Coastal Scenic Food & Wine Trail

About this tour

Sam, a Sydney-based food enthusiast, guides this 10-hour coastal drive along the Grand Pacific Drive, featuring the dramatic Sea Cliff Bridge spanning out over water. You'll visit an apple orchard sampling seasonal cider, a biodynamic dairy for cheese, a chocolate producer, and a working vineyard, with free time to explore Berry's independent shops and eateries. The route pairs coastal scenery with regional flavours across New South Wales's Southern Highlands.

Highlights

• Drive across Sea Cliff Bridge, road suspended above the ocean
• Taste orchard cider and biodynamic cheese from small producers
• Walk through working chocolate factory with tasting
• Vineyard visit with views across rolling farmland
• Self-guided lunch stop in Berry's independent shops and cafés
• Air-conditioned transport with onboard WiFi throughout

What to expect

Expect a relaxed pace mixing short stops at working farms and food businesses with stretches of scenic driving. The road winds through the Southern Highlands, building toward the show-stopping Sea Cliff Bridge—a single-lane causeway that genuinely extends over the Pacific. At each tasting stop, owners or staff explain their process rather than rush you through. Berry's main street offers time to wander galleries and delis for lunch (you arrange your own meal). The drive includes some elevation change and coastal curves, so settle in for the journey rather than expect a straight shot.

Good to know

Food and lunch fees aren't included; budget accordingly for vineyard tastings and Berry lunch. The winding coastal drive isn't suitable for those with spinal concerns, vertigo, or cardiovascular limitations. Pregnant travellers should reconsider. Coffee and tea aren't provided, so bring a bottle or stop earlier. Public transport exists locally if you prefer not to self-drive.