The 10 Best Day Trips from in Northern Beaches, New South Wales

Take yourself off the tourist trail on this unique Private Tour, with a Local who grew up in this seaside region! This tour includes several locations that other tour operators do not visit - including a vintage ferry ride to places only accessible by boat - beautiful Currawong Beach & Mackerel Beach - long time favourite 'hidden' spots for generations of locals! Leave the city behind on this 8-hour tour as you are driven over the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge and into the Northern Beaches Peninsula. Stop at the world famous Manly Beach and meander along the beach foreshore, the Corso, and Ferry Wharf area. Head up the coastline to the Northern most point of Sydney while taking in stunning coastal views along the way. Explore the beautiful Palm Beach area, which is frequented by the rich and famous. Take a ferry ride across Pittwater to some of Sydney's most exclusive and remote beaches and bays that are only accessible by boat. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Barrenjoey Lighthouse.

Inclusions: Private tour guide and driver, Morning Tea including Fresh Fruit, Cookies or Cakes and Fruit Juices, Hotel pick up and drop off, National Park Entry Fee's, River Ferry Boat Ride

Exclusions: Lunch

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Sydney with a top rated, professional and experienced Shore Excursion Tour Operator! See more of Sydney on this Ultimate Luxury Shore Excursion. From Bondi Beach to the City - You will visit all of the well known Sydney sights and attractions plus many more. Relax on your own Private Tour with a professional driver/guide!

Inclusions: 100% Private Tour with your own friendly, professional local guide, Delicious Morning Tea, fresh fruit, bottled water and snacks, Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off, Transport by Comfortable, Late Model, Fully Air-conditioned Minivan or SUV

Exclusions: Lunch (Your driver / Guide will offer you numerous lunch options to suit all tastes, dietary requirements and budgets)

Experience the very best of Sydney on your luxury private city tour. Your full day 8 hour private city tour will reveal the very best of Sydney in the care of your local expert guide. Tours start at a time that suits you with pick up from your hotel, airport or cruise ship terminal travelling aboard the fully appointed Land Rover discovery with full leather interiors, dual a/c, huge windows and lower-able air suspension for easy access. Enjoy refreshments and wifi on board and attentive guiding throughout the day as you see Sydney's most beautiful sights and hear about our fascinating history and local culture. Discover the classic sights like the Sydney Harbour, Opera House, The Rocks, Bondi Beach etc while also escaping the crowds to experience stunning local bushland and a sumptuous waterside lunch away from the hustle. As a boutique tour operator you are assured of an exceptional day out and the piece of mind of touring with a 5 star rated local company.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Beverages, National Park fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

UNEARTH AN URBAN PARADISE of sandy beaches, rock pools, coastal lakes and Pacific Ocean vistas on a Private Manly and Northern Beaches Tour. Just thirty minutes from Sydney, you will be wanting to call this your new permanent home. Also includes the lower North Shore, Kirribilli, Milsons Point, Luna Park, Georges Head, Balmoral, Freshwater, Curl Curl, Whale Beach, Pittwater and Palm Beach. Personalised Sydney Tours have flexible itineraries and it's your choice whether you want a slower paced experience or one that quickly packs in every sight. We can customise each tour to your interest and fitness levels. Take an optional walk in the Ku-ring-gai National Park for Australian Aboriginal rock art or to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse perched high over Palm Beach. Hire a canoe or kayak at Narrabeen, visit a local micro brewery or enjoy a cocktail with a view. There's options aplenty. We are a fun Australian business owned by Ben Barry - a professional tour guide of over 15 years.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Parking Fees, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

This half day allows us to see some of Sydney's best beaches, Sydney Harbour and Barangaroo Reserve. We start at Bradleys Head and do a short bushwalk to some military relics with an interesting history. At Georges Heights we will see the Gunners Barracks and sweeping views of the harbour. We then head to popular Balmoral Beach for a stroll on the boardwalk and at Manly Beach a highlight is a walk via an aquatic reserve to pretty Shelley Beach. It is time for a nutritious lunch followed by a stop at North Head to enjoy the bush setting of the Sydney Harbour National Park and some outstanding views. We will then peruse several beaches to the north of Manly and on the way home we visit the new urban renewal project, Barangaroo Reserve. The day is flexible and we can talk about a few variations on the day. This tour is for your group only, includes a nutritious lunch and you will picked up from and returned to your hotel. It includes four short walks of around 15 – 20 minutes each.

Inclusions: Lunch, parking fees and tolls

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This day out is for your group only and starts with Sydney's breathtaking harbour, followed by the northern beaches and the Ku-ring-gai National Park. We start with the area north of Sydney Harbour, where we will see some superb ocean and harbour beaches, historical sites and harbour vistas. We then make our way to West Head in the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park to see aboriginal rock art and one of the best views in Sydney. The panorama includes Lion Island and the Palm Beach isthmus. Next stop is lunch at Palm Beach, which is known for the TV series Home and Away. Recharged from the refreshments we make our way to Barrenjoey Lighthouse followed by a short stop at Avalon Beach. It is time to make our way back to Manly to catch a ferry to the city or we can drive back. The day is finished with a walking tour of the Opera House exterior or another option which we will discuss on the day. We will cover a lot of ground so be ready to enjoy some exceptional places and scenery.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, fresh rosetta bread rolls, choice of filling (including vegetarian option), refreshing salad, cold drinks all day, Hotel pick up and drop off , Sydney Nimble Tours T shirt , photographs using digital SLR camera, Ferry ticket from Manly to Circular Quay

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Enjoy the luxury of a fully escorted private tour that takes in all the Famous Sydney landmarks including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Historic Rocks District and more! Starting at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair you will be treated to the Best views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. You will visit some of the older ‘uniquely Sydney’ inner city localities including Woolloomooloo and a stop at the iconic original Sydney Food Truck called Harry’s Café De Wheels. No tour of Sydney is complete without visiting the Historic Rocks, Walsh Bay and Dawes Point area’s where the settlement of Sydney started - your local guide will tell you about Sydney’s fascinating colonial history as you travel through and stop at this region. We travel to Bondi and Manly beaches & also visit stunning headlands, lookouts, hidden bays plus many more ‘secret spots’ off the main tourist track Walk along the beautiful white sand of Bondi Beach - where you can even dip your feet in the pristine water!

Inclusions: 100% Private tour - enjoy the day at your own pace!, Your own friendly, professional Sydney 'Born & Bred' Local Driver/guide, Complimentary pickup and drop-off to your Hotel or Accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Travel in a current model, luxury minivan or luxury SUV, Enjoy a complimentary morning tea plus fresh fruit, bottled water and snacks!

Exclusions: Lunch

Explore the best Sydney has to offer on this full day private tour. Discover the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the beaches, the cafes and the people. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your expert guide and driver. Discover Sydney's hidden delights further afield such as the Seaforth, Arabanoo lookouts and the Northern Beaches. Return to Sydney Harbour on the famous Manly ferry back to Circular Quay and enjoy the famous Sydney Harbour from the water (own expense).

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Expert Driver/Guide, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Manly ferry, Gratuities

Get Picked up from your Hotel in a European Sedan/ SUV or Luxury Van. Its an 8hr Tour Hotel to Hotel Visit Scenic World (Katoomba, Blue Mountains) - Take a ride on the Scenic Skyway, Scenic Cableway, Walk around the Scenic Walkway and take the plunge down Scenic Railway. Stop at Echo Point for Photos and a walk to the Three Sisters Stop off at Carrington Hotel for Lunch Stop off a Leura Cascades Return to your Hotel in Sydney (please note admission tickets to Scenic World & Lunch are at your expense.)

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Experience the beauty of the Hunter Valley and sample some of Australia’s finest food and wines with a guided day tour in one of our luxury vehicles. You will be picked up directly from your hotel in Sydney by one of our knowledgeable chauffeurs who will be your tour guide for the day. Perfect for couples, families and anyone in need of a short break, this day tour is guaranteed to be a relaxing experience as we explore the magnificent Hunter Valley region. The day will include taste testing of some of Australia’s best locally produced food and wines at a number of Cellar Doors local wineries. You will spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful Hunter Valley Gardens. Spanning 25 acres and featuring ten stunning garden displays. The gardens are truly at the heart of the Hunter Valley Why travel on a tour bus when you can explore the Hunter Valley in comfort and style with your own personal Chauffeur and luxury car with RRS Hire Cars & Tours.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Driver/guide for private tour, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned sedan or minivan, Hunter Valley Cheese & Regional Preserves & Olive Tasting ($13.95pp)

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)