Ace Rental Cars Blog

Australia is one of the most road trip-worthy countries on Earth. The land is massive, the landscapes are diverse, and getting from place to place is super-simple and super-affordable with an Ace rental car. Join us as we cruise from country to city, coast to forest, getting the full Australian experience along the way.

The Red Centre Way (Northern Territory)

It doesn’t get more Australian than the Red Centre Way. Here, you’ll drive from the small city of Alice Springs, The Red Centre Way forms a loop linking Alice Springs, past the dramatic King’s Canyon, all the way to Uluru: the 550 million year-old rock that holds great significance to Australia’s indigenous population. Along the way, visit gorges and hidden waterholes, and let the enchanting red dirt work its magic on you. Most of the main route is sealed and fine for a standard rental car, but a few side detours are unsealed and would require a 4WD. With an Ace rental, stick to the main loop for a safe and spectacular drive. It’ll take around 5–7 days, but you’ll wish you were here forever.

The Savannah Way (Queensland to Western Australia)

If you’re looking for a cross-country cruise, go the Savannah Way. This epic journey covers over 3,500 kilometres of tropical savannah, red plains, and remote communities, and will take over 50 hours of driving. Highlights include the emerald waterholes at Lawn Hill Gorge, the sheer cliffs of Katherine Gorge and the Kimberley’s red rock landscapes. Much of the main route is sealed and possible with a standard rental car, but some sections remain unsealed and require a 4WD. With an Ace rental, you’ll need to stick to the sealed stretches, so plan carefully, or focus on one state’s highlights if you want to stay within the rules.

Melbourne, Great Ocean Road and Beyond (Victoria)

For an easygoing road trip that mixes city with coast, start in Melbourne—a city known for its restaurants and creative energy—before heading to the Great Ocean Road. This legendary stretch of highway clings to cliffs above the Southern Ocean, curving past surf beaches, rainforest, and rugged limestone formations like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Smaller towns like Apollo Bay and Lorne are great places to stop, while detours inland take you into the Otways for towering forests and waterfalls. If you’ve got extra time, carry on to the Grampians, where sandstone peaks and bushwalking trails add another layer of adventure.

Sydney to Snowy Mountains (New South Wales)

This road trip begins in Sydney, the harbourside city with incredible beaches and restaurants. From there, head inland towards the Snowy Mountains for a completely different side of New South Wales. Sealed mountain roads wind through Kosciuszko National Park, leading you past lookouts, caves and alpine rivers. In summer, you can hike to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko, Australia’s highest peak, while winter transforms the area into the country’s best-known ski fields. The loop back to Sydney is all sealed and easily managed in your rental car. Just be prepared for some steep climbs and winding roads as you move between the alpine passes.

Tasmania’s East Coast Drive

For an island adventure like no other, head to Tasmania. This cool climate little island separated from the mainland around 12,000 years ago, and has maintained a distinct landscape and wildlife ever since. Here, you won’t find many highways. Instead, a network of smaller roads gently wind throughout, taking you through dense bushland. Begin in Hobart—a small city that punches above its weight in food and culture—then head to Freycinet National Park and the iconic Wineglass Bay, then on to the Bay of Fires with its orange-tinged rocks and empty beaches. It’s an easygoing trip, but definitely not lacking in rugged, untouched beauty.

The Nullarbor Crossing (South Australia to Western Australia)

Last, but not least, the Nullarbor. This wide, treeless plain runs across the country, with the Great Australian Bight’s cliffs dropping into the ocean along the way. It’s remote, straight, and vast, but it also hides surprises: vast underground cave systems, blowholes, and the famous Bunda Cliffs that stretch for hundreds of kilometres. If you’re here between June and October, you can stop at Head of Bight and keep your eyes open for southern right whales nursing their calves just below the cliffs.

Australia, Aced

Australia has adventure in every direction, and knowing which is which will help guide your visit. Whether you prefer an easy drive from the city to the coast, or something more rugged and remote, you really can’t go wrong. And with an Ace rental car, you can take on these routes the fuss-free and affordable way, giving you less excuses to book your flight and hit the road downunder.