New South Wales         

The most populous state is home to Sydney, known for its unique architectural accomplishments like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.

The areas surrounding this cosmopolitan city, like Hunter Valley, known for its wines, the Blue Mountains, over a 2 1/2 million acres of rock formations and rain forest, to the nearby coasts stretching past Canberra (the capital), could make of Sydney a vacation on its own.

In sequence...

• 1. Sydney Harbour & Opera House

• 2. Sydney Beaches

• 3. Hunter Valley - Wine Country

• 4. Blue Mountains National Park

• 5. Canberra

• 6. Narooma (+/- 150 miles south of Sydney)

• 7. Kosciuszko National Park (winter -skiing)

• 8. Broken Hill (gateway to the Outback)

We offer a series of guided pre-packaged tours, prepared for you by reliable tour operators, or we can design your visit to your wishes and your budget.
If you want to see Australia at your own pace, an individualized vacation or FIT is recommended. If so, we'll make your flight, hotel and car arrangements. If you are restricted to time, a guided tour, or pre-packaged vacation might be advised.

 1.  Park Hyatt Sydney

15. Hotel Ibis World Square

 2.  The Observatory Hotel

16. Travelodge Hotel Sydney

 3.  Four Seasons Sydney

17. Ibis Hotel Darling Harbour

 4.  Shangri-La Hotel Sydney

18. Novotel Century

 5.  Intercontinental Sydney

19. Novotel Sydney Darling Harbour

 6.  Sydney Harbour Marriott

20. Old Sydney Holiday Inn

 7.  The Westin Sydney

21. Quay Grand Suites Sydney

 8.  Sofitel Wentworth

22. Quay West Suites Sydney

 9.  Rydges Jamison Sydney

23. Swiss Grand Hotel Bondi Beach

10. 4 Points Sheraton - DH

11. Grace Hotel Sydney

12. Saville 2 Bond Street

13. Citigate Sebel Sydney

14. Mercure Hotel Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney

Seated majestically in the dress circle to one of the world’s most glittering harbors, Park Hyatt Sydney is located in the historic Rocks district, just five minutes from the central business, cultural and shopping districts of Sydney.

The Observatory Hotel

Superbly located near Sydney's historic Rocks and Central Business District, The Observatory Hotel is the ideal base for exploring Australia's most vibrant city.
 

Four Seasons Sydney

Stunningly situated overlooking Sydney Harbor in the historic Rocks district, a short walk from the city's shopping and business centers, Four Seasons is vibrant and elegant, with dramatic harborfront views and a luxurious new spa featuring exclusive skincare and aromatherapy treatments.
 

Shangri-La Hotel Sydney

Perfectly positioned between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge where guests can enjoy the quintessential Sydney experience in comfort and style that is unmistakably incomparable.

Intercontinental Sydney

The hotel has long been an icon of Sydney’s vibrant harborside lifestyle. As one of the leading five star hotels in the region, the hotel has recently emerged from an AUD$30 million refurbishment with stylish new guest rooms and a stunning rooftop Club InterContinental lounge.

Sydney Harbour Marriott

Sits at Circular Quay in the heart of Sydney's financial and tourist district. The serene, friendly atmosphere makes it a welcome oasis in this exciting city.

The Westin Sydney

Award-winning, five-star hotel in the heart of Sydney's central business district, we are surrounded by exclusive designer shops, restaurants, theatres, and convenient to Darling Harbor, Sydney Opera House, and the Harbor Bridge.

Sofitel Wentworth Sydney

Located in the heart of the financial district, close to the Sydney Opera House, Botanic Gardens, Circular Quay, shopping malls, galleries and restaurants.
 

Rydges Jamison Sydney

In the heart of a city renowned for its rare natural beauty, Rydges Jamison offers the most discerning traveler a genuinely warm welcome matched to a unique Sydney sense of style.
 

4 Points Sheraton - Darling Harbor

The hotel is located in Sydney’s central business district on the edge of vibrant Darling Harbour. Only a few minutes walk from an exciting array of entertainment venues and busy shopping precincts including Queen Victoria Building, Cockle Bay, King St Wharf, Chinatown, movie cinemas and numerous harborside restaurants

Grace Hotel Sydney

An elegantly restored heritage listed Neo Gothic hotel built in 1930. Situated in the heart of Sydney's CBD, The Grace Hotel fronts three of Sydney's most prominent streets - York, King & Clarence.
 

Saville 2 Bond Street

Located in the heart of Sydney's CBD and prime financial district. The hotel offers 170 impressively appointed apartments including 3 penthouses, Executive Women's Floors and a Boardroom for small meetings.

Citigate Sebel Sydney

One of Sydney's most affordable and stylish mid-range hotels. Superbly situated around the corner from Central Railway Station, the hotel is close to both the city and the fashionable shops and restaurants of Surry Hills and Paddington's Oxford Street.
 

Mercure Hotel Sydney

located in the heart of Railway Square, just a few minutes' walk from the city centre, Darling Harbour and entertainment district. Two restaurants, one bar, indoor heated swimming pool.
 

Hotel Ibis World Square

Located right in the heart of Sydney, you are within an easy walk to Darling Harbour, Cockle Bay, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Chinatown, Sydney's shopping precincts, the Entertainment Centre, George Street cinema complexes with Planet Hollywood, Capital Theatre and Oxford Street restaurants and nightlife.

Travelodge Hotel Sydney

Situated on the edge of the central business district, you will be perfectly positioned to explore the city of Sydney. Restaurants, theaters, a great range of shops and nightclubs are within easy walking distance.

Ibis Hotel Darling Harbor

Set in the heart of Sydney's tourist district, with many of the hotel's 256 rooms offering spectacular views of Darling Harbor. Star City casino, Sydney Aquarium, Maritime Museum and the Powerhouse Museum are all within walking distance. The hotel features internet access, a restaurant, bar and easy access to the monorail or light rail lines.

Novotel Century

A contemporary hotel ideally located overlooking Darling Harbor, within a few minutes walk of the central business district, and adjacent to the Sydney Entertainment centre. There is pedestrian access to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, and all of the restaurants, shops and attractions of Darling Harbor and Cockle Bay. The adjoining Pumphouse Bar, is a clever fusion of classic with contemporary.
 

Novotel Sydney Darling Harbor

Centrally located in the heart of Darling Harbor, the Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbor is one of Sydney's most popular 4.5 star hotels. Refurbished 05/06 the hotel is adjacent to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Harborside Shopping Centre and surrounded by Sydney's premier entertainment venues, including the Sydney Aquarium, Australian Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Star City Casino, and the Sydney Entertainment Centre. Monorail and Light Rail connections to the city CBD are right at the door.
 

Old Sydney Holiday Inn

A unique blend of international elegance and old-world charm nestled in the heart of the Rocks. A Harborside village of quaint cottages and bond stores nestled against Sydney's famous Harbor Bridge and just a short stroll from the world-acclaimed Sydney Opera House.
 

Quay Grand Suites Sydney

Set majestically on the eastern shore of Circular Quay, Quay Grand Suites Sydney is located with spectacular views of Sydney's famous harbor and Harbor Bridge, the Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens, and city skyline.

 Quay West Suites Sydney

Superbly situated in the historic Rocks area, overlooking the harbor, Opera House, Harbor Bridge and Sydney's dramatic cityscape. This beautifully appointed hotel is within easy walking distance of major tourist attractions, transport services, shopping and the Central Business District.

Swiss Grand Hotel Bondi Beach

Overlooking Australia's most famous stretch of sand and surf, It is your ideal escape to a luxurious holiday in Bondi Beach. Located in the waterfront, just 15 minutes from the heart of Sydney. There are many restaurants and bars in this area. The hotel is a 15-minute bus ride to the city, or a 10-minute ride by train.
 

Hunter Valley

This thriving wine producing and tourist region is located around 2 hours drive north of Sydney. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Brokenback Range, the Hunter Region is split into the Upper and Lower Hunter with most of the accessible wineries and tourist developments situated in the Lower Hunter region. This area has paved the way for Australian wine tourism with a good selection of accommodations, cellar doors and restaurants.

Hunter Valley wines are truly world class and many of the names here will be familiar to wine drinkers throughout the World. In just the few square miles of the Lower Hunter you are able to try and tour a multitude of wineries including some famous names such as Brokenwood, Lindemans, McGuigan, Drayton, Rothbury Estate, Tempus Two and Wyndham Estate. Besides wineries you'll find arts & crafts, gift shops and galleries. It's a mecca for shoppers in a wine lovers paradise.

Hunter Resort

4 star accommodation and world-class service at the Hunter Resort Country Estate. Surrounded by the countryside and the Brokenback Ranges,

Peppers Guest House

Nestled in the heart of NSW's Hunter Valley wine country, Peppers Guest House is one of the Hunter Valley's best loved retreats, offering a stylish accommodation base for exploring the region.

Blue Mountains National Park

Only 90 minutes from Sydney, more than three million people visit this park yearly. For many, it's enough just to find a lookout and gaze across the park's chiselled sandstone outcrops and hazy blue forests. Others walk or cycle along the cliff-tops and in the valleys, following paths that were created for Victorian-era honeymooners, or discovered by Aboriginal hunters many thousands of years ago. Over 140 km of walking tracks of all grades... a bushwalker's paradise.

This park, which is part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, protects an unusually diverse range of vegetation communities. There are rare and ancient plants and isolated animal populations tucked away in its deep gorges.

Lodging: Grand Mercure Hotel Hydro Majestic

Grand Mercure Hotel Hydro Majestic

Sitting proudly at the edge of the escarpment, the hotel commands breathtaking views of both the Megalong Valley and Kanimbla Ranges.

Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa

Nestled on the edge of the magnificent Jamison Valley, overlooking world heritage listed wilderness, the resort is a renowned haven of relaxation. Set amidst two acres of English style gardens, the property is just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.

Doherty Leura Gardens Resort

A 4 star elegantly appointed property offering warm country hospitality in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Set amidst four and a half acres of landscaped gardens and overlooking the 4th fairway of Leura Golf Club, the resort offers a relaxing and memorable location for any function.
 

Novotel Pacific Bay Resort, Coffs Harbor

Situated on Charlesworth Bay Beach, Novotel Pacific Bay Resort is only 3 kilometers from the city centre of Coffs Harbor. The property is in the close vicinity of Dorrigo World Heritage Park, Big Banana Park, Coffs Harbor Botanic Gardens and Coffs Indoor Stadium. You can enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding and experience the cool breeze from the nearby ocean.
 

Kidman Wayside Inn, Griffith

Situated on the Kidman Way in Griffith, the Fruit Bowl of Australia. This magnificent Homestead property features rambling period verandahs, landscaped gardens and one of Griffith's finest restaurants.