad aren't left out as the ‘run' offers up some of Australia's finest dining and wineries.

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