Tourist Drive 33 – when visiting the Hunter Valley take the Scenic Route

Planning a visit to Hunter Valley Wine Country and hoping to take the road less travelled? Why not enjoy a scenic drive on Tourist Drive 33, along the Great North Road or Convict Trail, and through the beautiful NSW countryside. Tourist Drive 33 is the scenic gateway to the spectacular Hunter Valley stretching from the Peats Ridge exit on the M1 near Sydney, to Branxton in the heart of wine country along the historic Great North Road.

The Scenic Drive

Hop off the M1 Motorway and straight away you’ll feel like you’re in the country … enjoy the peace and tranquility.

The Great Outdoors

Get up close and personal with native wildlife at Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park, stop in for a meal or play a round of golf at The Springs.

Boutique Cellar Doors

Enjoy a wine tasting experience at one of the many boutique Hunter Valley vineyards such as Peterson House, Hungerford Hill, Wollombi Valley Wine Trail, or Broke Fordwich Wine Region.

Soak up the History

Drive the Great North Road and learn more about Australia’s colonial history. Step back in time and wander around the historic Wollombi village and Guesthouse Mulla Villa.

Cafes, Restaurants and Local Produce

Stop at a roadside stall for fresh fruit and vegetables and support our farmers. Grab a bite to eat at one of the pubs, cafes or restaurants, including the infamous Wollombi Tavern.

Unique Accommodation

Stay overnight, or even a few days in a range of accommodation options. Luxurious lodges at Noonaweena, budget self-contained accommodation at Wollombi Tavern, historic B&B room at Mulla Villa, or an eco-cabin at Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park.

WHAT’S ON ALONG TOURIST DRIVE 33

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Tourist Drive 33, Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park

EXPERIENCES

Food and wine, adventure activities, nature and wildlife, walking and cycling, festivals and shopping, history and culture. Journey along Tourist Drive 33 – the road less travelled.

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ACCOMMODATION

Self-contained cottages, bed & breakfast with country hospitality, luxury guesthouses, hotel and motel accommodation, camping and caravan park accommodation.

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FOOD & WINE

Farmgate sales, fruit stalls selling delicious seasonal fruit and veg, cafes and restaurants, country pub meals, wine tasting at boutique cellar doors, and a brewery.

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Tourist Drive 33 is the spectacular scenic gateway into the lower Hunter Valley, following the historic convict trail, The Great North Road, stretching from the Peats Ridge exit on the Pacific Motorway to the township of Branxton in the heart of wine country

Originally linking Sydney to the fertile soils of the Hunter Valley, the Great North Road was convict built in the 1800’s, traversing stunning sandstone gorges, razorback ridges and towering passes all featured along Tourist Drive 33. Already a popular route for motorbike riders and day trippers, Tourist Drive 33 showcases some of the most stunning countryside in NSW and steps back in time as you meander through the convict stone walls, bridges and culverts still in use today.

Stop in one of the many vibrant townships of Peats Ridge, Kulnura, Laguna, historic Wollombi and the wine regions of Broke Fordwich, Lovedale and Branxton that have loads on offer! Everything from horseriding, farmgate sales of seasonal fruits and vegetables, quirky retail outlets, cafes and restaurants, country pubs, art galleries, boutique cellar doors, walking and cycling to a myriad of festivals and events on throughout the year.

For those looking to stay and explore, an abundance of accommodation choices are available for couples, families and groups from self-contained, farmstay, B&B to luxury guesthouses. Come and discover what’s on offer on Tourist Drive 33!

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