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    History and culture

    Explore museums and art galleries

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    Wine and dine

    Visit the lush vineyards of Hunter Valley

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    Sun and surf

    Go surfing or diving around the reefs

    Stunning coastline, breathtaking landscapes and captivating cities

    New South Wales is found on the east coast of Australia, boasting the beautiful city of Sydney at its heart. Called the Premier State, it is also the oldest, having been colonised in 1788 when Britain first established the area as a penal colony.

    It has since blossomed to become one of the most beautiful and diverse regions in the country. Some of the best surf beaches in the world and coral reefs border a chain of dramatic mountains, such as the famous Blue Mountains and appropriately named ‘Snowies’, which in turn give way to an agricultural expanse that dries out into the sun-baked sand dunes of the outback.

    There’s also the lush vineyards of Hunter Valley, home to some of the oldest and most celebrated wine producers in Australia, a coastline dotted with laid back towns such as Byron Bay and Coffs Harbour, and a range of national parks encompassing rainforests, ski slopes, desert islands, Aboriginal cultural sites, deserts and islands.

    Highlights

    Go wine tasting in the lush Hunter Valley

    Chase down the excellent surf on Byron Bay coastline

    Spend some time exploring Coffs Harbour

    New South Wales is a must visit when in Australia. Step away from its vibrant capital, Sydney, and you will be greeted by incredible areas, including the laid-back beaches of Jervis Bay and Bouddi National Park, or further bliss if you journey north to Byron Bay and Cabarita. Spend your time in the wilderness exploring the Blue Mountains or Southern Highlands, or try some wine in Hunter Valley.

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    Rosanna Convey

    Travel Designer

    Luxury accommodation in New South Wales

    There are many incredible places to stay in New South Wales. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Why book with Jacada?

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    Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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    Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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    Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

    Ready to plan your adventure?

    Whatever you want from your New South Wales tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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    Top End

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    Plan your trip to New South Wales

    Whatever you want from your adventure in New South Wales, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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    When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

    If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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