Day 1-3Sydney

Welcome to Sydney

Arrive in Sydney and check into your family-friendly hotel, such as the Novotel Sydney Darling Square or the Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour.

Take a stroll around the iconic Circular Quay and The Rocks area, stopping at the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge for photo opportunities.

Visit the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, where you can see a variety of marine life, including sharks, stingrays, and penguins.

Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at one of Sydney’s top restaurants such as The Grounds of Alexandria or Fratelli Fresh.

Day 4-6Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains

Take a scenic drive to the Blue Mountains.

Visit Scenic World, where you can ride the steepest passenger railway in the world, the Scenic Railway, and enjoy panoramic views of the mountains.

Spend the day exploring the Blue Mountains National Park, hiking or cycling on one of the many family-friendly trails, and enjoying the stunning views of the Jamison Valley and Three Sisters.

Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at one of the region’s top restaurants such as Leura Garage or the Boiler House Restaurant.

Day 7-9Orange

Orange

Continue on to Orange (154km, 2-hours).

Spend the day exploring the local orchards and farms, such as the Orange Mountain Wines and the Borrodell Vineyard.

Visit the Orange Adventure Playground, which offers a range of activities for kids, including a flying fox, climbing wall, and water play area.

Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at one of Orange’s top restaurants such as Sweet Sour Salt or the Charred Kitchen & Bar.

Day 10-12Mudgee

Mudgee

Drive through the scenic countryside and farmlands to arrive in Mudgee (180km, 2-hours).

Spend the day exploring the local farms, such as the Mudgee Honey Haven and the Mudgee Observatory.

Visit the Mudgee Miniature Railway, which offers train rides for kids through the beautiful local countryside.

Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at one of Mudgee’s top restaurants such as The Zin House or the Pipeclay Pumphouse.

Day 13-15Southern Highlands

Southern Highlands

Take a scenic drive to the Southern Highlands and check into your family-friendly accommodation, such as the Peppers Manor House or the Gibraltar Hotel Bowral.

Spend the day exploring the local gardens and parks, such as the Corbett Gardens and the Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame.

Visit the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre, which offers a range of family-friendly walks and hikes.

Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at one of the region’s top restaurants such as The Imperial Hotel Bowral or the Bowral Brasserie.

This itinerary offers a perfect balance of family-friendly activities and stunning natural landscapes, allowing young families to enjoy the beauty of New South Wales together.