7-Day Victoria Road Trip Summer Itinerary

Morning: Start your Victoria road trip with a morning in the capital city. Soak up Melbourne’s famed coffee culture and take a stroll through the laneways of Melbourne, marvelling at the vibrant street art and quirky shops. Don’t forget to visit the iconic Federation Square and Flinders Street Station for some classic photo ops.

Afternoon: Grab your campervan rental from GoCheap and head out to the Royal Botanic Gardens for a walk and a picnic lunch! If art is your thing, swing by the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) before leaving the city with your sights set on Healesville.

Evening: You’ll arrive in Healesville by late afternoon or early evening, with your sights set on your campsite and a tasty homecooked meal prepped from the comfort of your camper.

Where to stay: Big4 Yarra Valley Park Lane, 419 Don Rd, Healesville VIC 3777

Surrounded by bushland and close to Badger Creek, this park offers a down-to-earth camping experience! You’ll find powered sites, a park playground, walking trails, and a swimming pool!

Royal Botanic Gardens, Visit Victoria

Morning: There’s plenty to do in the area, so you’re free to explore! If you want to go big, start the day with a hot air balloon ride and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the vineyards and lush countryside. Alternatively, spend your morning at Healesville Sanctuary to see some of Australia’s iconic wildlife, like koalas, kangaroos, and echidnas.

Afternoon: Spend the rest of your afternoon wine tasting at Yarra Valley’s world-famous wineries. Domaine Chandon is a must for sparkling wine lovers, and Oakridge Wines offers excellent vintages and a delicious lunch menu with sweeping vineyard views.

Evening: Return to your campsite in Healesville – or if you found somewhere stunning on your adventures, you have a campervan, where you stay is your choice! Enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars with a glass of local wine in hand.

Where to stay: Big4 Yarra Valley Park Lane, 419 Don Rd, Healesville VIC 3777

Surrounded by bushland and close to Badger Creek, this park offers a down-to-earth camping experience! You’ll find powered sites, a park playground, walking trails, and a swimming pool!

Healesville Sanctuary, Tourism Australia, Visit Victoria

Morning: Only an hour and a half from Healesville you’ll find Mornington, which is a great base to explore the peninsula and check in to your accommodation! Why not start your day with a road trip down to the Peninsula Hot Springs for some much-needed relaxation? These geothermal pools are surrounded by nature, making them a tranquil retreat.

Afternoon: Since you’re in the area, we absolutely recommend grabbing your lunch in Sorrento, which is a charming seaside town and your launching point for Point Nepean National Park. Get ready to wake up your body with a hike through coastal trails and admire panoramic views of the Bass Strait!

Evening: Spend your evening at a local winery or brewery, like Montalto for wine and wood-fired pizza, or St. Andrews Beach Brewery for craft beers. If you’re up for it, catch the sunset at Cape Schanck Lighthouse.

Where to stay: Big4 Mornington Peninsula Holiday Park, 2 Robinsons Road Frankston South 3199

Close to all the peninsula’s best spots, the Mornington Peninsula Holiday Park offers powered sites, a playground, onsite laundry, swimming pool, free WiFi, and a convenience store.

Peninsula Hot Springs, Visit Victoria

Morning: For the next phase of your Victoria road trip, take the short hour-and-a-half drive from the Peninsula to Phillip Island! Kick off the day with a walk along the Nobbies Boardwalk, where you can see some great coastal views – there’s even a chance to spot seals sunbathing on the rocks below.

Afternoon: Spend your afternoon at the Phillip Island Wildlife Park or Churchill Island Heritage Farm for a family-friendly adventure. Then, head to the coastal town of Cowes for a relaxed lunch by the beach.

Evening: The unmissable highlight of the day is the Penguin Parade at sunset, where hundreds of adorable little penguins make their way from the ocean to their burrows. It’s a magical experience that’s sure to be a trip highlight. Stay overnight on the island and enjoy a meal from your camper.

Where to stay: Big4 Mornington Peninsula Holiday Park, 2 Robinsons Road Frankston South 3199

Close to all the peninsula’s best spots, the Mornington Peninsula Holiday Park offers powered sites, a playground, onsite laundry, swimming pool, free WiFi, and a convenience store.

Penguin Parade at Phillip Island, Visit Victoria

Morning: Drive east to the Gippsland region, only another hour and a half away, where you’ll find some of Victoria’s best nature destinations! Check into your accommodation in Yanakie on the way past then start your day at Wilsons Promontory National Park (affectionately known as “The Prom”), where you can hike to Squeaky Beach or Mt. Oberon Summit for jaw-dropping views.

Afternoon: Stop by the charming town of Metung for an easy lunch or stock your fridge because your next destination are the Gippsland Lakes. This network of inland waterways is best enjoyed in a kayak! Alternatively, you’re free to relax by the shore and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Evening: Spend your evening with a homecooked meal and dine alfresco underneath the stars.

Where to stay: Big4 Wilsons Prom Holiday Park, 390 Foley Rd, Yanakie VIC 3960

Your best launching point for the Gippsland, Big4 Wilsons Prom Holiday Park offers basic powered sites and all your standard facilities!

Mt Oberon, Destination Gippsland

Morning: You have the freedom to explore the region as much as you like! If you’re keen for a road trip in Victoria, our top pick would have to be Ninety Mile Beach, one of the world’s longest uninterrupted beaches. You can go for a swim, or, if you prefer to stay dry, you can keep an eye out for the dolphins that hang around the area.

Afternoon: Ready to make a move? Visit the charming fishing town of Lakes Entrance and meet the pelican locals! Treat yourself to some fresh, locally caught seafood—perhaps a plate of fish and chips while overlooking the water.

Evening: Wrap up your time in Gippsland by returning to your campsite in Yanakie (if you’d like to save some time tomorrow), or stay around the Lakes Entrance area and prepare to wrap up your Victoria road trip itinerary.

Where to stay: Lakes Main Holiday Park, 7 Willis St, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909

Located conveniently at Lakes Entrance, this holiday park is peaceful and offers grass powered sites with all the standard amenities!

Golden Beach, Destination Gippsland

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before starting the drive to Melbourne. Stop by any remaining local attractions or scenic viewpoints on the way, after all there’s no rush as long as you’re back in Melbourne by 3pm.

Afternoon: Finish your road trip by dropping your camper back at our Melbourne branch.