Explore the absolute best of Sydney in a day on our top-rated private Sydney city tour. Visit all of Sydney’s highlights in comfort with your guide and private vehicle. Then, escape the tourist crowds to discover the hidden gems adored by locals. This Highlights and Hidden Gems Sydney city private tour is your chance to experience everything the city has to offer.
Sydney attracts more than 16 million tourists every year to experience iconic landmarks, fascinating history, golden beaches, abundant nature and wildlife, and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Let our experienced guides take you on a journey to the very best the Harbour City has to offer. This flexible itinerary means you will experience the very best of Sydney in comfort at your desired pace and style. Experience Sydney as a local as you forget the large buses and leave the tourist crowds behind to immerse yourself in the city.
On your Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Sydney City Tour, you will explore iconic sites like the Opera House from every angle. Take a stroll across the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and meander through the Sydney of yesteryear at the historic Rocks precinct. Leave the city behind and head north to crashing waves of one of Sydney’s favourite beaches, Manly, before enjoying the panoramic city views from North Head. Take in stunning harbour views from the Hermitage Foreshore Walk. Finally, feel the sand between your toes at iconic Bondi Beach and stretch your legs on a section of the unmissable Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk. Finish up in comfort with a panoramic drive through some of the city’s most beautiful historic suburbs.
We live and breathe Sydney. And, as local experts, we adjust every Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Sydney City tour to suit your specific interests and pace. Having a private vehicle creates endless Sydney possibilities. The only thing left for you to do is to make sure you take home your most treasured Sydney memories.
The tour plan
Check out our Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Sydney City tour itinerary below to see what to expect from your day. Feel free to personalise this plan to your interests.
We meet to begin the tour at your hotel, cruise ship or airport, at your desired start time between 8:00-9:30am.
Take in sprawling views of Sydney Harbour from this favourite local spot, with fantastic angles of both the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House
No visit to Sydney is complete without a stroll across the famous Harbour Bridge to take in some of the city’s most impressive views.
The Rocks
The Rocks’ historic laneways will transport you back to Sydney of yesteryear. Meander cobblestone streets, past sandstone buildings and through The Rocks market.
Mrs Macquarie’s Point
Boasting panoramic views of the harbour, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s most picture-perfect location with reward you with the Sydney photograph you’ll treasure forever.
Manly and North Head
Regarded as one of Sydney’s best surf beaches, you can stroll along the beachfront, take a short walk to the Fairy Bower ocean pool, or head further up to North Head for sweeping views across Sydney Harbour National Park.
Hermitage Foreshore Walk
One of Sydney’s best coastal walks will give you unparalleled views of the city’s icons, islands and the Harbour during your easy 20-minute stroll through native Australian bushland.
Watson’s Bay and The Gap
This steep ocean cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean will have you feeling 100 miles away from the city.
Bondi Beach and Coastal Walk
Step onto the golden sands of Bondi Beach and you’ll quickly understand why it’s a favourite of locals and visitors alike. From here, meander the coastline passing gorgeous beaches such as Tamarama and Bronte on the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk.
Panoramic Drive
Your private Sydney City tour also transports you on a panoramic drive through Paddington, Darlinghurst, Surry Hills, Kirribilli, Centennial Park, Double Bay and North Shore.
Tour finish – back at your hotel, cruise or airport
Your private Highlights and Hidden Gems tour finishes back at your hotel, cruise or airport.
