40 Activities
Cruising Along the Australian East Coast
Starts from
Sydney
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
40
Duration
4 days
Length
653 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Sydney
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
4 days
Length
653 mi
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
11 Activities
Day 1
117 mi3 mi
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.
11 Activities
Day 2
188 mi0.9 mi
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.
9 Activities
Day 3
153 mi4 mi
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.
9 Activities
Day 4
196 mi
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.