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Car Rental Newcastle

Just a two hour drive north of Sydney with a hire car, Newcastle is a popular coastal getaway for those who would like to avoid the chaos and stresses of big city life.

Built around a large port used for shipping coal and steel, Newcastle has grown from being a small convict settlement to a vibrant city and has managed to retain its laid back lifestyle and charm.

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Drive a Hire Car in Newcastle

Newcastle is blessed with endless choices of things to see and do in Newcastle, as well as surrounding cities. With stunning beaches lining the east of the city, and the world famous Hunter Valley to the west, a rental car will give you the freedom to see and do the things that interest you, without the hassle of timetables or tour groups. For extra convenice and more choices you can collect your hire car from Newcastle airport or downtown depots located in the city.

One of the main attractions of Newcastle are the countless beaches all within close proximity of the city. There are over 10 beaches to choose from, and several feature bathing pools carved out of the rocks. Drive your hire along the coast car north of Newcastle, and a short distance away you will find Stockton Beach, home to impressive sand dunes which stretch for over 30 km.

Drive your rental car west of Newcastle, and visit the Hunter Valley, home to many world class wineries. With lush green hills and a backdrop of mountains, the area provides the perfect setting for a scenic drive. On the way, be sure to stop at Mount Sugarloaf, an extinct volcano just outside of Newcastle. Drive your hire car along Mt Sugarloaf Rd to the lookout with at the top where you will be rewarded with stunning views. From here you can see the city of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie to the north, and the Hunter Valley to the west, definitely worth checking out if visiting the area.

Rent a Car in Newcastle with DriveAway Holidays

DriveAway Holidays is a Multi Award Winning Car Rental Wholesaler offering great rates on Worldwide Car Hire, Motorhome Rental and more. In conjunction with the largest suppliers in Newcastle, we provide you with convenience and more choice on your holiday. DriveAway Holidays provides 24/7 customer service and a safe, secure and reliable online booking engine. Book your Newcastle Car Hire and Motorhome Rental today with DriveAway Holidays.

DriveAway Holidays can cover you for your insurance needs including personal Travel Insurance. With no Credit Card fees, no Amendment fees and no Cancellation fee policies; DriveAway Holidays is committed to providing you with a professional and friendly service to make your self-drive holiday a memorable experience in Newcastle.

DriveAway Holidays was created in 1988 and is proud to be Australia's leading self drive wholesalers. Our mission is to be the preferred choice for car rental bookings in Australia through our competitive prices, professionalism, leading technology, and most important of all, unbeatable customer service.