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Why the Southern Highlands Just Landed on Travel + Leisure’s Radar
Recently, Travel + Leisure named the Southern Highlands one of their “27 Under-the-Radar Places to Visit Before They Get Too Popular” — and placed it at number six.
That’s no small feat.
Here at The Australian Adventure Company, we’ve been guiding private tours into this region for years, and we’ve always known it holds something special. Now the world is catching up.
What Makes the Southern Highlands Shine
Scenic calm just south of Sydney
Only about an hour and a half from Sydney’s hustle, the Highlands offer a gentle escape from the city. Rolling green hills, tree-lined roads, boutique vineyards and quiet country towns — yet still perfectly accessible for a day or weekend trip.
Gourmet treasures
From truffle hunts in season to cellar doors producing small-batch wines, this region lets you taste local in its purest form. Add to that artisan cafes and farm-gate finds and you’ve got a flavour-rich experience without the crowds.
Nature’s softness
There are waterfalls without the heavy foot-traffic, look-outs that feel like your private moment, and grassy fields where you can just breathe. Travel + Leisure spotted that.
And we’ll let you in on a small secret: those special spots exist because the Highlands haven’t yet succumbed to the mass-tourist churn.
Why number six matters
In a list of 27 destinations singled out as “under the radar,” being placed sixth signals this region is at tipping-point — people are starting to discover it, but it still retains authenticity. That’s your opportunity to visit before everyone else does.
How We Take You There
With our private tours you don’t just visit, you dive in. Here’s what you’ll get with the Australian Adventure Company:
A tailored itinerary around vineyards, waterfalls, local farms or look-outs — you pick the vibe.
Private transport and guide: no busloads, no wait times.
The kind of insider stories we’ve collected from local producers, wineries and long-time residents.
Flexible timing so you can linger where you like — say, that vineyard with the killer view or that hidden waterfall you’ll only find from a dirt track.
Your Move
Now’s the sweet moment: after Travel + Leisure’s nod, the Southern Highlands will only grow in popularity.
Book your private tour now and experience why it’s getting the global attention — before the crowds arrive.
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