Things to do in Manly, New South Wales: The Best Tours

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)

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

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

Ahoy there, sailor! Embark on a three hour sailing cruise and experience the magic of Sydney from the water. Departing from Manly, you'll have the opportunity to help set the sails and steer the boat or you can simply sit back, relax and take in the views. Cruise past the multi-million dollar waterfront mansions of the rich and famous, discover hidden harbour beaches and revel in uninterrupted views of iconic attractions including the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. You're also welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy along the way. Note: Courses will only go ahead if there are two or more individual participants enrolled. Should there not be enough participants to run a course our Sales Staff will contact you and offer you an alternative date.

Inclusions: Experienced crew, Safety equipment, 3 Hour cruise on Sydney Harbour, Sailing Instruction (if wanted)

Exclusions: Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drink aboard, Please make your own way to and from Manly Sailing, Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an Adult, Basic swimming skills are recommended but not necessary, Children must be over 7 years old to take part in this experience

Below Manly's crisp, calm waters lie a colourful, diverse marine world few get the opportunity to come face-to-face with. Swim alongside Manly's famous and friendly Blue Groper and an array of beautiful fish and other sea creatures with EcoTreasures’ Snorkelling Tour. All you need to bring is your curiosity! Group tours run daily. Your local expert guide will pick you up from Sydney city and drive you across the Sydney Harbour bridge. Visit some local beaches beyond Manly most tourist don't get time to get to. Visit the famous Duke Statue and Australian Hall of Fame at Freshwater and watch the waves and surfers at Curl Curl. In your small group tour then head to Shelly beach for snorkel and walk tour of the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve. The half day adventure will help you make the most of your time with a local guide. You will explore above and below the coastline of Sydney Northern Beaches.

Inclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Binoculars, Wetsuits, Tour photos

Exclusions: Ferry ride back to the city

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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Our guides are all Manly locals, offering you insider knowledge of the secret spots and hidden treasures in this beautiful area. During the tour, a full and hearty lunch fuels even the most ravenous of kayakers after an energetic paddle.

Inclusions: Paddle, Lifejacket, Dry Bag, Picnic lunch and refreshments, Entry to Q Station Museum, Thermal paddle clothing provided during winter months (Jun-Aug)

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Access North Harbour's secret beaches and explore scenic waterways with kayak hire from Manly Kayak Centre.

Inclusions: Paddle, Lifejacket, Dry Bag

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Our friendly and experienced staff introduce you to basic paddling techniques and set you up with the necessary SUP skills as well as provide you with all the equipment you need for safe paddle boarding.

Inclusions: Paddle, Lifejacket (provided upon request), Dry Bag

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