Top Sydney Shore Excursions

Enjoy sweeping views of Sydney Harbour and beyond during a scenic helicopter flight over Sydney. Take to the skies for a quick flight that provides stunning panoramic views of Sydney’s eastern coastline including Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, Manly Cove, Sydney’s spectacular Harbor and city skyline, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Sydney Opera House. Learn about the city’s history from your knowledgeable pilot as you fly along the coast of the Pacific Ocean before your pilot whirs over Sydney Head marking the harbor’s entrance.

Enjoy an insider’s perspective on the iconic Sydney Opera House during a 1-hour walking tour. Learn about the performances, history, and architecture of the World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House as your expert guide takes you behind the scenes of the venue. Get photos ops from vantage points that are normally off-limits, and have the option to include a tasting Plate at Opera Kitchen or dine at the famous Opera Bar. Tours are offered throughout the day, making it easy to schedule into your sightseeing when your cruise ship docks in Sydney.

Experience the beauty and history of the Blue Mountains on this private full-day tour. Start with a cable car journey for views of the Jamison Valley and then see the Three Sisters rock formation. Visit Scenic World and ride the ‘world’s steepest railway’, and stop for lunch in the picturesque town of Leura (own expense). Next you’ll experience a traditional Aboriginal dance performance, and feed a Kangaroo if you choose. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get out of the city learn about Australian culture and history.

Cabbage Tree Bay is unique location due to its proximity to Sydney. As a aquatic reserve it hold an astonishing amount of wildlife. From meter long stingrays to tiny seahorses, Cabbage Tree Bay has it all. As a long time resident of Manly, me and my family have snorkeled the area for many years. We know every corner, cave, and cavern in the Cabbage Tree Bay. In order to have a better relationship and understanding of the wildlife and nature here, we like to bring people on a tour of the bay to educate people on what the ocean has to offer us, so that we can better understand why would want to protect these areas. So come along with us and experience the wealth that nature has to offer here.

Come & explore the unspoilt wilderness on Sydney's northern doorstep, just 45 minutes from the CBD - The mighty Lower Hawkesbury. See shipwrecks and waterfalls, hear the Indigenous heritage and settlers’ history – all from our stable and stylish double sit-on top kayaks. The perfect way to experience this incredible Country. Paddle past the towering sandstone cliffs, and pull in to untouched beaches for a tea or a coffee. Take a short hike to a clifftop lookout with breathtaking views over the meeting of the 3 great waterways: Berowra, Marramarra, and the Hawkesbury. All food and equipment provided, no experience required. Tea, coffee, and snacks also provided. Kayaking is easy and fun for everyone, we welcome all ages, just bring a sense of adventure! Come by train: A scenic one hour ride from Central, with trains leaving each way every hour. Or drive a car 45 minutes north from the CBD to Deerubbun Reserve boat ramp. Pick ups also available if you're staying on the river.

Spend a day in a golf lover’s paradise and visit your choice of Sydney’s most prestigious and exclusive golf clubs. Start the day with a chauffeured ride to the club in a Porsche, get ready with exclusive Callaway golf-wear, and hop on board your motorized cart. Admire Pacific Ocean views as you spend the day on the golf course and relax with lunch or a cold drink (own expense) in the luxurious surroundings when your game is through.

See the best of Sydney in this comprehensive 4-hour tour. Visit major sights like the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach, as well as some hidden gems off the tourist track. Enjoy a morning or afternoon tea with incredible Harbour views. This private tour can be customized to suit travelers’ interests.

Unlike most other Blue Mountains day trips, this experience includes breakfast with the kangaroos at Featherdale Wildlife Park, making it an ideal choice for nature lovers. Rather than worrying about the timings of public transport, you’ll travel from Sydney in climate-controlled comfort and explore the Blue Mountains National Park, home to the iconic Three Sisters and Scenic World, with a guide. Plus, included lunch and round-trip hotel transfers make for a seamless experience.

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains on this private excursion with just your party and a local guide. After a convenient hotel or AirBnB pickup, watch for koalas, wombats, and crocodiles at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Then, enjoy an optional cable car ride with amazing views of Katoomba Falls, visit Australia’s Grand Canyon, and learn about important elements of aboriginal culture.

Hire your own private tour guide and driver for a half or full day in Sydney. There is no set itinerary and prior to your departure, your guide will create a bespoke itinerary for you or your group. Sit back and relax or choose an active day with plenty of time outside of the vehicle as your experienced guide showcases you this world class city. You will be picked up and dropped off from the airport, cruise port or local hotel. In addition to local city tours, your guide can take you on day trips outside of the city to hotspots such as the Blue Mountains or Hunter Valley wineries.

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, enjoy a family-friendly hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour that covers Sydney and Bondi Beach. Travel by double-decker bus with an open-top that allows for unobstructed views of all the sights, including Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Have the freedom to create your own itinerary, choosing from 34 stops where you can hop off and explore in depth. Ejnoy the informative pre-recorded onboard commentary in your choice of eight languages along the route, which includes Circular Quay, Kings Cross, the Rocks, Double Bay and Bondi Beach.

Set out in search of Sydney’s sun, sand and surf on this full-day tour of the city’s famous Northern Beaches. Stroll the golden sands of Narrabeen; see where popular Aussie soap ‘Home & Away’ is filmed in Palm Beach; and look out along the coast from Spit Bridge and Long Reef. That’s not all: uncover Sydney’s fascinating Aboriginal heritage as you explore the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park; admire the lavish villas along Whale Beach and ride the Manly ferry back to Circular Quay.

This comprehensive tour of Sydney is perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time. Spend a half-day immersed in the history and culture of Sydney, learning through stops at landmarks such as Chinatown, Darling Harbour, and Australia’s largest urban development, Barangaroo. Your guide will follow a curated itinerary centered on the history of Sydney from 1788 to modern day, adding commentary to illuminate the details.

Explore the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Blue Mountains on a private full-day tour tailor-made for you! Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you marvel over the Three Sisters or ride the railway and cable car at Scenic World. Your itinerary can be customized to suit your interests, so you could also see kangaroos and koalas at the Featherdale Wildlife Park or escape the tourist trail and admire natural wonders like Pulpit Rock, Shipley Plateau and the Megalong Valley. Any entrance fees are at your own expense.

Get around Sydney in a day aboard a modern and spacious 8-seater Volkswagen minibus. With this private city sightseeing tour, you’ll cover plenty of ground, from Bondi to Manly Beach and Watson’s Bay. Hop off to linger at sights like the Sydney Opera House, and walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from The Rocks to Milsons Point. This comprehensive itinerary offers one of Sydney’s best sightseeing values.

Enjoy a private full-day tour from Sydney to the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the scenic Jamison Valley, Three Sisters rock formations, and have lunch in the quaint village of Leura (not included). Explore the rain forest at Scenic World, which features the Scenic Skyway and Scenic Railway rides (own expense). Admire towering waterfalls, forest-clad mountains, and sculptural rocks, and see native Australian animals at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Stop for photos at Sydney Olympic Park on the return drive to your Sydney hotel.

If you want to see all that Sydney Harbour and Sydney’s beaches has to offer but don’t have much time, this 30 minute helicopter scenic flight is for you. See the magnificent beaches of Sydney from above as your luxury helicopter sweeps along one of Australia’s most scenic stretches of coastline; over Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, Manly Beach and Sydney’s northern beaches. If you're lucky you may even spot schools of fish, dolphins and whales (in season) as you take in the the pristine ocean waters. Continue into Sydney Harbour for several orbits and a fly-by of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the magnificent backdrop of the Sydney city skyline. Your pilot shares informative commentary throughout the 30-minute flight. Your 2.5-hour tour includes the helicopter tour, time for photo ops, complimentary refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Get out of Sydney, and explore the amazing Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a private guide. Discover the iconic landmarks of the mountains, and venture to hidden spots most tourists don’t get to. Visit the Three Sisters, hike to beautiful Katoomba Falls, get panoramic photo opportunities at Cahill Lookout, look for colorful parrots, and get a full day out in nature.

Leave busy Sydney behind on a tour to wilderness areas where native Australian animals can be viewed in their natural surroundings. Along with a variety of birdlife, you can spot kangaroos lounging, grazing, or hopping around. Your private guide knows the best places to find excellent viewing opportunities for a memorable wildlife experience.

See Sydney’s top sights on a half-day private city tour that still leaves you with time to enjoy the rest of the day on your own. You’ll check off Sydney’s must-see attractions, including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach and Circular Quay. Hear about the city’s history and modern-day culture from a private guide-driver, and take in daily life around neighborhoods like Paddington and Darlinghurst.

Maximize your time in Sydney with a private full-day tour tour tailor-made for you! Tick off iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, stroll around vibrant districts like The Rocks and King’s Cross, and watch the surfers at Bondi Beach. Alternatively, soak up the scenery with a drive around Sydney’s Northern Beaches, cool off with a swim at Palm Beach or get off-the-beaten-track and explore the village suburbs of Balmain, Leichardt and Haberfield. Best of all, your private tour includes hotel pick-up and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.

Go beyond the normal tourist sights on this 8-hour tour of Sydney’s Northern Beaches. See the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House as you travel north and relax over a beach picnic morning tea. Stop at Manly Beach, Palm Bach, and view the scenic peninsula on a ferry ride, spend time walking the beaches and break for a browse at local boutiques before stopping at your choice of lunch spots (own expense). The day takes visitors to a variety of famous and little known beaches without the hassles of organizing rental cars, public transportation or navigation, with added local insights.

Benefit from traveling with your own private guide to explore Blue Mountains National Park on this personalized full-day tour from Sydney. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed park features an abundance of natural wonders including the Three Sisters rock formations, Wentworth Falls, native Australian animals at Featherdale Wildlife Park, and picturesque Katoomba and Leura. Customize your itinerary, and have the option to return on a scenic Parramatta River cruise.

See Sydney highlights from the water on this scenic harbor tour. Over the course of the morning, cruise from Darling Harbour past landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. See Watsons Bay, penguins, North Head Quarantine Station, and lovely waterside homes. Stop at local beaches to swim and explore before your return to Darling Harbour.