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Experience Type: Self Drive

South-East Splendour Self-Drive

South-East Splendour Self-Drive

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South-East Splendour Self-Drive

5 Days Sydney to Melbourne from £225

Day 1: SydneyCanberra
Leave Sydney and travel south to Australia’s capital city – Canberra. On arrival visit the Parliament Buildings and the National Gallery or take a cruise on Lake Burley Griffin. Alternatively, visit Questacon (the Australian Science and Technology Museum). (290km / 181miles)
Accommodation: Standard: Crowne Plaza Canberra, Superior: Novotel Canberra

Day 2: Canberra – Narooma
Travel south along the scenic coast through Wollongong and Bateman’s Bay, a picturesque coastal village known for its seafood. Nearby, explore Pebbly Beach and try to spot a local kangaroo or visit Surf Beach, home to many dolphins. Continue on to Narooma, situated at the mouth of the Wagonga River, and nearby is Mystery Bay, famous for its coloured sands and strange rock formations. (220km/138miles)
Accommodation: Standard: Comfort Inn Merimbula, Superior: Fairway Motor Inn

Day 3: Narooma - Lakes Entrance
Depart Narooma, en route there is time to explore the Ben Boyd National Park, before continuing to Lakes Entrance. This is a unique area with rivers, lakes and lagoons joining Ninety Mile Beach. Don’t miss a visit to one of the most secluded and untouched beaches in the world. (440km / 275miles)
Accommodation: Standard: Banjo Paterson Motor Inn, Superior: Quality Inn Bellevue

Day 4: Lakes Entrance - Phillip Island
Today, travel to Philip Island, home to Australia’s famous penguins. See the natural wildlife, and at dusk witness the unforgettable Penguin Parade (own expense). Enjoy the evening in one of the superb restaurants that are within a stroll of your hotel. (381km / 238miles)
Accommodation: Standard: The Anchor & Waves (incl. breakfast), Superior: Quest Phillip Island

Day 5: Phillip Island – Melbourne
Travel through the picturesque Dandenong Ranges National Park to the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne. Your car is booked until tomorrow and must be returned to either the airport or city depot by the same time it was picked up on day one to avoid additional charges. (200km / 125miles)

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