The Ultimate NSW Road Trip

As a proud part of Sydney’s largest selection of signature private tours, this comprehensive 5-day journey showcases the absolute best of New South Wales and the ACT. Experience the historic heart of Sydney, the dramatic Blue Mountains, Australia’s capital Canberra with its NASA Deep Space Communication Complex, the wild dolphins of Jervis Bay and the whitest sand in the world at Hyams Beach.

Wildlife encounters guaranteed: hand-feeding kangaroos at Featherdale Wildlife Park, wild kangaroo searches in Yarralumla, and a wild dolphin cruise in Jervis Bay — one of the best dolphin spotting destinations in Australia.

Detailed 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Sydney City Highlights & Sydney University

Key Experiences: The Rocks, QVB, St Mary’s Cathedral, Sydney University, Centennial Park, Sydney Fish Market, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Diamond Bay cliffs, Bondi Beach, The Gap, Point Piper, Double Bay

Morning: Explore the historic Rocks district, Sydney Observatory, the QVB and the magnificent St Mary’s Cathedral.
Sydney University Tour: Visit Australia’s oldest university, famous for its neo-Gothic sandstone architecture.
Centennial Park: Stroll through one of the city’s largest parks, where you can see historic Russian cannons dating from 1832.
Lunch: At the brand-new Sydney Fish Market building — the largest fish market in the southern hemisphere — freshest seafood served on the waterfront terrace.
Afternoon: Photo stop at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Drive to Diamond Bay and walk along the boardwalk above sheer 100-metre ocean cliffs.
Evening: Bondi Beach, The Gap clifftop at Watsons Bay, and a drive through the elite suburbs of Point Piper and Double Bay. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 2: The Blue Mountains World Heritage Area

Key Experiences: Featherdale Wildlife Park, Scenic World, Three Sisters, Megalong Valley, Govetts Leap waterfall, Leura village

Morning: Hotel pickup, then a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park (koalas, wombats, hand-feeding kangaroos).
Scenic World: Ride the steepest railway in the world and the cable cars suspended above the rainforest. Stop at a vintage cafe for coffee and dessert.
Lunch: At one of the panoramic Blue Mountains restaurants.
Lookouts: The Three Sisters at Eagle Hawk Lookout, Megalong Valley panorama from Cahill Lookout, and the 400-metre Govetts Leap waterfall. Visit a local opal boutique.
Leura: Drive to the charming village of Leura. Walk the picturesque Elysian/Olympian loop, away from the crowds.
Evening: Return to Sydney and overnight.

Day 3: Sydney to Canberra (Heritage and Nature)

Key Experiences: Big Merino at Goulburn, National Arboretum, Yarralumla wild kangaroos, Royal Australian Mint, Parliament House, Embassy Row, War Memorial, Mount Ainslie sunset

Alternative Route: On the way to Canberra, you can choose to explore the spectacular limestone formations on our Wombeyan Caves & Goulburn route. Note: If you choose this option, Day 4 will be dedicated to Canberra city attractions before heading to the South Coast, and will exclude the NASA Deep Space Communication Complex.
Morning: Drive south with a stop in Goulburn to see the Big Merino monument. Panoramic views from the National Arboretum and a search for wild kangaroos at Yarralumla.
Day: Royal Australian Mint (watch coins being struck) and Parliament House (marble foyer and chambers).
Afternoon: Embassy Row with its remarkable architecture, and a visit to the Australian War Memorial.
Evening: Sunset on top of Mount Ainslie overlooking the city’s grand grid plan. Overnight in Canberra.

Day 4: Space, Canyon and Transfer to Huskisson

Key Experiences: National Museum of Australia, NASA Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex, Bungonia Canyon Lookdown, Huskisson seaside town

Morning: National Museum of Australia on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin.
NASA Deep Space Communication Complex: See the largest deep-space communication antenna in the southern hemisphere — one of only three such NASA stations on Earth.
Day: Lunch and drive towards the coast. Stop at Bungonia Canyon — The Lookdown viewpoint over a 275-metre gorge.
Evening: Arrive in the seaside village of Huskisson on Jervis Bay. Overnight in Huskisson.

Day 5: Dolphins, Beaches and Return to Sydney

Key Experiences: Hyams Beach (whitest sand in the world), Jervis Bay wild dolphin cruise, Minnamurra Rainforest, Kiama Blowhole, Sea Cliff Bridge, Royal National Park

Morning: Walk on Hyams Beach — the whitest sand in the world. Cruise in Jervis Bay to spot wild bottlenose dolphins.
Day: Minnamurra Rainforest — walk among ancient ferns and waterfalls. Lunch in the seaside town of Kiama.
Afternoon: Visit the famous Kiama Blowhole sea geyser.
Evening: Return to Sydney via the spectacular Sea Cliff Bridge and the Royal National Park. Overnight in Sydney.

Duration: 5 days (10-12 hours of guided service per day included). ⚖️ By Australian law, daily tour time is limited to 10 hours per driver — a driver cannot operate the vehicle for more than 10 hours per day.

Tour Cost Estimates & Inclusions (2026)

The table below details the estimated costs for your group. The Tour Guide Cost covers the private vehicle (up to 7 seats), expert driver/guide, petrol, tolls, and parking.

GROUP SIZE	2 PAX	3 PAX	4 PAX	5 PAX	6 PAX	7 PAX	8 PAX	9 PAX	10 PAX	11 PAX
Vehicle	Hyundai Staria (8 seats)					12-seat Minivan
Rooms (4★)	1	2	2	3	3	4	4	5	5	7
Guide + Vehicle (route base)	$6,250	$6,250	$6,250	$7,250	$7,250	$9,750	$9,750	$9,750	$9,750	$9,750
Guide Hotel (nights outside Sydney)	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720	$720
Guest Hotels (4★, 4 nights)	$1,200	$2,400	$2,400	$3,600	$3,600	$4,800	$4,800	$6,000	$6,000	$8,400
Entry Tickets / Excursions	$450	$600	$750	$900	$1,050	$1,200	$1,350	$1,500	$1,650	$1,800
TOTAL GROUP	$8,620	$9,970	$10,120	$12,470	$12,620	$16,470	$16,620	$17,970	$18,120	$20,670
PRICE PER PERSON	$4,310	$3,323	$2,530	$2,494	$2,103	$2,353	$2,078	$1,997	$1,812	$1,879

* All prices in AUD, including 10% GST. Hotels: indicative pricing for 4★ properties (~$300/night/room). No domestic flights — entire tour is by private vehicle. Vehicle changes from Hyundai Staria to 12-seat Minivan at 7 PAX. For 11 PAX: 7 rooms (5 DBL + 2 SGL).