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Cruising Along the Australian East Coast

Cruising Along the Australian East Coast
Starts from

Sydney

Transportation

By Car

Guidance

Self-Guided

Attractions

40

Duration

4 Days

Length

1051 km

Guide details

Starts from

Sydney

Transportation

By Car

Guidance

Self-Guided

Duration

4 Days

Length

1051 km

Price

Nature AttractionsLifestyle ExperiencesActive Leisure
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Leeza Schwarzkopf
Leeza Schwarzkopf
Travel Expert

Highlights

  • Visit the Koala hospital to see these furry creatures up close and learn about their conservation.
  • Immerse yourself in the ancient rainforest of Dorrigo National Park.
  • Walk along the postcard-perfect scenery at Cape Byron lighthouse.
This route features many of the things I love most about Australia: the coast, the bush and the abundance of multicultural food. Driving north from Sydney to Byron Bay, you’ll pass through some wonderful national parks, where you can surround yourself with fragrant eucalyptus or coachwood trees.
There’s also plenty of opportunity to stop for a swim throughout the whole route. From waterfalls to ocean pools, and tea tree lakes to sandy beaches, there’s no shortage of amazing places to take a dip.
To complete the local experience, you’ll dine at classic Aussie cafés and pubs, and feast on diverse cuisine from all corners of the world.

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This route features many of the things I love most about Australia: the coast, the bush and the abundance of multicultural food. Driving north from Sydney to Byron Bay, you’ll pass through some wonderful national parks, where you can surround yourself with fragrant eucalyptus or coachwood trees.
There’s also plenty of opportunity to stop for a swim throughout the whole route. From waterfalls to ocean pools, and tea tree lakes to sandy beaches, there’s no shortage of amazing places to take a dip.
To complete the local experience, you’ll dine at classic Aussie cafés and pubs, and feast on diverse cuisine from all corners of the world.
Leeza Schwarzkopf
Leeza Schwarzkopf
Travel Expert
  • Visit the Koala hospital to see these furry creatures up close and learn about their conservation.
  • Immerse yourself in the ancient rainforest of Dorrigo National Park.
  • Walk along the postcard-perfect scenery at Cape Byron lighthouse.

Travel Itinerary

Hiking in the Bush and the Coolest Coastal City
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Day 1

188 km5 km

Hiking in the Bush and the Coolest Coastal City

Departing from Sydney, today’s part of the journey will help you get back to nature with a bush walk in Brisbane Water National Park and a swim in one of Newcastle’s ocean pools. Newcastle has previously won the title of ‘the coolest coastal city’, partly because of its trendy hospitality scene.
Settling Into the Beach Lifestyle and Getting to Know Koalas
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Day 2

302 km1 km

Settling Into the Beach Lifestyle and Getting to Know Koalas

By day two of this trip, you’ll be getting into the groove of life by the beach. There’s ample opportunity for swimming and walks by the water, as well as waterfront bars and fresh seafood. Perhaps the only thing that can top these beach experiences is a trip to the Koala Hospital.
Farm Fresh Produce and Walking Above the Trees
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Day 3

246 km6 km

Farm Fresh Produce and Walking Above the Trees

With farm to table dining growing in popularity in Australia and around the world, why not visit an innovative greenhouse and pick your own fruit? Plus take an inland detour to go for a spectacular bush walk in Dorrigo National Park.
The Best of Byron Bay
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Day 4

315 km

The Best of Byron Bay

As you approach Byron Bay have a picnic lunch at a charming macadamia and avocado farm, and check out the boutiques in the hinterland villages. Then take the coastal track to the iconic lighthouse at the most easterly point of Australia.

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