Explorer Country Vacation Packages 2026

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Your Explorer Country Vacation

With an Explorer Country vacation package, you can forget about planning stresses and instead focus on experiencing everything this thrilling destination has on offer. Your trip to Explorer Country wouldn't be complete without exploring some of its leading cities, starting with Katoomba. A couple of the top attractions here include Katoomba Scenic World and Three Sisters. Dubbo is another favorite with Explorer Country travelers. Visitors to this city enjoy Taronga Western Plains Zoo and Orana Mall. Whether you plan to travel on a shoestring or want to splurge, Expedia are here to help you customize your next dream Explorer Country vacation.

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Central Mudgee

Unique features of Central Mudgee include the wineries and historic sites. Make a stop by Lawson Park or Former Mudgee Railway Station while you're exploring the area.

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Bathurst CBD

While visiting Bathurst CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Bathurst War Memorial Carillon and Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum.

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Kelso

Kelso is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bathurst area, you might plan a trip to Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum or Bathurst War Memorial Carillon.

Mount Panorama

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Unique features of Mount Panorama include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit or National Motor Racing Museum while you're exploring the area.

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South Bathurst

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in South Bathurst. You might want to make time for a stop at Ray Morcom Reserve or Chifley Home.

Stay near popular Explorer Country attractions

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Taronga Western Plains Zoo

9.4/10 (1,102 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Taronga Western Plains Zoo home during your travels in Dubbo? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Mayfield Garden

9.2/10 (82 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mayfield Garden, a lovely green space in Mayfield. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit

9.4/10 (677 reviews)

You can take time to visit Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit during your travels to Bathurst. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Dubbo Showground

8.0/10 (85 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Dubbo Showground during your trip to Dubbo. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Louee Enduro and Motorcross Complex

7.4/10 (15 reviews)

You can take time to visit Louee Enduro and Motorcross Complex during your travels to Lue.

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Lowe Family Wine Co

9.2/10 (239 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Lowe Family Wine Co during your travels to Eurunderee. Discover the countryside and wineries in this relaxing area.

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Lazy River Estate

8.4/10 (67 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Lazy River Estate during your trip to Dubbo. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Explorer Country Hotel Deals

Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

8 Whylandra St Dubbo NSW

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$98 nightly

$108 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

West End Motor Lodge

2-6 Dalton Street Orange NSW

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$113 nightly

$125 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

"Lovely stay. Very helpful staff and amenities close by."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Parkview Hotel Orange

281 Summer St Orange NSW

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78 nightly

$87 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (888 reviews)

"A very nice room. Initially I was concerned that there would be noise from the pub & outdoor area downstairs, but we had no problem with noise at all. The room was spacious and nicely furnished."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

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