Sydney, Coast & Country

Enjoy six unforgettable days exploring Sydney's iconic sights, the beautiful coastal scenery of Manly and Newcastle and the Hunter Valley wine country. Plus experience the excitement of the Sydney Royal Easter Show!

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Get ready to discover the best of Sydney, the coastlines of Manly and Newcastle, and the Hunter Valley wine country on this six day escape! From the iconic sights of Sydney Harbour and Manly's relaxed coastal charm, to the stunning coastline of Newcastle and the picturesque vineyards of the Hunter Valley, you will enjoy the perfect blend of sightseeing, coastal beauty, food and wine. Cap off this adventure with time to experience the excitement of the annual Sydney Royal Easter Show at your own pace! We hear the animal displays and Arts and Crafts Pavillion are must-see!

Price: Twin Share - $3,735.00 per person | Single Supplement - $530.00 per person

Deposit: $500.00

Final Payment Due: 14th January 2027

Pick Ups: Pick up times will be advised closer to the departure date.

Day 1: Mon 15th Mar

Your adventure begins with a personalised home pick up and flight to Sydney. Upon arrival you will be greeted by your coach driver who will transport you from the Sydney Airport to Circular Quay. Here, you will have the opportunity to take in some of Sydney’s most iconic sights, including spectacular views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. You will also have some free time to grab a bite to eat at your own expense if you wish before heading off for Manly. Enjoy a scenic journey as you travel from Circular Quay towards the beachside suburb of Manly. You will arrive at Manly Paradise for check in. The evening concludes with dinner at Bistro Manly, Elysium Hotel, a short distance from your accommodation, providing an opportunity to relax and unwind as you enjoy your first evening on tour.

Day 2: Tues 16th Mar

Start the morning with breakfast at Bacino Bar Manly, a short distance from your accommodation. This fantastic establishment will also be supplying your lunch packs for later in the day! After breakfast, enjoy a visit to the Manly Art Gallery and Museum. Take some time here to explore the gallery and museum before departing Manly. Enjoy the scenic drive towards Somersby Falls. Take a break from the journey and enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of the Somersby Falls Picnic Area, where you can have lunch under tall rainforest trees. There will be time to take in the scenery and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before departing. Continue onwards to Charlestown Square. Enjoy some free time for shopping before meeting as a group for dinner. Dinner tonight is a delicious Italian meal at Inforno Charlestown, which comes highly recommended for its welcoming atmosphere and Italian-inspired menu. Following dinner, head to the Apollo Best Western Charlestown to check in and settle in for the evening.

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Day 3: Wed 17th Mar

Begin the morning with breakfast on site before checking out and departing the accommodation. This morning, enjoy a Newcastle City Highlights Coach Tour, complete with commentary along the way. This is a great opportunity to discover Newcastle’s key landmarks, learn about the city’s history and enjoy the sights from the comfort of the coach. Continue to the Newcastle Ocean Baths, where you will have some free time to enjoy a quick swim and take in the beautiful coastal surroundings. Use this time also to grab a bite to eat at your own expense from one of the nearby cafes before departing. Depart Newcastle Ocean Baths and continue the journey towards the Hunter Valley. Stop at the iconic Big Kookaburra for a fun photo opportunity and comfort break before continuing on your way. Arrive at Tulloch Wines for a wine and chocolate tasting experience. Enjoy the opportunity to sample some of the Hunter Valley’s local produce before departing. A short drive later, arrive at the Mercure Hunter Valley for check in. Settle in and relax after a wonderful day of sightseeing. The day concludes with dinner on site, providing a relaxed evening to enjoy the accommodation and unwind.

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Day 4: Thur 18th Mar

Start the morning with breakfast on site before departing the accommodation and making your way to Hunter Valley Gardens. Enjoy some relaxed free time to explore the gardens at your own pace. Wander through the beautifully landscaped gardens, take in the seasonal displays and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before regrouping for departure. Continue to Saltire Estate, for a wine and cheese tasting experience. Enjoy a leisurely tasting featuring local wines and cheeses to complement them before departing. The journey then continues towards the coast, with arrival at the Australian Reptile Park. Take some time to explore the park and discover its fascinating collection of Australian wildlife and reptiles. There will also be an opportunity to grab a bite to eat at your own expense. Depart the Australian Reptile Park and continue towards Sydney. Arrive at the Ibis Styles Darling Harbour for check in. After settling in, the day concludes with a buffet dinner on site, providing a relaxed end to an enjoyable day of gardens, wine and wildlife.

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Day 5: Fri 19th Mar

Begin the morning with breakfast on site before departing the accommodation for the showgrounds! Arrive and enjoy a relaxed day exploring the Royal Easter Show at your own pace. You will have plenty of free time to discover the various attractions and displays, with something to suit everyone. Some highlights to look out for include the Fresh Food Dome, which showcases a wonderful selection of local produce and food offerings, the Arts and Crafts Pavilion, which features a variety of creative displays and handmade works and of course the animal displays, which are always a popular attraction. For a quintessential local experience at the show, the CWA usually hold a Tea Room, which is also well worth a visit. You may like to enjoy a traditional morning/afternoon tea and experience a much-loved part of the showgrounds atmosphere. As today is free time to explore, browse, shop, enjoy the displays and soak up the atmosphere at your leisure, lunch today is at your own cost. In the afternoon, the coach will collect you and transfer you back to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to relax and enjoy some personal time in Sydney. This could be an opportunity to explore the local area, do some shopping or simply relax and unwind at the hotel before dinner this evening. Come together for a Farewell Buffet Dinner on site, providing the perfect opportunity to reflect on the highlights and experiences of the trip and celebrate the journey together with your fellow travellers.

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Day 6: Sat 20th Mar

Enjoy a final breakfast on site before checking out of the hotel and departing. This morning, enjoy a visit to the iconic Rocks Markets. Take some time to wander through the market stalls, browse local arts and crafts and perhaps pick up a special souvenir to remember your Sydney adventure, or a gift for someone at home. You will have some free time to explore the markets before meeting back together as a group to depart The Rocks and transfer to Sydney Airport. Arrive at the airport, allowing plenty of time to check in and prepare for the journey home. You will have the opportunity to grab a bite to eat at your own expense before boarding the flight if you wish. On arrival in Hobart, enjoy the convenience of Coal River Coaches’ personalised drop offs, bringing a wonderful trip to a comfortable close.

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BOOKING INFORMATION AND PAYMENT METHODS

• CASH: We love to see you! Visit our office between 8am - 4pm weekdays and we would be delighted to assist with a booking.

• CARD: Phone or visit our office to make payment using VISA, Mastercard or AMEX, unfortunately our payment system does not accept keycards.

• CHEQUE: Please phone or email us to ensure availability then send cheques to

PO Box 73 Richmond TAS 7025.

• BANK TRANSFER: Please phone or email us to ensure availability and we will confirm bank details.

• DAY TOURS: To secure your seat, full payment is required immediately. If you are unable to attend a day tour, we require 48 hours’ notice and we can provide you with a credit to use on another day tour. Day Tour payments are non-refundable.

• MULTI-DAY TOURS: To secure your seat, a deposit is required immediately. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable to other tours. There will be a final date provided for the remainder of the package payment. After final payment due date, payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.

• PASSENGER FORMS: All travellers on our Multi Day and Interstate/ International Tours are required to complete a Passenger Form. This only needs to be completed once or updated when your details change.

• PICK UP: If you have a group of 6 or more passengers attending a day tour, we can arrange a separate pick up for you. All Travel Club multi-day tours have a Hobart Greater region home pick up, unless otherwise stated.

• POSTAGE: Due to increased cost of postage & delays we will not be posting payment receipts unless requested, postage charges will apply. When phoning through payment we encourage you to provide us with an email address to receive receipts.

• TRAVEL INSURANCE: We strongly recommend you obtain appropriate travel insurance prior to paying your final balance for any of our multi-day tours.

• PRICE CHANGES: Prices may change without notification.

• ITINERARY CHANGES: We reserve the right to alter or omit any part of the itinerary.

• SAFETY: Love Tasmania Tours and Coal River Coaches reserves the right to decline to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of the tour, or who may require services that we cannot guarantee will be available, or if meals (due to certain dietary requirements) cannot be catered for.

• WAIT LISTS: If a Tour that you want to go on is full, we can pop you on the “Waitlist”. This means if we have a cancellation, we will contact you.

Our Tours are subject to the venues & events in which we attend. If there are any changes or cancellations, we will make reasonable endeavours to contact you.

Please refer to the full terms and conditions for more information.

Phone: 03 6272 2645

Email: [email protected]

Office: 97a Grove Road Glenorchy TAS 7010

Postal address PO Box 73 Richmond Tas 7025