Expert: Ian Smith - 10/21/2005

Question
I am going to Sydney for 3 weeks on vacation, starting November 20th this year.  Considering that time span, what is your suggestion for an itinerary that would make the most of my experience?  (I am not limited to just Sydney; though I will have to depend on others to drive me around)  I thank you for your help.


Answer
I'm terribly sorry about the delay but I'm on holidays in England and the internet has been so hard to get to.
I'll elaborate when I get home but initially you should consider a walk along the North Shore of the harbour, catching the ferry to Manly and walk around the headland to Fairy Bower; allow two days for the Blue Mountains including a walk IN the valleys (you can catch the train to there); a trip to the Hunter Valley vineyards would be advised but I also recommend you overnight there as one day out of Sydney barely allows you to touch the surface.
I highly recommend Nelson Bay, which you could do in conjunction with the vineyards, as it's one of the finest places in all Australia.  Comboyne is another favourite of mine.  If you're in to rainforest you'll do no better.
All of this information is on my site at virtualtourist.com under "members" "iandsmith".  There you will find photos, accommodation, sights etc.
Hope that helps, if you need more, contact me again and I'll get back to you when I return to OZ.
Cheers and have a good time whatever you decide.

I've just returned from England and I realise you will be arriving soon and have probably already made arrangements but if I can be of any further help then please let me know.
Cheers, Ian