Overview
Blue Mountains: This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts sweeping vistas, towering sandstone ridges, verdant valleys, cascading waterfalls, eucalyptus forests, and ancient Aboriginal rock art.
Hunter Valley: Australia’s oldest wine-growing region is known for its exquisite varieties of semillon and shiraz and is also a major food destination.
Wollongong: Epic surf, breathtaking beaches, shoreline rock pools, and astounding natural beauty comprise Wollongong, and the majestic Illawarra Escarpment provides a scenic backdrop to the city.
Newcastle: This harbor city north of Sydney is known for its plethora of golden-sand beaches, surfing, and ocean baths perfect for taking a dip in tranquility, and is the second-oldest city in Australia.
Byron Bay: This surf mecca is home to Australia’s most easterly point and the historic and iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse.