Unwind among rolling vineyards, golden-hour sunsets and country lanes on this relaxed 5 day couple's road trip from Sydney to the Hunter Valley. With short driving days, an easy base in wine country and plenty of time to linger over picnics, spa sessions and scenic walks, this itinerary is designed for slow travel in a campervan. Autumn and spring are ideal for this trip, with comfortable temperatures, vines turning bronze in fall and gardens bursting into bloom in spring. Start and finish in Sydney with pick up and drop off at Apollo’s Sydney branch at Bankstown Aerodrome, then cruise north on sealed roads to the Hunter for five days of easy exploring. 

Wine tastings are a highlight here, so plan ahead for safe transport. Never drink and drive. Consider local hop-on hop-off winery buses, cycling between close cellar doors, or booking a taxi or tour. A small number of wineries and farm stays in the region welcome self-contained campervans for overnight stays. Most cellar doors do not permit overnight parking, so always check and book ahead if you want an on-site option. 

Ready for a slower-paced coastal escape that blends wild headlands, golden beaches and rainforest walks with long, lazy lunches and sunset picnics? This five day campervan road trip from Brisbane to Byron Bay is designed for couples who want to unwind and connect with nature, without spending hours behind the wheel. Pick up your Apollo 2WD campervan in Brisbane and cruise south through the Gold Coast to Byron Bay, soaking up scenic lookouts, short hikes, and gentle cycling paths along the way.  

Autumn and spring are ideal, with comfortable days usually in the mid 20s Celsius and fewer crowds. If you are travelling June to October, keep watch for migrating humpbacks from the lighthouse walks and clifftop lookouts. With short drives, a string of beachfront and riverfront stays, and plenty of local markets, eateries and bakeries to sample, this itinerary lets you truly slow down and savour Australia’s subtropical east coast. 

Just over an hour from Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula feels made for a slower kind of escape. One moment you are leaving the city behind, and the next you are winding past bay beaches, rugged ocean cliffs, vineyard-lined hills and charming coastal villages. For travellers exploring by Apollo campervan, this corner of Victoria is ideal for an easy five-day getaway that blends scenic drives with time to properly enjoy each stop. Think sunrise beach walks, lookout views, gentle hikes, bakery stops, local produce, picnic lunches and restorative time in the region’s famous hot springs. 

This five-day itinerary starts and ends in Melbourne and keeps daily driving comfortably low, so there is plenty of space for detours, lazy lunches and unhurried afternoons by the water. Autumn and spring are especially lovely times to visit, with mild temperatures, colourful vineyards, blooming gardens and fewer crowds than peak summer. Even in the cooler months, the Peninsula’s coastal climate stays relatively mild, which means it is a rewarding road trip year-round. 

Set your sights on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast for a five day road trip made for two. This route pairs golden beaches with lush hinterland, laid back coastal towns with rainforest waterfalls, and sunrise headland walks with evening strolls. Keep the driving short and sweet, soak up the scenery at a slower pace, and enjoy camp-friendly overnight stays that put you close to nature. Autumn and spring bring comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds, making them ideal for this coastal escape. If you are also eyeing a future detour south to Byron Bay, the same seasons are wonderfully comfortable there too. Time your travel between June and October for your best chance of humpback whale sightings, with some cruises extending into November on the Sunshine Coast. Pick up your Apollo 2WD camper in Brisbane and settle into a relaxing rhythm of beach walks, hinterland picnics, markets, bakeries, and easy hikes. The route follows sealed roads and avoids beach driving, so it is perfectly suited to a 2WD campervan. 

Rolling ocean, pristine white-sand bays and lush rainforest make the New South Wales South Coast a dreamy escape for two. This five day round trip from the Apollo Sydney branch blends slow coastal drives, easy walks, cycling, picnics, and local bakeries with time to truly unwind. Autumn and spring are ideal, with comfortable temperatures and clear days that suit kayaking, hiking and long beach strolls. Travel in an Apollo 2WD campervan keeps things flexible and relaxed, and with driving limited to around three hours or less per day you will have more time for swims, sunset lookouts and shared plates at seaside eateries. Whale watching is a seasonal highlight from May to November along this coast, and calm mornings in Jervis Bay are perfect for a couples’ paddle. Stick to sealed roads, avoid beach driving, and prebook national park camping where required.