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 Sydney CITY EXCURSIONS

Things to Do and Day Trips in and around the City
We have picked a selection of small group, above average tours.  Even if you are planning an independent itinerary in Australia, a city excursion can be a good way to get orientated in a new city or a way to see a lot in a short time.
Climb experience on the Sydney Harbour Bridge Aerial view of Sydney Harbour © Tourism NSW
 
PRICES: Sydney City Excursions and Day Trips Until 31 March 2009 1 Apr '09 - 31 Mar '10 Truly
Ref
 Per person  Adult  Child  Adult Child
Historic Sydney + Hawkesbury River + National Park:  More details... 1015
Sydney Highlights by Bicycle A$89 N/A Request N/A 1742
Sydney by Luxury Yacht:  top-of-range 4 hour Lunch Cruise A$228 A$116 Request Request 1017
Bridge Climb on week day** A$190 A$115 Request Request 1018
Bridge Climb at weekend and peak times** A$211 A$137 Request Request 1019
Helicopter:  Grand Tour of Sydney - based on 2 persons
Third person is approx. A$150		 A$325 Request Request Request 1020
Seaplane:  Cottage Point Inn lunch A$459 Request Request Request 1472
Seaplane:  Gourmet picnic lunch A$395 Request Request Request 1473
See our 'Wilderness and Outback' section for Countryside Day Tours from Sydney
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** Bridge Climb: The peak  weekend period runs from Fri night to Sun afternoon inclusive (but not Sun night).
Brief details Sydney Excursions ...
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NOTE:  Day tours are normally booked in conjunction with other travel arrangements - bookings for less than A$300 in total will incur a A$10 admin fee.
Bookings made with Truly Australia are covered by our ABTA Bond - this financial protection does NOT apply to bookings made direct with the local operator or hotel.   You are completely free to arrange your own flights to Australia - or, if you are departing from the UK, we can quote separately by Email for competitive flight prices, including in business class.
  

Brief Details of Sydney Day Trips and Excursions 
SMALL GROUP TOURING
Sydney Highlights by Bicycle
Bicycle tour of Sydney's highlightsDeparts 10.30 am 
A half day bike tour that shows you the heart of Sydney including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Royal Botanic Gardens, Hyde Park and more.  Look forward to a stop in a friendly pub half way through the tour!  Included are bicycle equipment, helmets and expert guides  who will share the unique history of Sydney with you along the way.
Historic Sydney Plus - a taste of the Hawkesbury River + Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park 
Departs:  9.00 am         Returns: 5.30 pm       (Child is 4 - 12 years)
This tour combines a walking tour of some fascinating parts of Sydney, including the Rocks area, Opera House and the Botanic Gardens, with some beautiful countryside around the Hawkesbury River and the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park.  
A beautiful Sydney northern beach vista Return to central Sydney via the northern beaches, from Palm Beach to Manly. 
Full details and prices of Historic Sydney Plus Truly ref 1015
 
 
Sydney by Luxury Cruiser:  top-of-the-range small group 4 hour Luncheon Cruise 
Cruising up the Harbour you'll pass under the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, go past The Opera House and Circular Quay and see the Rocks, Farm Cove and Mrs Macquarie's Chair.  See traditionally wealthy suburbs of Sydney, spectacular private homes and the national parks of Clarke and Shark Islands. Continue on past Watson's Bay and the famous beachside restaurant Doyles, before crossing the Harbour entrance to a lovely quiet beach surrounded by natural bushland.  The peaceful atmosphere is enhanced by the sound of a small waterfall cascading over rocks and the laughter of a Kookaburra in the trees.
This is your lunch venue and the chance to cast a fishing line or have a swim.  Enjoy a delicious lunch of seasonal seafood, cold cuts, salads, pasta, and bread with a glass of premium Australian wine or beer, as relaxation takes over, and a dessert of fruit and cheese – it's almost impossible to leave.
After this relaxing lunchtime, we continue our cruise and leisurely exploration of some of the secret areas of the harbour before arriving at Darling Harbour at 3.45pm.
Inclusions
~4 hours cruising on luxury motor cruiser in small group
~Buffet lunch
~Premium Australian beer
~Wine and soft drinks 
See Sydney Harbour on a private luxury cruiser Enjoy lunch on a private cruiser on Sydney Harbour Swim in Sydney Harbour
 
Bridge Climb
Departs:  Daily     (Child is 10 - 16 years)
Join the exhilarating climb up one of Sydney's most famous landmarks on an incredible three and a half hour adventure that will take you to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, some 134 metres above sea level. There are regular departures daily,  approx. every 10 minutes.  A professional trained Climb Leader accompanies each group and gives you interesting historical facts on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney sites.  BridgeClimb operates in all weather conditions with the exception of electrical storms. The Climb Leader is equipped with the latest in digital photographic technology and all Climbers are issued with a complimentary photograph of their Climb Group. Additional photographs are also taken which can be purchased at the conclusion of your Climb. Minimum age 12 years.
Please note that clients are breathalised before they are allowed to join the climb.
 

Helicopter - Grand Tour of Sydney
If you want to see all of Sydney but don't have much time then the Gran Tour of Sydney by Helicopter is for you. You will see the magnificent beaches of Sydney without getting any sand between your toes as your luxury helicopter sweeps along one of Australia's most scenic stretches of coastline - over Coogee, Bondi, Manly, Dee Why and Curl Curl. On the return your pilot will divert over the scenic harbour for unforgettable views where you will fly right over the top of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the magnificent city skyline. You can't get better than this - a must do!  Flight duration approximately 25-30 minutes.  Includes a free city shuttle bus service (selected hotels only) and complementary refreshments after flight (tea/coffee/orange juice).
 
Lunch by Seaplane
Cottage Point Inn, Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park near SydneyIncluding 3 course lunch and hotel pick up.
Cottage Point Inn:  Follow the coastline from the Harbour along Sydney's northern beaches and then turn inland over the majestic Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park and the Hawkesbury River.  Land on the tranquil waters of Cowan Creek where you disembark at the restaurant's private wharf for a relaxed lunch amidst the sights and sounds of Australian bushland, with views of the Hawkesbury River.  This beautiful and tranquil restaurant is perched on the waters edge in the heart of the national park and is renowned for offering exceptional modern Australian cuisine.
An alternative lunch experience is
Gourmet Picnic Lunch:  The perfect escape with views of some of Sydney's best beaches before being set down at a secluded beach with your delicious picnic, complete with bottled water and a bottle of Australian white.  You can swim and relax for three hours before your flight back to Rose Bay in Sydney.
 
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