Our journey begins as we travel to Thirlmere for a guided visit to the NSW Rail Museum, where we discover Australia’s rich railway history while exploring an impressive collection of beautifully restored locomotives and carriages. After morning tea, we continue to the South Coast for lunch before visiting the HARS Aviation Museum at Shellharbour Airport. A guided tour showcases an outstanding collection of historic aircraft before we enjoy a scenic drive through Kiama, including its famous Blowhole, before checking into our hotel.

Overnight: The Sebel Kiama Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we spend time browsing the delightful village of Berry, with its boutique shops, cafés and country charm. Travelling through the picturesque Kangaroo Valley and Southern Highlands, we make our way to Goulburn where we enjoy lunch. This afternoon we continue through Yass and historic Jugiong, pausing to stretch our legs before following the Hume Highway to Wagga Wagga, where we settle in for the evening.

Overnight: Mercure Wagga Wagga Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we travel to Temora, home to one of Australia’s premier aviation museums. During our guided visit to the Temora Aviation Museum, we discover the remarkable stories behind an outstanding collection of historic military aircraft, with time afterwards to browse the exhibits and memorabilia at our own pace. We then continue to Junee, where we enjoy lunch before visiting the famous Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory for a behind-the-scenes tour, delicious tastings and time to browse the shop. This afternoon, we step back in time with a guided tour of the Junee Roundhouse Railway Museum, one of Australia’s most significant railway heritage sites, where beautifully restored locomotives and railway workshops tell the story of Australia’s rail history. Returning to Wagga Wagga, we enjoy a brief coach tour of the town before gathering together for dinner.

Overnight: Mercure Wagga Wagga Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning we enjoy time amongst the beautiful Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens before visiting the RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre, where the story of the Royal Australian Air Force comes to life through fascinating displays and historic aircraft. Travelling through Cootamundra to Young, we pause for lunch before departing for the Please note: Itinerary subject to change due to operational requirements or local conditions. (02) 9986 2400 travel@oncoursetours.com oncoursetours.com

magnificent Iandra Castle, one of Australia’s finest historic rural homesteads. A guided tour reveals its grand architecture and remarkable history before we continue to Cowra.

Overnight: Club Cowra Motel Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we delve deeper into Cowra’s fascinating history. We begin with a visit to the Visitor Information Centre and Prisoner of War Theatre before stepping aboard the heritage Lachlan Valley Railway. Operated by passionate volunteers, this beautifully preserved railway celebrates the golden age of rail travel with a nostalgic journey through the local countryside aboard lovingly restored vintage carriages. Our visit also includes a traditional Devonshire tea and time to explore the museum, where an impressive collection of historic locomotives, rolling stock and railway memorabilia showcases the important role rail played in shaping regional Australia. After lunch, a local guide introduces us to Cowra’s many stories, including the Japanese War Cemetery, the Prisoner of War Breakout site and striking water tower and silo artwork.

Overnight: Club Cowra Motel Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we travel to the charming heritage town of Canowindra, where there’s time to browse the boutique shops, galleries and museums, or perhaps visit the renowned Age of Fishes Museum. We then enjoy lunch at the beautiful Montrose House, a lovingly restored Victorian-era residence renowned for its warm country hospitality, elegant gardens and delicious homemade cuisine. This afternoon, we pause in Carcoar, a National Trust-classified village celebrated for its beautifully preserved 19th-century streetscape and timeless country charm. We then continue to Bathurst for a short sightseeing tour, including a drive around the iconic Mount Panorama circuit, before exploring the National Motor Racing Museum and its fascinating collection celebrating Australia’s rich motorsport heritage.

Overnight: Rydges Mount Panorama, Bathurst Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our final day begins with a stop in Portland to admire the impressive silo artwork before travelling to the historic Zig Zag Railway. We step aboard this lovingly restored heritage train for a memorable journey through the spectacular Blue Mountains landscape, travelling along the famous zig zag formation that once helped trains negotiate the steep mountain terrain. Following our railway experience, we enjoy lunch before continuing to the charming village of Leura for free time to browse the boutique shops or relax with a coffee. Later this afternoon, we make our way back to Sydney, bringing home wonderful memories of a tour celebrating Australia’s rich transport heritage and country hospitality. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch