Top Sydney Outback Tours in 2026

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.

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.

Visiting the Blue Mountains independently can be tiring to do independently, with long distances between viewpoints. This full-day tour from Sydney simplifies the journey, connecting the region’s highlights while a driver tackles the roads. Take in sweeping views from Kings Tableland, walk to scenic spots such as Wentworth Falls or Leura Cascades, and visit the towns of Leura and Katoomba to see the Three Sisters. The day ends with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River back to Circular Quay.

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

Join a morning or afternoon excursion to Manly to snorkel in the calm waters of Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve. Just a short hop from Sydney, see diverse marine life on a guided snorkeling tour from Shelly Beach. After a swim test, your guide leads your small group into the water from the beach, so you can snorkel with confidence. Also stroll along the headland for great Northern Beaches views.

Experience the beauty and history of the Blue Mountains on this private full-day tour. Ride a cable car for views of the Jamison Valley and admire the Three Sisters rock formation. Visit Scenic World and ride the steepest railway, and stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park en route. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get out of the city for a day.

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.

Hop on board a Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise for a comprehensive, yet speedy introduction, to all of Sydney's waterfront landmarks. Keep your camera handy for great photo ops of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, and admire pretty harborside suburbs such as Point Piper and Balmain. It’s the perfect sightseeing tour for first-timers and those short on time, plus you can enjoy being out on the water instead of inside a tour bus. With a central departure point at Circular Quay, you are perfectly positioned for sightseeing nearby.

The world’s most beautiful harbour deserves the very best cruise to experience it. Choose from two spectacular options, the Harbour Experience aboard our premier sightseeing fleet or, enhance your cruise with the Premium Harbour Experience to enjoy a house beverage of your choice and a Cheese & Charcuterie board to share, as you cruise by the majestic Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and other top sights on this 1.5 hour cruise. Listen to commentary straight from your smartphone, relax into your seat or choose to venture up to the upper open-air deck as you marvel at the beauty of Sydney Harbour.

The Royal National Park in Sydney (second oldest national park in the world), established in 1879, is Australia’s oldest national park and a stunning natural escape just south of the city. Covering over 15,000 hectares, it features diverse landscapes, including coastal cliffs, eucalyptus forests, tranquil rivers, and secluded beaches. Hikers can explore a network of well-marked trails suited to all fitness levels — from leisurely coastal walks to challenging full-day treks. See all types of birds species, especially Lyre birds, Kookaburras, Yellow Tailed Black Cockatoos, Rosellas. Opportunities to see marsupials especially Swamp Wallabies are possible & many more reptiles. There is also an opportunity to see a glow worm tunnel, which is a larvae emit with a blue-green light to attract prey and create a "twinkling galaxy" effect on the tunnel walls and ceiling. Please Note - Itinerary for hikers are flexible and changes can be made based on your fitness levels.

Experience the best of both worlds—the natural, scenic landscape of the Blue Mountains and the culturally rich concrete jungle that is Sydney—with this private tour in New South Wales. It’s an ideal choice for the tourist who’s short on time but long on sights on their bucket list they want to see, from wildlife parks to iconic city landmarks like the Sydney Opera House.

Spend the day exploring Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches on this guided small-group tour. Stroll the golden sands of Narrabeen; see where popular Aussie soap ‘Home & Away’ is filmed in Palm Beach; look out along the coast from Spit Bridge and Long Reef; and uncover Sydney’s fascinating Aboriginal heritage as you explore the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park; and more.

Escape to the breathtaking Blue Mountains, located just 1.5 hours from the city. This stunning region, sitting over 1,000 meters above sea level, will captivate you with its natural beauty, panoramic vistas, and diverse wildlife. Perfect for families and adventurers alike, the Blue Mountains offer charming villages and personalized tours tailored to your style and pace. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Blue Mountains encompass over one million hectares of temperate eucalypt forest. Finally, see ancient and historic rainforest which are millions of years old and had dinosaurs roaming them. Highlights -Explore the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, at your own pace. -Stand on top of lush gorges where you will feel your flying like a bird. Enjoy a private tour with a guide and transportation in a clean vehicle -Hidden rainforest short walk with a Creek crossing & amazing fungi.

Discover the stunning South Coast and Southern Highlands on a private luxury tour from Sydney out of the crowd. This customizable journey includes breathtaking views along the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge and a visit to the famous Kiama Blowhole. Explore charming villages, lush rainforests, and the magnificent Nan Tien Temple. With the flexibility to tailor the itinerary to your interests, this tour is perfect for nature lovers, foodies, and families alike. - Duration: 9 hours, with flexible departure times - Includes luxury transport and customizable itinerary - Optional visits to Symbio Wildlife Park and Nan Tien Temple - Enjoy lunch at delightful cafes in Kiama (at own expense)