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Brisbane - the bustling capital
of Queensland with a great river, great nightlife and beautiful
botanical gardens. It's an ideal place to toast the start of the
trip with a bottle of something nice overlooking the river!
Gold Coast - Australia's
most visited holiday destination. Great beaches, all the top theme
parks, busy nightlife and a surprisingly beautiful hinterland.
If you want it busy you've got it, if you prefer the views then
you can have them too!
 Byron
Bay - Yet another spectacular back road winds through northern
NSW to Australia's most easterly point at Byron Bay. There are
beautiful beaches, a lively and friendly small town and a lovely
hinterland. Once a centre for 'alternative lifestylers' it has
a unique atmosphere. You can relax on the beach, visit the famous
lighthouse and enjoy the atmosphere in town at one of the many
good restaurants.
Waterfall Way - The Waterfall
Way is simply breathtaking with dense rainforest, countless waterfalls,
huge views over New England National Park and one of the best
biking roads in the country down to a lovely country town at the
base of the Great Dividing Range . It's not a long day on the
bike but there's so much to see on the way it takes all day. If
you arrive earlier than expected there's the 'Promised Land' circuit
to ride which takes you through a beautiful single track country
lane past crystal clear streams where you can stop for a refreshing
swim on a hot afternoon!
 New
England - Another incredibly scenic and winding back road
takes you through New England to Armidale. Famous for its decidous
trees in Autumn and unusually seasonal due to its height it has
some of the most scenic roads in Australia nearby. A good choice
of restaurants and country town feel mean it's a nice town in
which to spend the evening before riding to the Hunter Valley
the following day.
Hunter Valley - The heart
of Australia's wine production. Ride along a stunning, winding
back road past the views and gorges of the Wollemi National Park
to the vineyards, restaurants and wineries of the Hunter Valley.
The overnight stay is a short taxi ride from the most famous restaurants
and wineries of the region. Arrive early and go on a wine tasting
tour or save it for a relaxed evening out amongst the vines!
Blue Mountains - incredible
scenery with huge waterfalls, the second largest canyon on earth,
cable car rides and lovely walks. See the Three Sisters, Wentworth
Falls and a host of other scenic lokouts before riding a circular
route back around the mountains. Stay at a lovely B&B with
friendly hosts and incredible views over the Hawkesbury River.
 Sydney
- there's so much to see and do in this fantastic city!
The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Manly, Circular
Quay - and that just touches the surface. You could spend a couple
of days or a week depending on your timescales.
Snowy Mountains - Superb
alpine scenery in Australia? Most people don't realise that Australia
has more ski runs than Switzerland! The Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric
Scheme is an amazing feat of engineering and so take some time
to check out the visitor's centres too.
Victoria Highlands - The Great Alpine Road is almost spectacular
as its coastal cousin. Twisting tarmac and huge views as you ride
through Victoria's beautiful scenery.
Melbourne – with over
3.5 million people it is Australia's second largest city attractively
located on the banks of the Yarra River and the shores of Port
Phillip Bay. It’s a cosmopolitan city with a great quality
of life. Explore on the trams, eat at the riverside restaurants
and people watch at the cafes! Compare the cuisine with Sydney
and decide for yourself which is Australia's food capital.
The Great Ocean Road - One
of the most scenic coastal drives in the world, words can't describe
the spectacular scenery on this 280km section of road. Every motorcyclist
should ride this road at least once in their life! You have the
amazing coastal scenery (including the world famous 12 Apostles)
on one side with the temperate rainforest of the Otway Ranges
on the other. Dotted along the way are friendly small towns with
great cafes and restaurants that are perfect for a coffee break
and to take in the atmosphere.
Grampians National Park –
this area has steep granite highlands jam packed with wildlife,
superb lookouts and waterfalls. The biking roads are great and
on a clear day you can see 150 kms to the coast and the Great
Ocean Road. You have a day here to rest and explore this beautiful
area.
 Adelaide
- the 'City of Churches' has one of the best botanical gardens
in the world and don't forget to try a pea floater (an Aussie
meat pie ‘floating’ in pea soup)! Adelaide has a small
town feel with lovely colonial architecture and all the conveniences
of a modern city.
Clare Valley - one of Australia's
premier wine growing regions, the carefully tended gardens, roses
and vineyards make this a much nicer route from Adelaide than
the main road. Try one of the famous Clare Valley Rieslings with
a meal prepared at one of the many local restaurants and wineries.
Flinders Ranges – this
is an incredible outback region full of wildlife and aboriginal
culture. Huge red gorges contrast with beautiful white gum trees
and the peace and solitude make you feel as if you’re on
a different planet. This is how many imagine the outback to be
and all this  can
be had within a relatively short distance of the Wilpena Pound
Resort with all the modern facilities. The 4WD tours are superb
if you'd prefer not to use the bike and help to bring the place
alive. You have day here to explore and immerse yourself in this
ancient land.
Eyre Peninsula – it’s
quicker to go directly to Port Augusta but the lovely beaches,
sea lions, tuna fishing and cliff top lookouts along the Peninsula
make it worth the extra 400km or so.
 Nullarbor
Plain – this endless plain ('nullis arbor' is a rough
Latin translation for ‘without trees’) is amazing
for the distances, the friendly characters you meet on the way,
typical Aussie roadhouse pubs and the most awe inspiring cliff
top lookouts in Australia. There's even whale watching at Head
of Bight from June to October.
It’s as much about the people you meet as it is the scenery
and a quick smile and a ‘hi!’ will have you chatting
with people before you know it. Stop by the side of the road to
listen to the silence - it's like nothing you've ever experienced
before.
Esperance – amazingly,
the beaches and coastline gets even better close to Esperance.
Huge granite boulders sat in perfectly white sand alongside the
incredibly blue water make this is a jaw-droppingly beautiful
place. You’ll have a day to look around, take the coastal
drive and relax on the stunning beaches voted the best in Australia.
Chances are you'll be there on your own!
Albany - the first town in
W.A., it has an old world charm that’s surrounded by some
of the most amazing beaches and coastal National Parks in Australia.
You have a day to explore to give you time to visit the Blowholes,
Nature’s Arch and The Gap. The sand is so pure it squeaks
when you walk on it. Add an amazingly turquoise ocean and steep
coastal scenery and it’s a photographer’s paradise.
Margaret River – you
have a full day to explore the surrounding area with its huge
forests, world class vineyards and stunning beaches and coastline.
It’s one of the most scenic but least well known parts of
Australia and an incredibly beautiful, carefully kept Australian
secret.
Perth - Arguably the most
scenic city in Australia. Cruise the Swan River, visit the wineries,
relax on the superb beaches and spoil yourself shopping and dining
in fine restaurants. It’s a great place to end the trip
with a relaxed atmosphere and impressive city skyline.
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 Option
2:
Code:BP30B - Brisbane - Perth:
30 day Self Guided Tour - AU$
5,625
Accommodation option: 29 nights 3½
to 4 star hotel / motel / B&B - AU$
4,612
Accommodation option: 29 nights own room
in backpacker/camp cabins - AU$
3,749
Choice of bikes: BMW R1200GS, Triumph Tiger 1050
 
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Option
3:
Code:BP30C - Brisbane - Perth:
30 day Self Guided Tour - AU$
4,875
Accommodation option: 29 nights 3½
to 4 star hotel / motel / B&B - AU$
4,612
Accommodation option: 29 nights own room
in backpacker/camp cabins - AU$
3,749
Choice of bikes: BMW G650GS, Honda VT750C, Suzuki DL650
V-Strom
  
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There is no difference in costs if you ride alone
or with a pillion.
* Flights are not included
in the price.
N.B. This tour can be adjusted to suit
your timescales and preferences - just
ask!
Pictures are for display purposes only and may
not represent exact bike available.
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