Muswellbrook Winter Yulefest
Days:
3 Days
Activity:
1. Easy
Transport:
Drive
$1,095.00
Tour description
Tour dates: 22nd July – 24th July, 2026
Embrace the cosy charm of winter on this delightful three-day Yulefest escape through Muswellbrook and the wider Hunter region. With colourful street art, rich local history and welcoming country towns, the journey offers a lovely blend of culture, scenery and indulgence. Begin by uncovering Kurri Kurri’s vibrant murals, enjoying time in Singleton and exploring Australia’s military heritage at the Army Infantry Museum. In Muswellbrook, wander through the local art gallery, taste artisan cheeses at Hunter Belle, and savour the flavours of Pukara Estate’s award-winning oils and condiments — all before settling in for a festive Yulefest Dinner filled with warmth, good food and cheerful celebration.
The return journey continues with a visit to historic Tocal Homestead, where beautifully preserved buildings and rural landscapes offer a glimpse into early colonial life. A final stop in the riverside village of Morpeth invites you to explore boutique shops, heritage streets and peaceful river views before heading home. With delicious meals, thoughtful inclusions and the relaxed camaraderie of travelling together, this tour captures the spirit of winter — cosy, colourful and wonderfully memorable.
Itinerary
We set off from Sydney, pausing in Kurri Kurri for morning tea and time to admire the town’s colourful murals that celebrate its people and heritage. Continuing to Singleton, we visit the Visitor Information Centre and Gallery before enjoying lunch together. The afternoon takes us to the Australian Army Infantry Museum, where fascinating exhibits, uniforms, and military vehicles trace the proud story of Australia’s infantry soldiers from colonial times to modern peacekeeping. By late afternoon, we arrive in Muswellbrook and settle in for a welcoming dinner at The Remington.
Overnight: The Remington, Muswellbrook
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we relax on board the coach for a scenic tour around Muswellbrook, discovering its heritage buildings, leafy streets, and country charm. We then visit the Muswellbrook Regional Art Gallery to admire its vibrant mix of local and contemporary works. At Hunter Belle, we enjoy a guided tour, lunch, and time to browse their specialty shop filled with artisan cheeses and gourmet treats. In the afternoon, we sample the award-winning oils and condiments at Pukara Estate before returning to the hotel. As evening falls, we gather for a joyful in-house Yulefest Dinner, where laughter, music, and hearty winter flavours fill the night with festive cheer.
Overnight: The Remington, Muswellbrook
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activity Levels
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1. Easy
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2. Moderate
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3. Active Moderate
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4. Adventurous
Testimonials
Dear Kerry and staff Thank you for organising the Temora airshow and Wagga tour for our club. We all enjoyed the four days away. The tour length was just right for us ‘oldies’. The Mercure Wagga was very comfortable and centrally located, and there was plenty of free time to explore the galleries, gardens Riverina Museum, and shops on offer in Wagga. The Tamora airshow was an opportunity to view old planes and to see an aviation display for novices to aviation displays. We learnt so much about the RAAF presence in Wagga and Temora during WWII. A highlight of the Junee Rail Museum was the dedicated locals who told us all about trains and privatisation of New South Wales rails. A special bouquet of thanks to Paul , our wonderful coach driver and Marie, our friendly tour guide. Nothing was a problem for them. Both Marie and Paul worked as a great team and put us all at ease. We greatly appreciated all their work, effort, fun and friendship to make our trip memorable. Thanks Guys! It was great to be travelling with Oncourse again. Our club is looking forward to seeing what tourism plans you have in store for 2024. Again, many thanks for your help. Best wishes to all the On Course team.
Regards, Elizabeth
Dear On Course Tours Thank you so much for the wonderful 3 day trip to Oberon. It was great to go to Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens and “Bebeah” at Mt Wilson on the first day. Mayfield Gardens (the full gardens) did not disappoint and the weather was so kind to us. The rhododendrons and the crab apples were certainly on display for us. Jimmy did a great job looking after us all. The accommodation was great as well all the good food! Going to Everglades on the day we came home was an added bonus and some time in Leura was great as well. I was even home in time to plant out a replacement Daphne that I had got. l am now looking forward to the Yamba and Grafton trip – here’s hoping the weather will be kind to us. I would love next year’s program when it has been completed. I hear it is nearly finished.
