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Sydney to Blue Mountains to Orange

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Open leg route

305.3KM / 189.7MI (Est. travel time 4 hours)

Orange has become a fully fledged gourmet destination, known for its cool climate wineries, chic bars and produce shops.

This itinerary takes the scenic route over the stunning Blue Mountains to Orange, offering a couple of packed day with treats for your tastebuds. Along the way there are plenty of opportunities to stop for bushwalks, visit spectacular limestone caves and, of course, savour fine food.

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Drive – 101KM

Follow the scenic clifftop drive to Katoomba.

Bakery Patisserie Schwarz

Conservation Hut

Wentworth Falls

Wentworth Falls located in the Blue Mountains National Park is a spectacular waterfall with magnificent views. One of the most picturesque falls in the mountains,

The Three Sisters is an iconic formation that you must see at least once in your lifetime.

Furber Steps-Scenic Railway Walking Track

Head to the Blue Mountains National Park and take on the Furber Steps-Scenic Railway Walking Track. Descend down the steep Furber Steps.

Don't be afraid to work up an appetite, the Blue Mountains is packed with good places for the hungry.

Try Vesta in Blackheath, which serves up comfort food classics such as slow cooked lamb that falls apart on your fork.

Just over an hour's drive from Katoomba lies one of the area's most spectacular sites, the Jenolan Caves.

You can enjoy a leisurely lunch, at the Caves Cafe, which has recently been completely renovated! The new cafe features light meals, snacks and drinks.

Jenolan Caves House

Chisolm's Restaurant

Chisholm's is perfect for a family get-together, romantic dinner or special occasion - even a wedding!

Jenolan Caves is regarded as one of Australia's most spectacular cave systems. Jenolan is among the finest and oldest cave systems in the world.

Australia's oldest settlement, Bathurst, with its Victorian buildings lining the town's streets has some enticing options for lunch.

Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

One man's passion has become Bathurst's greatest treasure. The Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum is situated in the heart of Bathurst.

The Oxford Hotel

Church Bar & Woodfired Pizza

NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park

NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park is located less than three hours drive from Sydney and a perfect base to explore the central west.

With full tummies, it's two hours to the town of Orange, which enchants visitors with its heritage buildings and vibrant food and wine scene

Racine Bakery is the baby of Racine Restaurant and was started in April 2012 with a small range of organic bread.

The Union Bank Orange

The Union Bank was built in 1857. Almost as old as Orange itself it has always been a place where people meet.

The Agrestic Grocer

The Agrestic Grocer provides a unique shopping and dining experience.

No trip to Orange would be complete without a visit to Jumbled, a vibrant and bustling concept store of home, fashion and coffee.

Lolli Redini Restaurant

Ross Hill Wines Daily Complimentary Tour

Philip Shaw Wines

Philip Shaw wines express the ideal qualities of this region. Made without compromise the range shows pure varietal characters with bright fruit flavour.

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