3-Day Travel Itinerary Around Sydney: Beaches, Vineyards, National Parks, Cronulla.

1 cities | 6 attraction(s) | total distance 69 km

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3-day trip around Sydney: A 3-day itinerary exploring areas around Sydney excluding Sydney CBD and Blue Mountains. Attractions include Manly and Northern Beaches, Hunter Valley, Royal National Park, and Cronulla. Key activities in each area include enjoying beach life at Manly Beach and Shelly Beach, wine tasting and garden tours in Hunter Valley Wine Region, walking and picnicking in Royal National Park, relaxing on Cronulla Beach, and enjoying local cafes. The travel itinerary offers a relaxed and nature-friendly experience.

Day1: Sydney

4 attraction(s) · 22 km

Start your journey by taking a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly Beach. Enjoy the coastal atmosphere or try swimming and surfing in the sea.

Manly Beach

Manly Beach is located to the northeast of Sydney Harbour, with a wharf in the inner harbor and the beach in the outer sea of the South Pacific. Manly Beach is one of the surfing and vacation destinations in New South Wales, with a wide beach about 2.5 kilometers long, accommodating tens of thousands of people to enjoy a leisurely sunbath. Therefore, during holidays and festivals, it is always crowded here.

11 km

Circular Quay

Circular Quay, located in the Sydney area of New South Wales, Australia, is situated between the convenient Langkou and the rocky area, near the northern part of Sydney's central business district in Sydney Bay. As part of the Sydney municipal government area, Circular Quay is a popular tourist destination where families of all sizes can enjoy the holiday season and leave behind happy memories. The quay consists of five small docks where tourists can depart for 28 different destinations. Every day, large numbers of overseas tourists take ferries to famous attractions such as the seaside, Taronga Zoo, Olympic venues, Elizabeth Farm, and the bay. Circular Quay consists of facilities such as seaside promenades, pedestrian shopping centers, parks, restaurants, and cafes, as well as train stations and multiple ferry terminals, making it easy for visitors to get around. The quay's shape is semi-circular, initially called the "Semi-Circular Quay," and later simplified to its current name.

11 km

Shelly Beach

1 km

Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve

Day2:

0 attraction(s) · 0 km

Head to the Hunter Valley wine region for a wine tasting tour, gourmet food, and beautiful vineyard scenery. Explore the Hunter Valley Gardens to enjoy themed gardens and seasonal events. Have fun!

Day3: Sydney

2 attraction(s) · 10 km

Enjoy a tour to Royal National Park and Cronulla. Experience bushwalking and picnicking in Royal National Park, one of the oldest national parks in the world, with breathtaking views along coastal walking trails. Finally, spend some relaxing time at the vibrant beach town of Cronulla Beach, enjoying sandy beaches or exploring beachfront cafes and shops.

Royal National Park

Royal National Park is a famous historical landmark national park in Sydney, its creation can be traced back to 1879. The park, known as "Nasho" or "the Royal" by locals, is the second oldest national park in the world and was listed as a national heritage site in 2006. The landscape here is unique and diverse, with various plants, birds, and animals including rainforests, beaches, and other natural scenery. It is not only suitable for hiking, mountain biking, surfing, picnicking, but also a great place for whale watching. No matter what your interests are, there are unforgettable experiences here.

10 km