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New South Wales road trips

The roads of New South Wales are endless – and so are the possibilities. Freedom abounds.

From the sparking harbour and vibrant energy of Sydney, every road leads to adventure. Travel north beside beautiful beaches and lush rainforest to tropical Byron Bay. Head south down the coast to Eden through picturesque fishing villages or inland for an art and culture fix at Canberra. Then there are World Heritage-listed national parks, unforgettable food and wine experiences, unique golf courses and breathtaking landscapes. When you tour by car, you are the master of your own destiny. You can go wherever you want, at the pace that suits you.

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Pacific Coast

Sydney - Gold Coast: From Sydney all the way up to the Gold Coast, the Pacific Coast stretches out in a spectacular holiday playground of golden beaches and lush forests. It's a very popular drive with plenty to see and do along the way!

Hawkesbury and Hunter

Sydney – The Hunter – Sydney: With its meandering rivers and historic townships, the Hawkesbury offers rural charm just an hour from Sydney. Drive through the Wollemi National Park to the Hunter Valley, one of the best food and wine destinations in Australia.

Blue Mountains and Beyond

Sydney – Blue Mountains – The Hunter – Sydney: The Blue Mountains World Heritage Area is one of Australia's great natural wonders and just 90 minutes from the heart of Sydney. What a great place to begin your self-drive discovery.

South Coast and Canberra

Sydney – Canberra – Sydney: Blessed with beautiful, unspoilt coastline, spectacular wilderness, and friendly coastal communities, the Illawarra region is a charming coastal getaway.

Sydney to Melbourne Coastal

Sydney – Melbourne: The dramatic coast between Sydney and Melbourne is one of Australia's best-kept secrets. You will find surf reserves, kangaroos on the beach, fresh seafood in pretty coastal towns, the whitest sand in the world, and a rugged natural coastline.