Gold Coast drives - With GCCC

Gold Coast drives you’ll want to take this weekend

Nothing beats a weekend escape - especially when you live on the Gold Coast. With rolling hinterland hills, oceanfront highways, and country towns just a short drive away, here are 4 epic road trips to enjoy this July (and the perfect car to take you there).

Tallebudgera Valley & Currumbin Rock Pools

Take the scenic route through rainforest, past hidden swimming holes, and peaceful creeks. This is your go-slow, breathe-deep kind of day.

Perfect match: Smooth, quiet, and ready for adventure, the BYD SEALION 6 combines electric flexibility and petrol power, with heaps of space and luxury comfort makes it the ideal companion for a relaxed valley escape.

Mount Tamborine Hinterland Loop

Wind up into the clouds and enjoy a day of vineyards, cheese shops, and panoramic views from Gallery Walk.

Perfect match: Discovery Sport R-Dynamic SE This luxury SUV handles winding mountain roads with ease and gives you that elevated driving experience, inside and out. Space, power, and elegance.

Byron Bay via Pacific Motorway

From Burleigh to Byron, this iconic stretch of road delivers beach views, roadside eats, and relaxed vibes all the way.

Perfect match: Mercedes-Benz GLE63 Why not travel in first class? The GLE offers premium comfort, next-level tech, and smooth performance that makes every kilometre feel like a breeze.

Springbrook National Park 

Ready for a change of pace? Springbrook’s rugged beauty and misty treks are just an hour away and are absolutely worth the drive.

Perfect match: Ford Ranger Sport Tough, capable, and ready for anything, the Ford Ranger Sport is built to handle winding roads and gravel tracks with ease. The perfect companion for your next hinterland adventure.