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Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local
β˜… 5.0 (134)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

A 3-hour sea kayak adventure through Sydney Harbour that takes you to Goat Island, a public-access-restricted site included with a special permit. You'll paddle past the Harbour Bridge, explore the island's natural features, and return via Darling Harbour. Your guide is a qualified local with photography credentials β€” professional-quality shots of you framed by iconic landmarks are included at no extra charge.

3 hoursfrom AUD $128
Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (53)
πŸ›• Culture & History
Australia

Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney

A 2-hour walking tour through East Sydney (Darlinghurst) exploring the suburb's prohibition-era gang violence, notorious murders, and vice operations alongside its Victorian architecture and cultural history. You'll visit crime scenes, former homes of gang leaders, the old prison gates, and learn about the area's largely forgotten LGBT and African American jazz influences before ending at Kinselas Hotel, a converted 1930s funeral parlour. Suits history buffs and true crime enthusiasts comfortable with mature subject matter.

2 hoursfrom AUD $45
Sydney City Walking Tour
β˜… 5.0 (49)
πŸ›• Culture & History
Australia

Sydney City Walking Tour

A 2-hour walking tour through Sydney's CBD exploring the city's layered history from Aboriginal leadership through European settlement and beyond. You'll visit some of Australia's oldest European buildings, hear stories of corruption and crime that shaped the city, and discover lesser-known sites and myths often overlooked in standard histories. The tour covers formation, notable residents, underground secrets, and architectural highlights across the city centre.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50
Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast
β˜… 5.0 (48)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast

A full-day coastal tour from Sydney to Jervis Bay and the South Coast, visiting five major stops including clifftop lookouts, beaches and national park scenery. You'll depart Sydney Central early morning, travel through 10–12 hours of exploration with a guide, and return by evening. The standout inclusion is professional drone footage and photos of your day, plus snorkelling gear β€” useful if you want to explore rock pools or shallows at Hyams Beach or Cave Beach.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $245
Eastern Sydney Panorama trike tour
β˜… 5.0 (45)
πŸ” Adventure & Sports
Australia

Eastern Sydney Panorama trike tour

A 90-minute open-air trike tour through eastern Sydney's coastline and landmarks. You'll ride as a passenger on an accredited rider's trike, feeling wind and sun while covering scenic routes at a relaxed pace. Helmets and jackets provided. Suits anyone after a different way to see the city without the enclosed feeling of a car or bus β€” no special fitness required, though it's not ideal if you have heart concerns.

1h 30mfrom AUD $160
Private City Tour: Best of Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (43)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private City Tour: Best of Sydney

A five- to six-hour private city tour of Sydney in a luxury SUV, tailored to your pace and interests. You'll visit both famous landmarksβ€”the Harbour Bridge, The Rocksβ€”and quieter spots like Foreshore Hermitage Park and Strickland House that standard group tours skip. Your guide provides historical context throughout, and you can build flexibility into the route: pause for photos at Parsley Bay, grab lunch at Watsons Bay on your own, or linger wherever captures your attention.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $385
Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise
β˜… 5.0 (40)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise

A 4-hour harbour cruise aboard a luxury sports cruiser combining scenic views of Sydney's iconic landmarks with lunch at a contemporary waterside restaurant. You'll cruise past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, visit secluded national park waterways where penguins and seals live, and see waterfront mansions, all in a small group of up to 10 passengers with live commentary throughout.

4 hoursfrom AUD $450
Self Drive Boat Hire Sydney Harbour (No license required)
β˜… 5.0 (39)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Self Drive Boat Hire Sydney Harbour (No license required)

Self-drive boat hire in Sydney Harbour on Coral, a six-person cruiser that needs no license or prior experience. You'll receive training before taking the helm for a leisurely 7-hour exploration at speeds up to 11 km/h. The boat includes a picnic table, full weather protection inside and out, and a cabin β€” making it equally suited to families wanting a slow cruise or small groups after a water-based day out.

7 hoursfrom AUD $510
Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour
β˜… 5.0 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour

A 6-hour small-group tour that balances Sydney's iconic sights with lesser-known local spots and history. You'll cover the landmarks that matter without overcrowding the itinerary, guided by someone who knows the city well. Hotel pickup is included, plus water and snacks; meals are on you. Suits anyone after a measured, local-focused introduction to the city rather than a frenetic hit list.

6 hoursfrom AUD $995
Sydney City Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (35)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney City Private Tour

An 8-hour private Sydney tour with a local guide who tailors the itinerary to your interests. You'll see harbour landmarks like the Opera House and Bondi Beach, with flexibility to swap in galleries, architecture, museums, inner-city suburbs, or cafes depending on what appeals. Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle with hotel or port pickup included β€” useful if you're arriving by cruise ship and need tight timing coordination.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1838
Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views
β˜… 5.0 (34)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

A private full-day tour of the Blue Mountains from Sydney with a dedicated local guide, taking in escarpments, rainforests, waterfalls and the Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point. You'll have a flexible itinerary with time for walks, photo stops and village exploration around Leura, all in a luxury vehicle with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Best suited to those wanting a customised experience without the constraints of a group schedule.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $544
Private Catamaran Hire on Sydney Harbour
β˜… 5.0 (32)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Private Catamaran Hire on Sydney Harbour

A private catamaran charter for up to 30 guests on Sydney Harbour, bookable for 3–4 hours. The Kirralee is a 10.5-metre Australian-built catamaran with open-plan design, spacious cabin and cockpit areas, and both indoor and outdoor seating. Bring your own food and drinks, or use the on-board BBQ and have the crew cook for you. Pick-up and drop-off points are flexible across the harbour.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $1725
Badass Women of Sydney: Meet the Women Who Shaped the City
β˜… 5.0 (30)
πŸ›• Culture & History
Australia

Badass Women of Sydney: Meet the Women Who Shaped the City

A two-hour guided walking tour through Sydney's city centre focusing on the women who shaped the city's history and development. Led by She Shapes History, you'll explore Macquarie Street and The Rocks to discover the stories of pub owners, nurses, writers, and community builders β€” including Chinese women β€” whose contributions rarely feature in standard heritage narratives. Suited to anyone wanting a less conventional take on Sydney's past.

2 hoursfrom AUD $60
Forkabout Sydney foodie walking tour
β˜… 5.0 (30)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Forkabout Sydney foodie walking tour

A 3–4 hour walking food tour through Sydney hosted by local guides who stop at 5–6 food vendors, share neighbourhood secrets and menu tips, and point out the city's architecture and cultural landmarks along the way. Suits anyone keen to eat well and meet other food-focused travellers, though it's not suitable for vegans or those with coeliac disease.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $149
Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour from Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (27)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour from Sydney

A 10-hour private wine tour through Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region, tailored to your interests and pace. You'll visit boutique wineries and gourmet food producers, sampling Semillon and Shiraz alongside lesser-known varietals. Your own driver picks you up from Sydney and takes you where you want to go β€” no fixed itinerary, no group schedule.

10 hoursfrom AUD $994
Sunrise Paddle Session on Sydney Harbour (single kayak)
β˜… 5.0 (27)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sunrise Paddle Session on Sydney Harbour (single kayak)

A 2-hour guided kayak paddle on Sydney Harbour timed for sunrise, offering close-up views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Luna Park from the water. Suited to first-timers and families with kids aged 12+, this experience prioritises safety and photo opportunities across all fitness levels. You'll paddle a single kayak with a qualified guide leading small groups through one of Australia's most recognisable waterways.

2 hoursfrom AUD $179
Sydney Harbour - Sailing Hands-On Experience
β˜… 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sydney Harbour - Sailing Hands-On Experience

A hands-on sailing experience on a 24ft keelboat departing from Manly, where you can help raise sails and take the helm, or simply watch from the water. Over 1.5 to 2.5 hours, you'll cruise past waterfront estates and discover hidden beaches, with views of Sydney's landmarks depending on conditions and which cruise length you choose. Professional skippers lead the experience, and basic swimming skills are recommended but not required.

1h 30m – 2h 30mfrom AUD $120
Sydney: Royal National Park Coastal Hike, Rainforest, Picnic
β˜… 5.0 (22)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Sydney: Royal National Park Coastal Hike, Rainforest, Picnic

A 10-hour full-day coastal hike through Royal National Park combining sandstone ridgelines, rainforest and lagoon swimming. Small groups with a host-led, flexible pace rather than a set itinerary. You'll walk roughly 8 km at moderate difficulty, taking in Wedding Cake or Eagle Rock, swim and picnic at Wattamolla Lagoon, explore old-growth rainforest, then return via the Grand Pacific Drive and Sea Cliff Bridge. Suits hikers wanting a slower, personable day rather than a tick-box tour.

10 hoursfrom AUD $300
Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney

A 10-hour private guided tour of the Blue Mountains departing from your Sydney location, with a local driver, national park access, and a winery visit in Megalong Valley included. You'll travel in your own vehicle to viewpoints inaccessible to large groups, spot wild kangaroos, see waterfalls and rainforest, and finish with wine tastings. Refreshments and onboard wifi are provided; lunch is separate.

10 hoursfrom AUD $2264
Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour

A 10–12 hour private tour combining Sydney's iconic landmarks with Blue Mountains World Heritage scenery in one day. You'll travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes or Hyundai, capacity 8–9 passengers) with fuel, tolls and national park entry included. Suited to time-pressed visitors wanting both coastal city views and mountain wilderness without multiple bookings or public transport changes.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $878
Sydney: PRIVATE City Highlights & Ocean Front Luxe Tour (4h)
β˜… 5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney: PRIVATE City Highlights & Ocean Front Luxe Tour (4h)

A private 4-hour guided tour of Sydney's key landmarks in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver-guide. You'll see the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Bondi Beach, Paddington, and coastal viewpoints like The Gap, with commentary covering Aboriginal heritage, colonial history, and contemporary culture. Suited to first-timers, cruise passengers, or anyone wanting a curated introduction without the group-tour pace.

4 hoursfrom AUD $505
Sydney Private Half Day Tour: Beaches, History & Icons
β˜… 5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney Private Half Day Tour: Beaches, History & Icons

A 4-hour private tour covering Sydney's iconic landmarks and harbour beaches in a single sweep. You'll see the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, visit Bondi Beach and quieter spots like Camp Cove and Milk Beach, and hear stories from Sydney's colonial past β€” all from a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a private guide. Suits travellers who want broad coverage without the pace of a larger group.

4 hoursfrom AUD $387
Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD for 1 to 2 pax
β˜… 5.0 (19)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD for 1 to 2 pax

A private airport transfer from Sydney Airport to any CBD or accommodation address for 1–2 passengers in a climate-controlled minivan. The service includes up to 2 checked bags and carry-ons, suits families with young children, and comes with real-time driver tracking via your phone. Travel time varies with traffic; the operator holds multiple years of TripAdvisor excellence ratings.

from AUD $195
Private Hunter Valley Luxury Tour From Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (18)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Hunter Valley Luxury Tour From Sydney

A private 10.5-hour luxury tour from Sydney to Hunter Valley for up to 11 passengers, departing 8am. You'll drive through Mt Ku-ring-gai National Park and cross the Hawkesbury River (with optional cafe break), then spend the afternoon at boutique wineries tasting locally made wines and regional specialities. The itinerary is flexible β€” add cheese and olive tastings, a distillery, brewery, cider house, or chocolate maker depending on your interests. Private car with air conditioning, WiFi and water included; lunch is separate.

10h 30mfrom AUD $1090
Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai
β˜… 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

A private 9-hour guided tour covering Sydney's northern beaches and coastal landmarks, designed for your group alone. You'll visit Georges Heights, Manly and Shelley beaches, North Head, Palm Beach's Barrenjoey Lighthouse, and Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, with your guide preparing lunch at a scenic lookout and offering optional stops at Taronga Zoo or a local microbrewery. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included.

9 hoursfrom AUD $530
Private Tour: Sydney South Coast & Highlands
β˜… 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Tour: Sydney South Coast & Highlands

A 9–10 hour private guided tour combining coastal NSW towns, rural highlands and Kangaroo Valley with your own driver and vehicle. You'll move between beachside settlements and countryside at a pace that suits your group, with hotel pick-up and all park entry fees built in. Best suited to groups who want flexibility without the constraints of a coach tour schedule.

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $748
Sydney Opera House and Aussie Animals Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney Opera House and Aussie Animals Private Tour

A private 4-hour tour combining Featherdale Wildlife Park and the Sydney Opera House interior. You'll start with up-close encounters with kangaroos, koalas and native animals, then move to a guided walk through the Opera House's concert halls and foyers, learning its architectural and cultural history. Hotel or airport pickup is included. Suits those wanting to sample both Sydney's natural icons and built heritage in a single outing without group logistics.

4 hoursfrom AUD $550
Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Private Tour

An 8-hour private tour of Sydney that combines major landmarks with neighbourhood exploration, tailored to your pace and interests. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide providing live commentary, covering both the postcard sights and quieter local favourites. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included, though meals are your own cost. Best suited to groups wanting flexibility and personalised routing without fighting crowds at standard stops.

8 hoursfrom AUD $478
Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour

A private 5–7 hour guided tour of Sydney that you shape to your interestsβ€”history, culture, food, or views. Rocky Road Tours operates smaller vehicles that access spots large coach tours can't reach, and you set the pace rather than stick to a set itinerary. Includes private transport, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle throughout.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $399
Private 2 Hour Highlights Cruise of Sydney Harbour - Up to 6
β˜… 5.0 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Private 2 Hour Highlights Cruise of Sydney Harbour - Up to 6

A private 2-hour harbour cruise for up to 6 people departing Darling Harbour into Sydney Harbour. You'll board a timber vessel with an experienced skipper, enjoy Australian cheese and sparkling wine, and watch the sunset over the city skyline from the water. The boat operates in all weather, so bring layers.

2 hoursfrom AUD $950
Sydney: PRIVATE Blue Mountains, Wildlife & Cruise Luxe Tour (10h)
β˜… 5.0 (16)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney: PRIVATE Blue Mountains, Wildlife & Cruise Luxe Tour (10h)

A 10-hour private tour combining Blue Mountains scenery, wildlife encounters, and a scenic ferry return to Sydney. You'll walk through eucalyptus forests to a secluded waterfall, see the Three Sisters rock formation, learn about Aboriginal culture, stop for lunch in Leura, visit a wildlife park to hand-feed kangaroos and meet koalas, and cruise back on Sydney Harbour Ferry. Pickup from CBD hotels included; suits families, groups, and anyone wanting a full-day escape without the hassle of public transport or set itineraries.

10 hoursfrom AUD $934
Access the Inaccessible: Sydney Luxury Golf Packages
β˜… 5.0 (16)
πŸ” Adventure & Sports
Australia

Access the Inaccessible: Sydney Luxury Golf Packages

A 6-hour luxury golf package granting access to Sydney's most exclusive private coursesβ€”New South Wales Golf Club, Pennant Hills, St. Michael's or The Coastβ€”with Porsche Cayenne transport, premium Callaway clubs, motorised cart, and a curated game-day kit. You'll play as a guest at clubs normally closed to the public, ideal for experienced golfers seeking prestige and polish without the membership barrier.

6 hoursfrom AUD $769
Sydney Small Bars and Street Art Tour
β˜… 5.0 (15)
🍹 Nightlife
Australia

Sydney Small Bars and Street Art Tour

A 3-hour guided tour hitting 3 small bars across two Sydney neighbourhoods while learning street art history from a local expert. Your first drink (beer or wine) is included. Wednesday tours explore Newtown and Enmore Road starting at the iconic 'I Have A Dream' mural; Saturday tours cover Redfern and Chippendale from the Old Clare Hotel. Suits solo travellers, groups, couples, non-drinkers and locals after a different night out.

3 hoursfrom AUD $73
Sydney Harbour Twilight Cruise
β˜… 5.0 (15)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sydney Harbour Twilight Cruise

A 90-minute private harbour cruise at dusk aboard a luxury vessel, with French champagne included. You'll drift past Sydney's signature landmarksβ€”Opera House, Harbour Bridge, waterfront mansionsβ€”as daylight fades, with personalised commentary throughout. It's a relaxed way to see the harbour's best angles without consuming your entire afternoon, and suits anyone after an elegant wind-down rather than an action-packed outing.

1h 30mfrom AUD $1480
Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch
β˜… 5.0 (15)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch

An 11.5-hour wine and beer tour through the Hunter Valley, departing from Sydney. You'll visit 2–3 small family-run wineries with behind-the-scenes production tours, taste wines or local beers at each stop, enjoy shared lunch (often wood-fired pizza at a winery), and finish with either chocolate or beer tastings and local spirits. Groups are small (12–22 per vehicle), prioritising producer meet-and-greets over big-coach tourism.

11h 30mfrom AUD $285
Sydney: National Park Hike, Aboriginal Rock Art & Oyster tasting
β˜… 5.0 (14)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Sydney: National Park Hike, Aboriginal Rock Art & Oyster tasting

An 8-hour guided hike through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park combining coastal bushwalking, Aboriginal rock art sites including the Red Hand Cave, and a beachside swim stop at West Head Beach. You'll pace the walk to match your energy, take in views across Pittwater and the Hawkesbury, then finish with oyster tasting at a waterside farm on the way back to the city. Includes picnic with local cheeses and produce, plus hotel or airport pick-up.

8 hoursfrom AUD $300
Whale Watching on Speed Boat with canopy from Sydney Harbour
β˜… 5.0 (14)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Whale Watching on Speed Boat with canopy from Sydney Harbour

A 2-hour speed boat whale-watching trip departing Sydney Harbour into the Tasman Sea, built for pace and unobstructed viewing. You'll travel on Sydney's fastest commercial vessel β€” designed low and open β€” to locate migrating pods and photograph them up close. Best suited to those comfortable with high-speed water travel and wanting a more intimate, fast-paced alternative to larger touring boats.

2 hoursfrom AUD $139
Kickstart Sydney Half-Day Private Tour
β˜… 5.0 (14)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Kickstart Sydney Half-Day Private Tour

A 4-hour private tour covering Sydney's major landmarks in your own vehicle with an experienced guide. You'll move at your own pace through iconic sites without the constraint of group schedules or fixed stops. The air-conditioned car and bottled water are included, making it a comfortable introduction to the city's layout and highlights. Best suited to first-time visitors, groups wanting flexibility, or anyone who prefers private transport to larger tour groups.

4 hoursfrom AUD $404
Sydney Whale Watching on Small RIB
β˜… 5.0 (14)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sydney Whale Watching on Small RIB

A 2-hour whale-watching RIB tour with just 12 passengers maximum, designed for speed and intimacy rather than the comfort of larger ferries. You'll travel at pace to prime viewing zones along the Sydney coast, guided by an experienced crew who explain whale behaviour and marine ecology as you watch. The boat's compact size and high-speed capability mean faster access to where the whales are, and if you don't spot any, you can return free of charge.

2 hoursfrom AUD $139
Private Hunter Valley Wine-Tasting Day Tour from Sydney
β˜… 5.0 (13)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Hunter Valley Wine-Tasting Day Tour from Sydney

A private 10-hour wine tour from Sydney for up to 7 guests, with hotel pickup from the CBD. You'll visit up to 4 boutique wineries in Hunter Valley's central zone, tasting a range of grape varieties and styles. The operator selects wineries by default, though you can request specific venues (subject to availability and potential tasting fees). Optional add-ons include cheese, craft beer, and spirits tastings; lunch is at your own cost.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1638
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