NSW PRODUCTSAT ATE17

NSW is represented at ATE17 by a wide array of exciting tourism product in Sydney and around Regional NSW. At ATE17, Destination NSW is working with its partners to showcase the best new product as well as established operators. This fact sheet features all NSW sellers at ATE this year and is arranged by product type.

Accommodation

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney This five-star property offers accommodation of exceptional comfort and space with free Wi-Fi and is located in the heart of Sydney, only a ten-minute walk from Circular Quay and The Rocks. All 415 guest rooms have recently been refurbished. A relaxation zone incorporates Amora Day Spa, a heated indoor swimming pool, steam room, jacuzzi and gym. Dining experiences include The Gallery Restaurant, Lounge Bar and Charr Restaurant. www.sydney.amorahotels.com

Arts Hotel Sydney Family-owned and -operated, this 3.5 star hotel in Paddington offers personal service and excellent value. The Sullivan family has operated the property since 1992, establishing an intimate, European-style atmosphere. The hotel is centrally located with direct access to the airport, city centre and Bondi Beach. Complimentary services include Wi-Fi, undercover parking, bicycles, movies and a guided walking tour of Paddington. www.artshotel.com.au

Byron Holiday Park* This newly-refurbished, mid-range property is set on 11 hectares of coastal parkland, five minutes’ drive from the centre of Byron Bay and with direct beach access. Byron Holiday Park has 72 modern villas, cabins, studios and cottages configured to accommodate families, couples, groups and independent travellers. Fully-equipped kitchens, laundries and verandas offer space, comfort and convenience. All rooms have air-conditioning, parking and complimentary Wi-Fi. Powered and unpowered sites are also available for campervan or motorhomes. www.byronholidaypark.com.au

Deluxe corner room Image courtesy of Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Art room Image courtesy of Arts Hotel Sydney

Figtree master bedroom Image courtesy of Byron Holiday Park

Current as at 1 April 2017

Cambridge Hotel Sydney The award winning, four-star Cambridge Hotel has 149 rooms and suites, many with balconies offering views over the city skyline. This independent hotel is perfectly located, close to the social and cultural precincts of Surry Hills and the eastern suburbs and within walking distance of the city centre. www.cambridgehotel.com.au

DeVere Hotel Sydney The DeVere Hotel is a 3.5 star boutique hotel situated in Potts Point, a short drive from the city centre and 10km from the airport. With 117 well-appointed rooms and family studios, the property offers a convenient location and modern facilities. www.devere.com.au

Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains & Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa* Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains - MGallery by Sofitel is adjacent to the Leura Golf Club, just 90 minutes’ drive west of Sydney, and is surrounded by World Heritage-listed national park. Completely renovated in 2015, the resort has 222 rooms and suites, an outdoor pool, tennis courts, gymnasium, bars, restaurants and Ubika Day Spa as well as extensive conference facilities for up to 400 people. www.fairmontresort.com.au

The Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa Retreat Blue Mountains features 41 rooms, an à la carte restaurant, Spa Sublime day spa, cocktail bar, open fireplace, pool and fitness centre. The property offers panoramic mountain views. www.mountainheritage.com.au

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is the best located five-star hotel in Sydney, with spectacular views over Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, surrounded by the city’s shopping and business precincts. The 531 luxurious rooms and suites offer breathtaking harbour or city views and guests can extend the five-star experience with a stay in a Club Room or Signature Suite, including access to Lounge 32, an exclusive retreat by Four Seasons.

Modern Australian dining is showcased at the hotel’s two restaurants and Grain Bar offers creative cocktails and one of the country’s largest whisky selections. Unwind with a blissful treatment at Endota Spa, with access to the hotel’s 24-hour gym, steam and sauna and the largest heated outdoor hotel pool in Sydney. www.fourseasons.com/sydney

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DeVere Hotel Sydney Image courtesy of DeVere Hotel Sydney

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The Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa Image courtesy of The Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa

Harbour view suite Image courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

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Hunter Valley Resort The Hunter Valley Resort offers comfortable accommodation, country hospitality and a wide range of food and wine experiences in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Experiences include the Hunter Valley Candy School, a 90-minute candy-making workshop; the Hunter Valley Cooking School, featuring hands-on cooking classes with the Executive Chef; and the Hunter Valley Wine School that provides an informal education on local wines. The Hunter Valley Wine Theatre allows visitors to learn about the winemaking process outside the wine-producing season. New experiences in 2017 include the Hunter Valley Beer School, Grape Stomping and Binnorie Cheese Dairy. The Hunter Valley Resort is represented by Australian Attractions. www.hunterresort.com.au

Mungo Lodge* This unique outback property located near Mungo National Park has 20 cabins and is committed to eco-sensitive management. A small number of guests ensures a personal and unique experience is provided along with warm hospitality. An in-house restaurant and bar, private veranda and tastefully-furnished rooms are a welcome retreat after a day spent exploring Mungo National Park. www.mungolodge.com.au

Newcastle Beach Hotel* Located in the evolving, historic east end of Newcastle, Newcastle Beach Hotel is just minutes’ walk away from stunning beaches, Newcastle Ocean Baths and the bustling harbour. The property has five styles of comfortable rooms, many with harbour, city or ocean views. It is an excellent base from which to explore Newcastle and its surrounds. www.newcastlebeachhotel.com.au

Paperbark Camp Located at Jervis Bay, just 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney on the unspoilt NSW south coast, Paperbark Camp is ecotourism at its best with twelve safari-style tents featuring solar-powered lighting, private en-suite and wrap-around verandas. Combining a unique Australian bush experience with great food, tranquil surroundings and genuine hospitality, Paperbark Camp allows guests to get back to nature in style and comfort whilst exploring the famous white beaches and national parks of Jervis Bay. Activities include dolphin- and whale-watching cruises, sea kayaking, bushwalking and wildlife encounters. www.paperbarkcamp.com.au

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Mungo Lodge Image courtesy of Mungo Lodge

Family room Image courtesy of Newcastle Beach Hotel

King deluxe tent Image courtesy of Paperbark Camp Current as at 1 April 2017

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney Refreshed as part of a recent $13.5-million redesign, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney is a boutique-style, five-star hotel in central Sydney. The hotel features 336 stylish guest rooms and 26 chic suites in a heritage-listed building plus two award-winning restaurants, bar, health club and a private business class lounge. www.radissonblu.com/plazahotel-sydney

Seasons Darling Harbour & Seasons Harbour Plaza Located in the heart of Sydney, Seasons Darling Harbour & Seasons Harbour Plaza offers a range of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, including penthouses. Both hotels are within walking distance of the many dining choices and entertainment venues in Darling Harbour's Cockle Bay and King Street Wharf. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium. www.sahg.com.au/seasons-hotel-darling-harbour www.sahg.com.au/seasons-harbour-plaza-sydney

The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa As well as its five-star dining and luxury spa, The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa offers guests an all-suite luxurious retreat experience, set amongst 18 hectares of subtropical rainforest. Start the day with an early morning complimentary yoga session, stay in touch with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy the range of spa treatments. www.thebyronatbyron.com.au

The Grace Hotel Built by the Grace Brothers in the 1920s as a showpiece of their successful retail business, The Grace Hotel has been beautifully restored to its former glory, making it one of Sydney’s most prominent historical landmarks, a fine example of Neo-Gothic architecture with contrasting Art Deco interior. Located in the heart of Sydney, this 4.5 star heritage-listed hotel features a unique selection of rooms and offers warm and personal service. www.gracehotel.com.au

The Old Clare Hotel* The first Unlisted Collection property in Australia is true to the group’s style of re-imagining heritage buildings. Based in the former Clare Hotel and Carlton and United Breweries administration building in Chippendale, the property has 62 rooms and a colourful palette of room types. Savvy travellers can expect exceptional hospitality and personalised service in an unpretentious setting. The hotel has a rooftop pool, meeting room, gym, day spa and stylish dining options. www.theoldclarehotel.com.au

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney Image courtesy of Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney

Seasons Harbour Plaza Image courtesy of Seasons Apartment Hotel Group

The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa Image courtesy of The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa

Main lobby Image courtesy of The Grace Hotel

Abercrombie room Image courtesy of The Old Clare Hotel

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The Sydney Boulevard Hotel The Sydney Boulevard Hotel has 270 spacious rooms with stunning panoramic views of Sydney Harbour or the city skyline. The hotel is located just 10 minutes’ walk from shopping malls, The Domain, Hyde Park, museums, restaurants and entertainment venues. Each guest room is designed with the leisure and business traveller in mind, including five elegant executive suites with harbour views and a Presidential Suite. All rooms have free Wi-Fi. Other facilities include a Grand Ballroom for 450 people, 11 meeting rooms, a fitness centre, Vard Restaurant and Seasons Café. www.sydneyboulevard.com.au

The Tank Stream Hotel* This 280-room Sydney hotel is the latest addition to the growing St Giles chain of international hotels. The hotel’s all-inclusive rate provides visitors with the latest in-room technology and entertainment, complimentary non-alcoholic mini bar and Nespresso coffee. Le Petit Flot Restaurant features contemporary French cuisine with a Japanese influence while the Private Dining Room is an intimate space suitable for corporate events, private meetings and special occasions. The Tank Stream Hotel is represented by Australian Attractions. www.stgiles.com/hotels/australia/sydney/the-tank-stream

The York by Swiss-Belhotel The York by Swiss-Belhotel is located in the heart of Sydney and offers all the services of a world-class city hotel with the added benefits of apartment-style suites with daily hotel servicing. Suites range from studio apartments to one-, two- and three-bedroom executive apartments. Each apartment features a kitchen, laundry, separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and an open-plan lounge and dining area, complimented by large open-air balconies with stunning views of the Sydney cityscape. www.theyorkapartments.com.au

Veriu Hotels & Suites Veriu’s studios and self-contained apartments have various bedroom configurations, furnished with the latest appliances and communication options. The Scandinavian-Australian look is an eclectic mix of beach cool, good design, beautiful imagery, natural textures and fabrics. Veriu Central offers stylish, contemporary hotel accommodation, just 300 metres from Sydney’s Central Station. Other Veriu properties in Sydney are located in Camperdown, Randwick, Central Railway Hotel, Broadway, and Pyrmont (opening late 2017). Central Park and Green Square will open in 2018. www.veriu.com.au

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The Tank Stream Hotel Image courtesy of The Tank Stream Hotel

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Attractions

Australian Museum The Australian Museum houses extensive collections of natural science and cultural artefacts dedicated to natural history, dinosaurs, indigenous Australians and Australia’s unique wildlife. The newly-refurbished Indigenous Australians exhibition traces Aboriginal culture from its recorded history (dating back 40,000 years) and examines the themes and issues in the lives of indigenous Australians today. Personal tours of this gallery and other exhibitions at the Australian Museum are available on request. A new rooftop café has opened with spectacular views over the Sydney skyline, St Mary’s Cathedral and the harbour. In 2017, the museum celebrates its 190th anniversary with a master plan, opening more of the historic site to the public and showcasing more of its collection of more than 18 million objects. www.australianmuseum.net.au

Australian National Maritime Museum The Australian National Maritime Museum (ANMM) is located on the Darling Harbour waterfront and is Australia’s national centre for maritime collections, exhibitions, research and archaeology. The museum’s newest attraction, Action Stations is a $12-million state-of-the-art immersive waterfront experience where visitors can explore the danger and drama of life in the Navy. The museum’s permanent exhibition, EORA First People, features bark paintings, sculptures and artefacts from Australia’s Aboriginal coastal and river communities. The ANMM is represented by Australian Attractions. www.anmm.gov.au Australian Reptile Park and Wildlife Sanctuary The Australian Reptile Park takes visitors on a journey into the world of wildlife and adventure through a host of different encounters. See koalas up-close, pat and hand feed free-roaming kangaroos and admire some of Australia’s most famous native animals; echidnas, wombats, cassowaries, dingos, kookaburras, cockatoos, Tasmanian devils and crocodiles. The attraction is one hour’s drive north from Sydney on the Central Coast of NSW. www.reptilepark.com.au

BridgeClimb Sydney BridgeClimb Sydney welcomes international visitors to scale the summit of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Since 1998, more than 3.5 million people have climbed to the top, with the activity now regarded as a must-do experience for Sydney visitors. An additional 3.5-hour BridgeClimb in Mandarin now departs in the morning, a complement to the shorter, daily 2.25-hour climb departing at 3pm. During Vivid Sydney, a Vivid Climb will operate in late May/early June. Every climber on a Night Climb during Vivid will be treated to a unique light installation at the summit, with climbers wearing illuminated vests. Climbs depart in English and Mandarin. www.bridgeclimb.com

Australian Museum Image courtesy of Australian Museum

James Cook’s HMB Endeavour replica vessel Image courtesy of Australian National Maritime Museum

Galapagos Tortoise Image courtesy of Australian Reptile Park and Wildlife Sanctuary

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Featherdale Wildlife Park Located 45 minutes’ drive from Sydney and enroute to the Blue Mountains National Park, Featherdale Wildlife Park offers the ultimate hands-on wildlife experience in an outdoor bush setting. Hand feed kangaroos and wallabies, enjoy a close encounter with koalas and one of Australia's largest private collections of native animals and birds. The park’s commitment to animal and environmental education is showcased through its Wildlife Education Program that includes the ‘Learning Burrow’, an open-air amphitheatre with seating for up to 80 students. New experiences include daily zookeeper walkabouts, private animal encounters, breakfast with the koalas and a nature-inspired walk through the Koala Sanctuary. www.featherdale.com.au

Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust Jenolan Caves is among the oldest cave systems in the world with 11 show caves, underground rivers and amazing rock formations. Guided tours of the caves are available to suit various fitness levels and a range of accommodation options are on-site. Visitor information is available in Chinese, Korean, Indonesian and Japanese. Three hours’ drive from Sydney Airport, the caves are located in the pristine Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Visitors can see kangaroos and other Australian native animals in the wild. Jenolan’s large, historic hotel features a cafe, bar, restaurant, gift shop, function rooms and free Wi-Fi. www.jenolancaves.org.au

Luna Park Sydney* This harbourside fun park has been a popular venue for both locals and visitors since it opened in 1935. The famous nine-metre-wide ‘face’ at the entrance is a Sydney icon and one of the city’s most photographed landmarks. Luna Park Sydney provides visitors with all the classic attractions, rides and entertainment as well as dining options on the shores of Sydney Harbour and amazing views from many of the rides. www.lunaparksydney.com

Opera Australia Opera Australia is Australia’s national opera company, presenting more than 700 performances a year. Opera Australia welcomed more than 54,000 international visitors to Sydney in 2016 from 125 countries. Performances this year include Carmen as part of the Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour series; Two Weddings, One Bride and a new production for New Year's Eve 2017 at the Sydney Opera House. www.opera.org.au

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Caving, Jenolan Caves Image courtesy of Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust

Ferris wheel Image courtesy of Luna Park Sydney

Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour Image courtesy of Opera Australia

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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Centennial Parklands The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney offers Aboriginal Heritage Tours led by Aboriginal guides. The tours offer insights into the rich and diverse history and culture of the Aboriginal people of the Sydney region. Additional Aboriginal cultural experiences include bush tucker cooking classes, didgeridoo lessons, Aboriginal art, Aboriginal dance and Aboriginal tools workshops. The Calyx is a new, world-class horticultural exhibition space, a fusion of art, theatre and flora. www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au Centennial Parklands encompasses Centennial Park, Moore Park (including the Entertainment Precinct) and Queens Park, in total around 360 hectares and is approximately 5 km south-east of Sydney’s city centre. In the park, visitors can enjoy bike riding, self-guided walks, horse riding, bird watching or dining at Centennial Homestead. A free app provides a self-guided walking tour of the nature and wildlife highlights, available for download on Apple and Android devices. www.centennialparklands.com.au

Royal Randwick* One of only two ‘royal’ racecourses worldwide, Royal Randwick is Sydney’s premier destination for thoroughbred racing, conferences, exhibitions and lifestyle events. Operated by the Australian Turf Club, Royal Randwick is close to the Sydney city centre, Sydney Airport and Coogee Beach. With three racing carnivals throughout the year, including the Chinese Festival of Racing (February), the Sydney Carnival (April) and the Sydney Spring Carnival (October), Royal Randwick offers a range of hospitality and tourism opportunities to suit all tastes and budgets. www.australianturfclub.com.au

Scenic World Blue Mountains Less than two hours’ drive from Sydney, Scenic World is renowned for providing the ultimate Blue Mountains adventure. Visitors can travel on the world’s steepest incline railway, glide between cliff tops on the glass-floored Scenic Skyway, descend into the Jamison Valley with the Scenic Cableway, and explore Jurassic rainforest along the Scenic Walkway. Scenic World is represented by Australian Attractions. www.scenicworld.com.au

Sydney Opera House Explore inside this World Heritage architectural jewel on a multimedia Sydney Opera House Tour or a Backstage Tour. Tours are now offered in a variety of languages - Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, French and German. A range of packages merge world-class performances with guided tours and dining options to create the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience for visitors. The Tour and Tasting package includes a tour and a delicious tasting plate at Opera Kitchen; the Red Carpet Package allows guests to indulge in fine dining options; the Starry Nights Package provides a casual dining option; the Showcase Package includes a tour and performance. The Opera Bar is perfect for a pre-show cocktail while Bennelong Restaurant is helmed by one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, Peter Gilmore. The restaurant is now included in the special Performance Package. www.sydneyoperahouse.com

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Royal Randwick Racecourse Image courtesy of Australian Turf Club

Scenic World Blue Mountains Image courtesy of Scenic World Blue Mountains

Opera House Tour Image courtesy of Sydney Opera House

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Taronga Zoo - Sydney and Dubbo Award-winning Taronga Zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals, including Australian animals as well as rare and endangered exotic animals. Overlooking Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo is just 12 minutes by ferry from the city and open 365 days a year. Admission includes daily keeper talks and shows and access to the Sky Safari, Sydney’s only cable car. Thrill-seekers can challenge themselves on the exciting treetop adventure course, Wild Ropes. New additions in 2017 include the Centenary Theatre with a cutting-edge, 270-degree curved screen, the Sumatran Tiger Adventure and a walk-through Squirrel Monkey experience.

Taronga Western Plains Zoo, located in Dubbo, is a short 50-minute flight from Sydney or a six hour drive. See Australian wildlife as well as African animals by foot, car, bike or buggy. Accommodation options include Zoofari Lodge, Billabong Camp or the self-contained Savannah Cabins. www.taronga.org.au

Business Events

Business Events Sydney Business Events Sydney (BESydney) promotes Sydney and New South Wales as premier business event destinations, identifies new event opportunities and competes to secure those events. BESydney is a full-service bureau that prides itself on being the single point of contact for government, industry and business engagement across Australia. Best of all, the service is free-of-charge. www.businesseventssydney.com.au

Cruise and water activities

Australian Cruise Group Sydney Showboats offer three-hour dinner cruises on Sydney Harbour, including live entertainment featuring Australian dancers, a magician and cabaret show. A three-course meal is served restaurant-style while the fully air-conditioned vessel offers large outer decks and wrap-around verandas for great harbour views.

Magistic Cruises offer a range of sightseeing, and buffet-style lunch and dinner cruises aboard a luxury catamaran with restaurant style indoor seating and three outdoor decks. It also offers special event cruises for Australia Day, Vivid Sydney and New Year’s Eve. Sydney Showboats and Magistic Cruises are members of the Australian Cruise Group. www.australiancruisegroup.com.au

Australian Surf Tours* For the past eight years, Australian Surf Tours (AST) has been specialising in learn-to-surf adventures that offer a unique Australian experience through close encounters with native wildlife, access to uncrowded beaches, amazing waves and personal attention. Based one hour’s drive south of Sydney on the NSW south coast, AST offers a range of experiences to suit every level of surfer. These include all-inclusive one-day surf trips, camping adventures, surf camps as well as surf development courses at the AST Beach Motel. www.australiansurftours.com.au

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Cape Byron Kayaks Join Cape Byron Kayaks for a fully-guided, three-hour aquatic adventure. Get up close to Bottlenose dolphins, paddle the magnificent protected bay and ride some of Australia’s most famous waves. No experience is necessary to enjoy the tours that depart twice daily. Equipment is provided as well as morning or afternoon tea, photos and wildlife sightings. If guests don’t see dolphins or whales (June-November), they can come again for free. With the opening of Elements Resort and the growing conference market, fully-customised tours are available for groups. www.capebyronkayaks.com

Discover Jervis Bay – Dolphin Watch Discover Jervis Bay is the destination-specialist for the Jervis Bay region. A large touring portfolio includes attractions, wineries, restaurants and accommodation; plus a range of day and overnight itineraries departing from Sydney. Jervis Bay is approximately three hours’ drive from Sydney and is famous for dolphin- and whale-watching cruises, wineries, some of the world’s whitest sand beaches and attractions such as Bigfoot, Australia's biggest and most exciting 4WD experience. www.discoverjervisbay.com.au

EcoTreasures* EcoTreasures offers visitors the chance to come face-to-face with Australia’s stunning marine life on its Manly Snorkelling Tour. Tours range from beginner to experienced and operate twice daily. Private tours are also available. EcoTreasures also operates a range of private day tours departing from Sydney to the Northern Beaches (from Sydney Harbour to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park) and to the Blue Mountains. www.ecotreasures.com.au

Fantasea Cruising Fantasea Cruising promises to deliver one of Sydney’s most personalised experiences on water. With the flexibility to cater from two to 1,200 guests, it offers charters in a range of vessel sizes from 16-seater water taxis to larger vessels, special-event cruises, whale-watching cruises and point-to-point services. The new Classic Aussie Cruise offers a real taste of Australia with departures four times daily; a delicious BBQ burger is cooked on board and a refreshing local beer included. www.fantasea.com.au

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Dolphin Watch – Discover Jervis Bay Image courtesy of Discover Jervis Bay

Manly Snorkelling Tour Image courtesy of EcoTreasures

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Lets Go Surfing Learn to ride the waves at Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach. Lets Go Surfing (LGS) offers surfing lessons and stand-up paddle-boarding for all ages and skill levels. The Best of Tour has been designed to provide a first-class experience with a quintessential Australian feel. This exclusive tour gives guests the opportunity to design their very own perfect beach day out. As this tour is bespoke there are numerous options for the inclusions; stand-up paddle boarding lesson or body boarding lesson or guided swim; cliff-top coastal walk (Bondi Beach) or Lighthouse walk (Byron Bay); touring one of Australia’s oldest lifesaving clubs (Bondi); viewing the lifeguard tower (as seen in Bondi Rescue); or a relaxing spa session or yoga lesson. Lets Go Surfing also offers a range of lessons in Byron Bay for small groups or private charter; from two-hours to a five-lesson course. www.letsgosurfing.com.au

Moonshadow - TQC Cruises Daily dolphin-spotting and seasonal whale-watching cruises depart Nelson Bay either on a scheduled or private-charter basis. On the new Port Stephens tour, Dolphins and Dunes, visitors enjoy a 1.5-hour dolphin-watch cruise aboard Moonshadow Cruises, followed by a one-hour sand boarding and quad bike tour with Sand Dune Adventures. Timings are flexible. www.moonshadow-tqc.com.au

Oz Jet Boating Oz Jet Boating operates a large fleet of its famous Red Shark jet boats on Sydney Harbour. Thrill Rides combine spins and speed, slides and stunts within view of the iconic sights of Sydney Harbour. With cool music and sublime digital cameras on board, the experience is designed for extreme fun on the harbour. Oz Jet Boating is expanding its group, incentive and private charter operations with new locations for transfers and rides. They include Sydney Olympic Park Wharf, Sydney Fish Markets, Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo, Manly, Watsons Bay and North Sydney. FIT trips depart from Circular Quay. www.ozjetboating.com

Sensational Sydney Cruises Sensational Sydney Cruises is the largest small-group cruise specialist on Sydney Harbour. It offers Tea at Sea morning cruises and Cruise Like a Local lunch cruises. The fleet consists of two well-appointed 52-foot motor cruisers with a maximum capacity of 40 passengers. The four-in-one cruise experience offers a cruise on Sydney Harbour, onboard commentary, three-course meals with drinks and water activities such as swimming, fishing and kayaking. www.sensationalsydneycruises.com.au

Bondi surf experience Image courtesy of Lets Go Surfing

Spirit of Port Stephens Splash and Slide Image courtesy of Moonshadow - TQC Cruises

Oz Jet Boating Image courtesy of Oz Jet Boating

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Sydney Princess Cruises / Oz Whale Watching Offering Sydney’s most comfortable whale-watching cruises as well as a variety of Sydney Harbour luncheon cruises, Sydney Princess Cruises caters for FITs, small groups and charters in both the leisure market and the luxury segment. Catering for up to 95 passengers, the flagship cruiser is used for whale-watching cruises in winter and harbour discovery cruises (including a Sydney Harbour island visit) in summer. MV Ocean Blue is a new, superior quality luxury cruiser, seating 16 passengers for whale watching, harbour sightseeing, deep-sea fishing and private charters. A new luxury cruise, the Sydney Harbour Long Lunch, offers a progressive dining experience at some of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside locations with transfers on the MV Ocean Blue. www.sydneyprincesscruises.com.au www.ozwhalewatching.com.au

Thunder Jet Boating Thunder Jet Boating provides a thrilling experience on Sydney Harbour. Visitors can choose either a 30- or 45-minute ride; the vessel is also available for private charter. Get the adrenalin pumping with amazing spins and wave-riding while enjoying all the sights of Sydney Harbour. Thunder Jet Boating departs from East Circular Quay daily. www.thunderjetboat.com.au

Tweed Endeavour Cruises Enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the Tweed River and Terranora Lakes on a relaxing cruise, passing sugar cane fields and lush farmland before meandering alongside wild rainforests abundant in bird life. Purpose-built cruise vessels ensure the smoothest of rides with large windows offering excellent views and spacious outdoor decks that provide protection from sun and rain. Join Tweed Endeavour Cruises’ professional crabber in his customised vessel as he searches for the region’s famed mud crabs. The Pot to Plate Adventure is a personalised 90-minute add-on which is included in the Crabs and Yabbies Tour. Guests haul in the crab pots, sample freshly-shucked oysters at an oyster farm, walk on a deserted island and capture wonderful photos. The guide and master crabber then prepares crab for the freshest lunch ever. www.goldcoastcruising.com

Destinations

Central Coast Tourism Fun starts on the NSW Central Coast, just one hour’s drive north of Sydney. This region offers experiences ranging from mild to wild. Visitors can enjoy seeing Australian animals, hiking, kayaking, surfing, scuba diving, horse riding, quad biking and zip lining. New attractions include The Factory to see how chocolates, nougat and marshmallow are made and the Gosford Classic Car Museum to explore the southern hemisphere’s largest car museum, boasting over 450 vehicles ranging from vintage to classics and moderns. Central Coast Tourism is represented by Australian Attractions. www.centralcoasttourism.org

Ocean view fly bridge Image courtesy of Sydney Princess Cruises

Thunder Jet Boating Image courtesy of Thunder Jet Boating

Pot to Plate Adventure Image courtesy of Tweed Endeavour Cruises

Gosford Classic Car Museum Image courtesy of Central Coast Tourism

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Destination Byron Byron Bay is known for its unspoilt hinterland, beautiful beaches and wildlife experiences to see turtles, dolphins and whales. Visitors can sample local, organic produce at farmers’ markets in Byron, Mullumbimby, New Brighton and Bangalow while shopping, food, wine and nightlife are eclectic and enjoyable. Byron Bay is also home to numerous festivals and events that attract visitors from around the world. www.destinationbyron.com.au

Destination Tweed Surrounded by the remnants of an ancient shield volcano, the Tweed region stretches from Byron Bay to Tweed Heads. The region is an adventure, leisure and food-lovers’ playground with 37km of pristine coastline, excellent surf breaks and beaches for swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddle boarding. Beyond the coast, the Tweed is home to five World Heritage-listed national parks and the largest volcanic erosion caldera in the southern hemisphere. Visitors can be active with a range of adventure sports, bushwalks and nature-based activities; taste the Tweed’s delicious fare at local farmers’ markets, on farm tours, at restaurants and food festivals; and enjoy some ‘me’ time exploring local boutiques and galleries, in a creative masterclass or at a relaxing day spa. www.destinationtweed.com.au

Newcastle - Port Stephens Discover stunning coastline and awe-inspiring natural wonders, a rich history and culture as well as fabulous food and wine experiences in these two North Coast destinations. Visitors can take in the spectacular Newcastle coastline and city views on the Memorial Walk, enjoy the cultural scene along Darby Street or enjoy a craft beer overlooking one of the world's busiest harbours at Honeysuckle. Newcastle is located two hours’ drive from Sydney or a 45-minute flight. The city offers quirky bars, cafes, galleries, theatres and unique artisan shops and is fast becoming known as a major event destination. In November 2017, Newcastle will host the Coates Hire Newcastle 500, which will transform the city centre into a Supercar Race track. Newcastle is represented by Australian Attractions. www.visitnewcastle.com.au Port Stephens is the perfect holiday destination, known for its crystal clear beaches and a hinterland brimming with spectacular views and unique wildlife, only 2.5 hours’ drive north of Sydney. Key experiences include dolphin-watch cruises and exploring the Worimi Sand Dunes on a quad-bike or 4WD tour. Visitors can also taste award-winning craft beer, fresh seafood and great wine. For the active visitor, there are a myriad of options including parasailing, surfing, sailing, bushwalking and golfing. www.portstephenstourism.com.au

Belongil Beach, Byron Bay

Fruit shop at Tweed Markets Image courtesy of Destination Tweed

Newcastle Aerial Image courtesy of Newcastle City Council

Tomaree Headland, Port Stephens Image courtesy of Destination Port Stephens

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Dining

Dockside Group Dockside Group has two harbourside restaurants in Sydney. They include Waterfront, specialising in fresh Australian seafood with views to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge and Wolfie’s Grill, serving prime grain-fed beef and local seafood in The Rocks. Function venues include the Italian Village with picture-postcard views of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour and in Darling Harbour, Dockside at Cockle Bay and L’Aqua on the roof-top of Cockle Bay Wharf. www.docksidegroup.com.au

Nick's Restaurant Group Nick’s Restaurant Group encompasses six stunning venues in the heart of Darling Harbour. Menus include seafood, steaks and ribs with international and local wines served with harbour views and live entertainment. The group’s restaurants include Nick’s Seafood Restaurant, Cyren Bar Grill Seafood, Adria Bar Restaurant, Nick’s Bar and Grill, I’m Angus Steakhouse and Stacks Taverna. www.nicks-seafood.com.au

Trippas White Group Trippas White Group is one of Sydney’s leading restaurant and catering companies, managing a diverse portfolio of iconic venues and providing catering services to a host of well-known and respected organisations. They include iconic restaurants located in Sydney Tower, the Opera House, the Royal Botanic Garden & Domain, Centennial Parklands, the northern beaches and the Blue Mountains. Creative menus offer a unique Australian style for any clientele; from a casual outdoor BBQ, a buffet or a formal gala dinner. www.trippaswhitegroup.com.au

Driving Routes

Grand Pacific Drive - Sydney to Wollongong and Beyond Starting in the Royal National Park, less than an hour’s drive south of Sydney, the Grand Pacific Drive is a 140km scenic coastal drive through rainforests, across the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge and via the coastal cities and townships of Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and the Shoalhaven. Visitors can choose to return to Sydney via the charming Southern Highlands or continue on to the Victorian border through the picturesque regions of Eurobodalla and the Sapphire Coast. There are endless experiences to be enjoyed along the Grand Pacific Drive from adrenaline-pumping adventure activities to delicious food and wine, family discoveries, natural wonders and a seemingly endless list of beaches to visit. www.grandpacificdrive.com.au

Waterfront Image courtesy of Dockside Group

Nick’s Seafood Image courtesy of Nick’s Restaurant Group

The Lookout Echo Point Image courtesy of Trippas White Group

Sea Cliff Bridge, Grand Pacific Drive Image courtesy of Destination Wollongong

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Opal Shopping

Altmann + Cherny, Opal Specialists Australian-owned family business, Altmann + Cherny has built an international reputation for excellence as opal experts. Established in 1948 by John Altmann, an opal cutter, and Rudi Cherny, a manufacturing jeweller, the Sydney business is now run by Fiona Altmann who continues her grandfather’s passion for creating stunning jewels with this amazing gemstone. An informative talk about opals, opal mining and valuation is included. www.altmanncherny.com.au

The National Opal Collection The National Opal Collection (NOC) in Sydney is involved in the mining of opals and manufacture of hand-crafted gold and silver jewellery. The showroom in Sydney is world-class with the finest collection of opalised dinosaur fossils ever seen on display. www.nationalopal.com

Tours

AEA Luxury Tours AEA Luxury Tours offers luxury, full-day charter tours of Sydney, the Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley. Designed and personalised for small groups, the flexible Diamond Series itineraries include breathtaking scenery combined with superb fine-dining. Overnight and longer charter tours of regional NSW are also available. Two new components are now available - breakfast with the koalas as an optional activity on any Blue Mountains Day Tour (offered by AEA Luxury Tours & Mount ‘N’Beach Safaris) and the inclusion of Leogate Estate for lunch, wine tasting and a winery tour on the Hunter Valley Wine Tour (offered by AEA Luxury Tours & Mount’N’Beach Safaris). www.aealuxury.com.au

Balloon Aloft Australia’s original hot-air balloon operator offers passengers award-winning service, comfort and a commitment to passenger enjoyment and safety. The Women's World Champion and Australian National Champion balloon pilots head up its team. Flights are available from the Hunter Valley and Camden Valley near Sydney. Daily sunrise balloon flights last approximately one hour and are followed by a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration. Balloon Aloft is launching a new 25-passenger balloon in 2017, the largest in Australia and also offering scheduled flights from Mudgee. www.balloonaloft.com

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Breakfast with the koalas Image courtesy of AEA Luxury Tours

Balloons over Hunter Valley Vineyards Image courtesy of Balloon Aloft

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Beautiful Tours Australia Beautiful Tours Australia specialise in private tours and small charter groups, and offer services for visitors with disabilities and their escorts. Cruise ship visitors are also catered for. The Nature Experience Tour has three options - Hunter Valley wine tasting, Port Stephens dolphin cruise and Jervis Bay dolphin cruise. Sydney tours include a Highlights Tour and various Sydney Walks. Overland tours from Sydney are also available. www.beautifultoursaustralia.com

Blue Mountains Explorer Bus* This double-decker bus service visits the Blue Mountains main attractions in Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls allowing visitors to hop on and off at 29 stops every day of the year. From Sydney’s Central railway station, visitors can travel to the Blue Mountains and join the Explorer Bus at Katoomba station. Day passes are available as well as passes for longer stays. The Explorer Bus is available for private tours and transfers from Sydney. www.explorerbus.com.au

Boutique Tours Australia & Activity Tours Australia Boutique Tours Australia is a small, family owned tour company based in Sydney. Their experienced and expert guides help visitors uncover regional NSW from a local's perspective whether it is food and wine, spectacular nature, the iconic wildlife, or history and culture. Luxury vehicles and small groups (max. 14) makes the touring experience personalised and memorable. www.boutiquetoursaustralia.com.au Activity Tours Australia is a family-owned business offering flexible, great-value, small group tours (max. 20). Discover the beauty of the Blue Mountains with guided bushwalks and visits to the Three Sisters and Scenic World. Get up close with Australian native animals and relax at the end of the day with a river cruise under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Savour the wines and produce of the picturesque Hunter Valley with a focus on the boutique cellar doors and cheese tasting. www.activitytours.com.au Byron Bay Adventure Tours Byron Bay Adventure Tours offer a range of scenic walks and activity touring in the Byron region. Choose from a Mount Warning sunrise walk to see the first rays of sunlight warming the Australian mainland; a guided walk to the Byron Bay lighthouse; or hike the rainforest to swim in the freshwater rock pools beneath Minyon Falls. There are a number of coastal and hinterland half-day, full-day and overnight itineraries to showcase the best of the region. www.byronbayadventuretours.com.au

Colourful Trips Colourful Trips is a Sydney-based tour operator offering scheduled day trips and charters from Sydney. The small-group, active itineraries are designed and priced to appeal to inbound experience-seekers, including young professionals, international students and working holiday-makers on a low- to mid-range budget. www.colourfultrips.com

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Culture Scouts* Culture Scouts Walking Tours offer a curated, local view of Sydney’s inner city and cultural hubs in an experience blending art, food and fascinating local history. The tours are designed for local wayfarers and international visitors who are keen to learn and engage with Sydney’s diverse and vibrant art and culinary scene. Itineraries traverse routes of galleries, cafes, shops and bars in inner Sydney, led by guides who share their diverse knowledge in a sociable and thought-provoking manner. www.culturescouts.com.au

Diamond Tours Diamond Tours offers small-group luxury tours from Sydney to the Blue Mountains in a luxury Mercedes–Benz van. Experience the raw magic of the Blue Mountains, with sheer rock faces and eucalypt-filled valleys, native flora and fauna. Enjoy peaceful walking trails that wind through pristine rainforest. www.diamondtours.com.au

Dreamtime Southern X Be touched by the most ancient human culture on earth in a 90-minute walkabout with an Aboriginal guide in The Rocks, and journey into the Dreamtime, the culture of Aboriginal people. The Rocks Dreaming Aboriginal Heritage Tours are led by Aboriginal guides and give visitors the opportunity to discover how the ancient Aboriginal Dreamtime is still alive within the modern Sydney landscape. It also explains how the ancient harbour, its flora and fauna continue to influence how Aboriginal people live. Dreamtime Southern X is Sydney's leading Aboriginal tourism operator, founded and run by highly respected Aboriginal Elder, Margret Campbell. A Dunghutti -Jerrinjah woman, Margret has 25 years’ experience in the tourism industry sharing her cultural knowledge with visitors to Sydney. www.dreamtimesouthernx.com.au

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures With more than 200 horses and 1,000 hectares of river and bushland, Glenworth Valley on the Central Coast offers a range of horse-riding, kayaking, abseiling and quad-biking tours. The Valley Event Centre is the region’s newest event space, comprising two levels overlooking the lush bushland of Glenworth Valley. Glenworth Valley is represented by Australian Attractions. www.glenworth.com.au

Green Cauldron Tours* Green Cauldron Tours offers small-group private tours of the magnificent Wollumbin-Mount Warning and surrounds, also known as Australia’s Green Cauldron. Tours depart from Byron Bay, Tweed Heads and the Gold Coast. Australia’s Green Cauldron is one of Tourism Australia’s original National Landscapes and stretches from the Gold Coast hinterland into northern NSW and beyond to Byron Bay. This spectacular landscape includes World Heritage-listed national parks, idyllic seaside villages, ancient rainforest and lush hinterland. www.greencauldrontours.com

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Rocks Dreaming Aboriginal Heritage Tour Image courtesy of Dreamtime Southern X

Horse-riding Image courtesy of Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures

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Heli Experiences Heli Experiences is Sydney's largest, scenic-flight helicopter service operating from Sydney Airport. The team welcomes international guests with an emphasis on safety, hospitality, informative scenic flight commentary and friendly service. Pre-flight safety briefings are provided in English and Mandarin. Rates for custom charter are available for groups to all destinations and for luxury aircraft. Free bus parking is available in front of the Sydney hangar facilities. Private, air-conditioned lounge facilities are also provided. www.heliexperiences.com.au

NCT Tours & Travel / Premier Transport Group NCT Tours and Travel is one of Australia’s key tour operators specialising in Chinese-speaking Sydney day tours as well as charter-coach services for inbound travel. www.ncttours.com.au www.premierms.com.au

Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness (NNCA)* Established in 2011, NNCA is an Aboriginal-owned and -operated tour operator based in Narooma on the NSW south coast on Yuin country. The Gulaga Creation Tour is a 40-hour experience, led by head guide Dwayne ‘Naja’ Bannon-Harrison and his family who welcome guests to Yuin country to immerse themselves in the world’s oldest living culture. The tour includes a sacred journey on Gulaga Mountain, participation in traditional ceremonies and teachings of the local dreaming stories. www.ngaranaboriginalculture.com

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service* NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) provide Australia’s largest range of nature-based experiences. With stunning World Heritage-listed rainforests, sandy beaches and rugged outback expanses the NSW national parks offer boundless activities to explore. Two new exclusive visitor experiences are based in Sydney and Byron Bay. In Sydney, visitors board a vintage ferry for the Ultimate Sydney Harbour Nature Tour visiting Clark Island with a private NPWS guide. In Byron Bay, the Cape Byron Lighthouse Experience includes a three night stay at Cape Byron Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottages and a guided, private tour of the lighthouse and Cape Byron headland. www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Nurtured Tours* Based in Sydney, these unique tours focus on health, wellbeing and beauty in nature. A range of options include Shopping Tour Experience, Experience Nature / Eco Tours, Food and Wine Tour Experience, Spa and Wellness Retreats, and technical visits to educational institutions, associations, companies and government. www.nurturedtours.com.au

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Cape Byron Lighthouse Image courtesy of NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

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Oz Trails* Oz Trails specialises in personalised day tours in and around Sydney for FIT travellers. Tours are also available at charter rates for groups. Key features of the tours include small groups (max. 24), new, air-conditioned buses and complimentary hotel pick-up from most accommodation locations in the city centre. Pick-ups are also available from central points in Kings Cross, Coogee, Bondi, and Manly. Passionate, friendly and qualified guides with local knowledge provide extensive commentary and personalised service. www.oztrails.com.au

Port Stephens 4WD Tours* Operating for 20 years, Port Stephens 4WD Tours is the premium 4WD operator for sandboarding and 4WD tours in Port Stephens. It operates a daily Sandboarding Adventure rotating on a continuous shuttle service as well as multiple tour departures daily. The company has the newest and largest 4WD air-conditioned vehicle fleet as well as local tour guides who pride themselves on offering a stand-out experience. www.portstephens4wd.com.au

Sand Dune Adventures Sand Dune Adventures (SDA) offers an exclusive Cultural Quad Bike Riding experience on the largest coastal sand dunes in the southern hemisphere, just a short drive from Sydney in Port Stephens. Customers ride safely from bush to beach on a 400cc quad bike, offering views of the sweeping coastline. Experienced guides provide driver training, controlling tours from the front and the rear at all times; no experience is necessary. SDA offers a great adventure on one of Australia's greatest natural secrets, the Worimi Sand Dunes. www.sandduneadventures.com.au

Sydney Bespoke Tours Sydney Bespoke Tours delivers private, tailor-made touring in and around Sydney. High-end, custom-designed tours reflect the interests and needs of clients. Whether it is cruising on the harbour, learning to surf at Bondi, sipping the latest Hunter Valley vintage with a winemaker, or koala-spotting, Sydney Bespoke Tours understands that everyone's 'perfect tour' is different. New products include itineraries to Canberra and new Sydney experiences. www.sydneybespoketours.com.au

Sydney OutBack Sydney OutBack offers immersive, nature-based tours to Sydney’s Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Northern Beaches, just 45 minutes’ drive from the centre of Sydney. The Wilderness Explorer is a full-day guided tour by bus, boat and foot through Australia’s second oldest national park wilderness, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The tour includes a visit to West Head Lookout, a scenic discovery cruise and a gourmet bush tucker lunch. www.sydneyoutback.com.au

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Cultural Quad Bike Tour Image courtesy of Sand Dune Adventures

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Sydney Seaplanes Sydney Seaplanes is the largest seaplane operator in Australia with a fleet of beautifully refurbished Beavers and Cessna Caravans. They offer a range of spectacular scenic flights over Sydney; a collection of Fly & Dine packages combining scenic flights with lunch at several of Sydney’s waterside restaurants or a secluded beach picnic; Fly & Stay packages to a range of boutique accommodation in Sydney and surrounds; and Fly & Tour packages which can incorporate golf in the Hunter Valley or backstage access to the Sydney Opera House. In 2016, Sydney Seaplanes opened a new terminal, the Empire Lounge, Australia’s first purpose-built seaplane terminal that is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With full waterfront views, free Wi-Fi, an extensive wine selection and fresh Australian seafood, the Empire Lounge is perfect for a pre-flight drink, long lunch or function. www.seaplanes.com.au

Tri State Safaris* The Out of the Ordinary Outback group is an integrated accommodation and tour provider based in Broken Hill in Outback NSW. With its award-winning tour company Tri State Safaris, Out of the Ordinary Outback provide boutique tours ranging from one to 15 days incorporating Silverton, Mutawintji National Park, Menindee Lakes, Kinchega National Park, White Cliffs, Corner Country and Mungo National Park. The group’s accommodation properties include the iconic White Cliffs Underground Motel, Warrawong on the Darling, Copper City Motel, Ivanhoe Hotel, The Argent Motel and Mt Gipps Resort (opening 2017). www.tristate.com.au www.outoftheordinaryoutback.com.au

Two Feet & a Heartbeat Two Feet & a Heartbeat deliver walking tours in Sydney, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst and Oxford Street. Passionate guides introduce visitors to Sydney's culture, history, art, food and beverage scene in a fun, relaxed and conversational manner. Tours include: Sydney With Conviction (discover the backstories and histories of the city); When Rum Ran The Rocks (step back to a time when rum was a currency on this tour that visits pubs, but is not a pub tour); Eat Drink Walk (explore the small bar scene); Kings Cross (learn about notorious figures); and LGBT Sydney (gain insights into one of the world's great gay and lesbian cities). Two Feet & a Heartbeat represent Intrepid Urban Adventures locally. All tours are branded as Sydney Urban Adventures. www.twofeet.com.au

Ultimately Sydney Ultimately Sydney provides professional tour guides and travel in luxury Mercedes-Benz vans and sedans. Custom-made, half- and full-day itineraries are organised around the city as well as full-day trips to the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, South Coast and Southern Highlands. New products include gourmet and lifestyle itineraries of inner-city precincts which also include a heritage element. The Story of Sydney tour is a four-hour, small-group itinerary (max.14) that is offered daily in the morning and afternoon and forms the basis of all Sydney itineraries. www.ultimatelysydney.com.au

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Broken Hill Sculpture Symposium Image courtesy of Tri State Safaris

Small group walking tour in The Rocks Image courtesy of Two Feet & a Heartbeat

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Via Travel* Via Travel specialise in small group tours, offering authentic, immersive experiences to international travellers visiting Australia’s East Coast. Including must-sees like Sydney and Byron Bay, guests can enjoy family-run hospitality, locally-produced food and wine, and a variety of down-to- earth experiences. Via Travel uses a mix of four star and boutique accommodation and taps into the major global tourism trends of authenticity and sustainability, emphasising the importance of utilising local community and businesses to create sustainable and long lasting relationships. www.viatravel.com.au

Waratah Adventure Tours Founded in 1986, Waratah Adventure Tours is based in Sydney and has been organising small-group tour modules from Sydney for over 30 years. A modern fleet of mini-coaches and 4WD vehicles are operated by German- and English-speaking driver/guides. The powered catamaran, Enigma X, offers bi-lingual, four-hour Sydney Harbour cruises, including lunch and drinks. This tour can be combined with the Sydneysider half-day tour. Private tours and charter cruises are also available. www.waratahadventures.com.au

Dorrigo National Park Image courtesy of Via Travel Australia

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Transport

Redy2Go Redy2Go is an innovative airport shuttle transfer service with free Wi-Fi, smartly-dressed drivers, 12-seater vehicles and quick journey times. Redy2Go services Sydney’s domestic and international airport, hotels, cruise terminals, Sydney city centre, Kings Cross, Camperdown and Sydney Airport hotels. Redy2Go is the only licensed seller inside Sydney Airport with ranks at both domestic and international terminals providing undercover shelter and seating. Private car and limousine transfers can also be arranged through Redy2Go in Sydney. www.redy2go.com.au

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