This morning we begin our journey with a stop for morning tea on the eastern side of Lake Macquarie, before continuing along the coast via a series of stunning beaches. On arrival in Newcastle, we take a tour of the city, highlighting its maritime history, architecture, and bustling foreshore.

Lunch is enjoyed at Queens Wharf, overlooking the busy harbour, followed by a visit to Fort Scratchley, where history comes to life through stories of coastal defence and local heritage. In the afternoon, we continue on to Port Stephens, arriving at our accommodation with time to relax before dinner.

Overnight: The Landmark Resort
Meals Included: Morning tea, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, we depart on a scenic beaches tour before boarding the Moonshadow Dolphin Watch Cruise. This 1.5-hour experience offers the chance to see pods of playful dolphins in the pristine waters of Port Stephens.

We continue to the Medowie Macadamia Farm, where we enjoy a guided tour and lunch, before travelling on to Lemon Tree Passage for a short visit and time to explore the waterfront.

Overnight: The Landmark Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Following breakfast, we head to the Inner Light Lighthouse Museum and Tea House, where we explore local maritime history and enjoy morning tea with sweeping coastal views.

Lunch and the afternoon are at leisure in Nelson Bay. Guests may choose to browse boutique shops, stroll the foreshore, or simply relax and take in the holiday atmosphere at the resort. Dinner tonight will be at 7pm.

Overnight: The Landmark Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Morning Tea & Dinner

Today we travel inland via the scenic countryside route through Stroud to Gloucester, a charming country town nestled beneath the Bucketts Mountains. On arrival, we enjoy morning tea at Billabong Park before visiting the Gloucester Museum, where local stories and regional history are brought to life through fascinating displays and memorabilia.

We then continue to Ashmar Farm at Waukivory for a delightful garden and farm experience. During our visit, we enjoy a guided tour of the property and hear from local farm specialists about the region’s produce and rural lifestyle before sitting down to a relaxing country-style lunch.

Following our time at the farm, we return to Port Stephens with time to relax before dinner this evening.

Overnight: The Landmark Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast and check-out, we visit Fighter World, where an impressive collection of aircraft and displays offers insight into Australia’s aviation and defence history. Morning tea is included here before continuing via Raymond Terrace to Morpeth, a historic riverside town.

We enjoy lunch, followed by some time to stroll through the boutique shops, heritage buildings, and galleries of this charming village before commencing our return journey to Sydney, arriving back in the late afternoon.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Morning tea & Lunch