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Discover Victoria through Self-Drive Journeys Accommodation (Room Only) Car Rental & GPS Touring as per itinerary From coastal journeys and outback adventures, an Aussie road trip is one of the best

1 Discover Victoria through Self-Drive Journeys Accommodation (Room Only) Car Rental & GPS Touring as per itinerary From coastal journeys and outback adventures, an Aussie road trip is one of the best ways to explore and experience the diverse beauty and wonders of Down Under. Take a short easy drive, go on an epic self-drive holiday or indulge in a 4WD adventure these itineraries are sure to cover every length and landscape of Australia. So hit the road and discover the wonders of Victoria and its surrounds at your own pace.

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS GREAT OCEAN ROAD EXPRESS Melbourne to Adelaide BAROSSA ADELAIDE MURRAY BRIDGE Limestone Coast ROBE SOUTH A U S T R A L I A Grampians National Park Alternate Route HALLS GAP

2 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS GREAT OCEAN ROAD EXPRESS Melbourne to Adelaide BAROSSA ADELAIDE MURRAY BRIDGE Limestone Coast ROBE SOUTH A U S T R A L I A Grampians National Park Alternate Route HALLS GAP MELBOURNE MT GAMBIER PORT GEELONG PORTLAND FAIRY TORQUAY GREAT OCEAN ROAD WARRNAMBOOL PORT CAMPBELL LORNE The Twelve Apostles APOLLO BAY Otway National Park Experience one of the world s great coastal drives along the Great Ocean Road and discover South Australia s best known wine growing regions. Travelling on past Port Campbell you will see London Bridge - the broken arch. Continuing the Shipwreck Coast begins, from Port Campbell and Warrnambool and on to Port Fairy. Travel along the coast from Port Fairy and pass Day 1: Melbourne to Apollo Bay (187km) On leaving Melbourne, cross the West Gate Bridge and take the Princes Highway to Geelong, the largest through Portland and Nelson before arriving at Mount Gambier. Or continue north from Mount Gambier to Penola. provincial city in Victoria. From Geelong travel to Torquay, the start of the Great Ocean Roa, and recognised as the surfing capital of Australia. Stop at the nearby famous Bells Beach. After Torquay follow the coast road through Anglesea to the picturesque town of Lorne. This afternoon make sure you head out of Lorne to the beautiful Erskine Falls. Continue along the coast until you reach Apollo Bay. This stretch of road has been described as one of the most beautiful and breathtaking drives in the world. Day 3: Mount Gambier to Adelaide (435 km); Penola (382km) A choice of routes are available today. The shorter route travels via Portland, Cape Nelson, Mount Gambier and then on to Robe. The longer route travels via Penhurst to Dunkeld and then through the Grampians National Park to Halls Gap. Depart the Grampians and travel via Mt Gambier before arriving at Robe. Day 2: Apollo Bay to Mount Gambier (342 km); Penola (366km) Travel along the fabulous Great Ocean Road to Port Campbell. See the amazing rock formations of the Twelve Apostles, which are huge stone pillars sticking out of the surf, carved over time by the crashing Southern Ocean waves. PACKAGE INCLUSIONS 2 nights accommodation (Room Only) 3 days Avis car rental with GPS Co-pilot self-drive kit Touring as per itinerary from AUD 397per person *price above quoted based on twin sharing

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS DISCOVER Melbourne to Melbourne MELBOURNE YARRA VALLEY Healesville Sanctuary MORNINGTON SORRENTO FLINDERS CAPE SCHANCK PHILLIP ISLAND SAN REMO From vineyards to wildlife to beaches

3 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS DISCOVER Melbourne to Melbourne MELBOURNE YARRA VALLEY Healesville Sanctuary MORNINGTON SORRENTO FLINDERS CAPE SCHANCK PHILLIP ISLAND SAN REMO From vineyards to wildlife to beaches and everything in between, this diverse itinerary covers some of Victoria s Stylish Sorrento and Portsea are filled with antique shops, galleries, cafes and numerous walking trails along the best. ocean-facing coastline. Heading inland, you ll find a number of boutique wineries, where many vineyard Day 1: Melbourne to Yarra Valley (62km) Leaving Melbourne, the best route to the Yarra Valley is via the Eastern Freeway through Melbourne s eastern suburbs. The Yarra Valley is home to Victoria s earliest vineyards and is recognised as one of the world s great wine growing regions. Numerous wineries offer cellar door tastings and sales, and have restaurants serving gourmet food and fine local produce accompanied by their wine. restaurants create gourmet dishes to match their individual wines. The afternoon is yours to explore all that the Mornington Peninsula has to offer. Maybe grab an attraction pass which includes entry to the Lavender Farm, Moonlit Sanctuary and Cape Schanck Lighthouse to name a few. Visit Flinders on the eastern side of the Peninsula and Cape Schanck, the southern most point of the Peninsula. Perhaps also get close to Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, home to dingos, kangaroos, wombats and the elusive platypus. Day 4: Mornington Peninsula to Melbourne (75km) Today depart the Mornington Peninsula and then make the return journey north to Melbourne along the Nepean Day 2: Yarra Valley to Phillip Island (148km) This morning travel south east to San Remo in time for the free daily feeding of the Pelicans at noon, before heading over the bridge to Phillip Island. Phillip Island is Highway and Melbourne s beachside suburbs. Your vehicle is booked until tomorrow and should be returned by the same time it was collected on Day 1 to avoid additional charges. home to Australia's famous Little Penguins. The famous `Penguin Parade' occurs each evening at sunset and should not be missed. Day 3: Phillip Island to Mornington Peninsula (107km) Depart Phillip Island heading west around the bay along the Bass Highway and South Gippsland Highway to the heart of the Mornington Peninsula. PACKAGE INCLUSIONS 3 nights accommodation (Room Only) 4 days Avis car rental with GPS Co-pilot self-drive kit Touring as per itinerary from AUD 539per person *price above quoted based on twin sharing

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS GREAT SOUTHERN TOURING ROUTE Melbourne to Melbourne HALLS GAP Grampians National Park STAWELL BALLARAT MELBOURNE GEELONG PORT FAIRY TORQUAY PORT CAMPBELL LORNE APOLLO BAY Combine

4 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS GREAT SOUTHERN TOURING ROUTE Melbourne to Melbourne HALLS GAP Grampians National Park STAWELL BALLARAT MELBOURNE GEELONG PORT FAIRY TORQUAY PORT CAMPBELL LORNE APOLLO BAY Combine the scenic Grampians and historic Ballarat with the Great Ocean Road one of the most beautiful and breathtaking drives in the world. Day 1: Melbourne to Apollo Bay (187km) Collect your car this morning and travel south west from Melbourne on theprinces Highway to Geelong, the largest provincial city in Victoria. Depart Geelong and travel onto Torquay, the surfing capital of Australia. Follow the coast road through Anglesea to Lorne and visit the nearby Erskine Falls. The coastline from Lorne to Apollo Bay has been described as one of the most beautiful and breathtaking drives in the world. Day 2: Apollo Bay to Port Fairy (188km) Depart Apollo Bay this morning and travel along the fabulous Great Ocean Road to Port Campbell. The road does leave the coast and wind through the ferny slopes of Cape Otway, this rainforest country is silent and untouched. When the road meets the coast again you will see some amazing rock formations including the Twelve Apostles, which are huge stone pillars in the surf, carved over time by the crashing Southern Ocean waves. Continue on to Port Campbell where you will see London Bridge the broken arch and then through to Warrnambool. You may also like to drive to Tower Hill Nature Reserve where koalas, emus and kangaroos can often be seen. Port Fairy a quaint fishing village is where you will spend the night. Day 3: Port Fairy to Halls Gap (157 km) Drive north today to the amazing Grampians National Park with its woodland walks, waterfalls and rock formations. Your journey will take you via Penhurst to Dunkeld, just south of the Grampians. From here a scenic drive will take you through the Grampians National Park to Halls Gap. Highlights include McKenzie Falls, Reids Lookout and the Balconies. The Grampians offer some of the best bush walking, mountain biking, rock climbing and abseiling in Australia. Day 4: Halls Gap to Ballarat (146 km) Just out of Halls Gap is Stawell, home of the Stawell Gift, the richest footrace in the world. In the surrounding areas are some fabulous wineries, such as Montara Estate. Other towns on the way include Ararat and Beaufort. Ballarat is Victoria s largest inland city. It is famous for being the site of the world s largest deposit of alluvial gold, and almost a third of all gold found in the colony was taken from its rich quartz reefs. Sovereign Hill, an exact re-creation of what life was like in the town during the gold rush and their nightly show, Blood on the Southern Cross is a must see and entrance to the show is included. Day 5: Ballarat to Melbourne (114 km) Before leaving Ballarat, a visit to The Ballarat Wildlife Park will bring you back into the present with a close encounter with native fauna. From Ballarat travel via Bacchus Marsh on the return journey into Melbourne. Your hire car has been booked until tomorrow and should be dropped off at the depot prior to the time it was picked up on Day 1 to avoid additional charges. PACKAGE INCLUSIONS 4 nights accommodation (Room Only) 5 days Avis car rental with GPS Co-pilot self-drive kit Touring as per itinerary from AUD 671per person *price above quoted based on twin sharing

CAR RENTAL Car rental rate includes airport / city depot pick-up and drop-off, Unlimited kms, VRF (Vehicle Registration fee), CRF (Concession Recovery Fee), PLS (Premium Location Surcharge), LDW

5 CAR RENTAL Car rental rate includes airport / city depot pick-up and drop-off, Unlimited kms, VRF (Vehicle Registration fee), CRF (Concession Recovery Fee), PLS (Premium Location Surcharge), LDW (Loss Damage Waiver), Super Excess Reduction (NIL Excess), 24 Hour Emergency Roadside Service002C, one way fee (if applicable), admin fees and Excludes fuel and optional extras TERMS & CONDITIONS Subject to availability All prices quoted are per person, in Australian Dollars (AUD) based on twin sharing, ground content only and subject to change without prior notice. Breakfast is not included, hotel seasonal surcharges; blackout dates; supplements and minimum night stay apply Sales Period: up to 29 Dec 2017 Travel Period: up to 31 Mar 2018 Other terms & conditions apply

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through Self-Drive Journeys

Discover Victoria through Self-Drive Journeys Accommodation (Room Only) Car Rental & GPS Touring as per itinerary From coastal journeys and outback adventures, an Aussie road trip is one of the best ways