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Discover the stunning landscapes of the Southern Highlands and the nation’s capital, Canberra, on a day trip from Sydney. Enjoy a scenic drive and explore the city’s unique setting.

Highlights

• Enjoy a scenic drive through the Southern Highlands and spot wild kangaroos
• Discover unique setting, character, and symbolism of Canberra from Mount Ainsley
• Choose to visit war memorial, national gallery, museum or science centre
• Explore the Australia Parliament on guided tour
• Stop for brief refreshment at one of the Australia's Bigs, the Big Merino

Description

Depart Sydney early in the morning and head southwest for a scenic drive through the Southern Highlands. Pass several townships and pastures, keeping an eye on the grassy inclines to spot wild kangaroos or wallabies. After a brief refreshment break, continue towards the New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory border. Founded following the federation of the colonies as the seat of government for the new nation, Canberra has a unique purpose, setting, character, and symbolism. Shaped around a man-made lake, surrounded by the bush, and set in an amphitheater of hills, the nation’s capital is an exciting meeting point of world-class art, museums, politics, and diplomacy.

Includes

Private luxury transportation, Wi-fi connection Complimentary pickup at CBD (downtown) hotels Live commentary by professional driver guide (member of IATG) in EN / CZ / GE Bottled water and small refreshment on board Guided Tour of the Australian Parliament House

Important Information

• The tour departs early in the morning from Sydney The drive to Canberra takes approximately three hours

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund