Maui Motorhome Pacific Coastal Run

Price Includes:

• International economy class flights with Qantas
• 2 Nights 3* accommodation in Sydney
• 9 Days Maui Spirit 2 T/S motorhome
• Unlimited kilometres
• Standard insurance
• Travel Wallet including road maps, driving tips and travel information
• Bedding and Linen
• 24 Hour roadside assistance

Itinerary

The Spirit 2 T/S is a generously sized motorhome for 2 adults. Added features such as a spacious living area, excellent interior height and a huge double bed will make for a comfortable & relaxing motorhome holiday.

Features:
Shower, toilet ,gas cooker, fridge, microwave, air-conditioning/ heating, pressurised hot & cold water, internal access, 1 double bed, radio/CD player, turbo diesel engine with automatic transmission and power-steering.

Day 1: Sydney
On arrival in Sydney you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city centre. Take time to explore Sydney and have your first view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge or rest after your flight.
2 Night Stay: Travelodge Sydney

Day 3: Sydney - Lake Macquarie (130km, approx 2 hours)
This morning pick up your Maui motorhome and head north. The first stop is the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, one of New South Wales’ best National Parks (especially stunning during the wildflower season). A little further north is the coastal town of The Entrance where the pelicans that flock around the town get an official feeding every afternoon. Next is Lake Macquarie, Australia’s largest permanent coastal saltwater lake which measures a whopping four times the size of Sydney Harbour.

Day 4: Lake Macquarie - Nelson Bay (100km, approx 1.5 hours)
Continue your journey to Nelson Bay stop at Newcastle, Australia’s second oldest and sixth largest city. Take a walk around the chic harbour front markets, to the five kilometre Bather’s Way coastal walk where you can see world famous beaches such as Mereweather and Blacksmiths. If it’s water activities you’re after you will love Nelson Bay, where you can fish, scuba dive and explore the untamed natural wilderness and extensive sand dunes of Stockton Beach. Nelson Bay is also home to the Port Stephens fishing fleet and a departure point for dolphin watch cruises.

Day 5: Nelson Bay - Port Macquarie (260km, approx 3.5 hours)
Port Macquarie was established as a penal settlement in 1818. For a taste of convict life visit the Port Macquarie Museum (Clarence Street), built in 1836 using convict bricks and labour. Take a camel ride along the beach near Port Macquarie and experience the magnificent beaches from a very different point of view!

Day 6: Port Macquarie - Coffs Harbour (162km, approx 2.5 hours)
Before heading off, drop into the Koala Hospital in Macquarie Nature Reserve, who rescue over 200 koalas each year. The hospital conducts hand feeding every morning at around 8am. Confirm details at the local information centre. Coffs Harbour is one of the largest regional cities in New South Wales, which also happens to be the biggest producer of bananas and, of course, is home of the Big Banana (free entry)!

Day 7: Coffs Harbour - Evans Head (183km, approx 2.5 hours)
About 20 minutes north of Coffs Harbour is the little coastal town of Woolgoolga, where you can grab a true Aussie hamburger from Woopi Takeaway (own expense). Take your burger up to the headland, pull out a blanket and enjoy the 360 degree views. After a couple of hours drive through the sub-tropical forest you will arrive at the quiet seaside resort of Evans Head, fantastic for surfing, fishing, and most importantly, relaxing on the uncrowded, long sandy beaches. Make sure you head to Razorback Lookout that offers panoramic views of the area. On a clear day look to the north and see if you can spot the Cape Byron Lighthouse!

Day 8: Evans Head - Byron Bay (85km, approx 1.5 hours)
Continuing towards Byron Bay, take a quick break at Lennox Head and  submerge yourself in the waterfall at Kitten Falls, and don’t forget to visit the Macadamia Castle at Knockrow 15 kilometres north of Ballina for all your Macadamia nut needs. Byron Bay needs no introduction – top of the list of things to do is experience sunrise at Cape Byron lighthouse then soak up the vibe at The Buddha Bar & Restaurant, in the famous Old Piggery building.

Days 9 - 10: Byron Bay – Brisbane (165km, approx 2.5 hours)
For some ‘soul food’, take a detour out to Nimbin (approximately 55 kilometres from Byron Bay). In 1973 the town became the focus of national attention with the now famous Aquarius Festival. Out of this a new, alternative community was born. Visitors are treated to a glimpse of the ‘Spirit of Aquarius’ in the main street, with its colourful facade and psychedelic murals. Continue north to the border towns of Tweed/Coolangatta where you can lap up the Gold Coast surf beaches in all their glory and discover the trendy lifestyle in the beach cafés and restaurants. Back onto the highway for the final short trip to Brisbane.

Day 11: Depart Brisbane
Drop off your motorhome before your departure flight home.

NOTE: Itinerary activities are suggestions only and are at your own expense. All prices are ‘from’ prices, based on two adults and twin share