Day 1 Arrive Brisbane |
On arrival at Brisbane Airport, proceed to the Hertz Car Rental Office to complete documentation formalities and pick up your 9-Day Self Drive Hertz Car - Toyota Corolla 5Door Hatch Compact Car or similar (CCMR - Class B, Inclusive of NeverLost GPS). Once the documentation formalities are completed, begin your fun-filled drive tour to Gold Coast. On arrival in Gold Coast, drive to Marina Mirage for the 55-Minute Paradise Jetboating Broadwater Adventure. Overnight in Gold Coast. |
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Day 2 Self drive to Currumbin |
After an early breakfast, drive to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for an adventurous day with wild colourful Lorikeets and saltwater crocodiles. You can even enjoy feeding them (Normally between 0800 -0915+hrs). In the evening, drive to Skypoint Observation Deck, Australia's only beachside observation deck at the 77/78 level of Q1 Resort. Once here, you can enjoy fabulous 360-degrees view of the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise glowing in the warm rays of the setting sun, while sipping Italian Coffee or a cocktail from the bar with signature cake for accompaniment. Overnight in Gold Coast. |
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Day 3 Self drive to Sea world Or Movie World |
After breakfast, drive to Sea World OR Movie World (Choice of 1 Theme Park) for a fun filled day. Overnight in Gold Coast. |
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Day 4 Self drive to Dreamworld and White Water World |
After breakfast, drive to Dream World and White Water World (1-Day World Pass). Overnight in Gold Coast. |
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Day 5 Self drive to Coff Harbour |
After breakfast, checkout from the Gold Coast hotel and proceed to your next destination - Coffs Harbour. Drive south on Pacific Highway, exploring the beautiful coastal towns of Tweed, Byron Bay, Ballina, Yamba etc. en-route. On arrival at Coff Harbour, check-in at your hotel for overnight stay (Approx. 335Kms). Overnight in Coff Harbour. |
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Day 6 Self drive to Port Stephens |
After breakfast, checkout from hotel and continue the scenic drive down the Pacific Highway to the 'Blue Water Paradise' seaside town - Port Stephens passing through Port Macquarie. On arrival at Port Stephens, check-in at your Hotel (Approx. 335Kms). Overnight in Port Stephens. |
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Day 7 Port Stephens |
After breakfast, drive to Dock C, d'Albora Marina, Nelson Bay by 1000-1015hrs for the 90-minute Moonshadow Dolphin Watching Cruise. Explore the Marina and try your hand at various local activities such as Parasailing etc (Optional). Later, drive to the Lower Car Park at the end of James Patterson Street, Anna Bay for the 60-minute Port Stephens Sand Boarding and 4-Wheel Drive Adventure at Stockton Bight Sand Dunes. You can also visit Murray Brewery for local beer and boutique wine tasting (own expense) and explore the region. Overnight in Port Stephens. |
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Day 8 Self drive south to Sydney |
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed on your self-drive Australia tour to Sydney, driving south past the towns of Newcastle. You can take a detour to Hunter Valley and explore its many famous vineyards (Approx. 225Kms). On arrival at Sydney, check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Sydney. |
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Day 9 Departure |
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed to the Sydney Airport to deposit your vehicle with Hertz Airport Office and complete your final documentation before boarding your flight to your onward destination or back home. |