Newcastle, Australia

Newcastle by Bicycle

History and Sites of City’s Diverse Neighborhoods Immerse yourself in the heritage and culture of Newcastle during a bike ride through its diverse neighborhoods. After transferring to the city center, meet your guide and begin cycling. Along the way, pass the Grand Hotel—Newcastle’s oldest—and listen to stories of the history of Wickham from precolonial times to the present. Indulge in a wine tasting at Inner City Winemakers, an award-winning vintner. Afterward, ride along the waterways between Maryville, named after the wife of Newcastle’s first mayor, and Carrington, the former industrial and boat-building peninsula. Learn about the heritage and language of the Awabakal and Worimi—the Aboriginal people that settled the area. If the tide is right, you may even see crabs or stingrays among the mangrove trees. Finish your tour with a picturesque view of Newcastle’s skyline as you ride past the boatyards en route to your ship. * Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or s