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Planning a wine country visit from Sydney can mean renting a car and choosing a designated driver. However, this round-trip tour makes it easy to explore the Hunter Valley. Travel with a local guide, take in scenic countryside views, and sample wines at some of the region’s best-known wineries. It’s a relaxed way to experience Australian wine country—with the bonus of possible wildlife sightings along the way.

Sydney is a big city that’s easy to get lost in at night if you don’t know your way. This social bar crawl gives you the lay of the land with a guide who knows the city well. Meet new friends as you visit up to four different venues. Plus, you’ll also enjoy welcome drinks, pizza, snacks, games, and photos from the night to help you treasure your amazing memories.

Fitting sightseeing and a relaxed meal into the same day takes careful planning and often means juggling separate bookings. However, this lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour combines both, letting you see the city’s waterfront highlights while dining on board. Sail past the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, and Luna Park, then enjoy a set three-course lunch with live jazz and blues music.

Taste your way around the Hunter Valley on this day tour from Sydney. Soak up the scenery as you sample some of Australia's best wine, cheese, chocolate, and spirits during guided tastings at three wineries and a distillery. In addition to visiting local producers, you'll also enjoy a relaxed lunch with wine, craft beer, or cider in a scenic spot in the Valley.

Evening shows at the Sydney Opera House draw big crowds, making it hard to explore the landmark itself before performances begin. This skip-the-line experience gives you early access with an exclusive guided tour to learn about the building’s design and history. Afterwards, settle in for a two-course dinner with wine at either Bennelong or Midden restaurant.

Experience the magic of VIVID Sydney on a 1.5-hour evening catamaran cruise, offering front-row views of the city’s iconic light displays. Cruise past illuminated landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Darling Harbour while enjoying a welcome drink and dinner. Choose from two evening departure times and soak in the vibrant festival atmosphere from the water.

The Hunter Valley Grains & Grapes Tour takes you on a delicious wine, cheese & spirits tour with lunch just a few hours north of Sydney! What makes this tour the ultimate Hunter trip, is you have the option to also taste some local beer at a few stops OR you can keep on the wines & add some chocolate too! The Grains & Grapes has everyone’s tastes covered! Asides from all the beautiful wines, tasty beers & hand crafted produce, Dave’s works hard to take you behind the scenes of the production houses to meet the makers & get a true sense of the region. We’ll always include a tour of a vineyard, winery or both on our tours. We also try to only visit small family run wineries so our guests get to meet & chat with locals to really appreciate & understand what goes into what they are tasting. As we are visiting small producers, our tour vehicles are usually between 12 and 22 seats (including the driver). The Dave’s love the Hunter Valley & we want to show you the BEST of the region!

Sample great wine, cheese, and other gourmet treats on a full-day tour to the Hunter Valley from Sydney. Known for its great climate and fine wines, the Hunter Valley also boasts fantastic food producers who make the most of local ingredients. Your guide takes your small group to boutique wineries and cheese producers to sample the goods. Learn more about the winemakers who have given the Hunter Valley its reputation.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Many whale-watching tours head straight into open water, but this cruise begins in Sydney Harbour, where you can enjoy breakfast or a barbecue lunch (depending on the option selected). After your meal, sail past sights such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge en route to the Pacific Ocean, in search of migrating humpback and southern right whales. A naturalist guide provides live commentary along the way, and helps you spot marine life.

Discover the history of Sydney on a 2.5-hour walking tour and pub crawl in The Rocks. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide takes you to four of Sydney's oldest pubs where you try a different glass of craft beer, cider, or wine in each venue. Learn about the early days of the British colony in Australia and hear the stories of these old-time pubs as you enjoy their rich atmosphere and tasty drinks.

Seeing Sydney’s highlights from land often means crowds and limited viewpoints. A harbor cruise offers a more relaxed way to take it all in. Step aboard for a journey across Sydney Harbour, passing iconic landmarks alongside lesser-known sights such as hidden beaches and dramatic sandstone cliffs. As you cruise, enjoy uninterrupted views of the skyline and shoreline while listening to live commentary that brings the harbor’s history to life.

Journey to the heart of the Blue Mountains on this full-day tour from Sydney, including hotel pick-up. Kick-off your adventure seeing a koala or a kangaroo at Featherdale Wildlife Park, then enjoy a dramatic view of the Three Sisters rocks from Echo Point. After lunch (own expense), head to Scenic World to ride the Cableway, Skyway and Railway for unbeatable aerial views of the Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls. Finish with a leisurely cruise along the Parramatta River to Sydney’s Darling Harbour or Circular Quay.

Sydney's busy roads can make sightseeing tricky. Skip city traffic and combine a ferry ride with admission to Taronga Zoo. Depart from Circular Quay and sail across Sydney Harbour, taking in panoramic views of the skyline along the way. At the zoo, spot koalas and kangaroos, along with wildlife from around the world. Your package includes round-trip ferry transfers, so getting back to the city center couldn't be easier.

- Since 1987, this has been the best-value experience, combining a cruise, dinner, and cabaret. - The iconic "Voyage of Love" cabaret is exclusively performed on this vessel. - You'll receive a warm welcome from the glamorous dancers. - Your cruise will be on Sydney's only paddle-wheeler.

Trade the bustle of Sydney for the picturesque Blue Mountains—and make your travel logistics easy and hassle-free—on this full-day tour. Catering to active adult travelers, this tour includes scenic views, waterfall hikes, and more. You can look forward to visiting Wentworth Falls, stopping at the Three Sisters, and spotting wildlife. All national park fees, lunch, and transportation from central Sydney are included.

Enjoy an evening of fine dining and spectacular views on a dinner cruise around Sydney Harbour. Indulge your tastebuds with a meal that includes six superb courses accompanied by Penfolds gold selection of bin and vintage wines and a full open bar. Listen to live music on weekends while soaking in iconic sights of Sydney such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.

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.

Spice up your 4-hour Sydney sightseeing cruise by adding a Latino flavour! Marvel over iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House as you glide around Sydney Harbour, then turn your attention to the dazzling on-board entertainment. Tuck into a delicious buffet dinner, accompanied by live music and dance, and make the most of the licensed bar (own expense).

Understanding Sydney’s layered history can be difficult without local context, particularly in areas shaped by both Indigenous heritage and European colonies. This guided pub walking tour explores The Rocks, an area with deep cultural significance, through stories connected to its long-standing pubs. Walk between venues with a local guide, enjoy four included drinks, and learn how social gathering places reflected changing communities over time.

Step inside Australia's home of seafood on a guided tour through one of the world’s largest fish markets. Join a Seafood Educator and uncover the journey seafood takes from Australia’s pristine waters to the plates of Sydney’s top restaurants, while gaining insight into the daily life of a working fishmonger. Experience the hustle and bustle of the seafood auction and wholesale areas (normally closed to the public) Discover the market’s rich history and learn about the Dutch auction system Explore the myriad different species available on the auction floor Meet live lobsters, mud crabs and giant tuna Learn how Australia leads in sustainable fishing and aquaculture

Uncover the secrets of Sydney’s heritage as you explore The Rocks on this guided walking tour of the historic precinct. Offering amazing views over the Sydney Harbour and the Campbells Cove Wharves, your guide will lead you along shady laneways and cobbled courtyards where you’ll discover some of Sydney’s earliest buildings, including Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816 and the Garrison Church, which dates back to the 1840s.

Savor an unforgettable dining experience aboard a glass boat cruise on Sydney Harbour. As you glide across the water, enjoy magnificent views of iconic landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from every seat. Delight in a carefully crafted 4-course dinner made from top-quality Australian produce, paired with drinks from the fully licensed bar. This exclusive cruise combines exceptional cuisine with stunning scenery, making it a must-do in Sydney. - Exclusive glass boat cruise offering panoramic views of Sydney Harbour - Indulge in a gourmet 4-course dinner featuring the finest local ingredients - Wine pairing with entrée, main and desserts - Ideal for couples and anyone seeking a unique dining experience in Sydney Please note that during the Vivid Sydney festival (22 May – 13 June 2026), the cruise return time will be extended to 22:00.

Cruise through Sydney Harbour in style on board a spacious flagship vessel that departs from Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Glide by the floodlit Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, among other landmarks. Sit down for a 4-course dinner with an array of international dishes including fresh seafood. Enjoy the views from your table or the viewing deck, with live music playing on the weekends.