Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
A 5-hour sea kayak tour departing Jervis Bay where you paddle to secluded beaches with white sand and spot marine wildlife including seals, dolphins and seasonal whales. All gear is provided and guided throughout. Suits anyone with moderate fitness who wants to paddle rather than hike, combining exercise with genuine wildlife-watching chances rather than guaranteed sightings.
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 — professional-quality shots of you framed by iconic landmarks are included at no extra charge.
A 2.5-hour small-group bat experience where you'll observe around 6,000 flying foxes — Australia's largest bats with 3-foot wingspans — in their natural habitat. You'll watch them in daytime activity, learn about the endangered species, and take photographs with supplied high-zoom cameras. Luxury coach transport, a professional guide, binoculars, water, and snacks are included. This is Sydney's only dedicated bat-watching tour.
A 90-minute wine blending class at McCaffrey's Estate where you'll taste and blend your own red wine to take home. Suited to wine newcomers and experienced drinkers alike, the experience keeps groups intimate at 2–14 people, letting you work hands-on with the winemaker to create a custom bottle that reflects your palate.
A 6.5-hour brewery and distillery tour covering four venues across Byron Bay with included tastings, lunch, and minivan transport. You'll visit a rotating selection of locals like Stone and Wood, Byron Bay Brewery, Lord Byron Distillery and Cape Byron Distillery, sampling 15–20 drinks total (beer, cider, wine or spirits) at each stop with guided tastings. Lunch with dietary accommodation is included. Departs 11 AM and suits anyone keen to taste rather than rush.
An 8-hour private tour combining World Heritage Blue Mountains scenery with close-contact wildlife encounters at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Groups of 4–20 travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated guide, taking in both signature lookouts and quieter spots across the range. Entry to the wildlife park and Aussie morning tea are included; you'll need to arrange your own lunch. Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and return are part of the package.
A 7-hour guided day trip combining native wildlife encounters at Australian Reptile Park with boomerang throwing and all-you-can-eat BBQ lunch. You'll hand-feed koalas and kangaroos, learn boomerang technique, and enjoy Australian wine and cheese between activities. Suits families, groups and solo travellers; vegetarian and vegan meals available. Transport, park entry, lunch and activities all included. Bookings contribute $2 per day to koala conservation.
A two-hour private surf lesson in Byron Bay with an instructor who assesses conditions and your ability to pick the best beach and wave height for learning. You'll work with a large quiver of soft boards and intermediate equipment across ten local breaks, designed for people new to surfing or ready to progress past basics. Lessons are tailored to suit whatever the ocean's doing on the day.
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.
A private nine-hour guided tour of Royal National Park combining coastal walks, scenic lookouts and flexible exploration. You'll trek to Wedding Cake Rock with its distinctive white sandstone cliffs, visit Wattamolla Beach and waterfall, and choose between native wildlife viewing or beach exploration. Your guide adjusts pace and walking distance to your group's fitness level, provides lunch and snacks, and shares knowledge of the park's geology, flora and fauna.
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 — including Chinese women — whose contributions rarely feature in standard heritage narratives. Suited to anyone wanting a less conventional take on Sydney's past.
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 — no special fitness required, though it's not ideal if you have heart concerns.
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 landmarks—the Harbour Bridge, The Rocks—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.
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 — making it equally suited to families wanting a slow cruise or small groups after a water-based day out.
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.
A 15-minute private helicopter flight departing Cessnock that circles the Pokolbin wine region and the Broken Back Range. You'll see the Hunter Valley landscape from the air in a small aircraft—ideal for a quick scenic experience without a full-day commitment. Groups are capped at three people, so it's intimate but not a solo option.
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.
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.
An 8-hour guided tour of the Blue Mountains that tailors its route to what you've already seen, so returning visitors can explore lesser-known valleys and rock formations. You'll visit multiple viewpoints across the range, stop for lunch at a local café, and return to your accommodation or Katoomba station by day's end. Groups max out at 4 people, keeping the experience intimate and flexible.
A 2-hour guided sunrise hike to Cape Byron Lighthouse combining walking, yoga and breathwork. You'll meet your guide an hour before dawn for a local herbal tea and trail mix, then trek through rainforest and along clifftops to witness Australia's first sunrise at the country's easternmost point. The experience weaves yogic and ayurvedic practices into the walk, positioning it as spiritual wellness rather than pure hiking.
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.
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 — useful if you're arriving by cruise ship and need tight timing coordination.
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.
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.
A 6-day East Coast surfing and camping adventure for beginners and intermediate surfers who want to learn in small groups at established breaks like Byron Bay and Seal Rocks. You'll camp under the stars, receive daily lessons with video analysis, eat provided breakfasts and dinners, and experience Indigenous culture along the way. Maximum 9 people keeps the group intimate and coaching personalised.
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 — no fixed itinerary, no group schedule.
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.
A 2-hour jet ski safari on the Hawkesbury River where you ride your own machine with no licence or prior experience required. You'll explore the northern reaches of Sydney's waterway at your own pace, with all equipment and safety gear provided. This is the only unlicensed jet ski operation in New South Wales, making it a genuine point of difference if you want to pilot your own vessel without bureaucratic barriers.
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.
A 10-hour wildlife safari through the Southern Highlands, departing Sydney late morning to spot kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, emus and occasionally platypus across private farmland and bushland. Your guide explains the Great Western Wildlife Corridor—a crucial habitat link for animal movement—while you search river edges at dusk and finish with a spotlight walk for gliders and possums after dinner at a heritage pub. Suits keen nature observers with moderate fitness who want genuine wildlife encounters beyond city limits.
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 — all from a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a private guide. Suits travellers who want broad coverage without the pace of a larger group.
A private, customised full-day wine tour of the Hunter Valley for up to four people, led by Clive, a local resident and wine enthusiast with decades of valley knowledge. You'll visit cellar doors at your own pace with no fixed itinerary — the route adapts to your interests. Includes private transport and water; tasting fees and lunch are separate costs. Ideal for couples or small groups who want flexibility and personal attention rather than a standard group experience.
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 — 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.
An 11-hour Blue Mountains and wildlife tour combining national park exploration with native animal spotting in natural settings. You'll watch wallabies and kangaroos away from the main tourist routes, catch sunset views, and enjoy afternoon tea with seasonal fruit and biscuits. Moderate fitness required; lunch in the heritage town of Leura is on your own account.
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.
An 11-hour Blue Mountains tour in a small-group 4WD vehicle for up to 5 people, designed to access less-visited lookouts beyond the standard Three Sisters circuit. You'll travel in a Land Rover Discovery with morning and afternoon tea included (fresh fruit, biscuits, tea and coffee), stop for lunch in Leura's cafes at your own cost, and experience a mix of scenic driving and walking at various vantage points. Suits those after a more intimate, off-the-beaten-path take on the region.
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A 10-hour private Blue Mountains tour with hotel pickup and return, combining wildlife encounters at Featherdale with Scenic World's four attractions. You'll hand-feed quokkas and kangaroos, photograph koalas, and spend two hours at Scenic World experiencing the Skyway, Cableway, Walkway, and Railway. This door-to-door charter suits families and groups seeking a structured full-day itinerary without the need to coordinate public transport or multiple bookings.
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.
Extreme acrobatic flight in a high-performance Extra 330LX departing Bankstown Airport, lasting 25 minutes. You'll climb steeply toward Sydney's Northern Beaches, descend to 500 feet for a coastal run past Palm Beach (watching for whales and dolphins), then climb to 2,500 feet to execute an aggressive aerobatic sequence involving up to 8G forces — the sort of manoeuvres military pilots train for. Built from carbon fibre and steel, the aircraft handles these extreme loads while staying light. Solo thrill-seekers only.
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.