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7-Day Sydney & Surrounds Luxury Self-Drive

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Trip Overview

This seven-day iconic Sydney and surrounds trip really shows off what the Australian state of New South Wales has to offer!

This luxury self-drive tour will take you from iconic Sydney, New South Wales, to the Blue Mountains and finish at Fisherman’s Point on the Hawkesbury River. You will start with a Sydney tour including a Harbour bridge climb, lunch harbour cruise and an afternoon at Bondi Beach.

City exploring done, you'll look to a blue horizon of eucalyptus trees that appear to stretch on forever, and expect to be enchanted by the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. The town of Katoomba sits on the edge of a cliff, offering breathtaking views of the craggy Three Sisters rock formation. The views of the World Heritage-listed rainforest and dramatic escarpments stretch over the horizon.

You'll finish your tour with some remote indulgence. A highly exclusive retreat nestled between the Hawkesbury River and Marramarra National Park at Fisherman’s Point, Marramarra Lodge is breathtakingly exquisite. Access is by river only with scheduled boat transfers; this is just the beginning of your incredible experience.
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Sightseeing
Cruising
Culture & Arts

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Itinerary

Day 1

A Perfect Day in Sydney - Harbour Bridge Climb and Afternoon at Bondi Beach

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A Perfect Day in Sydney - Harbour Bridge Climb and Afternoon at Bondi Beach

Sydney is stunning and there’s no doubt that sparkling Sydney Harbour makes it an attractive destination, but there’s lots more going for it than just natural beauty. You'll start the day with a Sydney Harbour Bridge climb before heading to Iconic Bondi Beach for an afternoon in the sun. Here, you can treat yourself to lunch at the famous Icebergs.

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    Accommodation

    Shangri-La Hotel Sydney5 star

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    Activities

    Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

    Bondi BeachOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Icebergs Dining Room and BarOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Sydney to Sydney

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    Destinations

    Sydney

    The Rocks

Day 2

A Day on Sydney's Magnificent Harbour

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A Day on Sydney's Magnificent Harbour

Today, you'll enjoy a unique, luxury private four-hour cruise experience on Sydney's spectacular harbour. You'll take in the sites of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and the bays and coves of Sydney Harbour. You'll enjoy a gourmet three-course BBQ lunch with regional wines, local beers and five-star service. You'll immerse yourself in all the activities that a private vessel offers including, swimming, fishing and kayaking – or simply, sit back and relax.

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    Accommodation

    Shangri-La Hotel Sydney5 star

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    Activities

    Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    The Rocks

    Sydney

Day 3

Onwards to the Spectacular Blue Mountains

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Onwards to the Spectacular Blue Mountains

City exploring done, you'll look to a blue horizon of eucalyptus trees that appear to stretch on forever. Expect to be enchanted by the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area as you travel there from Sydney today. You'll take the 545-metre Scenic Cableway journey which gently descends into the Jamison Valley and returns to the top of the escarpment offering beautiful views of Three Sisters, Orphan Rock and Mt Solitary.

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    Accommodation

    Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa5 star

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    Activities

    Scenic Skyway

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Sydney to Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    The Rocks

    Blue Mountains

    Katoomba

Day 4

Blue Mountains Meets 4WD Action

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Blue Mountains Meets 4WD Action

To experience the true beauty of the Blue Mountains, you need to travel beyond the scenic lookouts and immerse yourself in the regions hidden secrets. Wentworth Falls Lake and Wentworth Falls, Kings Tableland, historic Leura village, on to Three Sisters and Echo Point; this exhilarating 4WD tour takes in all the sights and more. Blackheath village, the Grand Canyon, Bridal Veil Falls, picturesque Pulpit Rock and Anvil Rock and the rainforest of the Megalong Valley will be your next stops.

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    Accommodation

    Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa5 star

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    Activities

    4WD Blue Mountains Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Katoomba

    Newnes Plateau

Day 5

Travel to the Remote Indulgence of Marramarra Lodge with Gourmet Sunset Cruise

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Travel to the Remote Indulgence of Marramarra Lodge with Gourmet Sunset Cruise

Today, you'll head back down the mountain and head to Fishermans’ Point which adjoins the Marramarra National Park. With no roads, hiking and boating provide the best way to discover the culture, history and wildlife. Typical wildlife seen at Marramarra Lodge includes sea eagles, lyrebirds, wallabies, goannas, bandicoots, black and white cockatoos, bush turkeys and kookaburras. In the evening, consider joining the delightful champagne and oysters sunset cruise from Marramarra Lodge.

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    Accommodation

    Marramarra Lodge

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    Activities

    Oyster & Champagne Sunset CruiseOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa to Marramarra National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Katoomba

    Berowra Creek

Day 6

Relax at Marramarra Lodge and Pearl Oyster Tour

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Relax at Marramarra Lodge and Pearl Oyster Tour

You'll begin the day with a special tour to see the growing and opening of a pearl oyster and beautiful jewellery. The fifth-generation pearler's story stretching back to Broome is intriguing. After a private tour of a pearl and oyster farm, you'll spend the day enjoying the surroundings either in the spa or simply enjoying the views from your tent or bungalow. There is an abundance of activities on offer from Marramarra Lodge so the choice is yours!

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    Accommodation

    Marramarra Lodge

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    Activities

    Activities & Experiences at Marramarra Lodge

    Pearl & Oyster TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Berowra Creek

Day 7

Departure Day

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Departure Day

After breakfast, make your way to the airport where you'll catch your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Marramarra Lodge to Sydney Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Berowra Creek

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What’s included?

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 6 breakfasts and 1 lunch
  • Airport transfer

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • Ground transportation
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits