Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)

4.9
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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Curtesy hotel pick up in modern mini coach, discover the intriguing Story of Sydney in only 4 hours.

Told like a story, the tour begins where it all started, The Rocks.
Discover how the area has evolved from a penal colony to housing two of the world’s most prominent icons.

Your 4 hour journey unfolds with many photo opportunities traveling past popular landmarks, through charming, vibrant neighbourhoods on route to Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach.

Discover the lively street culture, entertainment and shopping in Paddington and Darlinghurst, to the new and dazzling Barangaroo.

The Story of Sydney is the perfect orientation taking you on an intimate journey through Sydney from 1788 to today.

You will leave the tour with an abundance of knowledge as you discover the history, lifestyle and culture of the many diverse neighbourhoods that make up the City of Sydney.

What's Included

Fully escorted with entertaining commentary throughout
Listening devices available if required
Relaxed short walks along stunning harbour and coastal paths at The Gap, Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach
Air-conditioned vehicle
Plenty of photo opportunities of iconic Sydney architecture and famous landmarks
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The exact pick up location is the back entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel, Harrington Street, The Rocks

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Meeting point

Please meet your guide at the back entrance to the Four Seasons Hotel, The Rocks on Harrington Street at 8:30am.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Rocks

    The story begins where it all started for European Australia, The Rocks. Your guide will take you on an intimate journey, revealing how this important precinct has evolved from 1788 to today. Enjoy snapping many photos as you discover the history and the lifestyle today.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Sydney Opera House

    Stop under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and take a shot of yourself amongst the many iconic landmarks. Circular Quay is where the First Fleet landed on the 26th January 1788 and we treasure what we have preserved today.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mrs Macquarie's Chair

    Enjoy a harbour foreshore walk around to Mrs Macquaries Chair and a magnificent photo opportunity of Australia's most iconic landmarks - The Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Mrs Macquarie was the wife of our 5th Governor, Lachlan Macquarie, whom we celebrate as turning Sydney from penal colony to a proud international city.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Travel through the eclectic neighborhoods of Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross and Potts Point that each have their own character and colourful story to tell, before venturing into the glitzy and glamourous Eastern suburbs.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Dubbed as 'Sydney's Rodeo Drive', this elegant neighbourhood is a shopping and dining heaven. Discover popular restaurants, bars and many Australian boutique designers.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Grab a coffee or refreshment and enjoy the stunning scenery as you walk this famous coastal path.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Dip your feet in as you enjoy a walk Australia's most famous beach.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Paddington (Pass by)

    Travel back into the city via the popular suburbs of Paddington and Darlinghurst. Discover where you can enjoy venues with a terrific nightlife and shopping.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Back in the city, discover the most beautiful shopping mall, The Queen Victoria Building and many small bars nearby. Get a snapshot of China Town and Darling Harbour before we wrap it all up at the newest and most impressive precinct, Barrangaroo.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pick up and drop off from your CBD city hotel (or convenient CBD city location)
  • Wear comfortable shoes for other optional short walks
  • Remember your camera
  • Sunhat / warm jacket as per weather conditions
Supplied by Ultimately Sydney

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Best Conversion
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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