Australia > New South Wales

NSW is the Easternmost state of the union. Bigger than some small countries, the landscape ranges from a magnificent coast line with secluded untouched beaches, to extensive national parks & forests, mountains, snowfields and alpine wilderness, rural scenery and an array of towns large and small with hundreds of great holiday spots.

Sydney is a focal point to start exploring, you can go west into the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains for bushwalking, rock climbing and camping. In fact the picturesque town of Katoomba, and every Blue Mountains Village has it's own unique bush walks and outdoor experiences. Take the scenic railway, stroll to Echo Point lookout & the Three Sisters rock formations or other cliff top views, or visit the nearby Jenolan Caves.

The Holiday Coast extends from the nature reserve of Myall Lakes to the bustling resort town of Coff’s Harbour, with a great range of activities, a balmy subtropical climate. Further north is the well-known diving and whale-watching area of Byron Bay & you can swim with dolphins.

On the Central Coast there is the Hawkesbury River and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The Hunter Valley with over 80 vineyards and wineries, many superb restaurants and cafes in the colonial townships. There are many excellent beaches, lakes and parks.

Inland in what is called the Central West region and promoted as ‘Explorer Country’ you will find gold rush towns, more wineries and national parks. Visit Bathhurst, Australia’s oldest inland town, the Dubbo zoo and Warrumbungles National Park.

The Hunter Valley is NSW's premier wine region just 2 hours drive from Sydney.

The North-West is more remote, but is a very hospitable region where you can visit the black opal area of Lightning Ridge and the country festival town of Tamworth.

The ideal way to explore New South Wales is by car as the roads are good and you can take time to explore the natural, unspoiled environment for either a peaceful, relaxing or an adventurous time in contact with Australia's unique flora and fauna.

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