Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)
Overview
Curtesy hotel pick up in modern mini coach, discover the intriguing Story of Sydney in only 4 hours.
Told like a story, the tour begins where it all started, The Rocks.
Discover how the area has evolved from a penal colony to housing two of the world’s most prominent icons.
Your 4 hour journey unfolds with many photo opportunities traveling past popular landmarks, through charming, vibrant neighbourhoods on route to Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach.
Discover the lively street culture, entertainment and shopping in Paddington and Darlinghurst, to the new and dazzling Barangaroo.
The Story of Sydney is the perfect orientation taking you on an intimate journey through Sydney from 1788 to today.
You will leave the tour with an abundance of knowledge as you discover the history, lifestyle and culture of the many diverse neighbourhoods that make up the City of Sydney.
What's Included
- Fully escorted with entertaining commentary throughout
- Listening devices available if required
- Relaxed short walks along stunning harbour and coastal paths at The Gap, Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Plenty of photo opportunities of iconic Sydney architecture and famous landmarks
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
The tour begins at 8:30am at the back entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel, Harrington Street, The Rocks. Pick up can also be arranged from other city hotels for people with mobility challenges.
199 George Street
The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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The Rocks
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sydney Opera House
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mrs Macquarie's Chair
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Woolloomooloo Wharf (pass by)
Double Bay (pass by)
Watsons Bay
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bondi Beach
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Paddington (pass by)
Queen Victoria Building (QVB) (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up and drop off from your CBD city hotel (or convenient CBD city location)
- Wear comfortable shoes for other optional short walks
- Remember your camera
- Sunhat / warm jacket as per weather conditions
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat. Passengers to supply infant seats.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-6088P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Fully escorted with entertaining commentary throughout.
- Listening devices available if required.
- Relaxed short walks along stunning harbour and coastal paths at The Gap, Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Plenty of photo opportunities of iconic Sydney architecture and famous landmarks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach) is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach) will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Fully escorted with entertaining commentary throughout
- Listening devices available if required
- Relaxed short walks along stunning harbour and coastal paths at The Gap, Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Plenty of photo opportunities of iconic Sydney architecture and famous landmarks
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up and drop off from your CBD city hotel (or convenient CBD city location)
- Wear comfortable shoes for other optional short walks
- Remember your camera
- Sunhat / warm jacket as per weather conditions
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat. Passengers to supply infant seats.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
