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Private tours of Sydney
We have a growing portfolio of exciting and informative private and small‑group Sydney tours and experiences, designed to satisfy the curiosity of most visitors to this great city. Our Sydney‑focused experiences include a wide range of Sydney tours lasting between 2 and 6 hours, from budget‑friendly options to all‑inclusive premium adventures. Whether you prefer daytime exploration or after‑dark discovery, you’ll find tours of Sydney that match your interests, including several unique night‑time activities that showcase the city in a completely different light.
Since our Sydney tours and experiences are private and because we believe that “U are the centre of the toUrs” we don’t list fixed departure times in our menu of Sydney tours found on this page. Instead, we begin every experience when it suits YOU. This flexibility is one of the reasons our tours of Sydney stand out from the rest.
We do, however, provide “default” starting times for many of our Sydney tours, based on experience and insight into when conditions are ideal for optimal guest enjoyment. If a default time doesn’t suit your plans, you’re always welcome to request a change. After all, our tours of Sydney are designed around you—your schedule, your pace, and your perfect day in this remarkable city.
Don’t be discouraged by a rainy day forecast. We have a number of tours which have been specifically designed not to be significantly affected by rain or bad weather.
To identify the right tour or activity for you, use the symbols as a guide.
- Duration of 2 - 4 hours;
- Budget priced, short tour;
- Low frills private tour;
- All-inclusive tour;
- Day activity;
- Night activity;
- Tours for a rainy day/night;
- Some age restrictions apply;
- Physically demanding activity.
Choose Your Own Sydney Adventure
With 69 Tours U are the centre of the toUrs, so come along, and choose your own Sydney adventure.
Sydney is an exciting and vibrant city with lots to see and do. With 69 Tours you can experience Sydney in a number of different ways. Our tours of Sydney fall under three broad categories, and these are based on the characteristic and highlights of the tour. By choosing 69 Tours as your private tour partner, not only can you get to experience the beauty and unique character of Sydney in a private tour, but you also get to choose your own Sydney adventure in the process.
To help you choose your own Sydney adventure, we have colour coded our Sydney tours to reflect their character. White is for special interest, green is for nature and blue is for sightseeing.
At 69 Tours we audit and evaluate our Sydney offerings annually to ensure they are fresh, interesting and unique. For this year, our menu of Sydney tours, activities and experiences is listed in this section. However, if you have a better idea about how you want to spend your time in Sydney and would like us to be your travel partners, we can help. We can work with you to create a custom tour of Sydney that best matches your travel needs.
Special Interest Tours
Interactive tours where guests become part of the experience. Tours that are fun, unusual and sometimes a little daring. They are best suited for guests who seek something a little different from a tour.
Nature Tours
Our nature tours are built around a nature theme, allowing guests to interact with Australian wildlife as well as experience forests, bush and other Australian natural wonders.
Sightseeing Tours
The traditional “tourist” tours which are more passive in nature. These tours are best suited for the conservative guest who wants to check out some great sights, take lots of photos, but do so in a private setting.
Sydney Treasure Hunt 101
Find hidden treasures while exploring an iconic Sydney beach. A truly unique way to appreciate the beauty of Sydney’s beaches and ocean views.
Fun, adventure, excitement and learning is what this activity is all about. An adventure experience with a sightseeing flavour that introduces you to the hobby of metal detecting and treasure hunting.
Learn the art of treasure hunting by an experienced treasure hunter. Learn how to use metal detecting equipment and find buried treasure. Almost two hours of fun searching an iconic Sydney beach for buried treasure.
Keep your finds!
Summary
- Duration of about 3 hours.
- Fully flexible start time.
- Budget priced, short activity.
- One locations to plunder.
- For ages 6 and over.
- Only tour of this kind in Sydney!
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Personal coach;
- Non-alcoholic drinks;
- Equipment hire;
- Equipment use workshop;
- Lucky charm coin.
* Within 3km radius of Sydney CBD.
Pricing
Child (6 - 17)
$100Adult
$150Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$400Group (4 adults)
$550Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteMinimum booking: 2 adults
Itinerary
Pick-up
Travel
Workshop
Treasure Hunt
Round Up
Travel
Drop-off
You will learn how to use modern and effective equipment that has been manufactured by leading firms in their field. Our detectors are capable, yet simple and lightweight, making them great for very young users.
You may be a novice treasure hunter or are considering to become more involved in the hobby. Your experienced guide and leader will outline the pros and cons of the various tools available on the market and give you recommendations of what to buy, where to buy and how much to spend on a setup that is most effective for you and your treasure hunting needs. We use equipment from various manufacturers and are not affiliated with any in particular. You can be confident that the advice will be honest and sincere.
Sydney Treasure Hunt
Even more fun, adventure, excitement and learning is what the Melbourne Treasure Hunt is all about. A longer and more comprehensive experience than the Melbourne Treasure Hunt 101, this activity includes workshops on equipment use and silver coin cleaning, as well as an additional location to explore.
You will be introduced to the history of Australian coins, as well as be taught how to clean a silver coin. This is in preparation for the final, more challenging, location where you may extract an old Australian coin or two. Have fun for longer, searching more locations for buried treasure.
Keep your finds!
Summary
- Duration of up to 4 hours.
- Fully flexible start time.
- Standard priced activity.
- Two locations to plunder.
- For ages 13 and over.
- Physically demanding activity.
- Unique Melbourne activity!
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Personal coach;
- Non-alcoholic drinks;
- Equipment hire;
- Equipment use workshop;
- Silver coin cleaning tutorial;
- Lucky charm coin.
* Within 3km radius of Melbourne CBD. Includes Station Pier in Port Melbourne.
Pricing
Child (13 - 17)
$100Adult
$200Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$500Group (4 adults)
$700Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteItinerary
Pick-up
Travel
Workshop
Treasure Hunt
Travel
Workshop
Treasure Hunt
Travel*
Treasure Hunt
Travel
Drop-off
* This tour is flexible in terms of how many locations are to be explored. If one of the first two locations proves to be lucrative and participants are happy to continue hunting there for a longer period, then it’s possible to limit the hunt to only two locations and explore each of these more thoroughly.
Sydney Secrets Nature Tour
Discover Sydney’s Hidden Wild Side on a Private 5‑Hour Nature Escape
Step beyond the city’s famous icons and slip into the quiet, untouched corners of Sydney that only locals know. The Sydney Secret Nature Tour is a private, five‑hour immersion into the city’s most beautiful and little‑known natural sanctuaries—places where wildlife thrives, harbour views unfold in silence, and ancient landscapes tell stories older than the city itself.
Wander through the rugged headlands of Middle Head, where panoramic harbour vistas meet historic military sites reclaimed by nature. Drift into the enchanting Secret Garden, a tucked‑away oasis bursting with colour, tranquillity and hidden pathways. Follow the shoreline trails of Glades Bay Park, where mangroves, birdlife and calm waters create a serene escape from the urban rush. Then step into the atmospheric Boronia Park Mangroves, a thriving ecosystem alive with the sounds of native birds and the scent of salt and earth.
Throughout the journey, your private guide reveals the stories, species and secrets that make each location special. With no crowds, no rush, and no well‑trodden tourist paths, this tour offers a rare chance to experience Sydney as a living, breathing natural wonder.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, families, and anyone seeking a deeper, more intimate connection with Sydney’s wild beauty.
Summary
- Duration of 5 hours.
- Default start time: 4pm.
- Low frills private tour.
- Five locations to explore.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Parking fees and tolls;
- Personal tour guide;
- Non-alcoholic drinks.
* Within 3km radius of Sydney CBD.
Pricing
Child (under 4)
FREEChild (4 - 17)
$150Adult
$300Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$750Group (4 adults)
$1000Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteMinimum booking: 2 adults
Itinerary
Pick-up
Travel
Belgrave
Travel
Picnic
Bushwalk
Travel
Secret Garden
Travel
Secret Location
Travel
Lookout
Travel
Drop-off
IMPORTANT
Sydney Drive by Day Tour
A low cost, great introduction to Melbourne. Sit back, relax and enjoy Melbourne in a private tour, as we cruise around for 2½ hours during the day with stops for photos and exploring.
The Melbourne Drive by Day Tour has been designed to enable you to experience the beauty of Melbourne in a very efficient way. Not only will you visit a number of Melbourne’s most iconic and photographed locations, but the drive itself takes a course that runs through beautiful and scenic suburbs.
There will be multiple stops and breaks to provide plenty of opportunity to walk around and take photos.
Summary
- NEW tour in 2023.
- Duration of 2½ hours.
- Start between 10am & 4pm.
- Budget priced, short tour.
- 5 locations to visit.
- Day activity.
- Tour for a rainy day.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Personal tour guide;
- Non-alcoholic drinks.
* Within 3km radius of Melbourne CBD. Includes Station Pier in Port Melbourne.
Pricing
Child (under 4)
FREEChild (4 - 17)
$50Adult
$110Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$300Group (4 adults)
$400Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteMinimum booking: 2 adults
Itinerary
Pick-up
City drive
Shrine of Remembrance
Travel
Formula 1 track
Travel
St Kilda
Travel
Brighton Beach
Travel
Bay Trail
Travel
Drop-off
IMPORTANT
Driving along the Melbourne Formula 1 track can only occur during periods when the track is accessible to the public. This will be on days other than those when the track is used to host the Australian Grand Prix – a few days in March/April each year.
Sydney Drive by Night Tour
A low cost, great introduction to Melbourne. Sit back, relax and enjoy Melbourne in a private tour, as we cruise around for 2 hours at night with stops for photos and exploring. Your guide will provide plenty of commentary and information about each and every part of Melbourne you visit.
This drive-by tour will take you to key locations surrounding Melbourne. The tour is not simply about seeing great views and lit up skylines, but also to visit the parts of Melbourne which offer the best experience at night.
There will be multiple stops and breaks to provide plenty of opportunity to walk around and take photos.
Summary
- Duration of 2 hours.
- Default start time: 9pm.
- Budget priced, short tour.
- 5 locations to visit.
- Night activity.
- Tour for a rainy night.
- Most popular tour in 2022.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Personal tour guide;
- Non-alcoholic drinks.
* Within 3km radius of Melbourne CBD. Includes Station Pier in Port Melbourne.
Pricing
Child (under 4)
FREEChild (4 - 17)
$50Adult
$85Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$225Group (4 adults)
$300Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteMinimum booking: 2 adults
Itinerary
Pick-up
City drive
Travel
Docklands
Travel
Melbourne Ports
Travel
Secret Lookout
Travel
Parks Precinct
Bridge over Yarra
Return
Drop-off
St Kilda Super Tour
This tour is focussed on the famous suburb of St Kilda where the objective is for you to learn and build an appreciation of this iconic Melbourne suburb.
St Kilda has character, which includes interesting flora and fauna, a diverse selection of eateries, a European style shopping precinct, the famous beach as well as unique architecture which is a reflection of the suburb’s history. As the tour progresses you will learn, through experience, about each of these specific features of St Kilda.
This is the most comprehensive tour of St Kilda in Melbourne. Most tourists have heard about St Kilda, but very few have truly experienced it.
Summary
- Duration of 3 hours.
- Start between 3pm & 7pm.
- Standard priced, quality tour.
- 5 locations to visit.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off*;
- Private transportation;
- Personal tour guide;
- Non-alcoholic drinks.
* Within 3km radius of Melbourne CBD. Includes Station Pier in Port Melbourne.
Pricing
Child (under 4)
FREEChild (4 - 17)
$50Adult
$125Family (2 children + 2 adults)
$300Group (4 adults)
$400Larger Group (5 or more)
QuoteMinimum booking: 2 adults
Itinerary
Pick-up
Travel
Formula 1 track
Travel
Botanic Gardens
Walk
Acland Street
Walk
St Kilda Pier
St Kilda back streets
Travel
Drop-off
IMPORTANT
Driving along the Melbourne Formula 1 track can only occur during periods when the track is accessible to the public. This will be on days other than those when the track is used to host the Australian Grand Prix – a few days in March/April each year.
IMPORTANT
In the past viewing the penguins at the penguin sanctuary was a key feature of this tour, and something that provided a memorable experience for our guests. We are disappointed to inform that at the moment there are construction works being undertaken near the penguin colony and access to the penguins is not possible until some time in early 2025.
Travel Planning
for the independent traveller
For as little as $49.95 we can ensure your travel plan is realistic and optimal for your travel needs. We know Australia well, and there could be small details which you may not have considered, or locations and places that you may not know about. With our input you might want to add these to your travel itinerary.
If, on the other hand, you have no idea about what to see or do, then we can help you by developing a basic travel plan, or one that is comprehensive with details about locations, accommodation and transport options in different parts of Australia.
We think paying as little as $49.95 to get expert advice to get you closer to an ideal holiday is a great investment.
To review your current travel plan
Features
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- 60 Minute Video Conference
- Mini Report
To develop a basic travel plan
Features
- 30 Minute Video Conference
- 60 Minute Video Conference
- Mini Report
To develop a detailed travel plan
Features
- 30 Minute Video Conference x 2
- 60 Minute Video Conference
- Mini Report
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