SEE THE BEST OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA WHEN YOU EMBARK ON ONE OF OUR 6 HERO ROAD TRIPS
With roads weaving a line through scenery fit for a postcard, to feeling as though you are driving through the sunset as it melts into the ocean, South Australia is the place to take that quintessential road trip. Some of the best views in South Australia can only be seen from the driver's seat. Convinced? Cue our ultimate road trip playlist and start researching the road less travelled. You can curate your own custom itinerary with our Trip Planner tool, or use our guides below to ensure you park up at the best spots!
South Australia's road trips
Road trip to South Australia and explore our great state with one of our six iconic routes - or mix and match our curated guides to build your own journey. Start your Adelaide to Darwin road trip via the Explorers Way, drive from Perth to Adelaide along the Seafood Frontier, or road trip from Adelaide through South Australia's famed wine regions. There's a path for everyone.
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Highlights: Sinkholes, white sandy beaches, Kangaroo Island and wine regions
5 to 9 days | 18 attractions | 940 kilometres
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Highlights: Rugged coastline, whale watching, oysters and pristine beach sanctuary
8 to 10 days | 15 attractions | 955 kilometres
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Highlights: World-famous wine regions, off-grid stays and award-winning produce
4 to 5 days | 21 attractions | 233 kilometres
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Highlights: White sandy beaches, world-famous surf breaks, shipwrecks and native wildlife
5 to 6 days | 17 attractions | 460 kilometres
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Highlights: Exploring the winding river, water sports for days, fresh fruit stalls and wine
5 to 7 days | 22 attractions | 382 kilometres
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Highlights: Outback mountain ranges, aboriginal landmarks and unrivalled golden hours
8 to 10 days | 20 attractions | 1,142 kilometres
Southern Ocean Drive
Coastal Way
Seafood Frontier
Explorers Way
Epicurean Way
Mighty Murray Way
Other scenic routes and itineraries
Got a specific destination or route in mind? Perhaps you are looking to spend more time savouring just one region in South Australia, you crossing the border by car, or maybe you are looking for itineraries to inspire your own bespoke road trip journey. No matter how you like to travel, there's a scenic route to take. Check out our guides to some of the other common road trip routes in South Australia as well as our in-depth, local itineraries to help you linger longer in some of our regions.
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Limestone Coast itinerary
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Yorke Peninsula itinerary
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Riverland itinerary
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The ultimate Clare Valley itinerary
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Barossa itinerary
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Fleurieu Peninsula itinerary
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CAR, MOTORHOME AND CAMPER HIRE
We have done the leg work for you and curated a list of places you can hire a car, campervan or motorhome from for your road trip.
Road Trips - Holiday Deals
Ready to hit the road? Start planning your road trip with these deals on car hire, accommodation and holiday packages.
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Black Friday Sale 30% off holidays^
On sale until 3 Dec 2024
^Stay 2 or more nights midweek (Sun-Thurs) and save 30% at selected Discovery Parks. On sale until midnight 3 Dec 2024. Valid for travel until 10 Apr 2025. Blackout dates and terms & conditions apply.
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15% off car hire with SIXT for RAA Members^
Valid for RAA members only
^Terms, conditions and booking criteria applies. Valid for RAA members only. 15% discount applies on daily rate at SIXT Australia and New Zealand locations only. See RAA website for full terms.
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3 day Kangaroo Island Glamping from $675pp^
Includes return ferry, 2 nights accommodation & more
Valid for travel until 31 Mar 2025
^Prices are per person, twin share. Prices are subject to availability of all components, surcharges, blackout periods, minimum night stays and seasonal variations. Terms and conditions apply, visit website for details.
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Make your road trip extraordinary.
Looking for all the best things to do in South Australia?
Browse experienceoz.com.au to find some of South Australia's best attractions, activities and tours.
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BIG4 Barossa - 15% off Sites
Valid on stays until 12 December 2024
On sale now until 10 December 2024
Stay between August 15th and December 12th and receive 15% off Powered & Unpowered Sites (including ensuite sites) when purchased on a minimum 3-night stay. Book by 10 Dec 2024.*Terms and conditions apply, view deals on BIG4.com.au for more information.
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Stay your way at a Big4 Park in South Australia
Making road tripping easier with 22 BIG4 Holiday Parks across South Australia.
Stay your way at a BIG4 Park in South Australia. Visit big4.com.au to explore more.
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Save up to 20% off first rental with Europcar^
For new customers who subscribe to Europcar's newsletter
^Terms and conditions apply
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BIG4 Barossa - 15% off Midweek Cabin Stays
Valid on stays until 12 December 2024
Valid on stays until 12 December 2024
Save 15% off your stay when booking three nights or more in a Cabin between Sunday and Thursday. Valid on stays until 12 December 2024. *Terms and conditions apply, view deals on BIG4.com.au for more information.
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6 day Kangaroo Island Self-Drive from $923pp^
Includes return ferry, 5 nights accommodation & more
Valid for travel until 31 Mar 2025
^Prices are per person, twin share. Prices are subject to availability of all components, surcharges, blackout periods, minimum night stays and seasonal variations. Terms and conditions apply, visit website for details.