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3-day itinerary · Sydney

3 Days in Sydney: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a mix of signature sightseeing, culture and outdoor experiences. Start with city highlights and the Sydney Opera House, then explore wildlife, waterfront scenery and the Blue Mountains.

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Day 1: City icons and harbour lights

Get acquainted with Sydney through guided sightseeing, performing-arts stories and a harbour cruise.

  1. Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

    Morning

    Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

    Join a guided city sightseeing tour for an introduction to Sydney’s highlights before exploring individual experiences.

  2. Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

    Afternoon

    Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

    Explore the Sydney Opera House with a guide, discovering stories of its artists and performances for a signature cultural introduction.

  3. Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

    Evening

    Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

    Cruise the harbour as city lights emerge, taking in Sydney’s landmarks from the water.

Day 2: Cycling, wildlife and skyline

Combine active sightseeing with animal encounters and panoramic city views.

  1. Sydney Bike Tours

    Morning

    Sydney Bike Tours

    Explore Sydney by bike, adding an active outdoor perspective to your first visit.

  2. Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

    Afternoon

    Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

    See animals from around the world at Taronga Zoo, pairing wildlife encounters with its foreshore setting.

  3. Skyfeast Dining Experience at Sydney Tower

    Evening

    Skyfeast Dining Experience at Sydney Tower

    Take in panoramic views from Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant, rounding out the day with a skyline-focused experience.

Day 3: Mountain scenery and aerial views

Expand beyond the city with Blue Mountains scenery before returning to aerial and waterfront perspectives.

  1. Blue Mountains Half Day Experience with Scenic World and Lookouts

    Morning

    Blue Mountains Half Day Experience with Scenic World and Lookouts

    Explore Blue Mountains lookouts and Scenic World for a nature-focused contrast to Sydney’s urban highlights.

  2. Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight

    Afternoon

    Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter Flight

    See Sydney Harbour from a helicopter, gaining a bird’s-eye perspective on the waterfront explored earlier.

  3. Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

    Evening

    Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

    Enjoy a cocktail harbour cruise and photograph the waterfront from outdoor decks for a scenic finale.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.