Step into the heart of colonial Australia on this exclusive, privately guided tour exploring two of the nation’s most significant early homesteads: Rouse Hill Estate and Elizabeth Farm.

Begin your day at Rouse Hill Estate, a beautifully preserved rural property that was home to six generations of one family. On your private guided tour, explore rooms filled with original furnishings and heirlooms, and uncover stories etched into every beam and floorboard. The experience also includes a visit to the 1888 Rouse Hill Schoolhouse, a walk along part of Governor Macquarie’s 1813 Windsor Road turnpike, and a stop at the site of the 1804 Vinegar Hill convict rebellion.

After your exclusive morning experience, enjoy a hearty lunch at The Fiddler, a beloved local landmark known for its blend of warm hospitality, historic charm, and modern comforts.

In the afternoon, continue your heritage journey at Elizabeth Farm, Australia’s oldest surviving homestead. With exclusive access and a private guide, you’ll roam freely through this “access all areas” site, taking in the re-created 1830s garden and original architecture. Built in 1793 for John and Elizabeth Macarthur, the house bears witness to the early colony’s triumphs and struggles—from convict unrest to the dispossession of Dharug Country.

This remarkable day offers a unique and personal connection to the rich, layered history of early settlement in New South Wales.