Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)

Overview

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.

Itinerary

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 min

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 min

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 min

4. Woolloomooloo Wharf

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

5. Double Bay

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

   · Non-stop passage

6. Watsons Bay

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

   · 25 min

7. Bondi Beach

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

   · 20 min

8. Paddington

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

9. Queen Victoria Building (QVB)

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

The tour begins at 8:30am at the back entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel, Harrington Street, The Rocks. Pick up can also be arranged from other city hotels for people with mobility challenges.

How to use your ticket

Please provide CBD Hotel name, address and contact number in order to confirm pick up time prior to 8:30am or 1:30pm. Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• 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
• Dress code is smart casual
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat. Passengers to supply infant seats.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 6088P4

Activity offered by Ultimately Sydney via Viator.