Top Sydney Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for Sydney Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Sydney Day Trips & Excursions are: Blue Mountains Private Tour- Scenic World Inc- Pick up & Drop off From Sydney: Full Day Tour of Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas Sydney Gems Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off Quad Biking, Koalas and Kangaroos - Private Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Sydney Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Sydney Day Trips & Excursions are: Secrets of City Circle Walking Tour Sydney Private Experience with a Local 3-8hrs: Icons & Gems Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour Taronga Zoo + Ferry Return Ticket Taronga Zoo Entry & Sydney Harbour 2-Day Hop On Hop Off Cruise View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Sydney Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Sydney Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Sydney Beaches Secrets of City Circle Walking Tour Sydney Private Experience with a Local 3-8hrs: Icons & Gems Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour Taronga Zoo + Ferry Return Ticket View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Sydney Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Sydney Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Blue Mountains Day Tour Including Parramatta River Cruise Private Sydney Discovery Tour Blue Mountains Luxury Private Tour PRIVATE Sydney City Bondi Beach Opera House & Botanic Garden Tour Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Sydney trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Sydney Tours. Top 10 Sydney 2026 Senior-friendly tours Sydney The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Sydney Top Day Trips from Sydney Things to do in Sydney this summer View all Sydney Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Sydney?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Sydney are: Sydney Attraction Tickets Sydney Sightseeing Tickets & Passes Sydney Outdoor Activities Sydney Nature & Wildlife Sydney Zoo Tickets & Passes View all tour styles in Sydney →

Private Luxury Blue Mountains - Local Guide

Discover the UNESCO - listed landscapes of The World Heritage listed Blue Mountains on a private full day tailor made for exclusively you! Enjoy the …More

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Private Luxury Blue Mountains - Local Guide

Discover the UNESCO - listed landscapes of The World Heritage listed Blue Mountains on a private full day tailor made for exclusively you! Enjoy the...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Sydney City Tour: The Key Attractions

A private tour for 1-5 people. This is a good place to begin if you want to see the main sights of Sydney as well …More

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Private Sydney City Tour: The Key Attractions

A private tour for 1-5 people. This is a good place to begin if you want to see the main sights of Sydney as well...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered

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Looking for an epic start to your adventure Down Under? We’ll introduce you to Sydney highlighting iconic destinations; from Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour …More

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7 Day ULTIMATE Sydney (18 - 35s)

Looking for an epic start to your adventure Down Under? We’ll introduce you to Sydney highlighting iconic destinations; from Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour...

7 days Free Cancellation

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From Sydney Blue Mountains Private Tour with Wildlife Park

Discover the natural beauty of the blue Mountains on a private tour from Sydney. Visit the charming village of leura, see the Three Sisters rock …More

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From Sydney Blue Mountains Private Tour with Wildlife Park

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8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Blue Mountains In a Day:Private Day Trip From Sydney

Blue Mountains private tours from Sydney, exclusively for your group of 1-7 guests. Visit cliff-top lookouts for stunning views of the mountains, including some of the quieter spots. Choose …More

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Blue Mountains In a Day:Private Day Trip From Sydney

Blue Mountains private tours from Sydney, exclusively for your group of 1-7 guests. Visit cliff-top lookouts for stunning views of the mountains, including some of the quieter spots. Choose...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Two hours north of Sydney is the beautiful Hunter Valley wine region – experience personal tastings, foodie delights and more in this full-day tour. Explore …More

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The REAL Hunter Valley Tour

Two hours north of Sydney is the beautiful Hunter Valley wine region – experience personal tastings, foodie delights and more in this full-day tour. Explore...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Get Picked up from your Hotel in a European Sedan/ SUV or Luxury Van. Its an 8hr Tour Hotel to Hotel Visit Scenic World (Katoomba, …More

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Blue Mountains Luxury Tour from Sydney

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8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Enjoy getting settled into Sydney with this fully private 6 hour experience, hosted by one of our friendly team. Your private tour will show you …More

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Sydney 6 Hour Private Tour

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6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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It’s our view that the best Sydney has to offer is by the beach. Sydney’s coastline and harbour boasts over 100 beaches - many of …More

Experience Sydney's Best Beaches

It’s our view that the best Sydney has to offer is by the beach. Sydney’s coastline and harbour boasts over 100 beaches - many of...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Customise your perfect day out with a private tour of Sydney that caters specifically to your interests. There are a multitude of ways you can …More

Sydney Your Way - Customisable Tour

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9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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South Coast Private Tour | Fully Customizable, Highlands Option

Discover the stunning NSW South Coast on this scenic day trip from Sydney. Travel the Grand Pacific Drive, cross the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge, and …More

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South Coast Private Tour | Fully Customizable, Highlands Option

Discover the stunning NSW South Coast on this scenic day trip from Sydney. Travel the Grand Pacific Drive, cross the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge, and...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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We offer an experienced private tour in a new luxury minibus for groups up to 11 in total. Guests may choose various locations including The …More

Private Scenic Day Trip From Sydney for families and friends

We offer an experienced private tour in a new luxury minibus for groups up to 11 in total. Guests may choose various locations including The...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered

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Experience the beauty of the Hunter Valley and sample some of Australia’s finest food and wines with a guided day tour in one of our …More

Hunter Valley Wine Country Luxury Tour from Sydney

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10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Blue Mountains and Australian Native Animals

Join me for an unforgettable adventure to the stunning World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, a must-see destination near Sydney. Every day here offers something new, with …More

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Blue Mountains and Australian Native Animals

Join me for an unforgettable adventure to the stunning World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, a must-see destination near Sydney. Every day here offers something new, with...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Leave the city behind and uncover the spectacular natural beauty and unique wildlife of Sydney’s South Coast. This private full-day tour takes you through the …More

Kiama & Kangaroos - Sydney South Coast Escape

Leave the city behind and uncover the spectacular natural beauty and unique wildlife of Sydney’s South Coast. This private full-day tour takes you through the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Expert knowledge from Rocky. My name is Rocky owner operator of Rocky Road Tours and Travels I've Been in the tour business to 7 years …More

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Canberra Private Tour from Sydney

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10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Hunter Valley Wine-Tasting Day Tour from Sydney

Enjoy a private Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney, exclusively for your group of 1-7 guests. Enjoy wine tasting at up to 4 boutique wineries …More

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Private Hunter Valley Wine-Tasting Day Tour from Sydney

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10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Canberra Private Sightseeing Tours from Sydney

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Canberra Private Sightseeing Tours from Sydney

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1 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Experience the very best of Sydney on your luxury private city tour. Your full day 8 hour private city tour will reveal the very best of …More

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Luxury Sydney City Private Tour

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8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Blue Mountains Private and Customizable Hike from Sydney

This is the perfect tour for more adventurous and active travelers. You will see the most spectacular sights of the Blue Mountains that most tourists …More

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Blue Mountains Private and Customizable Hike from Sydney

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10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Sydney Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Sydney Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Sydney Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Sydney Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Sydney Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Sydney Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Sydney trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Sydney?