Your first stop is barely outside Sydney's limits, but you'll feel immediately immersed in the Blue Mountains' surrounds (albeit with a little noise from the nearby highway). 

Keep making your way up the Great Western Highway towards Lawson. There are several pet-friendly walks in the vicinity to choose from. First up, is the Terrace Falls Circuit, an easy 2.1km loop walk that begins at Lake Road.

By now, you've most certainly earned a drink so swing by Mountain Culture for a beer. This Katoomba-based spot churns out some of the most creative craft brews in the country — fans of super juicy, hazy blends will be particularly pleased. 

Start the day by driving along the Darling Causeway. This will connect you to Bells Line of Road to complete the second half of your Blue Mountains loop. 

Reward your pooch for being a very good plus-one on your day of foodie adventures by visiting Kurrajong Bark Park. This off-leash park is open 24 hours a day and has different sections for big and small pups and agility equipment.

Road trips can be daunting for our furry friends, so we have a few tips from pet expert Dr Leigh Davidson to help you out.