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Sydney Activities

  • Cruise Sydney Harbour for as little or a long as you like.
  • Enjoy a symphony, opera or guided tour of World Heritage Listed Sydney Opera House.
  • Take the climb of your life on Sydney Harbour Bridge with BridgeClimb.
  • Catch a ferry from Circular Quay and visit Taronga Park Zoo or Manly Beach.
  • Have Breakfast with Koalas at Sydney Wildlife World and visit Sydney Aquarium next door.
  • Learn to surf or take a walking tour along world famous, Bondi Beach.
  • Take in spectacular 360 city views and dining experience at Sydney Tower.
  • Shop the boutiques and galleries in Pitt Street, Haymarket & Queen Victoria Building.
  • Browse the weekend craft markets in The Rocks, Paddington and Bondi Beach.
  • Visit Sydney Fish Markets and enjoy a gourmet platter of fresh, local seafood delicacies.
  • Take a scenic seaplane flight over Sydney Harbour to tranquil Cottage Point for lunch.
  • Join a Historic Rocks Walking Tour and hear the tales of our colorful colonial past.
  • Explore over 40 Sydney attractions using your See Sydney & Beyond Smartcard.

World Heritage Blue Mountains Activities

  • On the way out to the Blue Mountains have breakfast with native wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park.
  • Experience breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains Canyons and the famous Three Sisters rock formation.
  • Take a walk in the Australian bush on well marked trails and hikes.
  • At Scenic World Blue Mountains, ride the worlds’ steepest incline railway to the base of the Jamison Valley and wander through an ancient rainforest basin. Then return to the cliff top in a modern cableway – enjoy the spectacular views!
  • 'The Edge Movie’ provides an opportunity to witness this amazing national park without the need to leave your comfortable 'stadium' style seating.
  • Learn about the region’s unique flora and fauna and explore the night sky with Trade Lightly Tours.
  • Relax at a local spa, play golf, tennis or horse riding in the bush.
  • Explore the historic country towns of Leura, Katoomba and Blackheath.

Hunter Valley Wine Country Activities

  • Sample premium Hunter Wines at friendly, relaxed boutique and family owned cellar doors.
  • Take a hot air balloon flight and watch the sunrise over vineyards and national parks.
  • Tour local wineries on a horse drawn carriage or on a bicycle.
  • Become an Australian wine expert at the Hunter Valley Wine School.
  • Visit the impressive Hunter Valley Gardens featuring a variety of boutique specialty shops, galleries, restaurants, chapel and 12 beautiful themed gardens.
  • Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage or game of golf.
  • Sample handmade cheeses, olive oil & organic produce on the Hunter Gourmet Trail.
  • Tour the Blue Tongue Brewery and try local boutique beers and alcoholic ginger beer.
  • Enjoy a relaxing meal at a world class restaurant like Robert’s or Chez Pok.
  • Explore the galleries, antiques and craft stores in the historic town of Maitland.

South Coast of Sydney Activities

  • Get on a Harley Davidson motorcycle for a great scenic ride along Grand Pacific Drive.
  • Walk the see cliff bridge and take in the spectacular ocean views.
  • Try a locally brewed beer and gourmet meal at Five Islands Brewery.
  • Join a Dolphin Watch Cruise on Jervis Bay.
  • Visit Hyams Beach, with some of the world’s whitest sand.
  • Enjoy a tour with Wreck Bay Walkabouts which give visitors an insight into Aboriginal culture.
  • Try five star camping at Paperbark Camp eco resort and spot kangaroos, wallabies, possums and other native animals in a beautiful bush setting.

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