Country NSW is an adventure to be taken, with a range of specialties in each region ranging from outback adventures, to delicious wines and cuisine, to boutique shopping, and exquisite scenery.

Experience true Australian hospitality when you stay with Country Comfort and Sundowner Hotels on-route ensuring your stay is comfortable and relaxing after a full day of activities in these great regional towns.

Take a sneek peek of the Top 10 Things To Do in Dubbo, Orange, Parkes and Cowra as voted by the local hotels to get you started on your trip away to the heart of the Country in NSW...

Dubbo, New South Wales

Start your outback adventure in Dubbo, five hours north-west of Sydney, famous for Taronga Western Plains Zoo. Begin with your own Safari adventure in the wild as you drive, ride, or walk through the 300 hectare zoo with 1000 animals to see. The town of Dubbo has a wealth of things to do involving exploration, discovery, relaxation and recovery.

Stay at Sundowner Aberdeen Motor Inn from only $94 per night, where you can unwind and take in the excitement of the day. Check out the Zoo Package that includes Family Tickets to the Western Plains Zoo from $214 per night!

Top 10 Things To Do In Dubbo:

1. Take a Safari adventure in Taronga Western Plains Zoo

2. Discover a new world at Old Dubbo Gaol

3. Visit Dundullimal Homestead built in the early 1840's

4. Enjoy the flavours from the different Wineries. For example Lazy River, Tombstone, Boora and Red Earth Estates

5. Take a stroll or bike ride along Tracker Riley Cycleway alongside the Macquarie River

6. Stargaze at Dubbo Observatory

7. Visit Western Plains Cultural Centre for a cultural experience

8. Stroll through Victoria Park. Also a great spot for a picnic

9. Visit the Shoyoen Japanese Garden and Tea House

10. Take a horse riding lesson or go on a trail ride at Western Plains Riding School

Orange, New South Wales

Next dot on the map is the attractive country town of Orange, two hours drive from Dubbo, set at the base of Mount Canobolas. Orange is famous for its cool-climate wines, fresh produce and creative chefs. Orange will delight your taste buds with an array of award winning restaurants, local cafes, and farmer markets. For wine lovers there are more than 40 wineries to explore.

Also, visit the volcanic peak, Mt Canobolas, which offers panoramic views of Orange and has seven walking tracks, camping areas, spectacular lookouts and waterfalls.

Stay at Country Comfort Orange for some warm country hospitality from only $110 per night.

Top 10 Things To Do In Orange:

1. Taste the grape variety at the Wineries

2. Stroll through the Botanical Gardens

3. Hike to the Summit of Mt Canobolas providing you with spectacular views of the countryside. Otherwise, relax by Lake Canobolas for a picnic or BBQ

4. Walk the Heritage Trail to see Orange as it once was

5. Visit the nearby historic villages

6. Enjoy the delicious cuisine in the area including Lolli Redini, the winner of seven consecutive chefs hats

7. Take the kids to Endeavour Playground

8. Relax in Cook Park for a picnic

9. For Golf Lovers put away at the 3 different Golf Courses

10. Explore the caves in the area including Abercrombie Caves, Berenore Caves and Wellington Caves

Parkes, New South Wales

Agriculture meets astronomy in the wide, open spaces of Parkes, one and a half hours drive from Orange. Famous for the Parkes Observatory Radio Telescope that featured in the Australian Hit Movie "The Dish".

Stay at Country Comfort Parkes from only $99 per night. This hotel is one of the newest in Parkes and has delicious country home cooked meals in the restaurant that will have you satisfied after a day of exploration.

Top 10 Things To Do In Parkes:

1. Visit the Parkes Observatory Radio Telescope

2. Be educated in The Telescope Discovery Centre which features interactive exhibits and displays

3. Take in the smell at Tyndall's Lavender Farm

4. Browser Craft Corner on Dalton Street offering a range of locally produced hand-made goods

5. Take a drive up to Memorial Hill for panoramic views over Parkes and the surrounding valleys

6. Explore the Pioneer Park Antique Machinery Museum used in the agricultural history of the region

7. Visit the Henry Parkes Museum providing the history of the pioneering and gold mining days

8. Walk to the top of Bushmans Hill, the site of one of Parkes' first Gold Mines over 100 years ago

9. Take the kids to Rascals Indoor Play Centre whilst you enjoy a coffee in the cafe

10. Enjoy the local cuisine in the area and wineries in the nearby district of Forbes
    

Cowra, New South Wales

Have a true country experience in Cowra, one and a half hours drive from Parkes, with a range of vineyards to visit, outdoor adventures to be had, and history to learn about. The first stop must be the tranquil Japanese Gardens for a stroll or relaxing picnic.

Stay at Country Comfort Cowra located in the centre of town, the perfect place to relax after a day discovering the beauty of Cowra. Stay from $98 per night.

Top 10 Things To Do In Cowra:

1. Relax in the tranquil multi-award winning Japanese Gardens. A "must see"!

2. Take a carriage ride through Sunnyside Rose Gardens for a tru country experience

3. Visit Windowrie "The Mill" Cellar Door to enjoy the finest wines of the region in Cowra's oldest building. Ensure to visit the other fantastic wineries in the area

4. Be educated about the POW history in Cowra at the Theatre in the Visitor Information Centre. Then visit the POW Campsite which is ony of the Top Heritage Sites in NSW

5. See Australia's World Peace Bell awarded to Cowra in 1992

6. Walk or drive to the Bellevue Hill Lookout providing beautiful views over the scenic Cowra

7. Stargaze in the evening at the Darby Falls Observatory

8. Visit the Cowra Fun Museum

9. Wander through the Cowra Farmers and Craft Markets

10. Enjoy the delicious food with many popular restaurants in Cowra including The Countryman located at Country Comfort Cowra