Vivid Sydney & Beyond

Arrive into Sydney and make your way to your chosen hotel. Wander through the bustling wonderland of the world’s biggest light, music and ideas festival. Explore the city, discover the mesmerizing lighting sculptures, interactive installations and talented musicians and artists that all gather each year to perform for the eager crowds.

Head over to Sydney’s famous beaches Bondi or Manly, or perhaps visit Taronga Zoo and get up close with the amazing wildlife Australia has to offer, the choice is yours! Take part in an exciting Vivid Harbour BridgeClimb at night and witness the most amazing views of the harbour lit up beneath the stars.

The next few days experience what the Vivid Sydney Festival has to offer at your own pace.

Pick up your car and take a two hour drive to one of Australia’s most popular national parks, the Blue Mountains. Take time to explore the quaint town of Leura or simply take in the beautiful views that surround you.

Today you have the choice to unwind or explore. We recommend a visit to Scenic World where you can take a ride on the famous railway or Skyway, offering some of the best views of the incredible Three Sisters peaks. 

Enjoy a scenic drive as you pass through Wollemi National Parks before reaching Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s famous wine regions.

Time for indulging! With over eighty wineries to choose from, ranging from world-renowned brands to family-run boutiques with tastings aplenty, you’ll be sure to sample a range of delicious local produce. We recommend leaving your car at the hotel and joining a tour so you can relax and make the most of the region’s delicacies. 

Set off on route to your next destination, the enchanted town of Port Stephens, known for the playful dolphins and whales that frolic in the bay. Savour the delicious, fresh seafood that’s caught daily off the shores or enjoy a horse, camel or, for the more thrill-seeking, quad bike ride around some of the biggest sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.

Day at leisure. With countless water activities on offer, take your pick of kayaking, dolphin and whale watching cruises, surfing, diving, fishing – the list goes on! If water activities aren’t for you, there are plenty more on-land activities on offer - hire a bike, follow one of the many walking trails or rent out some golf clubs and hit the driving range for the day.

Leave Port Stephens and return back to the sparkling city of Sydney before your onward journey. 

With the festival still lighting up the city, visit one of the many look-out points to capture the amazing views on offer.

Check out of your accommodation and make your way to the airport. Alternatively, why not speak to one of our Travel Designers about extending your stay in Australia.