Australia is one of the most remote and beautiful travel destinations in the world. Sydney is one of the main attractions in the country. If you plan to base your stay in Sydney, with little time to spare, this is the article for you. We have listed locations that you can visit within a day. Just a three-hour drive away from Sydney, you will not regret these Sydney Day Tours!
Blue Mountains Day trip from Sydney
Where are the Blue Mountains in Sydney?
Just 100 km towards the West of Sidney, this little Grand Canyon is a wilderness of 664,000 acres filled with forests, waterfalls, rock paintings, and hiking trails. This one-and-a-half-hour drive from Sidney is popular among tourists and locals alike.
How to get there?
If you opt for a car ride, take the M4 motorway road. If you like to mingle with the locals, board a train from the Central Station in Sydney and get off at Blackheath or Katoomba.
If you want to see the hidden gems in and around the area and get to know the place, book a tour with Blue Mountains Tours who are familiar with the landscape and one of the highly reputable Sydney Private Tours operators as per Tripadvisor.
What to do
Three Sisters
Located near Katoomba city, this ancient rock formation is the main natural attraction in the Blue mountains. During the summer there are lyrebirds nearby.
Scenic world rides
This is a four combo-ride with cable car, railway, walkway, and cableway. This unforgettable experience is rightfully popular among tourists.
Jenolan Caves
You won’t regret walking over 850 steps to get there once you get to this beautiful cave system.
Bushwalks
A bushwalk starting from the Leura picnic area is a challenge worth taking for the beautiful views along the way.
Hunter Valley Day trip from Sydney
Where is Hunter Valley?
Hunter Valley or the valley of fertility is a popular landmark among locals and tourists alike. This three-hour drive is 230 km towards the North of Sydney. It is one of the oldest wine regions in the country and a must-visit for food lovers.
How to get there?
If you opt for a car ride, take the M1 Pacific motorway to Cessnock, and follow the road signs to get to the visitor’s centre.
If you book Hunter Valley Wine Tours, a guide will drive you there and point out the best restaurants and scenery in the area. This saves you time, effort, and money.
Public transport, though available, is a time waste as there are no direct ways to get there from Sydney.
What to do
Wine tasting
There are over 150 boutique wineries with your favourite red, white and sparkling wines.
Cheese tasting
Choose a good cheese to pair with your wines from handmade cheese shops all over Hunter Valley. The Hunter cheese co is the oldest among many cheese shops that locate next to McGuigan winery.
Chocolate tasting
The Hunter Valley Chocolate shop on the Broke road offers a variety of chocolates for you to choose from.
Food experience
What can be better than having a tasty meal from a restaurant overlooking a lush vineyard!
Hunter Gardens
This is a good place to indulge in the beauty of nature after your food escapades.
Balloon rides
If you are adventurous, this is the way to witness the beauty of Hunter Valley.
Port Stephens day trip from Sydney
Where is Port Stephens in NSW?
This two-and-a-half-hour drive is 200 km towards the North of Sydney. The “Dolphin Capital” of Australia is a popular destination for adventure seekers.
How to get there?
If you opt for a car ride, take the M1 Motorway. If you opt for a bus ride to mingle with the locals, take the Port Stephens express bus from the Central Station. However, it is an overnight trip.
You can get a worthier experience for money by booking a tour with Port Stephens Tours. A guide will drive you there saving a lot of effort. You will be more relaxed and ready for adrenaline-filled activities.
What to do
Dolphin watching
You can book a seat in one of three Moonshadow cruises departing each day. Each cruise is one and a half hours long.
4WD
Beach dune tours and Sygna Shipwreck tours offer adventure activities.
Sandboarding
A speciality at Port Stephens, don’t miss out on a Sandboarding safari.
Tomaree Head Hike
This is a truly wonderful short walk.
Beer & Wine tasting at Murray
The oldest winery in the area, Murray offers visitors a great crafty experience paired with wine tasting.
If you visit Sidney, do visit at least one of these locations. You will be missing out on a lot if you don’t!
– By Rakkitha Kumarage of Sydney Day Tours
