Explore the best of NSW’s Central West on this six-day journey through charming towns, historic landmarks, and stunning rural landscapes. Designed with comfort and connection in mind, this tour brings together thoughtful local experiences, regional hospitality, and fully hosted travel tailored for the over-55s.
Begin your journey in the Blue Mountains with a garden visit and lunch in Bilpin before heading to Bathurst, where you’ll enjoy your choice of a distillery tasting or a visit to the Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum. From there, explore the heritage village of Carcoar, stroll the peaceful Cowra Japanese Gardens, and take in the town’s local charm and boutiques.
In Cowra, delve into its wartime history with a private guided tour, visit the symbolic Peace Bell, and enjoy a scenic drive through vineyards and farmland to the grand Iandra Castle. Then it’s on to Canowindra, where you’ll browse local galleries and enjoy a beautifully hosted lunch at Montrose House before a tasting near Mount Canobolas.
Your time in Orange includes a heritage tour of the city, a visit to the botanic gardens, and a fresh, seasonal lunch at Hillside Harvest orchard—with time to pick and purchase local produce. The trip concludes with a farewell dinner at the elegant Duntryleague and a scenic return to Sydney via Abercrombie House and the Blue Mountains.
With all meals, accommodation, and activities included, this is a relaxed and rewarding way to discover NSW’s regional gems—full of stories, scenery and memorable moments.
🥃 Tasting at Bathurst Grange Distillery or visit to the Fossil & Mineral Museum
🏡 Historic Carcoar town tour with local historian
🌸 Cowra Japanese Gardens and boutique shopping
🔔 Cowra POW Hologram, Peace Bell & local sheep sales
🏰 Private tour of Iandra Castle
🎨 Canowindra galleries and shops
🍽️ Hosted two-course lunch at Montrose House
🍷 Wine tasting near Mount Canobolas
🌳 Orange heritage tour and Botanic Gardens
🍒 Hillside Harvest orchard visit and lunch
🏛️ Dinner at Duntryleague
🏞️ Return via Abercrombie House and Echo Point
All the essentials are taken care of! 5 nights' accommodation, daily breakfasts, four lunches, and five dinners, luxury coach travel throughout, all admissions, guided tours, and tastings, and fully escorted and expertly hosted.
Why Choose This Tour
Discover the charm, history, and hospitality of regional NSW on this relaxed six-day journey through the heart of the Central West. From gardens and galleries to distilleries and heritage towns, this thoughtfully curated tour is filled with scenic drives, meaningful encounters, and delicious local fare.