Depart Sydney and travel northwest into the historic Hawkesbury region, where heritage buildings, charming villages and stories of early settlement bring the past to life. Along the way, you’ll be joined by Heritage Guide Judith Dunn OAM, who shares fascinating insights into the people, places and events that shaped this important district.

Visit Ebenezer, home to Australia’s oldest church, established in 1809, and step back in time as you explore this beautifully preserved site. Continue to Windsor to stroll through Australia’s oldest town square, where tales of scandal, intrigue and pioneering life unfold. After lunch, visit St Matthew’s Church, one of Francis Greenway’s finest architectural works, complete with its historic graveyard and rich colonial history.

Later in the afternoon, arrive at Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley and check in for your overnight stay. In the evening, enjoy a magical Yulefest celebration featuring festive décor, a traditional Christmas-style and seafood buffet dinner, a three-hour beverage package, lively entertainment, and a special visit from Santa.

Overnight: Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, travel southwest to the Western Sydney International Experience Centre for an immersive and interactive guided visit. Learn about the development of Australia’s first smart airport, with engaging displays, impressive views over the airfield, and insights into how this major project will shape the future of the region.

Following the visit, enjoy lunch in Camden, a town known for its colonial heritage and rural charm. Then explore the Camden Museum, housed within a beautifully preserved heritage building, where exhibits and stories reveal the area’s Aboriginal roots, early settlement and agricultural past.

With wonderful memories and festive cheer, return home to Sydney in the late afternoon.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch