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Self Drive Rental Car Tour

Best Of Australia Rental Car Tour

Our great "Australia Best Of" Self Drive Rental Car Tour is the perfect choice for visiting Australia, especially if you want to see as much as possible of this fascinating continent. Your tour begins in the south Australian city of Melbourne, where you will visit the famous Great Ocean Road and the gold mining town of Ballarat. Through Canberra, this popular Australia trip takes you to Australia's most beautiful city Sydney before you ride along the coast back to Melbourne and cross over to Tasmania by ferry. The island is famous for its unique nature, which is also a home to rare animals such as the Tasmanian Devil. On this Self Drive Rental Car Tour in Australia you will really get to know the fifth continent!

 

The Route for the Rental Car Tour Australia Best Of

 

The Route:

arrow down Day 1: Melbourne > Port Campbell

Australia Twelve Apostels

In the morning you will pick up your rental car. While you might have to get used to driving your rental car on the left-hand side of the road, you will find yourself on Great Ocean Road, which takes you to Port Campbell on the first day of your tip. A visit to the Twelve Apostles is a must!

arrow down Day 2: Port Campbell > Portland

Australia Great Ocean Road

You will once again encounter Great Ocean Road today while traveling through Australia via rental car. In Warnabool, you can watch the king of the seas - keep an eye out for whales.

arrow down Day 3: Portland > Ballarat

Australia Sovereign Hill, Ballarat

Today, your journey takes you further into the heart of this beautiful country. The trip to Sovereign Hill is like a journey into the past. The clocks seem to have stopped here. If you want to dig for gold, you will have the opportunity to do so today.

arrow down Day 4: Ballarat > Echuca

Australia Road Trip

On this day, you can explore some of the most beautiful landscapes of Australia. Get to know the vastness of this continent, while you are on your way to Echuca.

arrow down Day 5: Echuca > Albury

Australia Emmylou Murry River Echuca

Emmylou, the historic paddle steamer, invites you to take a very special trip. Ride along Murray River. This is the longest river in Australia!

arrow down Day 6: Albury > Canberra

Australia Government House Canberra

You will be headed for Canberra, the capital of this country. In the Australian government quarter, the spectacular parliament building will wow you.

arrow down Day 7: Canberra > Sydney

Australia Captain Cook Sydney

While Sydney is mistaken for the capital of Australia all the time, you will finally be heading for this spectacular metropolis with your rental car today.

arrow down Day 8: Sydney

Australia Opera House Sydney

Spend a full day in beautiful Sydney and go on an impressive tour of the Royal Opera House, which dominates the skyline of Sydney.

arrow down Day 9: Sydney > Bateman's Bay

Australia Bewong Road House

On many twisty coastal roads, you can put your driving skills to the test. Drop in at Bewong Roadhouse. It is a typical Australian truck stop, where you can buy a refreshment or snack.

arrow down Day 10: Bateman's Bay > Lakes Entrance

Australia Tathra Wharf

You will find yourself on Princess Highway 1 once again as you are heading for Tathra, where you can treat yourself to a delicious dinner at the famous waterfront.

arrow down Day 11: Lakes Entrance > Devonport

Tasmania Ferry Spirit of Tasmania

Be sure to stop by in Melbourne. However, the final destination for today is located in Tasmania. Devonport is where you can get to know a different side of Australia.

arrow down Day 12: Devonport > Strahan

Australia Devonport Tasmania

Today, the Tasmanian rainforest will enchant you with its beauty. Take a train through the rainforest or enjoy a river cruise in the Wild Rivers National Park, for example.

arrow down Day 13: Strahan > Hobart

Tasmania Glen Clyde House

The crystal-clear lakes, which you pass via rental car, are eager to be photographed. You will also find yourself in Hobart, the capital of Tasmania that is known for its elaborate crafts and as the second oldest city in Australia.

arrow down Day 14: Hobart

Tasmania Tahune Forest Australia

Check out the beauty of Tasmania from above. The Air Walk provides you with a breathtaking view of the entire natural park.

arrow down Day 15: Hobart > Swansea

Port Arthur Tasmania, Australia

A former prison camp is the highlight of this day. Take part in a detailed guided tour of Port Arthur and let yourself be surprised.

arrow down Day 16: Swansea > Devonport

Australia, Tasmania

Today, you will be driving back to Devonport. Take Bass Strait back to Melbourne, where you will return your rental car tomorrow.

arrow down Day 17: Melbourne

Colonial Tram Car Restaurant, Melbourne, Australia

In Melbourne you drop off your rental car and return home - or, you simply extend your stay in Australia.

Learn more about this Self Drive Rental Car Tour:

arrow down What's included - Pricing

What's included:
* The Original Tour - developed and organised by Reuthers
* Rental Car - compact class - for the Tour including third party and comprehensive insurance
* 14x Accommodation Middleclass Hotels/Motels in shared Double Room
* 2x Accommodation Tasmania Ferry in shared Twin Cabin
* Secured Payment Certificate (Sicherungsschein)
* Reuthers Tour Book with Itineraries and Tips
* Reuthers Travel Lecture (in English)
* Ferry Melbourne > Devonport > Melbourne
* Reuthers Rewards

Dates:
Please feel free to tell us your individual date!

Pricing:
Driver Rental Car = AUD 6195
Passenger Rental Car = AUD 3355
Twin Room extra charge (2 separate beds instead of 1 common bed) = AUD 245
Single Room extra charge (instead of shared Double Room) = AUD 785

Optional Bookings:
Additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = AUD 135
Additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = AUD 145
Additional Accommodation prior tour start in Single Room = AUD 265
Additional Accommodation after the tour in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = AUD 135
Additional Accommodation after the tour in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = AUD 145
Additional Accommodation after the tour in Single Room = AUD 265

All pricing payable in Australia Dollar.
3% Early Bird Discount (booking more than 12 months prior tour start)
2% Golden Ager Discount (age at least 60 years prior tour start)
10% Group Discount (from 8 registrations made within one week, one common Payment of Balance)
Please note: The Total Discount for all applicable Discounts is a maximum of 10%.

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