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South Australian road trips, scenic drives and itineraries
South Australian Road Trip Highlights
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 drivers seat. Convinced? Cue our ultimate road trip playlist and start researching the road less travelled. You can curate your own custom tinerary with our Trip Planner tool, or use our guides below to ensure you park up at the best spots!
Flinders Ranges and Outback
Imagine weaving your way through a postcard-worthy scene like this
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, pristine beach sanctuary
8 to 10 days | 15 attractions | 955 kilometres
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Highlights: world-famous wine regions, lush green vines, 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: winding river and creeks, watersports, fresh fruit stalls and wine
5 to 7 days | 22 attractions | 382 kilometres
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Highlights: outback mountain ranges, Aboriginal landmarks, unrivalled golden hours and postcard worthy roads
8 to 10 days | 20 attractions | 1,142 kilometres
Southern Ocean Drive
Coastal Way
Seafood Frontier
Explorers Way
Epicurean Way
Mighty Murray Way
