Departs
Sydney Daily
Tour length
1 day
Travel by
Coach
Fitness
Easy
Tour summary
Pricing per person (pp)
Tour description
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Travel in comfort aboard your Coach Holidays & Tours luxury coach to the historic Rouse Hill Estate, one of the most atmospheric and authentically preserved colonial properties in New South Wales.
Home to six generations of the Rouse family, this unique estate reflects over 180 years of rural life, family legacy, and Australian history. Every room, object and outbuilding is steeped in stories—from prosperity to hardship—and remains largely untouched by modern restoration.
Your guided visit includes:
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A tour through the original homestead, filled with authentic furnishings and family belongings
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A visit to the restored 1888 Rouse Hill Schoolhouse, where generations of children were educated
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A walk past a section of the Windsor Road turnpike, proclaimed by Governor Macquarie in 1813
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Insights into the 1804 ‘Vinegar Hill’ convict rebellion, which occurred on the site
This peaceful property offers a rare window into colonial Australian life—its triumphs and its trials—presented with warmth and expert storytelling.
After your tour, enjoy a hearty and relaxing lunch at St Marys Band Club, a favourite venue with excellent service and generous meals—an ideal way to conclude a day of heritage and discovery.
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