All New South Wales Tours & Excursions in 2026

Sydney’s Chinatown is full of excellent restaurants, and this small-group tour showcases locally loved hot spots you might miss if exploring independently. Sample a range of street foods and snacks from some of Chinatown’s best restaurants, and explore Sydney’s long connection with China. At the end of the tour, get a souvenir and a guide to Chinatown, covering all the best restaurants and what to order.

With around 6,000 animals, WILD LIFE Sydney hosts a large variety of Australian animals under one roof, offering an authentic Australian wildlife experience in the heart of Sydney's Darling Harbour. Make your way through nine different habitats, and see iconic wildlife including kangaroos, koalas, butterflies, birds, crocodiles, and much more.

Ensure a reliable and hassle-free transfer to your cruise ship by pre-booking this shared departure transport from Sydney. When it’s time to start your cruise, your driver will meet you at your Sydney CBD hotel, help with your luggage, and drive you to your Sydney cruise port terminal. It’s an easy, cost-effective option that’s available for all departing cruises, so you can concentrate on enjoying your vacation.

Get out of Sydney for the day on an indulgent winery tour of the Hunter Valley. Head north of the city in a comfortable mini-coach without the hassle of driving yourself (or having to designate a driver who can’t drink). Visit three cellar doors, where you’ll sample some top local wine. Also get the chance to sample locally made chocolates and cheese, for a full culinary experience.

Escape the bustling city of Sydney on a day-trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Blue Mountains. Let your guide take care of all the logistics and driving to the beautiful great outdoors. Explore the wildlife park with tons of animals including koalas and kangaroos, see the famous Three Sisters rock formations, discover Scenic World and its amazing cliff walk, and hike the Blue Mountains.

If you’ve spent Christmas running around preparing food and serving others, Boxing Day is a great time to relax. Enjoy a relaxing yet exciting Boxing Day lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour, just as the yachts are setting out on the arduous annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Indulge in a delicious buffet of seafood and carvery meats as you sit back in your assigned seating and watch the race begin.

Leave the city bustle behind and set off late-morning for an afternoon and evening immersed in nature, wildlife, and open spaces in the stunning Southern Highlands. With your wildlife guide, you’ll explore private farmland and untouched bushland, watching for kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, emus—and, if you’re lucky, the elusive platypus. As you wander this peaceful landscape, learn about the Great Western Wildlife Corridor, a vital habitat link that helps animals move safely between the southern Blue Mountains and Morton National Park. Parrots flash through the trees, and surprises await around every corner. At dusk, visit a quiet river to search for wild platypus - a rare, magical sight. After dinner at Australia’s oldest licensed inn, finish the night spotlighting gliders, possums, and wombats before returning to Sydney. It’s a unforgettable experience that leaves you with a deeper connection to Australia’s wild side.

The Whale Watching Cruise gives you the rare opportunity to witness the majestic beauty of our migrating Humpback Whales. On the Northern migration we sight Whales traveling further out in the ocean. During the Southern migration we begin to get mothers and their new born calves coming closer to shore which gives you a chance to observe the mothers teaching and nursing their young ones. Pregnancy policy: Not recommended for passengers over 24 weeks.

Enjoy a 75 minute guided walking tour through Sydney’s iconic Circular Quay and The Rocks, led by a friendly local guide (Dave). Perfect for first time visitors, this experience combines iconic harbour views with engaging stories about Sydney’s past and present. Starting at Customs House, take in views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge while learning about the city’s origins, from Aboriginal heritage to the First Fleet. Continue into The Rocks to explore historic laneways like Nurses Walk and Suez Canal, pass Susannah Place, and hear tales of convicts, sailors and early colonial life. As the tour continues, enjoy elevated views across Circular Quay from the Cahill Expressway, offering a unique perspective of the harbour and city. Stroll next to the Royal Botanic Gardens while your guide shares insights into Sydney’s growth, with clear views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Finish at the Sydney Opera House forecourt, a memorable end to a scenic and informative walk.

Engage with authentic Aboriginal culture on this enriching cultural experience in Sydney's National Parks, starting with a traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony. Choose Your Location: Sydney North (Ku-ring-gai Chase): Coastal landscapes, ancient whale rock engravings, and insights into women's roles in Aboriginal culture. Sydney Central (La Perouse): Historic 1788 first contact site with Welcome to Country, museum visit, coastal walk, native plants, totemism, and cultural storytelling. Sydney city pickup available. Sydney South (Royal National Park): Australia's first national park featuring rock art, midden sites, and teachings on respect for Country. Led by local Aboriginal guides offering unique cultural perspectives in breathtaking landscapes. Highlights: - Traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony - Ancient rock engravings (except La Perouse) and sacred sites - Local guide maintaining cultural responsibilities to Country - Accessible walks in stunning coastal and bushland settings

Creator of the novel that inspired “The Thorn Birds” TV series, author of 24 books, Colleen McCullough lived on Norfolk Island for almost 36 years—and you get exclusive access to her property, Out Yenna, on this small-group tour. View the priceless collection of artefacts she and her Norfolk Islander husband gathered on their travels and experience the luxurious serenity that fueled McCullough’s epic novels.

Come, if you dare, on an evening stroll through Sydney’s most haunted streets. Your guide leads you on a walking tour around The Rocks district, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods and a place full of spine-tingling stories and legendary ghosts. Learn more about historical events and paranormal phenomena while your guide tells you about hauntings and ghost sightings in fascinating detail.

Reaching Jervis Bay from Sydney involves hours of driving along New South Wales' South Coast—less than ideal if you're more interested in the scenery. Hand the driving over on this full-day guided tour, which includes a private, park ranger-led koala encounter. Along the way, pause in the bayside village of Hyams Beach, snap photos of Kiama Blowhole, and enjoy free time to swim or relax at Hyams Beach.

Popular exhibitions and dock access at the Australian National Maritime Museum can be limited on busy days, especially during school holidays. Booking your ticket in advance secures entry on your chosen date and lets you plan your visit with confidence. Choose between access to special exhibitions only or select the Big Ticket, which also includes the outdoor docks and historic vessels moored at Darling Harbour.

Our tours are fully customisable to suit you. You can add as many or as few venues as you like. We can build an itinerary to suit all tastes and budgets. Our tours are 100% private, you'll never share a vehicle with anyone not in your group. We pick up from most accommodations within the Lower Hunter Valley (please confirm before booking). Your tour includes pick up from 9:30am* onwards, to as late as 9:30pm*, including dinner transfers if you'd like to go out in the evening. It just doesn't include your tasting fees and meals. Our tours are also dog friendly, if you'd like to bring your furry friend with you. * Hours outside these times are available at an additional fee of $25 per hour or part thereof.

Explore the vibrant underwater world of Sydney with our Guided Snorkel Tours. Led by expert local PADI guides, these tours take you to stunning locations like Shelly Beach, Fairy Bower, and Fairlight Beach, where you can encounter diverse marine life in crystal-clear waters. Perfect for those comfortable in the ocean, each tour provides all necessary equipment, including a wetsuit and flotation devices, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Whether you’re a snorkeling enthusiast or looking to improve your skills, this tour offers an unforgettable aquatic adventure right on Sydney's doorstep. - Tour includes equipment hire: mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit - Explore marine life in Cabbage Tree Bay Marine Reserve or other similar locations - Suitable for ages 8 and up, swimming proficiency required - Available year-round on weekends and select weekdays

Indulge in brunch and wine at scenic Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard in Hunter Valley for a relaxed and fun winery excursion. Immerse yourself in New South Wales’ wine culture as you enjoy a gourmet brunch board with a glass of sparkling wine and four wine tastings while you learn about the wine. You’ll also get a bottle of wine to take home as a memento of your time at the vineyard.

Sydney Zoo is home to animals BIG and small, including awe-inspiring and endangered species from all around the world. Get closer to all your favourite Australian native animals in our beautiful open-range Australian habitat, where kangaroos and wallabies hop freely around the meandering pathways. Explore the Aquarium and see animals swim and play, or come face to face with creatures slithery and scaley in the Reptile and Nocturnal House, one of the largest in Australia! Take a stroll down the Boardwalk where you’ll see the savannah come to life in our remarkable mixed species habitats featuring some of the best African wildlife, wander down the leafy Primate Boulevard, and discover the amazing animals of south-east Asia, including the only place in Sydney where you can see elephants. Sydney Zoo is designed with accessibility in mind, with flat open pathways making it pram and wheelchair friendly.

Start your day in the most spectacular way possible on our Middle Harbour SUNRISER Sea Kayak Tour—a guided sunrise experience that reveals Sydney at its calmest and most beautiful. Paddling in the protected waters of Middle Harbour, a stunning offshoot of Sydney Harbour, this tour explores a variety of scenic locations depending on the conditions. We launch just before sunrise and glide across glassy water as the sun rises over Sydney Heads, bathing the harbour in golden light. We may paddle toward Grotto Point Lighthouse, slip into the peaceful coves of Chinaman’s Beach or Cobblers Beach, or cruise across to Balmoral. Wildlife sightings are common, and the early morning stillness makes this a truly special experience. We pause at a beautiful shoreline spot to enjoy a hot coffee and a light breakfast, including fresh fruit and juice. We use premium double sea kayaks—lightweight, stable, & smooth—perfect for relaxed touring. We are a proud members of the Tourism NSW Hall of Fame.

Step into Sydney's past with a walking experience unlike any other. Explore The Rocks alongside a live historical character in a unique blend of storytelling, performance and real historical locations. Beginning beneath the Harbour Bridge and overlooking the Opera House, you'll journey through hidden laneways, harbourfront precincts and some of Sydney's oldest surviving landmarks. Along the way, discover the stories of convicts, surgeons, merchants and settlers who helped shape the early colony. Through live performance and real locations, history is brought to life where it unfolded. This is not a ghost tour and not a conventional history walk. Instead, it is an immersive journey through the people, places and decisions that helped create modern Sydney and Australia. Finish with panoramic harbour views from Observatory Hill and a new perspective on the city around you. "A genuinely unique Sydney experience — clever, entertaining, beautifully performed." (Google Reviews)

Book ahead for front-row views of the Hunter Coast and its marine life on this cruise from Newcastle. Save time and avoid missing out by prebooking, and absorb the panoramas as you cruise along the coast. Watch for dolphins, seabirds, and turtles; sail by coastal forts, cliffs, and beaches; and cruise up-close to the caves at Caves Beach, all as a guide shares background. Photos of your trip are included.

Immerse yourself in a unique and memorable photoshoot at an iconic landmark, guided by a professional photographer's skilled eye for stunning angles and poses. Tailor the experience to your preferences, accommodating couples, families, and solo adventurers. Your beautifully edited digital photos will be delivered promptly within 48 hours, providing a timely and cherished keepsake of your special moments.

Maximize your chances of seeing humpback whales by joining this tour from Byron Bay, led by a marine biologist. Head for areas that the whales are known to pass through as they migrate in winter (June–November), watch them as they majestically breach, and listen to them sing by using an underwater hydrophone.

Hike through the UNESCO-listed landscape of the Blue Mountains on this active full-day eco-tour from Sydney. After a handy pickup from central Sydney, your first stop is Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park. Admire native animals up close, including kangaroos and koalas. Continue to the Blue Mountains, where you’ll walk to some great lookout points. End at the unmissable Three Sisters, where you’ll learn more about Indigenous history, before returning to Sydney.