Drive Holidays

If self driving in the region there are a number of drives to take you off the much loved tourist track to areas that are lesser known but just as impressive.  Donwload the map on this page to discover the route of some of these Great Drives.

Glass House Mountains Discovery

Take Steve Irwin Way that links several quaint country towns nestled in the foothills of the Glass House Mountains. There are many places to enjoy walking trails or stop at a roadside stall to sample some local farm fresh produce. Visit the world famous Australia Zoo and get up close to animals from around the globe. Stare in wonder at the majestic Glass House Mountains by driving up to the lookout for the most spectacular view. Visit an old pub in one of the interesting country towns, or picnic in one of the many parks in the area.
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Hinterland Discovery

Travel towards Maleny and take in the magnificent views the Blackall Range has to offer. Delight over a Devonshire tea or lunch at a restaurant or café oozing with atmosphere. There are many local wineries and a cheese factory to enjoy. Explore the art galleries, gift shops and many food outlets. There are several lookouts to stop at but make sure not to miss Gerrard’s Lookout for the best panoramic views of the coast. Baroon Pocket Dam, Montville, Flaxton, Gardeners and Kondalilla Falls and the famous Mapleton Tavern are also in the region, not to mention the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk.
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Scenic Country & Mary Valley Discovery

Take in the views of the Conondale Valley as you travel from Maleny, down the ranges to Kenilworth. Enjoy some hiking, visit a cheese factory and shop at the historic town of Imbil before visiting the Gold Mining and Woodworks Museum in Gympie. For an experience not to be missed, be sure to take a ride on the Valley Rattler steam train. With plenty of places along the picturesque Mary River just perfect for camping, a swim, BBQ or picnic, you can take your time enjoying the countryside.
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Coastal Discovery

Start your drive in Caloundra and visit some of the world’s best beaches including Kings, Moffat, Dicky, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore, Coolum, Sunshine and last but not least Noosa Main Beach. Watch the kite surfers at the entrance to the Pumicestone Passage, stop for a spot of shopping at Sunshine Plaza then head on to explore Noosa National Park, Hastings Street and the beautiful Noosa River.
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Heritage Discovery

From Noosa drive along the Cooroy Noosa Road and visit the Botanic Gardens and amphitheatre located at Lake McDonald. Stop in the town of Pomona and visit the Majestic Theatre (the oldest silent movie
theatre in the world). Enjoy lunch at an old country pub, try your hand at gold fossicking, and immerse yourself in the past at a historical museum before taking the heritage walk in Gympie’s town centre.
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Cooloola Discovery

Experience some unforgettable four wheel driving as you traverse the Great Sandy National Park. Or take the vehicular ferry from Tewantin to Noosa North Shore and cruise up one of the Sunshine Coast’s most secluded stretches of beach. On your way visit the legendary coloured sands, and if that’s not enough, there’s also lush rainforest and wild dolphins to hand feed at Tin Can Bay.
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The Great Sunshine Way is an exciting new touring route located in Southern Queensland, offering the best of all the Australian experiences in typical laid back Aussie style.

The Great Sunshine Way takes you through the four main centres of Southern Queensland - Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast & Fraser Coast, and in addition takes in the magnificent surrounds of Southern Queensland countryside; a fascinating mix of cities, coast and hinterland promising some of Australia’s most diverse and awe-inspiring drive and touring experiences.

Nothing quite compares with the rush of catching your first salty surf wave or the peace you feel sitting in a silent rainforest or gazing at a million stars in a clear country sky.

In fact, some of the earth’s most treasured natural wonders like the Heritage listed Glasshouse Mountains and the famous Noosa National Park are found along the Sunshine Coast section of this sun filled drive.
The Sunshine Coast rivals some of the best touring in the world, so download a map and explore this awe inspiring region.

The Sunshine Coast is a fabulous region to explore and there are a number of car hire companies on the Sunshine Coast that can assist you.  If you have flown in from interstate there are car hire companies located at Sunshine Coast Airport.

	07 5443 5055 www.avis.com
	07 5443 6555 www.budget.com.au
	07 5448 9955 www.deltaeuropcar.com.au
	07 5443 5813 www.hertz.com.au
	07 5443 1733 www.thrifty.com.au