Canberra Long Weekend | The Ultimate Thredbo Itinerary
Posted on 1 Mar, 2023
If you’re looking for a great way to spend the Canberra long weekend, look no further than Australia’s premier adventure destination! A 2.5 hour drive from Canberra, Thredbo ticks the boxes for chill seekers and thrill seekers alike.
Keep scrolling to check out the ultimate itinerary for a long weekend mountain escape…
Day One:
Start your weekend on the right foot by booking yourself into a Saturday morning yoga session in the heart of Thredbo. Once you’re feeling zen, pop into The Bakery for a quick breakfast & then get ready to hit Thredbo MTB Park!
Visit the experts at Thredbo Retail & Rental to gear up, swing past the kiosks at Guest Services to grab your lift pass and if you’re a first timer, book in for a 2-Hour Intro to MTB lesson to get the right techniques from day one.
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Once you’re feeling confident on the bike, enjoy exploring over 40kms of lift-accessed terrain including three new beginner and intermediate trails in the Cruiser MTB Area. After a big day on the mountain, head to The Local Pub for a well-deserved dinner on the deck.
Day Two:
No Thredbo visit is complete without ticking something off your bucket list! After fuelling up with a buffet breakfast at Cascades Restaurant, it’s time to jump on the Kosciuszko Chairlift and begin the climb to Australia’s highest peak.
The Mt Kosciuszko Summit Hike is a 13km journey that is suited to all ages and abilities, offering incredible views from the top of Australia.
After a big weekend of adventures, spend a lazy afternoon by the picturesque Thredbo River. Bring a picnic & make use of the barbecues for the ultimate al fresco dining experience.
Day Three:
Before you start the journey home, make sure you have ticked off as many activities as you can. With the Alpine Bobsled, golf, tennis, Australia’s only Alpine Gondola and more, your itinerary is sure to be packed until the end.
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Whether you ski, snowboard, hike, mountain bike or are visiting for the first time, our app is your companion to Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination.
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Thredbo sits on the traditional land of the Monero – Ngarigo people who have looked after this land, water and community for over 60,000 years. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do to look after their country, a special place which we all love and respect.
