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Shore excursions · Australia

Shore excursions
in Sydney

310 shore excursions in Sydney from $14 per guest, most 4 to 10 hours, rated 4.8 on average by cruisers who reviewed them.

Prices checked Oct 25. Ratings from Viator reviews. We may earn a commission when you book through our partners.

Hand-picked tours, activities and adventures for your stop in Sydney. Look for Worry-Free tours: the operator guarantees you're back before the ship sails.

Excursions: 310
From, per guest: $14
Average rating: 4.8 ★; 201 reviewed tours

Sydney cruise port

Sydney cruise port

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01 · MOST POPULAR

Most popular in Sydney

Rated 4.3 or better, ranked by how many cruisers reviewed them.

Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour

Private

Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour

5.0(373)12 h

Viator

From$433

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Blue Mountains PRIVATE Day Tour with Wildlife Park (Min.3 )

Private

Blue Mountains PRIVATE Day Tour with Wildlife Park (Min.3 )

4.9(211)10 h

Viator

From$376

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Sydney Opera House Walking Tour

Worry-Free

Sydney Opera House Walking Tour

4.7(177)1 h

Viator

From$36

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Blue Mountains Private Tour From Sydney, & Featherdale Aussie Animal Park Option

Worry-Free

Blue Mountains Private Tour From Sydney, & Featherdale Aussie Animal Park Option

4.7(174)9 h

Viator

From$355

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Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)

Worry-Free

Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)

4.9(173)4 h

Viator

From$120

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Sydney Half Day Private Tour: See Sydney Opera House and Bondi

Worry-Free

Sydney Half Day Private Tour: See Sydney Opera House and Bondi

4.9(144)4 h

Viator

From$308

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PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more

Worry-Free

PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more

4.9(135)10 h

Viator

From$357

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Madame Tussauds Sydney Ticket

Madame Tussauds Sydney Ticket

4.3(135)1 h 30 min

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From$28per guest

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At a glance

Sydney excursions at a glance

87% of the excursions with a listed length last 3 hours or longer.
Half cost $448 or less, and prices run from $14 to $5,878.
227 of the 310 are private tours, and 21 run as small groups.
22 are Worry-Free: the operator guarantees you're back before the ship sails.
The most reviewed is SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket, with 592 reviews from cruisers.

About the Sydney cruise port

Sydney, Australia cruise port is located in the heart of the city, on the eastern side of Sydney Harbour. It is situated between Circular Quay and Darling Harbour, and is easily accessible by public transport, car, and ferry.

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours.

Ships usually stay about 11.5 hours.

Sydney port guide Ships in Sydney by day

02 · SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing in Sydney

Popular here: Private Sightseeing Tours, Bus Tours and Luxury Car Tours.

Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

Worry-Free

Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

5.0(68)8 h

Viator

From$301

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Blue Mountains Private Tour from Sydney

Worry-Free

Blue Mountains Private Tour from Sydney

5.0(117)9 h

Viator

From$1,395

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Royal National Park Private Tour

Worry-Free

Royal National Park Private Tour

5.0(57)9 h

Viator

From$376

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Private City Tour: Best of Sydney

Private

Private City Tour: Best of Sydney

5.0(44)6 h

Viator

From$276

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Fully Inclusive Blue Mountains Private Tour inc Scenic World & Featherdale Entry

Worry-Free

Fully Inclusive Blue Mountains Private Tour inc Scenic World & Featherdale Entry

5.0(60)10 h

Viator

From$537

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Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

Private

Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

5.0(39)9 h

Viator

From$484

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Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour

Private

Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour

5.0(38)6 h

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From$713

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Sydney City Private Tour

Private

Sydney City Private Tour

5.0(35)8 h

Viator

From$1,295

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03 · WILDLIFE & NATURE

Wildlife & nature in Sydney

Popular here: Nature and Wildlife Tours, Involves Animals and Nature Walks.

Walking with Wild Kangaroos Private Half-Day Trip from Sydney

Worry-Free

Walking with Wild Kangaroos Private Half-Day Trip from Sydney

5.0(51)3 h 30 min

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From$269

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Private Guided Tour from Sydney to Blue Mountains National Park

Private

Private Guided Tour from Sydney to Blue Mountains National Park

5.0(46)9 h

Viator

From$1,612

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Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour

Private

Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour

5.0(21)10 h

Viator

From$644

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Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

Private

Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

5.0(18)9 h

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From$394

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Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai Park Tour

Worry-Free

Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai Park Tour

4.9(60)7 h

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From$319

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Blue Mountains Private Tour | Beyond the Three Sisters

Private

Blue Mountains Private Tour | Beyond the Three Sisters

5.0(16)10 h

Viator

From$423

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Blue Mountains Private Tour including Wildlife Park

Worry-Free

Blue Mountains Private Tour including Wildlife Park

4.9(114)10 h

Viator

From$519

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PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Australian Wildlife & Cruise

Private

PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Australian Wildlife & Cruise

5.0(13)11 h

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From$584

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04 · ADVENTURE

Adventure in Sydney

Popular here: 4WD Tours, Adventure Tours and Outback Tours.

The 3 Bridges Harley Tour - see the main iconic bridges of Sydney on a Harley

Private

The 3 Bridges Harley Tour - see the main iconic bridges of Sydney on a Harley

5.0(47)1 h

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From$100

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Blue Mountains Private Tour (Featherdale & Scenic World optional)

Private

Blue Mountains Private Tour (Featherdale & Scenic World optional)

5.0(76)10 h

Viator

From$329

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Sydney 6 Hour Private Tour

Private

Sydney 6 Hour Private Tour

5.0(36)6 h

Viator

From$995

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Unforgettable Blue Mountains Day Tour

Private

Unforgettable Blue Mountains Day Tour

5.0(23)11 h

Viator

From$233

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Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney

Private

Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney

5.0(22)10 h

Viator

From$1,595

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Blue Mountains Private Tour - Majestic Views -Pick up & Drop off

Private

Blue Mountains Private Tour - Majestic Views -Pick up & Drop off

5.0(19)9 h

Viator

From$322

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Luxury Sydney City Private Tour

Private

Luxury Sydney City Private Tour

5.0(12)8 h

Viator

From$1,195

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PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour

Private

PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour

4.9(58)11 h

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From$534

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05 · HISTORY & CULTURE

History & culture in Sydney

Popular here: Historical Tours, Cultural Tours and Attractions & Museums.

Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour

Private

Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour

5.0(20)6 h

Viator

From$293

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Sydney: PRIVATE Blue Mountains, Wildlife & Cruise Luxe Tour (10h)

Private

Sydney: PRIVATE Blue Mountains, Wildlife & Cruise Luxe Tour (10h)

5.0(16)10 h

Viator

From$669

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Sydney Opera House and Aussie Animals Private Tour

Worry-Free

Sydney Opera House and Aussie Animals Private Tour

4.9(18)4 h

Viator

From$415

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Canberra Private Tour from Sydney

Likely to sell out

Canberra Private Tour from Sydney

5.0(8)12 h

Viator

From$1,146

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Private Sydney City Customized Tour

Private

Private Sydney City Customized Tour

5.0(6)7 h

Viator

From$251

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Private Blue Mountains Day Trip VIP from Sydney luxury

Private

Private Blue Mountains Day Trip VIP from Sydney luxury

5.0(4)11 h

Viator

From$465

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Sydney City Tour | Bondi, Opera House, Bridge & Highlights

Likely to sell out

Sydney City Tour | Bondi, Opera House, Bridge & Highlights

5.0(4)6 h

Viator

From$645

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Private Sydney Discovery Tour

Private

Private Sydney Discovery Tour

5.0(3)6 h

Viator

From$322

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06 · TRANSFERS

Getting to the airport or your hotel in Sydney

Rides to and from Sydney Airport, Chauffeured Airport and Sydney's Best Airport.

Limoroo, Airport Transfers and Luxe Door to Door Service

Limoroo, Airport Transfers and Luxe Door to Door Service

5.0(8)2 h

Viator

From$322per guest

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Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney CBD/Downtown to Sydney Airport 1-11 people

Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney CBD/Downtown to Sydney Airport 1-11 people

5.0(4)30 to 60 mins

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From$258per guest

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Luxury Private 6 Hr Tour | Departs from Cruise Terminal

Private

Luxury Private 6 Hr Tour | Departs from Cruise Terminal

5.0(2)6 h

Viator

From$393

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Sydney Airport Premium Transfer (Arrivals)

Sydney Airport Premium Transfer (Arrivals)

5.0(2)45 min

Viator

From$107per guest

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Private Driver Sydney in a Luxury Mercedes

Private Driver Sydney in a Luxury Mercedes

5.0(2)12 h

Viator

From$573per guest

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Hire Car and Limousine Service

Hire Car and Limousine Service

5.0(1)1 h

Viator

From$215per guest

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Sydney Airport Private Luxury Transfer | Meet & Greet Included

Sydney Airport Private Luxury Transfer | Meet & Greet Included

5.0(1)1 h

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From$122per guest

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Private Transfer from Sydney Cruise Port to Sydney City hotels

Private Transfer from Sydney Cruise Port to Sydney City hotels

5.0(1)15 min

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From$49per guest

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07 · EVERYTHING IN SYDNEY

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310 excursions in Sydney, 25 per page.

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Private Scenic Day Trip From Sydney for families and friends

Private

Private Scenic Day Trip From Sydney for families and friends

10 hViator

From$1,075

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$1,075

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Discover Sydney in Style: Half-Day Private Tour in a luxury car

Private

Discover Sydney in Style: Half-Day Private Tour in a luxury car

6 hViator

From$304

From

$304

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Private Panoramic Blue Mountains with Australian Wildlife Park Visit

Private

Private Panoramic Blue Mountains with Australian Wildlife Park Visit

Encounter Australian native animals in a wildlife park and go sightseeing in the picturesque Blue Mountains, including Lincoln's Rock…

8 hoursShore Excursions Group

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Private NSW South Coast Day Trip from Sydney

Private

Private NSW South Coast Day Trip from Sydney

9 hViator

From$888

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$888

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Jervis Bay and Shoalhaven South Coast NSW Private Tours

Private

Jervis Bay and Shoalhaven South Coast NSW Private Tours

12 hViator

From$537

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$537

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Private Story of Sydney (Post Cruise)

Private

Private Story of Sydney (Post Cruise)

Delight in seeing a full spectrum sights. From the cultural icons to its enchanting beaches, this Sydney tour delivers a quality experience.

4 hoursShore Excursions Group

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Blue Mountains, Featherdale Park, and Scenic World Highlights (Hotel Guests)

Blue Mountains, Featherdale Park, and Scenic World Highlights (Hotel Guests)

Enjoy a full-day tour to the Blue Mountains from Sydney, where you'll experience breathtaking views, ancient rock formations, and intimate…

9.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$525

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$525per guest

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Private Departure Transfer of Sydney

Private Departure Transfer of Sydney

45 minViator

From$99

From

$99per guest

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Private Sydney City Half-Day Tour Opera House, Bondi Beach

Private

Private Sydney City Half-Day Tour Opera House, Bondi Beach

4 hViator

From$304

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$304

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Ultimate Aussie Backyard Experience

Ultimate Aussie Backyard Experience

Enjoy an exclusive small group VIP tour of Taronga Zoo to see Australia's unique native wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies, emus…

1.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$92

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$92per guest

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Blue Mountains Deluxe Experience

Blue Mountains Deluxe Experience

Explore Blue Mountains National Park, look for wildlife, and visit the Botanic Gardens on this eco-friendly small group day trip from…

10 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$370

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$370per guest

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Blue Mountain Self-Guided Private Tour with Chauffeur

Blue Mountain Self-Guided Private Tour with Chauffeur

6 hViator

From$638

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$638per guest

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Best of Blue Mountains: Private Tour

Private

Best of Blue Mountains: Private Tour

9 hViator

From$494

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$494

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Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience

Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience

This is the best "hands on," behind the scenes experience with Australia's nocturnal wildlife. This up close and personal tour led by a…

1.75 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$157

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$157per guest

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Central Coast and Aussie Reptile Park (Hotel Guests)

Central Coast and Aussie Reptile Park (Hotel Guests)

Discover Sydney's Central Coast on this exclusive tour, blending coastal charm, flourishing national parks, and memorable wildlife…

10 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$464

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$464per guest

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Private Story of Sydney (Pre Cruise)

Private

Private Story of Sydney (Pre Cruise)

Delight in seeing a full spectrum sights. From the cultural icons to its enchanting beaches, this Sydney tour delivers a quality experience.

4 hoursShore Excursions Group

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Private Transfer from Kembla Cruise Port to Sydney Airport (SYD)

Private Transfer from Kembla Cruise Port to Sydney Airport (SYD)

1 h 30 minViator

From$49

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$49per guest

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Secret Sydney Scenic Drive

Private

Secret Sydney Scenic Drive

4 hViator

From$193

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$193

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Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Experience (Hotel Guests)

Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Experience (Hotel Guests)

Explore Hunter Valley, Australia's top wine region, where fine wines and gourmet cuisine are set against breathtaking countryside views…

10 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$498

From

$498per guest

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Private City Walking Tour from your hotel

Private

Private City Walking Tour from your hotel

5 hViator

From$232

From

$232

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Post Cruise Blue Mountains, Featherdale Park, and Scenic World Highlights

Post Cruise Blue Mountains, Featherdale Park, and Scenic World Highlights

Escape Sydney for a Blue Mountains tour, and discover the World Heritage-listed wilderness with a guide. Explore hidden vantage points…

9.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$525

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$525per guest

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Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Sydney Cruise Port

Private

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Sydney Cruise Port

7 hViator

From$654

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$654

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Sydney's Scenic Coastline and Aboriginal Sites

Sydney's Scenic Coastline and Aboriginal Sites

Partake in a scenic journey from Sydney's port to the tranquil Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai Chase, where you'll explore rich Aboriginal…

7 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$375

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$375per guest

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The Story of Sydney

The Story of Sydney

Delight in seeing a full spectrum of sights. From the cultural icons to its enchanting beaches, this Sydney tour delivers a quality…

4 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$152

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$152per guest

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Sydney Walking Tour Groups - Hidden Gems

Private

Sydney Walking Tour Groups - Hidden Gems

4 hViator

From$569

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$569

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