Embark on a private day trip from Sydney to the stunning NSW South Coast. Drive along scenic coastal roads, visit charming beachside towns, and enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean and countryside. Optional activities include swimming and coastal walks.
Departing from Sydney CBD at 7:45am, this tour first travels through the city’s southern suburbs and then along a section of the renowned Grand Pacific Drive, one of Australia’s great coastal drives. Here, stop at a clifftop viewpoint (and popular parasailing and hang gliding launch point) for views of the coastline and the Illawarra Escarpment, which dominates the landscape of the region. Pass through typical Australian beach side communities, with time for you to dip your toes in the water or take a quick swim. Drive, or walk, along the Sea Cliff Bridge, a stretch of the coast road jutting out from the cliff-side and considered a marvel of modern engineering.
Next, veer inland slightly and pass through an agricultural region – famed for its green rolling hills and dairy industry – on your way to Kiama, one of the South Coast’s most pleasant coastal towns. Stop at a headland to take in the town and coastline and view the famed Blowhole, where, when the conditions are right, the sea surges up through a gap in the dark volcanic rock. Stay in Kiama for lunch (at own expense). The town has a range of eateries to suit most tastes and budgets. You can also take a stroll along the main streets, which feature heritage buildings and craft shops.
Leave Kiama and make your final stop in the town of Wollongong, the region’s commercial and industrial center. Although known for its steel industry, Wollongong draws visitors to its appealing waterfront precinct, the “Blue Mile”. Enjoyed by locals and tourists alike, at the headland cannon batteries reflect the importance of the town in years past, and the steel plant can be viewed sitting incongruously along the sandy coastline. Further along, the peaceful harbor – with its two lighthouses, tranquil beach and cafes – is a popular place for rest and relaxation. From here, make the return journey to Sydney, arriving back around 4:45pm.
Points of Interest
- Country Trails Private Tours
- Luxury Mercedes tour vehicle
- Private tour
- Complimentary bottled water
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (Sydney CBD hotels only)
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Entrance fees for optional activities
Take a journey across picturesque rural and coastal routes - inclusive of the renowned Grand Pacific Drive and Sea Cliff Bridge - for breath-taking ocean vistas and the verdant rolling landscapes that the area is known for. Explore quintessential Australian coast towns and settlements to gain an understanding of both historical and current local societies. Choices for optional activities consist of swimming and shoreline hikes.
- A maximum of 7 people per booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 7 years old are required to use child seats (provided). Please advise at time of booking.
- Itinerary may be changed on the day due to weather and traffic conditions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
