Private Tour: Half-Day Iconic Sydney
At a glance
Private Tour: Half-Day Iconic Sydney is a 4h private experience in Sydney, Australia, operated by Dingo Tours. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $248.09 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Live commentary on board.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 22 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, English, Dutch
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This 4-hour, guided Sydney highlights tour is the perfect way to kick-start or end your holiday. See all the city hot spots and tourist icons. An expert tour guide will provide you with all the insight info you like to know as a first time visitor. Where are the best beaches in town? Or the best walks, the finest restaurants or the most atmospheric Aussie pubs? In fact, this tour will leave you with so many ideas and plans that you'll likely decide to extend your stay in the world's most beautiful city.
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Live commentary on board
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The oldest part of Sydney, site of the first settlement
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Stop 2 · 10m
360 degree view over the harbour
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Stop 3 · 5m
Fantastic views on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Lunapark.
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Stop 4 · 5m
Icon
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Stop 5
With the Fingerwharf, Harry Café de Wheels
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Stop 6 · 15m
Where Elizabeth Macquarie, wife of Governor Lachlan Macquarie, waited for tall ships to bring news, clothes and furniture from home!
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Stop 7 · 5m
Iconic building, opened in 1973.
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Stop 8
Eclectic architecture of the Victorian era, art deco and Manhatten style red-brick buildings.
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Stop 9
The Golden Mile, playground of Sydney's underground.
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Stop 10
Starting point of the Sydney to Hobart Yaught Race
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Stop 11
Build in 1805, Home of Charles Wentworth, politician, lawyer, explorer, newspaper owner.
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Stop 12 · 10m
Home of Shark Beach, where the kiddies frollic in the surf without fear for the 25 bull sharks of Sydney harbour.
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Stop 13 · 15m
At Sydney's South Head, where the harbour spills out in the Pacific.
Marvel at the wooden, multimillion dollar cottages.
15 min Gap walk (for those who feel like it) -
Stop 14 · 15m
15 min walk along Jacob's Ladder for the best views over the harbour, the Gap and the Pacific.
From May to September, and November to December: spot a humpback or a southern right whale on their yearly migration to and from the tropics. -
Stop 15 · 30m
Iconic beach, birthplace of Australia's beach culture.
Coffee break! -
Stop 16
AKA Glamourama
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Stop 17
Family friendly beach.
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Stop 18
Paddington, as in the suburb.
Marvel at the Victorian terraces.
Fashion district! -
Stop 19
As in Surry Hills & Darlinghurst the trendy suburb where the locals play.
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Stop 20
Darlinghurst is where Sydney's Mardi Gras takes place every year (usually in March).
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Stop 21
Paddi's Markets!
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Stop 22
Entertainment district in the old working harbour
Meeting point
We pick up from all city hotels.
Please confirm your booking at least 48 hours before departure (or 24 hours for last minute bookings!
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Tour: Half-Day Iconic Sydney take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $248.09 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off; Bottled water; Live commentary on board.
Where does it start?
We pick up from all city hotels. Please confirm your booking at least 48 hours before departure (or 24 hours for last minute bookings!
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, English, Dutch.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Sydney.
