Awesome Day Trips Out of Sydney

Whether you are visiting Sydney, or the city is home, there are many amazing day trips that you can do.

These trips will take you away from the hustle and bustle of Sydney city, offering their own unique charms - from winery tours to dolphin spotting. here's a guide to which day trips are our favourites.

It is our aim to encourage you to explore beautiful destinations outside Sydney so that you will have an amazing experience. These trips can be conducted either by yourself (with your own vehicle), or you could join one of the day trips that we offer. It's recommended that take guided day trips if it is your first time here, as you will get the most out of your trip through experienced guides and have nothing else to worry about.

These are the destinations outside of Sydney that are a must-go (in our opinion):

1. Port Stephens
2. Blue Mountains
3. Hunter Valley
4. Jervis Bay
5. Jenolan Caves
6. Canberra 

1) Port Stephens

Where do I start? Beautiful beaches, amazing sand dunes, spectacular national park, and just a lot of great fun - Port Stephens has got it all. There are many activities you can take part in here. This includes dolphin watching, surfing, sand dune adventures (quad bikes, sandboarding etc), and many more. You can definitely spend a few days in Port Stephens but for those who have limited time, there are day trips going from Sydney nearly everyday that will take you to see the best this area has to offer. 

2) Blue Mountains

Fun fact: Blue Mountains is actually a part of Sydney. However, it does take around 2 hours to get there from Sydney CBD. On offer is dramatic forest sceneries with mountainous backdrops, it's a magical place with an abundance of natural beauty. Waterfalls, eucalyptus tree forest, steep cliffs, adorable small villages, and many more can be seen during your visit. For nature lovers out there - this destination is a must! Of course, one of the most Instagrammable locations in the Blue Mountains is the iconic Three Sisters (the unusual rock formation) which is a must-visit stop. Day trips to the Blue Mountains run everyday, with various pick up locations scattered all around Sydney. These trips are a great way to see the best spots in the Blue Mountains. 

Blue Mountains & Wildlife Park Colourful Day Trip (Flexible Fare)

3) Hunter Valley

A glass of wine? WINE NOT! If you love your vino, you will know that Australia is a wine obsessed country. Famously known for its many, yet varied, wine producing regions, Australia is said to be one of the best producers in the world. Different regions have their own grape specialties - Whether it is the Yarra Valley (Melbourne), Barossa Valley (Adelaide), and many more, the little underdog that we often overlook is the Hunter Valley region.

About 3 hours up North from Sydney lies the wine region of Hunter Valley, it is truly a gem. Known for producing Semillon and Shiraz. However, there are many other wine varieties for you to taste. When you visit the Hunter, there are almost too many vineyards to choose from. However, guided day trips are usually the best option for you if you do not know which are the best to visit. They are a a great way to explore the wineries as they will take you to their most recommended vineyards and get you to try Hunter Valley’s best. A big plus is that you won’t be needing to drive! Sip on wine to your heart's content - but of course, do so responsibly (or at least try to).

Hunter Valley Signature Experience Day Trip from Sydney (Flexible)

4) Jervis Bay

Do you want to see one of Australia’s whitest sand beaches? Look no further than Jervis Bay. Escape the city for the day, and go visit this south coast village, it is nothing but dreamy. An activity that is a must-do while in Jervis Bay is Dolphin watching. These intelligent aquatic mammals are there to melt your hearts. If you are interested in taking a day trip to Jervis Bay, you will get a chance to see these beautiful animals and feel the beautiful white sand between your toes all on the same day!

5) Jenolan Caves

Something different? What about visiting spectacular limestone caves, within the Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve in the Central Tablelands region just west of the Blue Mountains. This is definitely one of the most unique destinations where you can go for a day from Sydney. The caves are regarded as Australia’s most outstanding cave system. Said to be roughly 340 million years old, you can take a day trip to the Jenolan Caves, guided trips include national park entry fees and a specialised tour guide that will take you on a fantastic journey through the caves.  

6) Canberra

Australia’s capital city, see where Australia's politics happen! Sometimes it is easy to forget Canberra - but that does not mean it is not a worthy location to visit! Only a short drive away from Sydney, Australia's capital resides in its own territory of ACT (Australian Capital Territory).  Surrounded by the state of NSW, Canberra can be done by taking a day trip that leaves from Sydney and you will be sure to see all of the landmarks of the Aussie capital. Snap a few photos and share it with your family and friends while you are there! Keep an eye out and you might even find the prime minister!