From breakfast at Bondi to cruising the harbour’s secret coves and hiking in a World Heritage area, this city adventure really gets under the skin of Sydney and its iconic attractions.
As soon as you land you’ll be met and transported to the quintessential Aussie breakfast spot, overlooking the beach. There’s time to stroll or swim before your local guide continues your introduction to Sydney, taking you through its varied suburbs before revealing your first view of Sydney Harbour with its unmistakable Opera House and Bridge.
The next day your city discovery continues with a fascinating tour behind the scenes at the famous Sydney Opera House, before jumping onto an intimate cruise of Sydney Harbour. Able to access areas the larger boats can’t reach, you might spot seals and penguins while you listen to colourful tales of the harbour and its residents past and present.
Heading further afield, you’ll also enjoy a full day tour out to the Blue Mountains. Enjoy jaw-dropping views, discover stunning waterfalls, and get off the beaten track on a scenic bush walk, before heading back into Sydney for a final night in this most magical of cities.
Itinerary
You’ll be met on arrival at the airport this morning and whisked away to the beach. Starting from Maroubra, you’ll enjoy ocean views as you follow the east coast to Bondi where you can stop for morning tea, a bite to eat or even a refreshing dip in the sea, guaranteed to clear the jetlag! Your private tour continues with a drive through Watson’s Bay and the eastern suburbs, before reaching the Botanical Gardens and Lady Macquarie’s Chair. Here you can pinch yourself as you take in that unforgettable view of Sydney Harbour. Your guide will be able to share some top tips and recommendations before dropping you off at your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city – you might fancy climbing the famous Harbour Bridge or taking a guided walk through the historic Rocks area.
Harbour Rocks Hotel, Sydney
Optional Experiences
The Rocks Walking Tour, Sydney
Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, Sydney
Your day begins with a visit to one of the world’s most instantly recognisable buildings – the Sydney Opera House. Discover insider secrets and stories of the artists that have played here, and step inside the iconic theatres and foyers that bring to life over 2000 performances each year. As you explore with a knowledgeable guide, you’ll also learn how Jørn Utzon’s achitectural vision came into existence against impossible odds.
After your tour make your way round the harbour to Campbells Cove, where you’ll board your 10-passenger boat for an intimate afternoon cruise. As well as the famous sights you’ll also explore hidden coves and national park waterways, home to Sydney’s resident penguin and seal colonies. As you cruise your skipper will fill you in on the many stories of this historic harbour. Lunch is included today at the CYCA, Sydney’s most prestigious private yacht club.
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise
Today you’ll join a small group tour to the Blue Mountains, where the sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests are best explored on foot. Your guide will share insights into the region’s flora, fauna and history as you visit some of the national park’s best viewpoints, before you take a self-guided hike along one of its most scenic trails. There’s also time to visit a working farm and the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens on this memorable exploration of Sydney’s backyard.
Blue Mountains Hiking Experience, Sydney
Your Sydney sightseeing adventure comes to an end as you bid farewell this morning. You’ll be transferred from your hotel to the airport for your onward travels.
Prices & departures
What's Included
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Accommodation in room with private bathroom
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City tour on arrival including transfer from airport to hotel
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Sydney Opera House Tour
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Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise
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Blue Mountains Full Day Experience
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £1099 Excluding Flights
3 Nights
Year Round
Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.
We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
Experts with real experience
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Dawn
Head of Customer Experience
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Jo
Travel Specialist
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Nicky Greenwood
Deputy Managing Director
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Doug
Travel Specialist
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Darren
Travel Specialist
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Rosie
Travel Specialist
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Paul Furlepa
Finance Director
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Jenna
Travel Specialist
