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On arrival at Sydney airport you will be transferred by coach to your Sydney accommodation by Trip Shuttle Operated by Royale. An optional upgrade to private car transfers is available. You are then free to spend the rest of day exploring Sydney at your own pace. Overnight stay in Sydney Hotel.
After Breakfast at the hotel, spend the morning at leisure before joining your Bondi Beach & Sydney Sights Tour. The afternoon half day tour is a thorough introduction to Sydney and its neighbours. Tour through the historic Rocks area and take in views of the Opera House, Hyde Park, St Mary’s Cathedral, Parliament House and the Art Gallery. Stop at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair for magnificent views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Visit The Gap and enjoy stunning views. Stop at the world-famous Bondi Beach and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Join the coach for your return to Sydney, travelling through Paddington and the exclusive Eastern suburbs. Overnight stay in Sydney Hotel.
After Breakfast, begin your Tour to discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife whilst you explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. This rugged and beautiful region forms part of the Great Dividing Range, linking tropical north to temperate south, while dividing coastal cities from the vast Outback. Enjoy a stop at Echo Point and see the famous Three Sisters rock formation and have an opportunity to visit the Waradah Aboriginal Centre and hear the ancient Aboriginal legends of this impressive rock formation (own expense). Arrive at Scenic World and join the optional Blue Mountain rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway (own expense). These rides are a great way to see the steep valleys, canyons and Three Sisters rock formation. Discover Leura village where you will have free time for lunch or the chance to wander the streets. Next, we enjoy an afternoon encounter at Featherdale Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little fairy penguins. Our last stop will be at Homebush Bay, the venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Here, you have the opportunity to catch your river cruise vessel back to Sydney and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River (own expense). If you do not wish to join the ferry, the coach will arrive in Sydney at approximately 5.45pm. Hotel drop offs to most city hotels are available; your Driver guide will ask you at the
end of the day where you would like to be dropped off.
After the scrumptious Breakfast, we will check out at appropriate time and drive to the airport for your flight back home. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. We would like you to spare a few minutes to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and give us your suggestions.
Sydney
"The complete Australian experience"
Sydney is Australia's largest city and its most iconic tourist destination. Home to the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, this city is a mix of the country's best beaches, coastal and hilly hikes, modern art galleries, affluent shopping and lavish fine dining. Australia has fast evolved as a melting pot of cultures from across the world, and Sydney is perhaps the city which epitomises that the most anywhere in the country.
The shores of Sydney are synonymous with some of the best surf spots in Australia. A much-loved sport across the country, surfers from across the country and outside descend upon the city each year to tackle the waves. Being an important coastal city, seafood is another essential part of the experience the city has to offer. Many renowned Michelin-starred restaurants in the city offer sumptuous dishes highlighting the quality of the local marine fauna.
Sydney also offers a plethora of activities and sights for urban tourists who love exploring the innards of a modern-day metropolis. A cruise against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sipping some coffee in the cafe of the Sydney Opera House are highly recommended. Large parks dotted around the city are great spots to lay back and relax on a sunny Australian day.
Must Know Before You Visit Sydney
1. Hotel stays, restaurant bookings and sometimes popular tours should be booked well in advance as they get easily sold out due to Sydney being a very touristy city. Travellers should especially be mindful of this when travelling in the peak season for Australia.
2. Getting an Opal card, which can used to avail all modes of public transport within the city (even ferries) is a great way to save money and time when visiting Sydney.
3. When using the public transport system, always keep some amount of time as a buffer period when heading somewhere as Sydney is crowded and jam packed most of the time.
4. Travellers are advised to carry plenty of hats, caps and sunscreesn as the sun can get hot in Sydney especially during the summers.
5. While Beer is beloved in Australia, many beaches, parks and public zones are strictly alcohol free zones and any violation attracts hefty fines or other penalties.
Things To Do In Sydney
1. Sydney Opera House
Undoubtedly Sydney's number one tourist attraction, the Sydney Opera House is world famous. This landmark structure, built on a narrow stretch of land surrounded by water makes for a definite visit. The Sydney Opera House is an iconic structure of the city, located on Bennelong point. It is also recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Revel in the beauty of this structure, by simply taking a walk around it, eating in its restaurants and hanging around its lobbies. Or get a full guided tour into the building, its history, rooms, halls, and even backstage where the performers all put on their armour. A trip to Sydney is incomplete without a picture at the Opera.
2. Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is a well known hangout spot in the city. It is a buzzing pedestrian area, full with loads of shops, exhibitions, museums, and whole lot of bars and restaurants.
3. Bondi Beach
Sydney is known for its beaches and none is more popular than the Bondi. Attracting hordes of people every year, the Bondi beach is a fantastic place for relaxing, swimming, surfing, having a round beach volleyball, or just soaking up the Aussie sun.
4. Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic landmark of the city that connects the North Shore Sydney with the CBD. Built in 1932, the combination of the bridge, the Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House has become the most popular portrait of Sydney. It is the tallest steel arch bridge in the world.
5. Royal Botanical Gardens
Located next to the iconic Sydney Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney are a massive green space found close to the hustle and bustle of the city’s CBD. Spanning about 30 hectares, these gardens provide a tranquil setting to enjoy a picnic and some fresh air as you are treated to scenic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the Harbour.
6. The Rocks
The Rocks is a famous Sydney neighbourhood, just extending into the Sydney Harbour. It is a historic locality and was actually the first place the Europeans settled in. It has a plethora of activites and attractions to indulge in.
7. Taronga Zoo
The Tarongo Zoo is a massive zoological park in the prime suburb of Mosman. Just overlooking the Sydney Harbour, it is home to over 4000 animals.
8. Queen Victoria Building
Built in the late 19th century in the Romanesque Revival style, the Queen Victoria Building is a beautiful piece of architecture, quite appropriately housing some of the best and up-scale shopping brands.
9. Hyde Park
Near the city centre, the Hyde Park is a vast spread of green land. The beautiful park is full of green lawns, pretty flowers and rich trees, and also has the Archibald Fountain and Anzac War Memorial.
10. Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
This expansive Aquarium is located in the popular precinct of Darling Harbour and houses a huge collection of aquatic animals, with various different exhibits and over 700 species.
11. Sydney Tower
The Sydney Tower is the tallest structure in the city and forms a prominent part of Sydney's skyline. Featuring a shopping centre, restaurants and entertainment facilities, the prime attraction of the tower is the Sydney Tower Eye, an observation deck 250 metres above the ground, granting visitors an unforgettable view of Sydney’s cityscape.
12. Luna Park
Luna Park is Sydney's prime amusement park, and has been so since 1932. The park has a simple collection of rides and is a favourite, obviously, among the kids.
13. China Town
Sydney's Chinatown is a tourist hotspot. Travellers and locals alike flock to Chinatown to taste the cuisines, shop and absorb the culture is small space between Darling Harbour and Central Station.
14. Circular Quay
Circular Quay is an absolutely buzzing place. From cafes, restaurants and little shops, to street performers dazzling the onlookers and tourists rushing for harbour cruises, it's quite the place to be.
15. Australian Museum
Situated on College Street, the Australian Museum is the country's oldest standing museum, globally reputed for it's collections in natural history and anthropology. The age old museum was first opened in 1827. It moved to it's current location in 1849. By the end of the 19th century, various expeditions were launched to collect more artefacts.
16. Powerhouse Museum
The Powerhouse Museum is a fascinating science museum that was established in 1879. It houses a collection of fascinating objects and items dating from the period it was established to present day. The museum is a wing of of the Museum of Applied Sciences, Sydney and houses more than 4,00,000 items used in various fields in the last 125 years, including transportation, communication, media, IT and so on.
17. St. Mary's Cathedral
The St. Mary's Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney. There have been many Roman Catholic cathedrals in Sydney over the years, but the present cathedral was built in 1868.
18. Cockatoo Island
Dotted with charming industrial relics, the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Cockatoo Island sits in the middle of Sydney Harbour in New South Wales, Australia. A kaleidoscopic blend of convict and wartime history, this little island is one of Sydney’s best-kept secret. Previously this place was used as a prison and houses a massive shipyard where naval vessels and boats were repaired during the Second World War.
19. Chinese Garden Of Friendship
The Chinese Garden Of Friendship is a tranquil lush green oasis located at the southern side of Darling Harbour. This spectacular Garden follows the Yin-Yang style and it was built in 1986. The Garden signifies the Friendship between Sydney and Guangdong China. It features beautiful pathways, exotic plants, colourful blooming flowers, soothing water bodies and a wonderful man-made lake filled with Koi fish.
20. Blue Mountains
The beautiful Blue Mountains are situated in New South Wales, in Sydney, and are one of the most remarkable attractions in Australia. This mountain range, which is spread over an area of 11,400 square kilometres, was formed from a sandstone bedrock from a dissected plateau.
What are the top sightseeing places in Sydney?
The top sightseeing places in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, The Rocks.
Which are the best adventure sports to do in sydney?
1. White Water Rafting: White Water Rafting is one of the most loved sport that you can try out in Sydney as it is open for both beginners as well as veterans. You just need to tuck into the protection gears and then take a thrilling splash into the calm and vicious rapids.
2. Shark Diving: Shark diving is truly one of the most loved adventure sports that tourists love to try out during their visit. This will be a once in a lifetime experience when you will witness the extensive underwater life. You will get to see large sharks floating just next to you.
3. Bungee Jumping: Bungee Jumping lets you jump from a great height enjoying the free fall from an elevated platform. You will be provided with necessary training so that you don’t panic during the activity.
4. Hang Gliding: Hang Gliding gives you a chance to fly freely like a bird in the air. It will surely be a dream come true adventure sport that lets you capture scenic landscapes.
How is the nightlife of Sydney?
The nightlife of Sydney is world-renowned for its vibrancy and diversity. From chic cocktail bars and clubs to rowdy pub crawls and late-night dining, there's something for everyone to enjoy after dark in this cosmopolitan city. Visitors can explore the vibrant Chinatown district or dance the night away at one of the many iconic nightclubs.
How can I commute within Sydney?
Sydney today has decently connected bus and rail services throughout the city. The train services are operated by the Transport for New South Wales, while the bus services are managed by the government and private contractors both, the former controlling the areas previously accessed by trams, and most of the others operated by the latter. Even the ferry system of Sydney is quite well adapted, with it's main terminal at Circular Quay. The Opal Travel pass makes it very easy to travel in the city. You can top it up with money and then use it on the go across all modes of transport.
Best Time To Visit Sydney
The best time to visit Sydney is Spring (September - November) or Autumn (Mid-February to May). These two periods are characterised by pleasant and dry weather, making it an excellent time for outdoor activities and exploration. Travel and accommodation costs are also considerably lesser during these months compared to the peak summer season.
On arrival at Sydney airport you will be transferred by coach to your Sydney accommodation by Trip Shuttle Operated by Royale. An optional upgrade to private car transfers is available. You are then free to spend the rest of day exploring Sydney at your own pace. Overnight stay in Sydney Hotel.
After Breakfast at the hotel, spend the morning at leisure before joining your Bondi Beach & Sydney Sights Tour. The afternoon half day tour is a thorough introduction to Sydney and its neighbours. Tour through the historic Rocks area and take in views of the Opera House, Hyde Park, St Mary’s Cathedral, Parliament House and the Art Gallery. Stop at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair for magnificent views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Visit The Gap and enjoy stunning views. Stop at the world-famous Bondi Beach and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Join the coach for your return to Sydney, travelling through Paddington and the exclusive Eastern suburbs. Overnight stay in Sydney Hotel.
After Breakfast, begin your Tour to discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife whilst you explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. This rugged and beautiful region forms part of the Great Dividing Range, linking tropical north to temperate south, while dividing coastal cities from the vast Outback. Enjoy a stop at Echo Point and see the famous Three Sisters rock formation and have an opportunity to visit the Waradah Aboriginal Centre and hear the ancient Aboriginal legends of this impressive rock formation (own expense). Arrive at Scenic World and join the optional Blue Mountain rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway (own expense). These rides are a great way to see the steep valleys, canyons and Three Sisters rock formation. Discover Leura village where you will have free time for lunch or the chance to wander the streets. Next, we enjoy an afternoon encounter at Featherdale Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little fairy penguins. Our last stop will be at Homebush Bay, the venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Here, you have the opportunity to catch your river cruise vessel back to Sydney and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River (own expense). If you do not wish to join the ferry, the coach will arrive in Sydney at approximately 5.45pm. Hotel drop offs to most city hotels are available; your Driver guide will ask you at the
end of the day where you would like to be dropped off.
After the scrumptious Breakfast, we will check out at appropriate time and drive to the airport for your flight back home. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. We would like you to spare a few minutes to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and give us your suggestions.
Sydney
"The complete Australian experience"
Sydney is Australia's largest city and its most iconic tourist destination. Home to the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, this city is a mix of the country's best beaches, coastal and hilly hikes, modern art galleries, affluent shopping and lavish fine dining. Australia has fast evolved as a melting pot of cultures from across the world, and Sydney is perhaps the city which epitomises that the most anywhere in the country.
The shores of Sydney are synonymous with some of the best surf spots in Australia. A much-loved sport across the country, surfers from across the country and outside descend upon the city each year to tackle the waves. Being an important coastal city, seafood is another essential part of the experience the city has to offer. Many renowned Michelin-starred restaurants in the city offer sumptuous dishes highlighting the quality of the local marine fauna.
Sydney also offers a plethora of activities and sights for urban tourists who love exploring the innards of a modern-day metropolis. A cruise against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sipping some coffee in the cafe of the Sydney Opera House are highly recommended. Large parks dotted around the city are great spots to lay back and relax on a sunny Australian day.
Must Know Before You Visit Sydney
1. Hotel stays, restaurant bookings and sometimes popular tours should be booked well in advance as they get easily sold out due to Sydney being a very touristy city. Travellers should especially be mindful of this when travelling in the peak season for Australia.
2. Getting an Opal card, which can used to avail all modes of public transport within the city (even ferries) is a great way to save money and time when visiting Sydney.
3. When using the public transport system, always keep some amount of time as a buffer period when heading somewhere as Sydney is crowded and jam packed most of the time.
4. Travellers are advised to carry plenty of hats, caps and sunscreesn as the sun can get hot in Sydney especially during the summers.
5. While Beer is beloved in Australia, many beaches, parks and public zones are strictly alcohol free zones and any violation attracts hefty fines or other penalties.
Things To Do In Sydney
1. Sydney Opera House
Undoubtedly Sydney's number one tourist attraction, the Sydney Opera House is world famous. This landmark structure, built on a narrow stretch of land surrounded by water makes for a definite visit. The Sydney Opera House is an iconic structure of the city, located on Bennelong point. It is also recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Revel in the beauty of this structure, by simply taking a walk around it, eating in its restaurants and hanging around its lobbies. Or get a full guided tour into the building, its history, rooms, halls, and even backstage where the performers all put on their armour. A trip to Sydney is incomplete without a picture at the Opera.
2. Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is a well known hangout spot in the city. It is a buzzing pedestrian area, full with loads of shops, exhibitions, museums, and whole lot of bars and restaurants.
3. Bondi Beach
Sydney is known for its beaches and none is more popular than the Bondi. Attracting hordes of people every year, the Bondi beach is a fantastic place for relaxing, swimming, surfing, having a round beach volleyball, or just soaking up the Aussie sun.
4. Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic landmark of the city that connects the North Shore Sydney with the CBD. Built in 1932, the combination of the bridge, the Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House has become the most popular portrait of Sydney. It is the tallest steel arch bridge in the world.
5. Royal Botanical Gardens
Located next to the iconic Sydney Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney are a massive green space found close to the hustle and bustle of the city’s CBD. Spanning about 30 hectares, these gardens provide a tranquil setting to enjoy a picnic and some fresh air as you are treated to scenic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the Harbour.
6. The Rocks
The Rocks is a famous Sydney neighbourhood, just extending into the Sydney Harbour. It is a historic locality and was actually the first place the Europeans settled in. It has a plethora of activites and attractions to indulge in.
7. Taronga Zoo
The Tarongo Zoo is a massive zoological park in the prime suburb of Mosman. Just overlooking the Sydney Harbour, it is home to over 4000 animals.
8. Queen Victoria Building
Built in the late 19th century in the Romanesque Revival style, the Queen Victoria Building is a beautiful piece of architecture, quite appropriately housing some of the best and up-scale shopping brands.
9. Hyde Park
Near the city centre, the Hyde Park is a vast spread of green land. The beautiful park is full of green lawns, pretty flowers and rich trees, and also has the Archibald Fountain and Anzac War Memorial.
10. Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
This expansive Aquarium is located in the popular precinct of Darling Harbour and houses a huge collection of aquatic animals, with various different exhibits and over 700 species.
11. Sydney Tower
The Sydney Tower is the tallest structure in the city and forms a prominent part of Sydney's skyline. Featuring a shopping centre, restaurants and entertainment facilities, the prime attraction of the tower is the Sydney Tower Eye, an observation deck 250 metres above the ground, granting visitors an unforgettable view of Sydney’s cityscape.
12. Luna Park
Luna Park is Sydney's prime amusement park, and has been so since 1932. The park has a simple collection of rides and is a favourite, obviously, among the kids.
13. China Town
Sydney's Chinatown is a tourist hotspot. Travellers and locals alike flock to Chinatown to taste the cuisines, shop and absorb the culture is small space between Darling Harbour and Central Station.
14. Circular Quay
Circular Quay is an absolutely buzzing place. From cafes, restaurants and little shops, to street performers dazzling the onlookers and tourists rushing for harbour cruises, it's quite the place to be.
15. Australian Museum
Situated on College Street, the Australian Museum is the country's oldest standing museum, globally reputed for it's collections in natural history and anthropology. The age old museum was first opened in 1827. It moved to it's current location in 1849. By the end of the 19th century, various expeditions were launched to collect more artefacts.
16. Powerhouse Museum
The Powerhouse Museum is a fascinating science museum that was established in 1879. It houses a collection of fascinating objects and items dating from the period it was established to present day. The museum is a wing of of the Museum of Applied Sciences, Sydney and houses more than 4,00,000 items used in various fields in the last 125 years, including transportation, communication, media, IT and so on.
17. St. Mary's Cathedral
The St. Mary's Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney. There have been many Roman Catholic cathedrals in Sydney over the years, but the present cathedral was built in 1868.
18. Cockatoo Island
Dotted with charming industrial relics, the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Cockatoo Island sits in the middle of Sydney Harbour in New South Wales, Australia. A kaleidoscopic blend of convict and wartime history, this little island is one of Sydney’s best-kept secret. Previously this place was used as a prison and houses a massive shipyard where naval vessels and boats were repaired during the Second World War.
19. Chinese Garden Of Friendship
The Chinese Garden Of Friendship is a tranquil lush green oasis located at the southern side of Darling Harbour. This spectacular Garden follows the Yin-Yang style and it was built in 1986. The Garden signifies the Friendship between Sydney and Guangdong China. It features beautiful pathways, exotic plants, colourful blooming flowers, soothing water bodies and a wonderful man-made lake filled with Koi fish.
20. Blue Mountains
The beautiful Blue Mountains are situated in New South Wales, in Sydney, and are one of the most remarkable attractions in Australia. This mountain range, which is spread over an area of 11,400 square kilometres, was formed from a sandstone bedrock from a dissected plateau.
What are the top sightseeing places in Sydney?
The top sightseeing places in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, The Rocks.
Which are the best adventure sports to do in sydney?
1. White Water Rafting: White Water Rafting is one of the most loved sport that you can try out in Sydney as it is open for both beginners as well as veterans. You just need to tuck into the protection gears and then take a thrilling splash into the calm and vicious rapids.
2. Shark Diving: Shark diving is truly one of the most loved adventure sports that tourists love to try out during their visit. This will be a once in a lifetime experience when you will witness the extensive underwater life. You will get to see large sharks floating just next to you.
3. Bungee Jumping: Bungee Jumping lets you jump from a great height enjoying the free fall from an elevated platform. You will be provided with necessary training so that you don’t panic during the activity.
4. Hang Gliding: Hang Gliding gives you a chance to fly freely like a bird in the air. It will surely be a dream come true adventure sport that lets you capture scenic landscapes.
How is the nightlife of Sydney?
The nightlife of Sydney is world-renowned for its vibrancy and diversity. From chic cocktail bars and clubs to rowdy pub crawls and late-night dining, there's something for everyone to enjoy after dark in this cosmopolitan city. Visitors can explore the vibrant Chinatown district or dance the night away at one of the many iconic nightclubs.
How can I commute within Sydney?
Sydney today has decently connected bus and rail services throughout the city. The train services are operated by the Transport for New South Wales, while the bus services are managed by the government and private contractors both, the former controlling the areas previously accessed by trams, and most of the others operated by the latter. Even the ferry system of Sydney is quite well adapted, with it's main terminal at Circular Quay. The Opal Travel pass makes it very easy to travel in the city. You can top it up with money and then use it on the go across all modes of transport.
Best Time To Visit Sydney
The best time to visit Sydney is Spring (September - November) or Autumn (Mid-February to May). These two periods are characterised by pleasant and dry weather, making it an excellent time for outdoor activities and exploration. Travel and accommodation costs are also considerably lesser during these months compared to the peak summer season.
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