City, Mountains & Beach 5 Day Tour

Sydney → Blue Mountains → Newcastle

Tour Highlights

Sydney Harbour - Blue Mountains - Australian Wildlife - Indigenous Culture

Travel Style

Private driver or Self-drive

Available Accommodation Styles

Motel I Hotel I Luxuary Lodges

Sydney, Mountains & Coast Adventure

Explore the highlights of New South Wales on this 5-day tour. Begin in Sydney with iconic sights, museums, and wildlife experiences, then journey to the Blue Mountains to enjoy stunning walks, waterfalls, and forested vistas. Finish along the Central Coast, relaxing on beautiful beaches, savouring seaside cuisine, and meeting koalas and kangaroos at Oakvale Wildlife Park.

ITINERARY

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  • Sydney

    Sydney is Australia's largest city and the vibrant capital of New South Wales. The city was founded in 1788 with the arrival of the first fleet of convicts and soldiers, although the area has been inhabited by indigenous Australian ancestors who came to Australia between 15,000 and 45,000 years ago. Today, Sydney is a major international capital of culture and business, and also a key tourist destination recognised across the globe. Most famed for the unique Sydney Opera House, the city is also known for its beautiful surrounding beaches and as a gateway to popular sightseeing regions.

    SUGGESTED ACTIVITY - Classic Dinner Cruise on board Sydney Showboat

    Step aboard the iconic Sydney Showboat for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, live entertainment, and spectacular views of Sydney Harbour. As you cruise past the city’s most famous landmarks, including the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, indulge in a gourmet three-course dinner. The evening’s highlight is a captivating cabaret performance, showcasing talented dancers and vibrant costumes in a world-class show. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, the Classic Dinner Cruise offers an elegant and entertaining way to experience the beauty of Sydney from the water.

  • Aussie Backyard Tour at Taronga Zoo

    Explore Australia’s unique wildlife up close with the Aussie Backyard Tour at Taronga Zoo. This small-group experience offers an in-depth look at some of Australia’s most beloved native animals, including kangaroos, koalas, and echidnas. Guided by expert zookeepers, the tour provides fascinating insights into the animals' behaviours, habitats, and the important conservation efforts aimed at protecting them in the wild. This tour offers a more personal and informative experience than a general visit, allowing you to connect with these iconic creatures in a relaxed setting, perfect for photo opportunities. With Sydney Harbour as a stunning backdrop, the Aussie Backyard Tour is an unforgettable way to experience Australia’s wildlife while supporting Taronga Zoo’s ongoing conservation work. This tour includes the Taronga Zoo entry.

    SUGGESTED ACTIVITY - Sydney Opera House Tour

    Step inside one of the world’s most iconic architectural wonders with the Sydney Opera House Tour. Discover the rich history, breathtaking design, and cultural significance of this UNESCO World Heritage site as you explore its striking interiors. Led by an expert guide, the tour takes you through the Opera House's stunning performance spaces, including the famous Concert Hall and Drama Theatre, offering a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes. Learn about the creative vision behind its construction, from its innovative design to its engineering challenges, and hear captivating stories of performances that have taken place over the decades. Whether you’re a lover of architecture, history, or the arts, this guided tour offers a unique and insightful experience, giving you a deeper connection to one of Sydney's most celebrated landmarks. The Sydney Opera House Tour is a must-do for anyone visiting Sydney.

  • Blue Mountains

    The World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains is a wilderness area showcasing ancient rock formations, vast canyons and waterfalls plummeting into valleys below. The breathtaking views over the region stretch to the hazy blue horizon, while the historic village towns nestled amongst the rainforest are dotted with tea rooms, cellar doors and breweries hosted by local producers. There is no shortage of adventure in the Blue Mountains with the rugged sandstone escarpments, underground caves and deep canyons providing the perfect playground for rock climbing, abseiling, canyoning and more. Of course, relaxation is also on the cards with a number of resorts, boutique guesthouses and day spas throughout.

    Walking tracks in and around Katoomba in the Blue Mountains

    Three Sisters Walk
    1km. Allow 45 minutes.
    This family-friendly walk treats you to ever-changing views of the grand Three Sisters, rising nearly a kilometre above sea level. Pass through the archway, next to the Echo Point Visitor Centre, and you'll soon be surrounded by soaring eucalypt forest, bird calls and fresh mountain air. Keep an eye out for the superb lyrebird and crimson rosellas as you walk the gently sloping path for 450 metres to Oreades lookout. Marvel at the incredible views of the Three Sisters' weather-eroded sandstone turrets, and the hazy 'blue' Jamison Valley stretching to Mount Solitary. From here, steps lead a further 50 metres to Lady Game lookout, for a closer view of this remarkable rock formation. A short but very steep set of stairs at the top of the Giant Stairway leads to Honeymoon Bridge, which connects to the first sister.
    On the way back, enjoy the short signposted detour to Spooners lookout. If you’re feeling energetic, there are plenty of longer walks nearby.

  • Katoomba (Blue Mountains) to Newcastle

    From the mountains to the sea, today's journey is from Katoomba in the Blue Mountains to Newcastle on the Central Coast. This journey takes you back to Sydney's western suburbs before diverting north on the Pacific Motorway towards the Central Coast. You will be passing the Entrance, which is aptly named as it sits at the entrance to Tuggerah Lake from the Pacific Ocean and is a popular destination for swimming, fishing, and boating. Continue driving via the Central Coast Highway to soak up the wonderful views of lakes on one side and the South Pacific Ocean on the other side until you arrive at your destination, the coastal town of Newcastle.

    Newcastle

    Newcastle is a vibrant coastal city that blends laid-back beach culture with rich heritage and a thriving arts scene. Just two hours north of Sydney, it offers stunning surf beaches, scenic coastal walks, and a lively dining and bar scene. Explore the historic Bogey Hole, stroll along the Bathers Way, or take in panoramic views from the ANZAC Memorial Walk. Discover local art at the Newcastle Art Gallery or enjoy boutique shopping in Darby Street. With nearby vineyards in the Hunter Valley and dolphin cruises in Port Stephens, Newcastle is the perfect base for both relaxation and adventure on the NSW coast.

  • General Entry Ticket to Oakvale Wildlife Park

    This 100% family-owned and operated park is set on 25 acres of open space. At the park, you will find an endless menagerie of Australian native and domestic farm animals such as ducklings, rabbits, goats, sheep, cattle and horses, koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingos, alligators, and a myriad of birds as small as a quarrion and as large as an ostrich. Plus, many, many more. While you are there, watch shows, take tractor-trailer rides, talk with the park keepers, and interact with the free-roaming animals at your feet as you walk around the park. There is also playground equipment and a splash bay water park to keep the younger audience entertained.

    Airport Transfer

    Its time to move on to your next destination.