Best New South Wales Tours & Day Trips
New South Wales has Sydney as its touring hub, and from there the day trip options are excellent: Blue Mountains (1.5 hours west), Hunter Valley wine country (2 hours north), and Port Stephens dolphins (2.5 hours north). For those going further, Byron Bay and Canberra are also reachable as long day trips. NSW tours start from $85.
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Day Tours from Sydney
Blue Mountains day tours: Three Sisters, Scenic World, Katoomba. Most popular Sydney day trip.
Hunter Valley wine tours: cellar doors, cheese, and a guide who drives so you can drink.
Port Stephens dolphin tours: dolphin watching, sand dunes, 4WD on the sand. 2.5 hours north of Sydney.
Canberra day tours from Sydney: Parliament House, Australian War Memorial. 3 hours south.
NSW Beyond Sydney
Regional NSW has its own touring circuit: Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers, the Snowy Mountains (ski season June to September), the South Coast, and the outback via Broken Hill and Lightning Ridge.
Byron Bay is 10 hours from Sydney by road. Most visitors fly to Ballina or Gold Coast and tour from there. Not a practical Sydney day trip, but a destination in its own right.
Popular NSW Tour Destinations
- Blue Mountains: Leura, Katoomba, Scenic World, Three Sisters lookout
- Hunter Valley: wine and cheese tours from Sydney or Newcastle
- Port Stephens: dolphin watching cruises, Stockton Bight sand dunes, surfing
- Canberra: national capital attractions, Parliament, War Memorial
- Jenolan Caves: cave tours in the Blue Mountains (often combined with Blue Mountains day trip)
- Jervis Bay: white sand beaches, dolphins, whale watching (June to November)
- Snowy Mountains: skiing in winter, hiking in summer (June to October for snow)
Best Time to Visit NSW
Autumn (March to May): mild weather across most of the state. Best for Hunter Valley wine touring (harvest season). Great for the Blue Mountains.
Spring (September to November): Blue Mountains wildflowers, warm days, off-peak crowds. Good all-round travel season.
Winter (June to August): snow season in the Snowy Mountains. Whale watching on the south coast and Sydney Harbour.
Summer (December to February): school holiday period. Book popular tours and accommodation ahead.
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Tours in New South Wales
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Essential Sydney Tour Package
See the best of Sydney with Blue Mountains Tour, Sydney Harbour Cruise & Sydney Opera House Tour.
Best Seller City History and Culture SightseeingDuration 2 Days
Tour type Attraction, Boat/Cruise, Large Coach
Available Now
From$250
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Sydney Highlights Budget Package
Sydney highlights with a Blue Mountains Tour, Sydney Harbour Cruise & Sydney Opera House Tour.
Budget City Hiking/Bush Walk History and Culture SightseeingDuration 2 Days
Tour type Attraction, Boat/Cruise, Large Coach
Available Now
From$195
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Blue Mountains Deluxe Tour from Sydney
Meet Australia’s cutest critters and admire the stunning Blue Mountains with Scenic World tickets!
Adventure Best Seller Sightseeing WildlifeDuration 1 Days
Tour type Attraction, Group Tour
Seasonal Special
From$165
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Hunter Valley Wine Tour From Sydney
Taste your way through Australia’s oldest wine-making region, including a delicious lunch & behind-the-scenes wine experience.
Best Seller Food and WineDuration 1 Days
Tour type Bus Tour
Available November
From$185
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Blue Mountains Day Tour from Sydney
Spend the day exploring the Blue Mountains and meet Australia’s cutest wildlife with a local guide.
Adventure Best Seller Sightseeing WildlifeDuration 1 Days
Tour type Bus Tour, Group Tour
Available Now
From$89
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Hunter Valley Wine and Foodie Experience
Duck into cellar doors, try local cuisine and learn about the wines of this iconic region.
Best Seller Food and Wine Premium SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Bus Tour
Available Now
From$209
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Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour
Explore the Hunter Valley your way with a custom itinerary on our private tours.
Food and Wine History and Culture SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Private Tour
Available Now
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Blue Mountains Private Tour
Premium SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Bus Tour, Private Tour, Sightseeing
Available Now
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Half Day Sydney City Bus Tour
Discover the best of Sydney on our 3.5 hour bus tour.
City SightseeingDuration 4 Hours
Tour type Large Coach
Available Now
From$49
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Blue Mountains Walking Tour
Visit the most beautiful natural wonders of the Blue Mountains on this local, fun small group day trip with fellow…
Adventure Hiking/Bush WalkDuration 1 Days
Tour type Walking
Available Now
From$115
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Sydney to Canberra Day Tour
Spend the day experiencing the highlights of Canberra as you explore the nation’s capital city.
Art and Museum History and Culture SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Small Group
Available Now
From$225
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Sunset Blue Mountains Tour
Watch the sun dip behind the horizon, bathing the Blue Mountains in a beautiful glow.
Best Seller Hiking/Bush Walk Sightseeing WildlifeDuration 1 Days
Tour type Small Group
Available Now
From$175
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Hunter Valley Winery Tour from Hunter Valley
Sample some of Australia’s finest wines on this day tour with pick-up direct from the Hunter Valley!
Best Seller Budget Food and Wine SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Small Group
Available Now
From$140
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Sydney City Bike Tour
Explore Syndey’s parks, harbours, and iconic sites while cycling around the city.
City Kid Friendly SightseeingDuration 4 Hours
Tour type Cycling
Available Now
From$145
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Sydney City Walking Tour
Learn about Sydney’s history on a guided tour through the historic Rocks district.
City History and Culture Kid Friendly SightseeingDuration 2 Hours
Tour type Small Group, Walking
Available Now
From$40
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Half Day Sydney Brewery Tasting Tour
Join us for a fun afternoon of tastings as we visit and tour 3 local breweries in Sydney.
City Food and WineDuration 3 Hours
Tour type Small Group, Walking
Available Now
From$115
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Thredbo Snow Tour from Sydney
Take to the slopes and explore the ski town at one of Australia’s favourite Alpine villages.
Adventure Best Seller SightseeingDuration 1 Days
Tour type Large Coach
Available Winter 2025
From$175
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New South Wales Tour Inclusions
How far is the Blue Mountains from Sydney?
About 90 minutes west of Sydney by road. Katoomba is the main visitor hub.
Are there wine tours in NSW?
Yes. The Hunter Valley is the most popular wine day trip from Sydney, about 2 hours north.
Can I see dolphins in Port Stephens?
Yes. Port Stephens has a resident pod of 150-plus bottlenose dolphins. Dolphin watching cruises run daily and have a high sighting success rate.
Is it worth doing the Blue Mountains as a day trip?
Yes. The Three Sisters, Scenic World, and Katoomba are all accessible in a day from Sydney. For hiking the Grand Canyon walk or staying in Leura, a night trip gives more time.
What is the Hunter Valley known for?
Hunter Valley is one of the oldest wine regions in Australia, known for Semillon, Shiraz, and Chardonnay. The region is also popular for food, spas, and ballooning.
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