Day 1
SYDNEY
Experience the magic of vibrant Sydney. Take a cruise past the magnificent Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Visit Manly and Bondi Beach and dive headfirst into popular surf culture. Dine at The Rocks at one of the many up-market restaurants or take a whale cruise from the harbour and get up close and personal with giants of the sea.
Day 2
SYDNEY TO MUDGEE
Distance : 280km
Time : 3 Hours 45 Minutes
Absorb the natural beauty of Mudgee. Walk or cycle around the tranquil countryside and visit one of the many top notch vineyards in the area and sample unique wines of the region. Experience a range of bushwalking tracks through one of the many national parks or hot air balloon and enjoy spectacular bird’s eye views.
Day 3
MUDGEE TO DUBBO
Distance : 120km
Time : 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Experience the Dubbo City Heritage walk and learn about the city’s intriguing past, start at the Information Centre. Take a Trike Adventure and ride around the city past the river and through the historic streetscapes. Stop by Dundullimal Homestead, Australia’s oldest Timberslab homestead and admire its grandeur.
Day 4
DUBBO
Visit the animals at the Taronga Western Plains Zoo or take a walk through the fully restored Old Dubbo Gaol. Star gaze at the Dubbo Observatory or enjoy a peaceful picnic at Shoyoen Sister City Garden.
Day 5
DUBBO TO COBAR
Distance : 300km
Time : 3 Hours
Make your way to historic Cobar and soak up its rich mining heritage. Visit Cobar Miner’s Heritage Park or witness the impressive Peak Gold Mine from a viewing platform. Take a short trip to Mt Drysdale and walk around the old mine shafts and absorb the remains of a fascinating bygone community.
Day 6
COBAR TO BROKEN HILL
Distance : 460km
Time : 4 Hours 47 Minutes
Stop by picturesque Broken Hill and drink in the beauty of this cultural town. Take a walk around the town centre and enjoy the laidback atmosphere. Visit the spectacular Sculpture Symposium and make a daytrip to nearby Silverton, a popular filming location for movies and television shows.
Day 7
BROKEN HILL
Wander through the many art galleries and museums and pop by Bells Milk Bar for spectacular malted milks and soda spiders. Stop by The Silver City Mint and Art Centre and view spectacular minerals on display and for sale.
Day 8
BROKEN HILL TO MILDURA
Distance : 290km
Time : 3 Hours
Absorb all that beautiful Mildura has to offer. Uncover the history of the city at one of the many museums or take a self-guided walking tour that showcases the town’s best attractions. Take a trip to the unique Murray region with its unique desert, river and wetland landscapes. Experience one of the galleries or events of this bustling art hub.
Day 9
MILDURA
Take a day trip to The Perry Sandhills and experience 10 hectares of striking red sandhills that were once part of the huge Willandra Lakes System and date back to an ice age of 40,000 years ago. Experience one of the many Murray River water-based activities including kayaking and canoeing.
Day 10
MILDURA TO HAY
Distance : 300km
Time : 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Marvel at the flattest country on earth in the rural town of Hay. Watch the sun set over the magnificent plains and drink in the brilliant colours. Take the Heritage Walk and learn the history of the town or relax on the riverbanks of the Murrumbidgee River, perfect for fishing and late afternoon picnics.
Day 11
HAY TO WAGGA WAGGA
Distance : 270km
Time : 2 Hours 50 Minutes
Take a laidback stroll through one of the picturesque parks and gardens that the town has to offer and be sure to take a picnic with you. Experience a nature walk along the banks of the Murrumbidgee. Peruse the many art galleries and theatres of the area and buy locally made crafts or sample local produce at one of the many specialty markets.
Day 12
WAGGA WAGGA TO YASS
Distance : 190km
Time : 2 Hours
Sit back and relax in laidback Yass and enjoy the historic country town and the home of explorer Hamilton Hume. Experience the many boutique galleries and wineries of the area and absorb the restored heritage buildings. Visit the nearby Carey’s Cave and marvel at the folded limestone formations of the Wee Jasper Valley.
Day 13
YASS TO GOULBOURN
Distance : 90km
Time : 1 Hours
Walk around this quaint town and keep your eyes open for the Big Merino celebrating Australia’s fine wool industry. Visit Australia’s oldest brewery and take a tour followed by lunch in the dining area. Enjoy a family picnic in Belmore Park in the centre of the city.
Day 14
GOULBOURN TO SYDNEY
Distance : 200km
Time : 2 Hours
Make your way back to New South Wales bustling capital. Enjoy a laidback afternoon wandering around the harbour. At night see the bridge lit up and dine at one of the city’s many restaurants serving cuisine to suit all tastes and budgets.
