Top Activities on the Ground in Sydney

Cycling around Sydney is the perfect way to sightsee in this gorgeous harborside city. Join your expert guide for a fun and fascinating look at up to 30 top sights, including the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, along with many others. As you pedal around the city, learn about the history, culture and favorite local spots on your choice of four cycling routes. Choose from various tour durations depending on your schedule.

Explore the tropical rain forest around the Illawarra Escaprment on this full-day adventure tour from Sydney. Learn about Australia's flora and fauna, including water dragons, echidnas, wombats, and swamp wallabies. Trek though the rain forest and go canyoning around waterfalls. This tour is suitable for those with a moderate level of fitness.

Nature lovers—this is the tour for you! Swap the hustle and bustle of Sydney for a day exploring the natural beauty outside the city. Avoid spending time stuck in traffic by going on a tour designed to miss peak hour traffic jams. A guided bushwalk is included, so you won’t have to worry about studying a map. See Wentworth Falls, and the Three Sisters rock formation. A highlight is an incredible sunset over the Blue Mountains—the ideal photo opportunity.

Get out of the city for a 4-6 hour hike though Sydney Harbour National Park. Swim at secret beaches, learn about Australia’s flora and fauna, and feel good doing it with all of the proceeds going to Indigenous Literacy Foundation who’s mission is to improve literacy among Indigenous children in Australia. After the hike, explore Manly’s cafes, restaurants, and surf shops, and opt to take a scenic ferry ride back to circular quay.

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains National Park on this small-group excursion with a local guide. After a convenient hotel or AirBnB pickup, watch for koalas, wombats, and crocodiles at Featherdale Wildlife Park, marvel at Katoomba Falls and the amazing Three Sisters rock formation, enjoy a rainforest railway ride and a complimentary lunch, and learn about important elements of aboriginal culture.

Experience the beauty and history of the Blue Mountains on this private full-day tour. Start with a cable car journey for views of the Jamison Valley and then see the Three Sisters rock formation. Visit Scenic World and ride the ‘world’s steepest railway’, and stop for lunch in the picturesque town of Leura (own expense). Next you’ll experience a traditional Aboriginal dance performance, and feed a Kangaroo if you choose. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get out of the city learn about Australian culture and history.

Check out gorgeous Manly Beach and the other most scenic spots along Sydney's coast on an e-bike tour. Cruise across Sydney Harbour on the ferry, and see where locals go to catch some sun as you pedal past the popular Manly and Shelley beaches and soak in fantastic views of North Head. Give your legs a break when needed with a battery-powered boost, and learn the fascinating history of landmarks like Circular Quay and Quarantine Station from a guide along the way.

This guided adventure to the Figure Eight Pools rock formation in the Royal National Park is a trip that cannot be missed. With an award-winning, eco-licensed tour operator, you will hike along the stunning Sydney Coast Track of the Royal National Park and safely traverse to the insta-famous Figure Eight Pools. You will also get up close to an Aboriginal shell midden, learn about the fascinating history and flora and fauna of the area, and be able to participate in a citizen-science beach photography project. And the best thing? All the money raised from this tour goes to helping the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and UNICEF Australia with their efforts to help children in need.

Experience Sydney on a thrilling chauffeured Harley Davidson motorcycle or Trike tour. Depart from Circular Quay or other central locations and then motor down to Sydney's Royal National Park and stop for scenic ocean views. Then continue on to Sea Cliff Bridge and along the south coast and travel through charming villages and neighborhoods before a stop in the township of Bulli for a coffee or tea. Bring your camera for some great photo ops and see Sydney’s coast.

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains on this private excursion with just your party and a local guide. After a convenient hotel or AirBnB pickup, watch for koalas, wombats, and crocodiles at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Then, enjoy an optional cable car ride with amazing views of Katoomba Falls, visit Australia’s Grand Canyon, and learn about important elements of aboriginal culture.

Explore the beautiful Blue Mountains on this small-group excursion with a local guide. After a convenient hotel pickup, watch for koalas, wombats, and crocodiles at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Then, take an optional cable car ride with amazing views of Katoomba Falls, visit Australia’s Grand Canyon, and enjoy a relaxing cruise back to Sydney on the Parramatta River.

Cycle tour over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge Picture-perfect waterfront & skyline views as you cycle Leisurely & easy pace suitable for all abilities Delicious lunch-stop halfway into the tour Comfortable street cruisers provide for hours of easy riding

Bikes for Juniors, Ladies and Men from XS to XL (135cm height minimum) Premium and recent e-Bikes using Shimano STEPS motor & Battery Convenient location with free parking and direct access to the cycle path Simple and low price rental options Added bonus: Brewery and Food truck next door

Nature lovers will rejoice as you breathe in the fresh Blue Mountains air on this nature-packed tour. You will visit Scenic World and spectacular vantage points overlooking the breathtaking Blue Mountains. Then, hike through some of the area's pristine forests with your expert guide and get up close to towering waterfalls. This private Blue Mountains Hiking Tour is your opportunity to get up close and personal with this incredible region.

Kayak the waters of the Pittwater estuary north of Sydney with an instructor-guide and in the safety of a small group on this tour. Board a 2-person kayak and paddle the bays, cliffs, and mangroves of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Scotland Island, and Salvation Creek. Then, break for a walk, picnic, and optional swim before kayaking back. Upgrade to add return transfers from central Sydney. All equipment included.

Discover Sydney Harbour, from its world-famous attractions to hidden places missed by most visitors. This small-group (maximum six people) bicycle tour lets you soak up the views while avoiding the crowds as you travel around the harbor, past stunning coves, and over the famed Sydney Harbour Bridge.

What could be more thrilling than flying through the streets of Sydney on two wheels? Experience the child-like joy that only comes from biking as you whiz around taking in everything from the colonial-era Cadmans Cottage to the trendy spaces of the Museum of Contemporary Art and beyond. Cycling is a locals’ favorite way to get around. So hop on, blend in, and set off to discover Sydney. You’ll be surprised by how much more you can see when you explore by bike. Sydney is a city that embraces the outdoor lifestyle, with a fantastic mix of neighborhoods and open spaces to explore. By bike, you can see it all. As well as checking out the unmissable Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, you’ll get off the tourist trail and discover a side to Sydney that only the locals see. Your cycle-loving host will be by your side at all times, so follow their lead for an easy-going ride.

Sightseeing trip of Sydney by bike Cycle tour over iconic Harbour Bridge Great waterfront & city skyline views along the way Getting up close to Sydney Opera House & ANZAC War Memorial Stories of Sydney & local tips from an expert guide

Stretch your legs and get some exercise while exploring Sydney thanks to this running tour covering the city’s history and top landmarks. Run for 4.6 miles (7.5 kilometers), passing Sydney attractions like the Opera House, Cadman’s Cottage, Hyde Park Barracks, and Sydney Harbour Bridge, among others. Celebrate your run by finishing with an included coffee at one of the city’s top caffeine purveyors.

Leave the worries of the world behind, and spend the night in the prehistoric wilderness of Marramarra National Park on a kayak adventure like no other in Sydney. Paddle beneath the towering sandstone cliffs of the Hawkesbury, past shipwrecks and waterfalls and riverside settlements, until we leave all signs of civilisation behind and push up the river into the unspoilt ancient Australian bush, and come to the fertile grounds of a forgotten orchard. Make camp by the fire and settle in for an evening under the stars. Wake up to bird song and some hot coffee and a hearty breakfast before making our way back downstream to where we left. Hear the story of the land unfold over the course of the tour, from thousands of years of indigenous heritage to the few short centuries of early European explorers. All food and equipment provided, no experience required. Our double kayaks are comfortable and easy to use, just bring an adventurous spirit.

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round You will guide yourself on your ‘smart’ device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required. We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details www.trixity.com.au

Let your hair down and discover Sydney's coastline with an exhilarating motorcycle ride. Book this high octane tour for your chance to ride around town in style on a classic Indian Motorcycle. Sit back and take in the sights as you visit iconic areas of Sydney's coastline including Bondi Beach, Bronte, Tamarama and see why this part of the city is a mecca for surfers and for many Sydney-siders. The tour will also take in incredible views of the harbour as we zip across the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

A 4-day rediscovery of a spectacular part of Australia. From the deep valleys, isolated eucalyptus forests and age old cave systems of the World Heritage Listed Greater Blue Mountains, across the green planes and heritage towns of the Southern Highlands to the whitest beaches and blue lagoons of Jervis Bay and the wild & rugged sand-and limestone South Coast along the Grand Pacific. Showcasing some of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of NSW, this perfectly paced and active 4-day trip delivers an unforgettable experience that will appeal to all your senses.

Take the time to fully explore this incredible paradise, on our 3 day tour of Pittwater and Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park. The pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, hiking trails and breathtaking lookouts have made this a favourite playground for the people of Sydney for thousands of generations. With a kayak tour and a boat trip included, this is a chance to get up close and personal with this gorgeous Country. Try wakeboarding or tubing, swimming, snorkelling, you might even see some seals. Pull into a deserted beach and let the worries of the world slip away. The trip is fully catered, but you can choose to take advantage of some of wonderful waterfront restaurants on offer. Camp in comfort at The Basin - Sydney's famous family campground, complete with showers and bathrooms. Or, stay at the YHA, or a fabulous waterfront Boat Houses. All food and equipment is provided, no experience necessary, all you need to do is show up with a sense of adventure.