New South Wales

New South Wales has endless unspoilt beaches, breathtaking natural treasures and home to one of the world’s most famous and vibrant cities.

Why visit New South Wales ?

  • Climb Sydney’s Iconic Harbour Bridge
  • Sample Hunter Valley’s finest wines
  • Marvel at the Blue Mountains National Park
  • Spend your days relaxing on NSW’s beautiful coastline

Sydney, or The Harbour City, as its commonly known is home to many of Australia’s must-see attractions – such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge – but also abounds in sophisticated dining, secret harbour beaches and hole-in-the-wall coffee shops. You’ll find cultural riches such as galleries, museums, theatre companies and alternative cinema, without ever being too far from those glistening million-dollar views.

A 90 minute drive from Sydney lies The World Heritage Area of the Blue Mountains. With abundant natural beauty, excellent hiking, spectacular scenery and quaint towns and villages, it makes a popular getaway from the big smoke. Walk to the foot of the on the 998-step Giant Stairway, or glide between clifftops on the , 270 metres (886 feet) above ancient ravines. Stroll around picturesque villages Leura and Blackheath for antique stores, quirky cafés and top-notch restaurants.

Two hours drive North of Sydney lies the Hunter Valley, home to more than 120 wineries, gourmet restaurants and luxury retreats. Here you can taste a diverse variety of wines at the cellar doors, including semillons at the 1886-built winery; the Graveyard Shiraz at ; and famous Vat 1.

You will be spoilt for choice with the beautiful beaches of New South Wales. From a number of options in Sydney itself, to Jervis Bay, home to some of the whitest sands in Australia and not forgetting the popular resort of Byron Bay.

LOCATION

AUSTRALIA KEY INFO

Visa

A visa is required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

No mandatory vaccinations are required

Time Difference

GMT +8 to +10 hours

Flight Time

22 hours with one stop

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