Tour Information

Unlock the best of Australia’s rugged Outback landscape with a unique 6-day luxury getaway, exclusively crafted for just 8 travellers. Discover exquisite regional cuisine and wine at some extraordinary restaurants and wineries throughout New South Wales’ expansive terrain – all while enjoying outstanding hospitality from local pubs and hotels. In this small group outback tour, you’ll be guided by an experienced professional in air-conditioned comfort as they unveil hidden gems snuggled away beyond Sydney; take advantage of convenient pickup points to maximise your time! All meals plus entry fees are included so there won’t be any surprises along the way–just unforgettable memories.

Enjoy the ultimate Australian luxury escape experience with a small group of 8 like-minded guests

Taste delicious regional wine and cuisine in amazing restaurants and wineries
Be welcomed by warm country hospitality at Outback Stations, Pubs, and Hotels
Explore incredible Outback New South Wales on this 6 day iconic tour from Sydney
Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a highly qualified and knowledgeable guide
Receive all meals, entry fees, activities range of pick up points for convenience

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Itinerary

Day 1:

A guide will meet the guests in Sydney for an early morning start.
The journey will take them north across the Sydney Harbour Bridge to Richmond, then along Bells Line of Road through Bilpin and Lithgow before arriving at Millthorpe.
Lunch is provided at Tonic Restaurant which has been awarded a chefs hat by the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide.
After lunch, guests can explore Millthorpe’s tiny boutiques and local arts & crafts stores before continuing to Orange where they’ll check into Byng Street Boutique Hotel located within a restored historic building with charm & luxury.
Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant in Orange showcasing local produce and wines.

Day 2:

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before embarking on an exciting food and wine tour of the local area.
Start off with a 1 hour tasting at Colmar Estate Wines, where you can learn about the unique process of growing wines at 1000 metres above sea level.
Lunch is served at Ross Hill Wines, with scenic views from The Pantry and local produce accompanied by wines.
Travel along Banjo Patterson Way to Dubbo in the afternoon, checking into The Cattlemans Motor Inn – close to restaurants and pubs for dinner tonight at Old Bank Bar & Restaurant.

Day3:

This morning, guests will be taken on an immersive tour of the Royal Flying Doctor Service to view the live Operations Room and tarmac.
After that, they will visit Saddler and Co., a local leather producer with timeless designs for unique handcrafted goods beofre enjoying a local lunch.
Later in the day, we make our way to Callubri Station – one of Australia’s most unique farm stay venues set across 28 000 acres steeped in family history since 1878.
Guests are accommodated in Sky Suites offering luxurious furnishings including Executive Supreme Pillow Top beds and ensuite bathrooms with heated towel rails.
In the evening, enjoy a chef prepared outback dinner followed by relaxation around an open fire pit under 1 million stars before heading back to cosy into their comfy beds for a good night’s sleep!

Day 4:

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast to the sounds of the Outback.
Take a tour of Callubri Station with its owners, exploring native wildlife and rugged terrain.
Enjoy Ploughmans Style lunch back at station before spending the afternoon relaxing or exploring further on foot.
Travel to another part of this 28000 acre property for sundowners as the sun sets over Western Plains.
Treat yourself to an epic 4 course dinner in a rustic wool shed, complete with chef prepared meals and matching wines under 1 million stars around the fire pit afterwards.

Day 5:

Wake up to a beautiful outback sunrise and enjoy breakfast before departing Callubri Station for Mudgee.
Along the way, make stops for coffee and lunch at an iconic Australian Pub.
Arrive in Mudgee mid-afternoon and visit Logan Wines’ stunning cellar door overlooking Logans Vineyard; sample some of their unique boutique wines such as Tempranillo and Pinot Gris.
Check into The Perry Street Hotel, located close to the main street cafes in the 19th century building which has been restored from its original use as a Mechanical Garage.
Enjoy dinner at The Oriental Hotel – established 1876 – with pre-dinner drinks in their Gin Bar followed by freshly cooked local fare from Ori Kitchen.

Day 6:

Your guide will meet you at 10am for a day trip to Mudgee, where you’ll explore the main street and visit Robert Stein Winery.
At Robert Stein Winery, enjoy a private tasting of their range of reds and whites made from local fruits.
Afterward, have lunch at the Zin House located amongst the vines at Lowe Family Wines. After lunch, your guide will return you to Sydney, arriving by 6pm.

FAQ

What is included in the Australian Luxury Escape tour?

This luxury escape tour includes a comprehensive tour of Outback New South Wales led by highly qualified and knowledgeable guide, travel in luxury air-conditioned vehicles, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily including a formal dinner onsite at Callubri Station and lunch at Tonic Restaurant in Millthorpe. All entry fees and activities included in the itinerary, pick up and drop off from a designated location (arrangements can be made for different pick up locations), 1 night accommodation at Byng Street Boutique Hotel Orange, 1 night accommodation at Cattleman’s Country Motor Inn Dubbo, 2 nights accommodation at Callubri Station Nyngan and 1 night accommodation at Perry Street Hotel Mudgee. Alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages (apart from wine tastings) are not included in the tour. Travel insurance is highly recommended but not included. Additional activities not mentioned are excluded from the tour as well as gratuities souvenirs & snacks

How long is the tour and what are the pick up/drop off times?

The Australian luxury tour is 6 days long. Pick up is at 7am on Day 1 from the Harrington Street entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney and drop off is at 6pm on Day 6, also at the Harrington Street entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney. Alternative arrangements can be made for additional pick-up locations including home address pickups.

Are meals included in this tour?

Yes, meals are included in this Australian Luxury Escape tour.

Where will I stay during my trip to Australia?

During your trip to Australia, you will be staying in some of the most luxurious and comfortable hotels and accommodations.

Is travel insurance required for this vacation tour?

Although not required, travel insurance is highly recommended for this luxury escape deal. This is to provide coverage in case of any unexpected circumstances such as trip cancellation, medical emergencies or lost luggage. It’s best to check with your insurance company for more details on what kind of coverage is offered and the terms and conditions that apply. Having travel insurance can give you financial protection if something goes wrong while on vacation.

Testimonials

Kimberly K

2023-01-07

A highlight of our trip! Our private tour to Featherdale and the Blue Mountains was an absolute highlight of our trip. First of all, I was skeptical that Featherdale would be of interest to our group of 9 with 5 teens/young adults. The website makes it seem like a petting zoo. I was pleasantly surprised- we loved seeing all of the kangaroos, koalas, wombats, birds, croc etc! The kids said that they could have stayed at Featherdale all day ;-)Our guide, Scott, was fantastic! He modified the schedule due to a later arrival in Sydney- making recommendations on what would be best for the group while ensuring we were back on time. He provided such amazing service - going above and beyond to help us move our luggage to the right hotel. Scott also showed us the best spots for photos at various stops in the beautiful Blue Mountains! I highly recommend Scott and Australian Luxury Escapes!

Trav3ll3rsm8

2022-10-01

Superb day out!! Superb day out, Matt our guide was incredible, by far the best guide we have had during our time in Australia!! His knowledge, friendliness and professionalism makes the day. The vehicle was clean and modern and the lunch was excellent. The timings and locations are superb as you miss the crowds.Thanks for a great day ourt Matt.

Belinda M

2022-09-30

An exploration of The Daintree This was a day our family won't forget! We had a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide who was brilliant with our girls.

Louise F

2022-07-15

Amazing customer service I enquired about new flights the other day and Fraser really helped me with looking at different options for Bali and Thailand. He was very friendly and made my phone call very easy!

Steve H

2022-07-07

Blue mountain and Sydney touring. We hired grant and his team to provide private transportation and touring From the time that arrived in Sydney, grant and his team provided top notch service. Given the age difference or our children, this was no easy task….particularly considering the weather on our Sydney tour date. If you desire a knowledgeable guide, who flex’s with your interests, grant and his team are the perfect choice. After learning our interests, he gave us advice for our own walking tour. His advice was perfect, and we had a great time.

Erin Galvin

2022-03-20

Highly recommend this tour company for anyone traveling to Australia for highly curated experiences! I just returned from traveling to Australia from the US for the first time. Australia has just recently re-opened its borders to international travelers after almost 2 years. Australian Luxury Escapes was able to arrange (2) tours for me with very short notice and I had a great experience on both days! I spoke with one of the owners, Elise, on the phone prior to traveling and she was tremendously helpful in explaining their offerings and what the tours would entail as well as answering other questions about traveling to Australia which was so helpful! I wanted to maximize my time in Sydney when I first arrived which I was able to do in the "Private Essential Sydney Tour". The tour guide was tremendously knowledgable about Sydney having grown up there and was able to accomplish all of the main sights in a half day tour. Doing the tour by vehicle + walking for certain parts allowed us to cover the whole city but also get a closer look at areas of interest. Both vehicles I traveled in felt brand new and were completely clean and comfortable. They offered bottled water and hand sanitizer for use during the tour and a great lunch was included in both tour prices. At the end of the tour, the guide gave me some tips on how I could spend the rest of my day which was great. The second tour I did was the "Private Blue Mountains High Country Day Trip from Sydney" which was also amazing. After a few days in Sydney, it felt great to get out of the city and see more of the beautiful landscape and nature of the national parks region. The area is expansive and would be difficult to cover on your own, especially if you haven't been to the region before. I was able to do this tour with one of the owners, Grant, who has a great knowledge of the region, its history and which locations offer the best views and photo ops! Part of this tour included a trip to a wildlife center which was nice to be able to see animals unique to Australia that you're not going to find just being in Sydney. The center was really well maintained and the staff we encountered were all very friendly. This tour also included a great lunch at the "Boiler House Restaurant" which had great food and amazing views. We did a quick tour of the Hydro Majestic hotel right after lunch which is a true step back in time. I highly recommend this company to anyone traveling to Australia. They have a wide range of unique and curated offerings and both tours made my time in Sydney very well spent! I will definitely use them again in the future and refer family and friends their way.

Judy

2021-08-28

Amazing Tour to the Tip of Australia. We traveled from Cairns to Cape York on an 8 Day 4WD small group tour operated by Australian Luxury Escapes!!What a ride. Fantastic from go to whoa. A very comfortable 5.6lt V8 Nissan Patrol which certainly helped going over the corrugations!! The tour was for 6 pax, thankfully we were 5 which meant only 1 pax had to sit in the “Dickie” seat. It would’ve been tough for 2 to share. We traveled to Cooktown after visiting the Daintree River and cruise, (unfortunately the Bloomfield Track was closed), then to Coen, Lockhart River, Weipa, Punsand Bay, and The Tip. We left our Tour Guide, Alan, at Seisia where we ferried to Thursday Island and Horn Island to fly back to Cairns. Alan was extremely knowledgeable which meant we learned a lot about the areas we visited. A good driver and a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend.

Helen Clarke

2021-01-10

Amazing tour Our tour with Rick was amazing into the Daintree. His knowledge us second to none, the tour was fantastic with some much information. Lunch was out of this world and we got to see a casawarri up close. Thankyou so much!

Kristen B

2020-12-16

Daintree Wanderer Tour A great day trip out to the beautiful Daintree. Ricky was our guide and he was very knowledgeable, entertaining and a great tour guide! I can highly recommend this tour.

Caitlin G

2020-10-21

What a fantastic experience! We did the Daintree Wanderer Tour, with Australian Luxury Escapes and it was just fantastic. Our guide Rick was just what you hope for- friendly, knowledgeable, took off beaten track, engaged our children and ensured our day was full and varied. We were lucky enough to see 3 crocs swimming in the river, as well as a Cassowary casually strolling by as we ate our home made morning tea Rick brought along with him.Rick was filled with facts and titbits of info which we loved. The beaches are fabulous and the Rainforest felt rich and thriving which is great to see. We got brilliant service and I couldn’t recommend Rick and this tour more to anyone wanting a personalised and unique tour experience.

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