Australia by Car

If you are searching to holiday in an unspoilt environment, while gaining a genuine nature experience, then a visit to Kangaroo Valley is in order! The valley is located just two hours from both Sydney and Canberra, making it the ideal destination for a weekend escape from the crowds.

Kangaroo Valley is home to some of Australia’s most unique wildlife, plants and ancient geology. Enclosed in high sandstone escarpments and nestled on the banks of the Kangaroo River, this region is the perfect place to get back in touch with nature, relax and unwind.

When you visit the Kangaroo Valley Region, you simply can’t go past the State Scenic Tourist Drives. Take the journey from Albion Park to Bomaderry and then from Bomaderry to Berry. Enjoy the waterfalls lookouts, national parks and historic walks and buildings, which can all be taken in from the comfort of your very own car rental.

These scenic routes will take you past the Pioneer Museum Park, which is a historical settlement that depicts the late half of the 19th and the early half of the 20th century. Yarrawa Estate is another of the many attractions that will catch your eye. Pay a visit to this boutique vineyard where you can sample some of the region’s finest, award-winning wine.

Another drawing card of the area is the Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival, which is held annually in September. The event is host to Australian and International folk performers, featuring musicians, buskers, dancers, poets and folk dancers. This is a must-do if you are in the area at the time, as it will give you a sense of the culture that is so prominent in this area.

When staying in Kangaroo Valley, you may wish to spoil yourself and spend the weekend at the local Spa Retreat. Let the locals pamper you and take care of your every need as you experience the wildlife corridors, pastoral land and native forests that make this area so unique.

The town of Westbury is one of the many historical highlights of Tasmania. Located on the Bass Highway, just 34 kilometres from Launceston and 64 kilometres from Davenport, Westbury is the perfect place to base yourself for exploration of these two amazing cities, as well as the Tamar Wineries, Cradle Mountain and Mole Creek Caves.

The town enjoys an English feel and some may say that time has stood still since its founding in the 1820’s. Its location in the northern regions of Tasmania allows it to enjoy stunning surrounding scenery and the very streets of Westbury itself are also a sight to behold. The tree-lined streets, old courtyards and stables and elegant old inns capture the very essence of the town’s history and make for interesting strolls through the town centre.

While visiting the town of Westbury there are many attractions that are sure to grab your eye’s attention. A visit to “The White House” will take you back in time as you explore the historical buildings that are set within a magnificent courtyard. The buildings are home to antique English oak furniture, china and paintings which take you back in time to the early days of England. Make a visit to Pearns Steam World where you will find over 100 steam engines, the largest collection in Australia. Or get yourself lost in the Westbury Maze and discover your true sense of direction.

Most people choose to stay at the Westbury Gingerbread Cottages while in town. These individual colonial cottages are replicas of old English cottages and they will make your stay in Westbury a very pleasant one!

The easiest way to get to or explore Westbury is by car. Car hire will take care of all your needs, which will take all the hassle out of planning your next trip to Westbury!