Top New South Wales Half-day Tours - page 3

This comprehensive tour of Sydney is perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time. Spend half a day immersed in the city’s history and culture, learning through stops at landmarks including Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach, and Paddington. Your guide will follow a curated itinerary centered on the history of Sydney from 1788 to modern day, adding commentary to illuminate the details.

There’s more to Byron Bay than its surf beaches and markets. With this tour, escape the typical tourist trail and discover little-known spots that locals love. Cool off with a swim and spot turtles at Killen Falls, then admire views of Lake Ainsworth and discover the unique healing properties of the Tea Tree lake. Finally, enjoy a guided bushwalk through Broken Head Nature Reserve and seek out hidden viewpoints, beaches, and cliff jumping sites.

Cruise along the Tweed River to the rainforest on this half-day scenic boat trip with morning tea and lunch. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins as you start your trip upriver, passing by islands and sandbanks. Continue your journey through the Northern Rivers region up to Stotts Island Nature Reserve and enjoy incredible views of birds of prey and pelicans, along with an informative and entertaining commentary from your captain.

Discover Sydney's best eats on this foodie-focused walking tour. Your guide will take you to a few locals' favorite eateries where you can sample delicious food from around the world, including some secret menu items that most visitors miss. As you stroll the streets between bites, your guide will fill you in on Sydney's fascinating culinary and cultural history.

Discover the highlights of the Hunter Valley on this half-day small-group tasting tour, with visits to a local winery and distillery. Learn from your guide as you cruise around the Hunter Valley, sampling the delights of the region, from the wine that put it on the map to the new kids on the block.

Our Harvest the Hunter Horse and Carriage Wine Tour offered by Hunter Valley Horses is a unique way to experience the Hunter Valley with its beautiful scenery and award-winning wine and produce. If you want to fit as much into your visit to the Hunter Valley as you can, this is the perfect tour - it runs for 3 hours and includes tastings at 3 venues, you'll never want it to end!

Get together with a guide and small group of fellow nightlife lovers to explore the Sydney CBD or Darlinghurst/Surry Hills on a cocktail tour. With a provided drink and food at the first bar, you'll kick off the night of exploring some nightlife hot spots that most tourists never find. Listen to your guide's commentary on Sydney's nightlife scene as you travel and leave the bar-hopping night with a map of recommendations for where to continue the party.

Grab your friends and prepare for some fun on this afternoon brewery and distillery tour. You’ll be taken to two local breweries and a distillery (or vice versa) to learn how your favorite drinks are made and, of course, to have a taste. The tour starts at 2pm so will take you through to the early evening, when you can call it a night or continue the fun independently.

Enjoy an evening out with a difference when you join Norfolk Island's theatrical dinner show. Learn all about the island's dark yet fascinating history through factual, dramatized entertainment. Dine on a tasty three-course meal inspired by traditional British cuisine that will take you back to the colonial days. Learn more about Norfolk Island while having fun.

Experience the thrill of exploring the Blue Mountains in an open air ex-army Land Rover with this exciting small-group tour. Meet your driver in Katoomba and jump in, channeling your inner adventurer as you cruise through the Blue Mountains with the wind in your hair. Taking you right off the beaten track, this guided tour is the perfect way to explore these rugged and epic landscapes.

Experience Sydney’s history, food, and culture on this guided excursion to Barangaroo and The Rocks. Enjoy amazing views at Barangaroo Park, sample Italian classics, local beer, and pub food—it’s included in the tour price. Then, head to the Rocks and learn about landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge with an informative local guide. Finish the night with a delectable dinner of fresh Thai cuisine.

Discover the delicious food of Sydney's vibrant Chinatown district with a food-loving guide who takes you to local favorites. Sample a variety of dishes from different parts of China, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, with enough food to make up a full meal. Meet restaurant owners and chefs, hear personal stories of immigration to Australia, and learn how family recipes have been adapted with Australian ingredients. Get the inside scoop on favorite eateries and enjoy an array of tantalizing flavors on this fun and informative food tour.

Get up close and personal with the crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, and amazing sea life in Booderee National Park on this guided Jervis Bay sea kayaking tour from Huskisson. Leaving in the morning, you’ll cruise through the glassy waters along the coastline to Bowen Island and Murrays Beach, before swinging by a secluded beach fringed with lush rainforest and feasting on freshly baked cakes, tropical fruit, and hot drinks.

Immerse yourself in the spirit of Latin America as you cruise past Sydney’s top waterside sights during a Latin-themed dinner cruise in the Harbour City. Departing in the early evening means you’ll be able to admire the city in both daylight and after dark, while free-flowing alcoholic drinks and 3-course set menu ensure you stay sated throughout the cruise. After dinner, you’ll have the chance to dance to a DJ set and watch a Brazilian-themed show.

Explore beyond the major tourist attractions and get to know one of Sydney’s most diverse and interesting neighborhoods–Newtown–on this street art and food tour. Avoid the hassle and discomfort of large tours as this one is capped at twelve participants. Learn more about local culture on an art walking tour, then refuel at four food stops, which might include Egyptian, Pakistani, Turkish, Japanese, and more.

Take a deep dive into local history with this guided tour of the Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area, a UNESCO-listed living showcase of Polynesian, convict, and Pitcairn Islander history. See the colonial headstones in the island cemetery, ruins of the New Gaol (jail), the Pier Store, old homes on Quality Row, and more. Finish your tour with afternoon tea.

Lose yourself in the mesmerizing landscapes of the Nightcap National Park on this half-day tour from Byron Bay. Hike through the UNESCO-listed rainforest, then cool off with a swim beneath the beautiful Minyon Falls. After refueling with a hearty BBQ lunch, get a taste of local life in the Byron Bay Hinterlands as you stop by towns and villages, including the legendary market town of Bangalow.

Ditch the guidebook and explore Australia’s most populous city with a local host. Craft an itinerary that suits your interests and hit the streets with a local, visiting landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, as well as amazing hidden spots and vibrant neighborhoods. Enjoy an insider’s view on this beautiful, diverse metropolis.

Spice up your 4-hour Sydney sightseeing cruise by adding a Latino flavour! Marvel over iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House as you glide around Sydney Harbour, then turn your attention to the dazzling on-board entertainment. Tuck into a delicious buffet dinner, accompanied by live music and dance, and make the most of the licensed bar (own expense).

Benefit from exploring Surry Hills with a food-loving guide on a half-day tour of this fascinating district in Sydney. Discover places that most visitors miss as you stop into restaurants and cafes that serve up a range of delectable bites, with enough samples to make a hearty meal. You’ll also see landmarks including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Garden, and The Rocks.

3 hour Whale Watch tour onboard 'Imagine', a 54ft Sailing Catamaran, purpose designed as a model for eco-tourism. She offers a covered foredeck as well as a comfortable downstairs cabin and bar. Sail with 'Imagine' - so quiet you can hear the Whales breathe!

Explore Sydney with the benefit of your own private guide on a half-day tour that can be tailored to your interests. Learn about the founding of Sydney as you visit the historic Rocks district, and see landmarks like the Queen Victoria building, Royal Botanic Gardens, and Mrs Macquaries Point before heading to outlying destinations such as Watsons Bay, Bondi Beach, and The Gap.

Explore Sydney's highlights on a comfortable bus tour with a live guide who provides insights into the city's landmarks and history. See iconic sites like the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach while capturing memorable moments at carefully chosen photo stops. Get local tips and advice from your guide for the rest of your trip.