NEW SOUTH WALES WITH PREMIER HOLIDAYS
Here ’ s just a few ideas to consider : -
CITY STAYS
It ’ s no surprise that Sydney is a top-spot for any visit Down Under . See page 33 for our Sydney Highlights tour and range of hotels .
BEACHES
If you ’ re ready to dive in , then New South Wales has some of the best beaches in the country , be that the magic of Manly , laid-back Bondi , or other numerous surfing hotspots and scenic bays .
TOURING
To truly experience all New South Wales has to shout about , a tour is highly recommended . Many of our Australian tour itineraries include a few days in Sydney , plus the iconic rail journeys and short tour experiences take in the wineries and stunning mountain scenery . If you prefer to create your own itinerary , we have ample touring hotels throughout New South Wales .
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES
Adding on a day trip here and there can really enhance your holiday . Take a look at pages 31 and 32 for some ideas .
MIX & MATCH
Venture out of NSW and into neighbouring states like Victoria or Queensland . Self-drive road trips , escorted tours as well as flights and train journeys make getting around easy .
CRUISE & STAY
If a cruise is more your scene , then check out our enticing itineraries on pages 14-17 .
HOLIDAY PRICES
All accommodation and tour lead-in prices shown are based on the best value travel dates in low season .
Silverton Broken Hill
Mutawintji NP
Mildura
Sydney Harbour
Mungo NP
VICTORIA
Bourke Coonabarabran
NEW SOUTH WALES
Mount Kaputar
Warrumbungle
Hunter Valley
Blue Mountains
Pokolbin
Oxley Wild Rivers
Sydney
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Macquarie Pass NP
Cathedral Rocks
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Wollongong
Shell Harbour
Kiama
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Canberra |
Jervis Bay |
Cooma Snowy Mountains Jindabyne
Merimbula
Myall Lakes Port Stephens
Newcastle
Byron Bay
Coffs Harbour
Port Macquarie Lord Howe Island
Tasman Sea
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
GETTING THERE Sydney is approximately 21 hours from the UK ( including a stopover ).
FLIGHT UPGRADES Why not travel in style and upgrade to a higher class cabin ( premium economy , business or first ), where you will benefit from greater comfort and space . Please call for the latest prices .
LOCAL TIME GMT + 10 hours .
BEST TIME TO GO The state enjoys warm semi-tropical summers , particularly in the lower central areas . Western mountain areas have a cooler climate , particularly in winter when snow can be expected . Rainfall is heaviest March to June .
UNMISSABLE NEW SOUTH WALES EXPERIENCES
Get more out of your stay . Prices are per person
RENDEZVOUS WITH WILD KANGAROOS from £ 99 ( includes breakfast ) On this 3 hour tour from the Blue Mountains you ’ ll travel by 4WD through hidden valleys to a remote part of the World Heritage area with an ecological guide . Here , you ’ ll enjoy breakfast whilst learning all about the area and its wildlife , including kangaroos , lizards and eagles .
ROCKS TO RAINFOREST 4WD ECO TOUR from £ 122 ( includes picnic lunch ) A 5 hour tour from the Blue Mountains during which you ’ re taken away from typical tourist destinations in a luxury 4WD vehicle . See fantastic panorama escarpments , unique rock formations , deep canyons with ancient rainforest and occasionally , kangaroos in the Megalong Valley . Short walks accentuate your experience .
UNCORK THE HUNTER from £ 122 ( includes gourmet picnic lunch ) This exciting full day tour from the Hunter Valley gives you the chance to participate in multiple wine tastings , a cheese and wine masterclass , a mystery wine experience , chocolate and wine pairings , a super generous lunch , a glass of wine , and a tour of a working brewery to finish the day with a few cold beers in hand .
BALLOON ALOFT from £ 199 ( includes breakfast ) Rise early for this 2½ hour tour from the Hunter Valley . As the sun rises you will ascend into the sky in your colourful balloon which will float gently just above the vineyards . After landing , look forward to a gourmet Champagne breakfast .
ABORIGINAL CULTURE & SANDBIKING QUAD TOUR from £ 84
This 1½ tour from Port Stephens promises adventure as you ride quad bikes over huge sand dunes . Experience the magnificence of the Worimi Sand Dunes on Stockton Beach , riding safely from bush to beach with an expert guide . The tour also includes sand boarding and a visit to Aboriginal Midden sites , bush tucker and fresh water lagoons . Minimum age 16 years .
DOLPHIN KAYAK from £ 59
During this 2½ hour tour from Byron Bay feel the exhilaration as you paddle your kayak with the dolphins , turtles and whales that frequent the waters . Minimum age 5 years .
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