The 10 Best Bus Tours in Sydney, New South Wales

This is no tour around a wildlife sanctuary. Instead, we head to one of a number of areas where you are likely to see wild kangaroos and possibly some native Australian birdlife. Our friendly knowledgeable guides aka ‘our kangaroo whisperers‘ are the best there are and will convey you to the Blue Mountains or Outer Sydney where we normally see many kangaroos, playing, eating, sleeping, etc.On some tours, we have seen over 100 kangaroos in the area on one day. These are wild animals in their natural surrounds. Depending on the day and how they are approached, you may see them lying on the ground, grazing, fighting, bounding away, playing, and generally enjoying themselves.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel dropoff (or dropoff at Parramatta for ferry), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Ferry ticket from Parramatta to Sydney

Sip and savour the best of the Southern Highlands wine region, an easy 90 minute drive from Sydney. The Southern Highlands has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting young wine regions in Australia. Best known for cool-climate varieties, particularly pinot noir, riesling and chardonnay, the area’s winemakers have expanded the range to include lesser-known grapes too. Even now, as the more established wineries enter their third decade, relative newcomers continue to join the party. And what better way to start a party than with a glass of Southern Highlands bubbles? During the day sample wines from three of the most highly-rated wineries in the Southern Highlands and enjoy a hearty lunch at Australia’s oldest continuously licensed inn. Have a group of 6 or more? Contact Local Travel Planner to arrange a private tour.

Inclusions: Guided wine tastings at three cellar doors, One course bistro meal plus glass of wine, beer of soft drink, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Our Southern Highlands Tours allow you to experience walking over the tops of the trees like a bird, driving on a road built out over the crashing sea below. See booming blow holes, the unusual natural phenomenon that shoots plumes of water metres into the air. Also enjoy towering waterfalls, and picturesque villages where you can have a delicious glass of wine or two. This South Coast Tour includes Stanwell Tops Lookout with it's views across to the engineering marvel of the Sea Cliff Bridge. Experience the roar of the blowhole in Kiama. Walk over the treetops canopy on the Illawarra Fly Park. Admire the towering Fitzroy Waterfalls, with its drop of more than 80 metres. Visit the boutique villages of the region with their elegant shops. Indulge in fine wine tasting in this captivating countryside!

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Lunch

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Experience this ideal holiday location, with its wonderful beaches and beautiful sheltered bays, perfect spot to be relaxed, exhilarated, enchanted and amazed all in one day! With its idyllic golden beaches, a vast blue bay and many sublime beautiful inlets welcome to paradise. Sandy beaches, national parklands and rugged coastlines. Port Stephens is the perfect place to get in touch with nature. The region is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins, and you can choose to join a tour departing from Nelson Bay which offers dolphin watching opportunities. Choose to view the magnificent creatures from the viewing deck, or in summer for the more adventurous you can also get even closer via the boom net attached to the back of the boat. See majestic Whales on a cruise during their annual migration season, between June and November. . Other outdoor activity include the option of the not to be missed fun activity of Sand boarding down the huge Sand Dunes at Anna Bay!

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Lunch

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This tour is exclusively for your group. The Royal National Park has a range of beautiful natural formations - freshwater pools, forests, waterfalls, lagoons, cliffs, beaches and rockpools. On our walk to Wedding Cake Rock we will see a wonderful coastal landscape of cliffs, heathland and sandstone formations. The stunning white sandstone of Wedding Cake Rock is perfectly complemented by the blue Pacific Ocean. Next stop is scenic Wattamolla waterfall and lagoon. At rugged Garie Beach we inspect a tesselated pavement and enjoy a picnic lunch prepared by your guide, Greg. At Bald Hill we will take in great views of the southern beaches followed by a drive south to the cantilevered Sea Cliff Bridge. We have the option of changing the day plan and visiting Symbio Wildlife Park in the afternoon to experience native animals. The day is flexible and if you prefer less walking we can do shorter walks to other scenic places in the Park. Join us for an uplifting day in nature.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Sydney Nimble Tours designer T shirt, photographs using digital SLR camera emailed to you after trip, muesli bars, fruit, fresh rosetta bread rolls with choice of fillings (vegetarian option), refreshing salad, cold drinks available all day

Exclusions: Entrance fee to Symbio Wildlife Park

For those with a tight schedule this half day tour optimizes time and highlights Sydney’s iconic and picturesque locations including the Rocks district, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House foreshore, Botanical Gardens, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross, South Head, Bondi Beach, Paddington and Darling Harbour. We provide recommendations regarding possible activities before or after the tour to ensure your time in Sydney is fully maximised. Guests are picked up from their city hotel at 8am and returned at 12 midday or picked up at 1pm and returned at 5pm. (Guests have options regarding return if an alternative drop off is possible.) All tours are private so no wasting time picking up other passengers from around the city as well as the option to customise the tour to best suit your group. So let’s get out there and experience one of the great modern cities of the world! Pricing: 1 to 4 people $560 5 to 7 people $660 8 to 11 people $810 12+ $80 per person

Inclusions: Sydney born and bred experienced guide, Spacious Mercedes Benz 15 seat air-conditioned vehicle, Private tour only, customised to suit group, Hotel pick up and drop off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Optional tour entry fees

Explore breathtaking wilderness, visit beautiful beaches, pat kangaroos or hug an emu, away from the usual tourist trail! Are you in Australia only for a few days? This comprehensive, CUSTOMISABLE one day tour is for you! Make friends with Aussie animals in their natural habitat. Relax at waterfalls and lush rainforest with complimentary wine and chocolate. Discover ancient Aboriginal carvings in untouched forests... - Enjoy uncrowded beaches and dramatic coastlines - Experience gourmet local produce; fresh oysters, gin distilled on site - Lunch is at a stunning, waterfront restaurant. Guests receive a discount and premium seating overlooking Pelican Island. - Explore rock pools brimming with sea life - Visit the only pearl farm in NSW - Get photos of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge from Mrs Macquarie's Chair As a professional photographer, documentary maker and expert guide, I'm also trained to locate and monitor Aboriginal sites. More photos on IG: @sydneyguidedtours

Inclusions: Entry into wildlife park is included, Complimentary professional photos of you on the tour included!, 10% off lunch and premium seating in restaurant overlooking Pelican Island Nature Reserve, Fully escorted, private tour with your own professional guide and driver, Travel in air-conditioned comfort in a private car or SUV, Australian wine, bottled water and chocolate included

Exclusions: There is the opportunity to stop at local shops for coffee, cakes and seafood. These are not included in the price

Wine tours are nothing without the perfect surroundings in which to indulge. Nestled inland from Newcastle, the Hunter Valley is a mere 2 hour drive from Sydney and is home to wineries, luscious farmland, art galleries, golf courses and native wildlife. On this small-group tour with no more than 16 participants you’ll taste Australian made wines at three boutique wineries, paired with a food menu to compliment every drop. Before leaving Sydney, you’ll visit the Sydney Fish Markets to purchase fresh seafood to be used in the menu and stop in the Hawkesbury region for breakfast. Your guide is not just any old guide – he is your cook as well, and is a qualified chef! We do this to make sure that the food you get to eat matches your tour and the wines you are tasting to perfection. Our mission is to make your day not just an outing, but an expedition, exploring vineyards, and experiencing first class cooking in idyllic surrounds.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Breakfast, Food tasting, Lunch, Snacks, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Selected hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches and enjoy a day of sun, sand, and surf on this small-group sightseeing tour. Take a stroll along the golden sands of Narrabeen, visit Palm Beach where the famous Aussie soap ‘Home & Away’ is filmed, and look out along the coast from The Spit and Long Reef. Learn about Sydney’s fascinating Aboriginal heritage with a visit to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, admire the affluent waterside properties along Whale Beach, then taking the included ferry from Manly to Circular Quay.

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Lunch, National park fees, Local guide, All Fees and Taxes, Manly Ferry to Circular Quay ticket

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off

Sample your way through Sydney's thriving craft beer scene with a guide who takes you behind the scenes at the city’s best local breweries. You get to taste craft beers at every stop, learn about brewery operations firsthand, and meet the masterminds who create these fantastic brews. The 3-hour tour offers a great option if time is limited; meanwhile, the 6-hour tours highlight more breweries and include an excellent lunch.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local guide, Behind-the-scenes tours at each brewery, Beer tastings, Snacks, Lunch (if option selected)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off