8 Day Christmas in Sydney

Departing: Monday 21st December 2026

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Meals: B = Breakfast / L = Lunch / PL = Picnic Lunch / D = Dinner / FD = Feature Dinner

TRAVEL ITINERARY

DAY 1 - HOME to BALLINA    (LD)

Monday 21st December 2026:  Welcome aboard for our Christmas holiday to Sydney. Relax, meet fellow travellers, and enjoy the journey. We stop for lunch before continuing to Ballina for our overnight stay. 

Stay: Ballina Byron Islander Resort

DAY 2 - BALLINA to PORT MACQUARIE     (BLD)

Tuesday 22nd December:  This morning we head south, stopping in Yamba. Continuing through Coffs Harbour, we reach Urunga for lunch at Anchors Wharf Café on the Kalang River. Later, we visit Cassegrain Winery for a tasting before arriving in Port Macquarie to settle into our accommodation. 

Stay: Water's Edge Port Macquarie

DAY 3 - PORT MACQUARIE to SYDNEY     (BD)

Wednesday 23rd December:  After breakfast we follow Ocean Drive along the coast through Lake Cathie to Laurieton, enjoying spectacular scenery. We stop at Moorland Cottage for morning tea—famous for its scones—before continuing to Sydney to settle in for the next four nights. 

Stay: Furama Darling Harbour

DAY 4 - SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE & MARITIME MUSEUM    (BLFD)

Thursday 24th December:  We begin at the iconic Sydney Opera House, home of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, where a guide takes us through this world-renowned architectural masterpiece. After our tour, we enjoy lunch at the Opera Bar. This afternoon, we visit the Australian National Maritime Museum, which explores the nation’s deep ties to the sea through commerce, defence, immigration, exploration, and play. After time at the museum, we return to the hotel to refresh before heading to the Sydney Tower Eye for dinner. At 250 metres above the city, it offers unrivalled 360-degree views of Sydney’s landmarks and beyond. 

Stay: Furama Darling Harbour

DAY 5 - MERRY CHRISTMAS    (BLD)

Friday 25th December:  Merry Christmas! After a leisurely breakfast we board a festive Sydney Harbour lunch cruise, complete with all the trimmings and spectacular views from three decks. This afternoon is at leisure—perhaps enjoy a walk around Darling Harbour—before returning to the hotel to relax ahead of dinner. 

Stay: Furama Darling Harbour

DAY 6 - BLUE MOUNTAINS     (BD)

Saturday 26th December:  Today we head into the Blue Mountains, driving along Cliff Drive to Echo Point for views of the famous Three Sisters. At nearby Scenic World we ride the Scenic Railway—the world’s steepest incline—descending 415m through rainforest. A short boardwalk leads us to the Cableway, before finishing with the Scenic Skyway, gliding 270m above ravines and waterfalls. From here, sweeping views reveal the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, Mount Solitary and the vast Jamison Valley—truly spectacular. We return to Sydney this evening and enjoy dinner at the hotel after a fantastic day. 

Stay: Furama Darling Harbour

DAY 7 - SYDNEY to YAMBA     (BD)

Sunday 27th December:  We farewell Sydney and travel to Yamba, a coastal town known for its relaxed vibe and beautiful beaches. Along the way we pause for lunch before visiting Yamba Lighthouse, offering sweeping coastal views. We then settle into our accommodation for the final night of the tour. 

Stay: Angourie Resort Yamba

DAY 8 - YAMBA to HOME     (B)

Monday 28th December:  After a wonderful Christmas holiday with friends and family, we journey home, stopping for breaks and lunch along the way. We arrive later today with lasting memories of Christmas in Sydney.

* All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in opening times / days and public holidays of some attractions.  We cannot be held responsible for changes due to closures or inclement weather.