• Suggested Time: 3 - 8 Days.
  • The Goldfields

From quirky outback pubs dripping with charisma, to wide open landscapes that’ll steal away your breath, the Golden Quest Discovery Trail shows off some of the best outback landscapes of Australia’s Golden Outback.


This road trip takes you on an adventurous loop from Coolgardie to Laverton and back, past exquisite gold rush era towns and finishing in one of Australia’s greatest outback cities, Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Itinerary can be altered and done in 3, 4 or 5 days to suit your travel style. Scroll down for detailed information on the stops.

Please note: this is our full version of the itinerary. This trail covers both sealed and unsealed roads, so please consider the road conditions and your vehicle before setting off. The trip can be done in 3, 4, or 5 days by altering the route to take out the unsealed roads, certain towns and sites. We do recommend seeing everything there is to see along the Golden Quest Discovery Trail to ensure you get the most out of it and visit all 25 sites along the way. Grab your copy of the Golden Quest Discovery Trail Guide Book for further information and download the free audio book to accompany the drive here.

Events along the way

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