A NSW road trip is the perfect way to enjoy all the things to do and see in the wonderfully diverse NSW, from the beautiful beaches and spectacular national parks to historic towns, delicious wine regions, dazzling snowfields and the incredible outback.

Our trip and itinerary planner lets you explore NSW’s great touring routes on an interactive map, delivering wonderful options right to the fingertips. Discover food and wine trails, coastal drives, nature tours, outback adventures and much more.

A great drive to do any time of the year, this itinerary takes you from the heart of Australia’s food bowl to the exhilarating alpine wilderness of the Snowy Mountains.

Start by enjoying elegant wines, fresh produce and festivals celebrating a rich food and wine culture in the beautiful Riverina region. 

Just beyond you will find the beautiful Snowy Valleys, where you can enjoy great skiing and snowboarding in the cooler months or bushwalk, mountain bike and horseride through wildflowers during the warmer months.

Covering nearly 950kms of spectacular landscape and history through Outback NSW, the Darling River Run follows the course of the Darling from Walgett to Wentworth, a journey rich with indigenous history and the memories of Australia’s pioneering days.

Explore heritage trails and museums and enjoy quality fishing on the beautiful Darling River, where you will find ancient man-made fish traps. From rock art and incredible wildlife to historic landmarks, you’ll find plenty of things to see and do.

Drive through lush rainforest and woodland to enjoy the lofty lookout platforms at Ebor Falls, unpack a picnic at the dramatic Dangar Falls or see waters cascade an incredible 220m at Wollomombi Falls.

This is a spectacular area to explore World Heritage national parks, marvel at Australia’s second-highest waterfall, and also enjoy wine tasting at cool-climate wineries.

Central NSW is a gateway to this breathtaking part of the country. Journey to Broken Hill in Outback NSW, and discover a friendly city of palatial federation heritage, fine restaurants and cafes, and amazing art galleries.

From Broken Hill you can choose your own adventure. Head north to Corner Country, an area of dramatic beauty, fascinating history and spectacular driving trails.

Start in the lush pastoral area of Canberra and follow the road as it winds its way through beautiful alpine forests and high-country rich with historical significance. Alpine Way takes you to the heart of the high country.

Discover an adventure wonderland in the magnificent NSW Snowy Mountains, from walking Australia’s highest peak and fly fishing in pristine waters, to skiing and snowboarding in the colder months.

These drives cover World Heritage rainforest in several national parks, including Nightcap National Park, Border Ranges National Park, Tooloom National Park, Wollumbin National Park and Mebbin National Park.

From the acclaimed natural beauty of the Byron Bay hinterland to World Heritage rainforest and spectacular national parks of the Lismore region, you’ll travel through verdant valleys, surrounded by farms growing delicious produce, where you can enjoy spectacular lookouts, exhilarating walks and delightful waterfalls.

Discover wonderful experiences and spectacular natural beauty in The Murray, named after the mighty Murray River winding through the region. This iconic river flows from the pristine Snowy Mountains down to Albury and joins the Darling River in Wentworth, in far south-western NSW, and then winds to the Southern Ocean.

Discover NSW at your own pace on the Legendary Pacific Coast Drive. You’ll see spectacular scenery along the way, from rolling green hinterland, dotted with macadamia farms and banana plantations, to rugged national parks and great surf beaches.

The Central Coast and Port Stephens regions are known for wonderful beaches and beautiful sheltered bays, perfect for families as well as swimming, snorkelling and kayaking. The ocean beaches here are sublime and great for surfing and beach walks.

The breathtaking Katoomba area lies at the heart of the Blue Mountain's natural wonders. This area is also an ideal base for experiencing the region’s adventure activities. Stop at Katoomba for Scenic World’s railway, cable car, skyway and walkway for views of the famous Three Sisters rock formation.