Morpeth is our first stop after departing Newcastle, founded as a quaint township in 1821. We will pause here for a rest break to explore its charming streets lined with boutiques selling fashion, home decor, jewelry, artisanal foods, and local art. Browse for rare finds and local treasures at Morpeth Antique Centre inside the historic Campbell’s Store, or admire the latest works at Morpeth Gallery. As the birthplace of Arnott’s biscuits, Morpeth is home to the original 1850s bakehouse owned by the Arnott family. Enjoy a coffee, stroll the historic main street, admire the riverside garden, or shop at the boutiques and vintage stores before we continue on our journey.

Duration: 45 minutes

Now it’s time to see what an Aussie farm is all about. We will take a tour of a family run Farm! This sustainably operated farm gets you a behind the scenes looking into Australian farming. After a guided tour of the farm with a certified farmer, where you’ll get up close with cattle and take in the scenic NSW countryside, enjoy a classic Australian lunch – a sausage sizzle featuring the farm’s highest quality, farm-to-table beef. You will also get the opportunity to swim in the farms river which is part of the famous Allyn River.

Duration: 2 hours

On our journey back to Newcastle, we will make a stop in the charming historic town of Dungog to visit Tinshed Brewery, a locally owned craft brewery where all the beers are brewed onsite using Australian and European ingredients. Nestled in dairy and timber country and surrounded by rolling hills and the Williams River, this small country town of just over 2,000 residents features the James Theatre, Australia’s oldest operating cinema housed in a beautiful Spanish-style building.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes