About this tour
A nine-hour private tour that sweeps across Sydney's northern beaches and coastal parks. You'll start with harbour views at Georges Heights, then move through Manly and Shelley Beach before climbing to North Head's expansive lookout. After a guide-prepared lunch at a scenic spot, walk out to Barrenjoey Lighthouse at Palm Beach, drive the dramatic coastline to Avalon, and finish at Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park exploring Aboriginal rock art and West Head's vistas. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Highlights
- Georges Heights and Port Jackson panoramas from the Bridge
- Shelley Beach coastal stroll from Manly
- North Head lookout overlooking harbour entrance
- 40-minute return walk to Barrenjoey Lighthouse
- Scenic coastal drive Palm Beach to Avalon
- Aboriginal engravings at Ku-Ring-Gai Chase
- West Head lookout and national park walks
What to expect
Your guide collects you from your accommodation early and drives north across the Harbour Bridge, pausing at Georges Heights for sweeping views across Port Jackson. You'll walk Shelley Beach's foreshore near Manly, then spend time at North Head taking in the harbour mouth and city skyline. Mid-tour, your guide serves freshly made sandwiches (chicken, salmon or vegetarian on sourdough) and salad at a scenic vantage point. The afternoon includes a return walk to Barrenjoey Lighthouse through Palm Beach headland, followed by a winding coastal drive to Avalon. The final leg explores Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park's Aboriginal rock engravings and West Head lookout before returning to your hotel.
Good to know
Bottled water provided throughout. Prams and stroller-suitable paths available for young children. Service animals welcome. Specialised infant seats in vehicle if needed. No ferry tickets included. Optional add-ons: Taronga Zoo or local microbrewery visits. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Frequently asked
- How long does Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai take?
- Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai runs for approximately 9 hours.
- How much does Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai cost?
- Prices start from AUD $530 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.