Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Love the beaches, cafes, sights and sounds of the stunning beaches and coastal scenery of the NSW South Coast. Enjoy the final day on a boat tour of the magnificent Jervis Bay NP.

Includes: 5 Days cycling: 40% on cycle paths. 4 nights carefully selected, friendly accommodation Option Bring your own bike or hire one of ours. Trek Bike or E Bike hire includes bikes and all cycling equipment Water bottle and a snack Breakfasts every day Roadside assist Cycle Distance 185km, Av 46 km/day Rating: Medium

Waterfall to Wollongong - 47km Cycle Your Wollongong Accommodation The Ride Novotel Northbeach Wollongong • Start early with a lovely cycle through the Royal National Park and along the Hacking River before 2-14 Cliff Rd, climbing to the Illawarra Escarpment. From North Wollongong NSW 2520 Stanwell Park at the top of this 170m climb, you will Australia (02) 4224 3111 be rewarded with fantastic views down the coast. https://novotelnorthbeach.com.au/ • Your route then takes you down to the ocean and along the Grand Pacific Drive, a dramatic road that follows the narrow strip of coast between the mountains and the sea. This section is on road, but can be shortened at any time by using the nearby train.

• Shortly after crossing the Sea Cliff Bridge, you have one more (shorter) hill before you join the Illawarra Coastal Cycle Path, a lovely gentle path which takes you right into Wollongong via the beaches, lagoons and waterways of this lovely stretch of coastline We Love Tonight you will be staying at Novotel North- beach Hotel North Wollongong, right across • The escarpment from the Sea Cliff Bridge from the beach. • A swim at a beach pools or surf between the flags. Stunning ocean views, spacious light filled Food rooms and a reputation for exceptional ser- • There are lots of fabulous cafés and restaurants vice has made Novotel Wollongong North- along the route suitable for lunch, as well as plenty of take-away options if you prefer to picnic in a beach one of New South Wales most popular park or by the beach. getaway. Fun Fact On the water's edge, just footsteps from the • The Sea Cliff bridge is a great viewing platform for golden sands of North Wollongong Beach, migrating whales heading north/south from May to you will have breakfast and a welcome drink Nov. include in your package. The hotel is close by • The Royal National Park is the second oldest cafes, local attractions and the CBD. national park in the world after Yellowstone

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Wollongong to Kiama - 48km Cycle Your Gerringong Accommodation The Ride Park Ridge Retreat • Today is almost completely on bike paths. Start with a short cycle around the lovely Boat 139 Belinda St, Harbour at Wollongong, Gerringong NSW 2534 • Explore the Nan Tien Temple. Here you can wander through the temples and gardens, or (02) 4234 1000 stop for refreshments at the lovely tea house. https://www.parkridgeretreat.com.au/ • Then cycle down to Lake Illawarra, following the shoreline to Windang, where the cycle path re-joins the coast. The pretty Shellharbour Village is a great place for lunch, with plenty of cafés and restaurants to choose from.

• Cycle through mangrove swamps to the mouth of the Minnamurra River, along the very dramatic landscape and headlands into Kiama. This section is very hilly, but stunning. Enjoy the beaches and hidden bays in this area and take a break to explore a little further. We will meet you in Kiama and tranfser you to We Love Gerringong for the evening. • The wild headlands of the Kiama coastline Park Ridge Retreat is right in the centre of Gerrin- • Nan Tien Temple, the largest Buddhist Temple in the Southern Hemisphere. gong. We love the art! The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable, well furnished, dinner at Food the onsite restaurant is excellent, SBS Chill in the • The Dew Drop Tea house or the Dining Hall at wide corridors great. Nan Tien Temple.

• Cafes at Shellharbour A short stroll along the ridge, is a scenic outlook and access to the whale watching platform, afford- Fun Fact ing breathtaking views of the ocean, surrounding • The Kiama Blowhole is the largest in the world parkland and the rugged and dramatic coastlines of and was seen by George Bass in 1797. Boat Harbour and Werri Beach. • Bombo is derived from "Thumbon", the name of a renowned headman and warrior born in Guests can enjoy the established gardens and the this district. . BBQ area, complementary WiFi.

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Gerringong to Nowra - 43km Cycle Your Nowra Accommodation The Ride Nowra Quest • Start with a bike path all the way to Gerroa, 130 Kinghorne St Nowra with great views along the way. There is a club at the top of the hill and a café at the bottom of (02 4421 9300 the hill, both good for a break. https://www.questapartments.com.au/properties/ • Explore the historic township of Berry .with lots nsw/nowra/quest-nowra/overview of beautiful options for lunch.

• From Berry, you head out along country roads taking the back way to the Shoalhaven River. Two Figs Winery is directly on your route, or a small detour will take you to Coolangatta Estate and Mountain Ridge Wines.

• After the Two Figs Winery, you follow a flat but slightly busy road along the river into Nowra, joining a cycle path when you get to the milk depot and paper mill.

• Cycle through mangrove swamps to the mouth of the Minnamurra River, along the very Quest Nowra is within a 5 minute walk from the cen- dramatic landscape and headlands into Kiama. tre of town where you will find major supermarkets, This section is very hilly, but stunning. Enjoy the beaches and hidden bays in this area and retail outlets and dining venues. take a break to explore a little further. The well-appointed Studio is flooded with natural We Love light, and provides a stylish, open-plan space to un- • The historic township of Berry with its antique wind and relax. Offering a comfortable king bed, shops, collectables, art galleries and cafes. apartment-controlled heating/air conditioning, • The fabulous views across the Shoalhaven kitchenette with cooktop, bar fridge, toaster, kettle from the hills at Two Figs Winery. and microwave, ensuite bathroom with amenities Food and hair dryer, desk, LCD TV with streaming capabili- ties, and high-speed internet access. Guests can ac- • There are no food or water stops between Berry and Nowra (except the wineries but cess the in-house gym and alfresco BBQ area. these are not open every day), so please ensure that you have plenty of refreshments with you. Fun Fact

• Charles Kingsford Smith departed from Seven Mile Beach in 1933 - in the aircraft called Southern Cross - to establish the first commercial aerial link with New Zealand.

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Nowra to Huskisson - 40km Cycle Your Huskisson Accommodation The Ride Jervis Bay Motel • Today you cycle to Huskisson via a lovely 139 Belinda St, back country route we are sure you will enjoy. Look out for kangaroos along the way! Gerringong NSW 2534 • In Nowra, you cycle past the lovely old (02) 4234 1000 Meroogal House, a Historic Houses Trust property: www.hht.net.au/museums/meroogal/ https://www.parkridgeretreat.com.au/

• On the road out of Nowra, you pass the Fleet Air Arm museum, which is very interesting and a great place for a breather: www.navy.gov.au/ Fleet_Air_Arm_Museum

• At the top of the Naval Base you will find the lovely little Parma Road on your left. Now it's time for a wonderful downhill ride to Huskisson and Jervis Bay. Enjoy the view and the cycle!

• You’ll find Falls Creek is a great place to stop for a picnic in the bush – although there are no shelters in case of rain. Jervis Bay Motel is in the main street of the beau- • As you head into Huskisson on the Woollamia tiful seaside town of Huskisson. You can walk to Rd, you will cycle past the Lady Denman restaurants, the quirky theatre, pristine beaches Museum https:// and shops. www.jervisbaymaritimemuseum.asn.au/ We will book you the Queen Room with Balcony We Love and ocean view (sta) It is a renovated room with • The views along the quiet little Parma Rd— queen bed, lounge and your own private balcony watch out for the kangaroos. looking over the beautiful Jervis Bay. Ensuite and Food all amenities. Free Wifi, reverse-cycle air condi- • Please note that there are no locations for tioners and digital flat-screen televisions with food between Nowra and Huskisson. Foxtel. Tea & coffee making facilities, microwave Therefore we advise taking a picnic lunch with you or you might have a lovely snack on the and toaster available on demand. Shoalhaven river in Nowra before you set out. Fun Fact

• Britain, Australia and the United States conducted aerial operations from the Nowra site throughout the Second World War, and nearby at St Georges Basin and Jervis Bay. They still do today.

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Huskisson to Sydney - Boat Cruise and Train Details Return Coach to Sydney. Travelling from Sydney to Waterfall The Ride Waterfall Station is on the South Coast train line. • Today you will go on a Jervis Bay Wild Whale Trains depart from central Sydney approximately Cruise in the whale season (mid-May to mid- every 20 minutes, and take about 1 hour. Please refer November) or a Dolphin Cruise to meet the to www.transportnsw.info for travel information, or resident Dolphin Population. contact Australian Cycling Holidays for assistance on where and when to catch the train. • Your tour includes a close up look at Jervis home to the whitest sand in the world. History Returning from Huskisson commentary on Jervis Bay as you travel We will book you a coach back to your Sydney including history on migrating humpback hotel, train station or Sydney Airport. Let us Whales and their calves. On return see the know where you will like to be dropped off so we 100 metre towering cliffs of Point can advise the coach operators. Perpendicular and the whitest sand in the world, and the crystal blue water of the Docks. Finally visit a the beautiful Honeymoon Bay.

• The return bus to Sydney leaves at 130pm and will drop you to your Sydney Central Hotel provided you tell us early. Otherwise it will drop you to Sydney Airport.

• Optional ride to explore local beaches on the cycle trails.— otherwise enjoy an early morning walk.

We Love

• The Jervis Bat Marine Park with the huge cliffs of Point Perpendicular towering above you . Food

• Breakfast at the 5 Little Pigs the quality of food is excellent with great taste and presentation taken with care

• There are so many other excellent cafes we suggest you check them out! Fun Fact

• The traditional owners of the area around Huskisson were a group of the Yuin. Well into the C20th, members of what local settlers called 'the Jervis Bay tribe' lived on the bank of Currambene Creek the nearby Coolangatta Estate in the 1820s.

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

What is included

• All adult bike hire includes maps, ride notes, bi- cycles and helmets if required, locks, handlebar panniers, extra rear pannier if required and water bottles.

• Bring your own bike

• Accommodation, breakfasts, luggage transfers and roadside assist

• Coach return direct to Sydney City or Airport. Please confirm your hotel destination if you would like to be dropped back to your hotel in central Sydney.

• Option: Hire Trek Bike or Electric Bike and all cycling Equipment.

What to Bring

• Wear shorts or comfortable trousers, t-shirt and covered shoes for cycling.

• Sunscreen, sun-glasses and wet-weather gear.

• Cycling gloves are recommended.

• A jumper for winter; swimmers and small towel for warmer months.

• A small camera, phone, wallet and snacks which can fit into the front panniers.

• Money for lunches, dinner and snacks; money for train fares (allow $15.00 per person, although fares may be cheaper on the day); money for any attractions and incidental expenses.

• Clothes and accessories for the week. Luggage is limited to 1 bag per person, maximum 20kg.

Coastal Escape Cycle Tour 5D 4N Itinerary

Terms and Conditions Other Information The following Terms and Conditions apply for all bookings and tours with Australian Cycling Holidays and Australian Cycling Holidays acts solely as the agent for are applicable to all participants. securing accommodation and transfers and shall not be held liable in the event of the failure of any person or Bookings company to render transfers, accommodation or other Once we receive your booking request, the following service. Australian Cycling Holidays shall not be held conditions apply: liable for any damage, expense or inconvenience • Your booking is not confirmed until a deposit of outside of its control, such as late arrival, industrial 30% is receipted. disputes, breakdowns, inclement weather, road closures or Acts of God. • Payment in full is required at least 30 days prior to Cycling is a recreational activity which can be dangerous departure. If full payment is not received by the and by agreeing to the Terms and Conditions, due date, the booking will be automatically can- participants accept the risks inherent in participating in celled and our Deferrals, Cancellations and Refunds a cycling tour. Participants must abide by applicable Policy will apply. road rules and regulations at all times during the cycling • If you are making a booking less than 30 days pri- tour. or to departure, full payment is required at the All participants must be physically healthy to participate time of booking. in the Tour. By agreeing to these terms and conditions, the participant warrants that they have no medical or other condition which suggests that any participant Deferral, Cancellation & Refunds Policy should not participate in the cycling tour. Australian Cycling Holidays strongly recommends participants have If you are unable to proceed with the tour as booked, full insurance covering any injury they might suffer, you have the following choices: including evacuation costs and medical and hospital You may choose to defer your tour to a later date. In treatment. this case, the following conditions apply: Notification must be given to Australian Cycling Holi- All cycling participants must be able to ride a bicycle days at least 7 days prior to the tour start date. without training wheels, and must be familiar and The tour can be deferred for up to 1 year from the competent with the use of handlebar brakes. Australian original start date of the tour. Cycling Holidays reserves the right to refuse service Bookings for deferred tours are subject to availability. without refund if any cycling participant is unable to demonstrate the ability to cycle proficiently. A deferral fee of $60 applies each time a tour is deferred. Participants are responsible for any damage (other than You may choose not to proceed with your tour. In this ordinary wear and tear) to or loss of the bikes and case, a refund may be made which depends on how equipment sustained during the tour. Participants much warning you give us prior to the tour start date. should inspect the equipment provided for the tour, and More than 30 days prior: 90% of the tour price will be should not participate in the tour unless they are refunded. satisfied with the adequacy and condition of the 7 days to 30 days prior: 70% of the tour price will be equipment. refunded. Every effort is made to ensure that the information Less than 7 days prior: no money will be refunded. provided in the maps and ride notes is accurate at the No refunds will be provided once tour commences. time of printing. Details may change without warning, and where possible will be advised to you.