Day 1
Sydney to Hunter Valley (212km)
Upon arrival in Sydney, you will drive out of the city and travel north over Harbour Bridge, leading onto the Pacific Highway. Your journey will take you through the charming towns of Gosford and Newcastle, before travelling via Maitland and arriving in the Hunter Valley. The rest of your day will be free to explore Hunter Valley’s wineries, sampling some of Australia’s finest wines and tucking into gourmet cuisine.
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Resort Hunter Valley
Day 2
Hunter Valley to Blue Mountains (247km)
Depart the Hunter Valley and drive through Branxton to Singleton, before continuing along Putty Road to reach Kurrajong Heights. You’ll then travel onto Bilpin and arrive in Katoomba, the jaw-dropping Blue Mountains’ main town, to marvel at the sweeping beauty of Jamieson Valley and the Three Sisters from Echo Point. Afterwards you’ll journey to the wonderful Wentworth Falls, before hopping on the Scenic Railway and exploring the pretty town of Leura. In the evening, you’ll have time to wander through the town and dine in one of the fine dining restaurants.
Overnight: Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains
Day 3
Blue Mountains
Today you’ll have the day at leisure to explore the Blue Mountains. The area is full of picturesque lookouts, walking trails and waterfalls, as well as an abundance of cute café’s and delicious restaurants in the small towns of Katoomba, Leura and Blackheath. The Blue Mountains are full of culture too, including the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum, and the Jenolan Caves.
Overnight: Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains
Day 4
Blue Mountains to Sydney (100km)
In the morning you’ll leave the Blue Mountains and travel east towards Sydney on the Western Highway. Along the way you’ll pass through Springwood, Blaxland and Glenbrook, before finding yourself on the Western Motorway to Sydney.
Your car will be booked until the following day, and you will need to drop it off at the city or airport by the same time it was picked up on day 1 to avoid any additional charges.