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Explore Queensland

 

Hit the road on an epic Queensland adventure! A road trip is the best way to explore everything Queensland has to offer. With a lot of ground to cover, and many destinations to choose from for your holiday, there’s never been a better time to get out and go in a campervan, 4WD or motorhome.


Why Holiday in Queensland?

You might have experienced a Queensland holiday before, but have you truly explored the vast and varied landscapes of this remarkable state?

Welcome to Queensland, a land of endless possibilities and untamed wonders waiting to be discovered. 

Spanning from its bustling coastal cities to the heart of the Outback, Queensland's diverse regions include major town centres and hidden gems alike, from the sunny Gold Coast and the Great Barrier Reef to the remote beauty of towns like Longreach and Birdsville.

This state beckons you to explore beyond the familiar. Embark on a road trip that takes you from the coastal splendors of the East to the rugged outback in the West. 

Queensland invites you to surrender to the allure of the open road, where adventure awaits at every turn. Let us guide you on a campervan adventure through this captivating region, creating memories that will last a lifetime.


Book your Queensland road trip today.

 

 

 

3 Ways to Enjoy an Apollo Motorhome Holiday in Queensland

 

1. Enjoy a return itinerary with pick up and drop off from either Brisbane or Cairns.

2. Travel one-way between our Brisbane and Cairns branches - here's a sample itinerary!

3. Fly to Brisbane or Cairns and take a one-way rental back to your home state.

P.S. Did you know you can earn Qantas Points on eligible Apollo rentals? Learn more about the Apollo and Qantas partnership.

 

Things to do in QLD

Heather Schiller
/ Categories: AU Blog

Queensland Music Trails

The Ultimate Music Festival Meets The Ultimate Road Trip.

This June and July, get amongst the ultimate road trip experience on ‘The Outback Trail’. It really is the ultimate combo of music festival meets road trip. Not only will you be exploring some of Queensland’s most spectacular places you will also be enjoying and rocking out to some of Australia’s most iconic musicians. With five main music events plus countless attractions along the way, it’s never been a better time to explore outback Queensland!

 

Apollo Motorhome in Outback QLD Image via Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Events

Opera at Jimbour
25 - 27 June

Enjoy a glorious weekend in Jimbour at an intimate opera and chamber music performance on the Western Downs. This year, they will be opening the doors to the famed estate and debuting a new exciting format with Opera Queensland stars and Queensland’s best chamber musicians.

Music for Stargazing
29 - 30 June

Join Kate Miller-Heidke, William Barton, and an all-star lineup in Charleville. Enjoy the music while celebrating the beauty of the open outback sky at the Charleville Cosmos Centre. This event is inspired by the landscape, stargazing, cosmology, and cultural heritage.

Echoes in the Dust
1-2 July

Experience mind-bending musical virtuosity and astonishing visual theatre over two evenings in Quilpie. Watch as two of Queensland’s most inventive contemporary performance companies - Topology and Dead Puppet Society - bring Baldy Top to life through imaginative visual theatre and enthralling soundscapes.

Oasis Afternoons
3-4 July

Kick back and unwind with some of Queensland’s most exciting acts for two afternoons of acoustic goodness in the heart of Channel Country - Windorah. Featuring the genre-defying sounds of Karl S. Williams, Emily Wurramara, and Hussy Hicks, Oasis Afternoons is the perfect place to unwind before your next stop, the Big Red Bash.

Big Red Bash
6-8 July

The world’s most remote music festival is returning in 2021 with arguably its biggest iconic Aussie lineup yet! Aussie icons Paul Kelly, Ian Moss, Shannon Noll, Wendy Mathews, and plenty more will rock the stage. The Big Red Bash is officially sold out, however, there are a bunch of tickets still available through the resale facility. Head there now to book yours!

 

QLD Music Trail Concert Image via Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Click here for a more detailed event program of the 2021 Queensland Music Trails.

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How will you hit the road?

Your vehicle choice will depend on the type of traveller you are. Between motorhomes, campervans and a 4WD camper option, Apollo has the vehicle that will perfectly accommodate your road trip holiday. Curious about the different types you could rent? Check them out below.

Compact & comfy

Zip around Queensland in a campervan for a true van-life experience.

Apollo Campervan

Large & spacious

Pace yourself around Queensland in a comfortable motorhome.

Apollo Motorhome

Go Off-road

Your 4WD camper is kitted out with all you'll need on your Queensland adventure.Apollo 4WD for hire

Our Brisbane Campervan Rental Branch

Brisbane is one of Australia’s most popular cities and the perfect location to begin a campervan holiday. 
 
Choose Apollo campervan hire in Brisbane and start your drive holiday along the east coast of Australia - head north to Cairns, or south to Sydney and Melbourne. 

The Brisbane Apollo branch is conveniently located just 10 minutes drive from the Brisbane Airport. Pick up your camper in Brisbane and explore Queensland and beyond! 

Apollo Euro Tourer - Brisbane

 

 

 

Our Cairns Campervan Rental Branch

If you’re planning a visit to the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, then you’ve no doubt added Cairns to your itinerary.

Known for its laid-back culture, fresh seafood, and rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, Cairns is the tropical gateway to the many adventures of North Queensland.

The Apollo Cairns branch has campers, motorhomes and 4wds for hire just 5 minutes drive from the Airport. For the most convenient motorhomes Cairns has to offer, choose Apollo! Pick up your camper in Cairns and get explore tropical North Queensland. 

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