Sydney City Highlights
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Discover Sydney's iconic landmarks and wild natural surroundings on this 4-night short break based in the heart of the city. Step inside the Sydney Opera House on a guided tour, taking in its striking sail-like architecture and layered history up close. This continues with a day trip into the Blue Mountains, meeting native wildlife before bushwalking past waterfalls and eucalyptus forest to the Three Sisters lookout. The break concludes back in the city, ready for onward travel.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
4 star hotelStarts
SydneyEnds
SydneyMinimum Age
8 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Australia that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Local guide included for some of the excursionsCountry
AustraliaMeals Included
None ProvidedTour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5 kilometres per day and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Local guide included for some of the excursionsGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5 kilometres per day and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Trip Type
Private ToursPassengers
$2,080.00
$1,040.00
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Sydney
Once you have arrived in Sydney, make your way to your accommodation, well placed for exploring the harbour and city centre. The rest of the day is yours to settle in - you might like to take a walk along the harbour foreshore towards Circular Quay, or simply relax after your journey.
Day 2 - Sydney Opera House Guided Tour
This morning, you make your way to the Sydney Opera House for a guided walking tour, discovering the building's history, unforgettable performances and the story behind its striking sail-like architecture. Guided by a local expert, you walk through the House itself, taking in views across the harbour from close quarters.
Those wanting to make a full experience of the visit can add on the Tour and Dine option, exchanging a ticket for a main meal and drink at either the House Canteen or Opera Bar on the lower concourse, at an additional cost.
Please note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour includes approximately 200 stairs.
Please note: Ensure you have selected the correct language option in advance, as tours are also available in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Mandarin.
Please note: Voucher exchange takes place at the Welcome Centre on the Lower Concourse level of the Sydney Opera House; please arrive around 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Day 3 - Free Day in Sydney
Today is yours to explore Sydney further. You might like to walk along Bondi Beach's promenade, a favourite among surfers, or spend time in the Royal Botanic Gardens, close to the harbour foreshore.
Day 4 - Blue Mountains Day Trip
This morning begins with an early pickup from central Sydney, heading first to a wildlife park to get up close with Australia's native animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, wombats, emus and several snake species.
From here, you continue further into the Blue Mountains for a short walk taking in views over this World Heritage-listed wilderness, before continuing to the town of Katoomba. You have free time here to explore the shops, cafes and eateries, with lunch at your own expense.
After lunch, a longer bushwalk leads away from the crowds along national park tracks, passing waterfalls and eucalyptus forest, with the chance to spot native parrots and even a lyrebird along the way.
The day finishes at the Three Sisters rock formation, where you learn more about the area's Aboriginal culture, including the story behind the Three Sisters and the use of native bush tucker, before the drive back into Sydney.
Please note: This tour requires good mobility and a reasonable level of fitness for the bushwalks involved.
Pickup points and times: 7:15 am - St Laurence Church, 812 George St, Haymarket; 7:30 am - St Andrew's Cathedral, 78 Bathurst St, next to Town Hall Station; 7:45 am - The Obelisk, Macquarie Place Park, corner of Loftus and Bridge St near Circular Quay.
Day 5 - Goodbye Sydney
On your final morning in Sydney, you're free to enjoy a last coffee or wander before checking out and making your own way to Sydney Airport for your onward journey.
Please note: Check-out from your accommodation is required before 11:00 am.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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