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Explore Destinations Across Australia

Explore Australia on the map, then use the quick links to jump to regional micro-trip ideas. Below are highlight cards and curated routes you can open in the catalogue.

Australia on the map

Use the map for context, then choose a region to scroll straight to weekend ideas and micro-trip picks further down this page.

Pick a state or territory — the full name tells you where you are going; the line underneath hints at the kinds of trips listed below.

Map imagery © Google. Trip lists on this page are curated by Short Waypoint.

New South Wales — micro-trips

Sydney, Blue Mountains, Byron Bay and Hunter wine country — curated routes from our catalogue.

Victoria — micro-trips

Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Daylesford and the Yarra — short breaks with clear driving notes.

Queensland — micro-trips

Gold Coast, Cairns, Whitsundays and Sunshine Coast favourites — filter the catalogue by beach or reef.

Western Australia — micro-trips

Margaret River wine and coast, plus Perth and Rottnest weekend add-ons.

South Australia — micro-trips

Adelaide gateway and Barossa long lunches — easy pacing for two-day escapes.

Tasmania — micro-trips

Hobart culture, alpine circuits and east-coast beaches — pack layers year-round.

Northern Territory — micro-trips

Uluru, Kakadu and Darwin — longer drives; we flag heat, water and permit notes in the catalogue.

Australian Capital Territory — micro-trips

Canberra museums, Lake Burley Griffin loops and cool-climate wine nearby.