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Southern Highlands to the South Coast Road Trip

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Open leg route
210.0KM / 130.5MI (Est. travel time 3 hours)
Fast chargers available along the route

Linking Australia’s best-preserved Georgian town with its oldest rail tunnels, this U-shaped road trip takes you back in time.

From the state’s highlands to its coastline you'll be charmed by historic attractions then catapulted to the present day with forward-thinking wining, dining and touring.

This epic drive is a chance to disconnect from daily life, and reconnect with family or friends while recharging in nature. You’ll be happy to know that that your EV can follow suit, with plenty of places to plug in along the route to stay charged. This not only makes your journey affordable, but also sustainable and stress-free – all you need to worry about is where to linger for endless views, memorable meals and thrilling adventures.

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Day 1: Picton
The drive southwest from Sydney to Picton is only 85km, but arriving here is like stepping back in time. This histori...
Picton Botanic Gardens
Take a relaxing break in these picturesque surrounding with many walking tracks and cycling trails.
George IV Inn Picton
This historic pub on the south-western edge of Sydney holds a special place in their hearts. Built in 1835, it is one of Australia’s oldest
Mowbray Park FarmStay
Mowbray Park Farmstay, a family owned working farm, is the closest Farm Stay property to Sydney. It is located 60 minutes south of Sydney Airport.
Drive – 7KM
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Day 1: Thirlmere
On your way out of Picton veer north to Warragamba Dam, a gargantuan heritage-listed structure that creates the prima...
Warragamba Dam
Warragamba Dam is the largest concrete dam in Australia and one of the largest domestic water supply dams in the world.
Cedar Creek Orchard
Cedar Creek Orchard is a forth generation family Orchard who grow peach, nectarine, apple and persimmons.
NSW Rail Museum
Venture back in time with Australia’s largest collection of heritage rolling stock and a diverse range of interactive exhibits.
Thirlmere Lakes National Park
Thirlmere Lakes National Park, with its five freshwater lakes, is full of locomotive history and is perfect for enjoying picnics and barbecues, walking and birdwatching
Drive – 52KM
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Day 1: Berrima
Your final destination for the day is Berrima, a 45min drive south in the Southern Highlands. This is Australia’s bes...
Surveyor General Inn
A visit to Berrima is not complete without a visit to the Surveyor General Inn and the Bistro 1834.
Bendooley Estate
Once a hayshed, the iconic Book Barn forms the centrepiece of the historic Bendooley Estate.
Eden Brewery
They are a small, hand crafted, independent brewery with cellar door, creating a wide range of fresh and unique beers.
PepperGreen Estate
PepperGreen Estate is located in the premium cool-climate wine region of Southern Highlands, New South Wales, Australia.
Berrima District Museum
The Berrima District Historical Society Museum is housed in an historic weatherboard cottage. The museum's collection includes an array of artefacts from the Southern Highlands.
Drive – 9KM
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Day 2: Bowral
It’s just a 10min drive to neighbouring Bowral, the largest town in the Southern Highlands and a place that unites co...
Tractorless Vineyard
Tractorless Vineyard combines old world knowledge with new world sustainable techniques to create exceptional cool climate wines in the Southern Highlands, NSW.
Corbett Gardens
One of the region's oldest and most beautiful parks. The centrepiece of the Spring Garden Festival with over 75,000 massed tulips and 15,000 annuals.
Bradman Museum and International Cricket Hall of Fame
The Bradman Museum houses state-of-the-art interactive experiences and a museum collection of national significance to suit everyone's interests.
Centennial Vineyards
Centennial Vineyards is about cool climate grape growing and winemaking. The vines ripen with lower temperatures than most Australian wine regions. Because the climate is
Drive – 40KM
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Day 2: Kangaroo Valley
You can drive directly to the Kangaroo Valley – a small town shrouded in rainforest – in 40min. But the ideal route h...
Valley Outdoors
Valley Outdoors offers a range of accessible, inclusive adventures in the natural world, including canoeing, abseiling, hiking and camping.
Wild Food Adventures
Wild Food Adventures creates signature experiences and operates day tours of the Southern Highlands and Kangaroo Valley from Sydney and Canberra.
St Maur Wines
Take a scenic drive out to Exeter in the NSW Southern Highlands and find the charming converted old dairy, now cellar door of St Maur
Fitzroy Falls
Fitzroy Falls offers a spectacular national park experience. In addition to magnificent waterfalls, it is a great place to experience a lyrebird singing along one
The Hampden Bridge Experience
Hampden Bridge is a wonderful attraction in Kangaroo Valley, just 2.5 hours from Sydney or Canberra between the South Coast and Southern Highlands.
Birch Restaurant
The Birch menu is produce and technique driven. It is an innovative and contemporary modern Australian menu that is created and crafted to reflect time
Drive – 19KM
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Day 3: Berry
Driving east from the Kangaroo Valley to Berry, your backdrop is the Cambewarra Range and Budderoo National Park. You...
Bundanon
Bundanon is many things. An art museum embedded in the landscape. A wildlife sanctuary set on 1000 hectares. A gift to the Australian people.
Crooked River Wines
There’s a lot to love about the family-owned and -operated Crooked River Wines, located just off the Princes Highway in coastal Gerringong.
Surf Camp Australia
Surf Camp Australia is Australia's original provider of overnight learn to surf camps and operating since 1999.
Silos Estate
Set within a 40 acre property, The Silos Estate vineyard covers five hectares with seven grape varieties - Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet
The Treat Factory
The Treat Factory is one of the largest gourmet food outlets on the South Coast of New South Wales.
Berry Donut Van
After 55 years, The Famous Berry Donut Van is known for the freshness and quality of their delicious cinnamon donuts.
Drive – 23KM
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Day 4: Kiama
Before you reach the Kiama coast, make your way to Saddleback Mountain Lookout to enjoy some perspective of the count...
Old Fire Station Community Arts Centre
The Old Fire Station is a community gallery manged by Kiama Council, new exhibitions run each week, Friday to Wednesday.
The Hungry Monkey
Enjoy hand-crafted burgers and healthy meals from locally sourced ingredients.
HARS Aviation Museum (Historical Aircraft Restoration Society)
HARS is located at Shellharbour Airport, which just over one hours drive south of Sydney, providing access to many aircraft and restorations in progress.
Kiama Coast Walk
The spectacular 20 kilometre Kiama Coast Walk hugs the edge of the continent as it guides you from Minnamurra River in the north.
Saddleback Mountain Lookout
Kiama's glorious Saddleback Mountain offers a photographers dream, with the elevated Saddleback Mountain Lookout.
Historic Dry Stone Walls Kiama
Stone walls are evident throughout the area, many constructed more than a century ago as paddocks were cleared for cropping and stock agistment.
Drive – 60KM
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Day 4: Sea Cliff Bridge
Leaving the airport behind, follow the road around the west bank of Lake Illawarra, a popular nesting spot for myriad...
Headlands Austinmer Beach
Located in Austinmer, on the picturesque shores of southern New South Wales, Headlands boasts uninterrupted, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
Sea Cliff Bridge
The 665 metre Sea Cliff Bridge is a highlight along the Grand Pacific Drive. The bridge has become an icon to the people of Wollongong.
Symbio Wildlife Park
Set amongst 16 acres of manicured gardens, complete with a huge splash park, adventure playground and an abundance of picnic areas.
Illawarra Museum Wollongong
Embark on a historical journey, where the captivating past of the region and the lives of its early settlers come to life.
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