Palm Beach, Ku-ring-gai National Park & northern harbour private tour
From Mosman to Manly to Palm Beach: Sydney’s stunning coast & harbour scenic spots
This day out traverses the beautiful harbour beaches of Sydney’s lower north shore & continues along the coastline to Palm Beach, Barrenjoey Lighthouse & Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. We will cover a lot of ground so be ready to enjoy some exceptional places and scenery. We can return home (assuming your accommodation is in or near the city) either via ferry from Manly or by driving over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. If you haven’t been on the harbour before we recommend the ferry cruise back to the city.
Highlights
experience the amazing natural beauty of Sydney Harbour from many vantage points
Georges Head Battery at George’s Heights in the Headland Park precinct, Mosman, the traditional land of the Borogegal people, home to the site of Australia’s first military hospital built to house casualties from World War One. The site consists of the original battery and barracks one a trio of fortifications built to protect Sydney Harbour's outer reaches. Georges Head Lookout showcases a stunning view of Sydney Harbour towards the city
we can have a quick stop at Chowder Bay to spot the seals who love to bask in the sun
have a coffee at one of the many cafes along The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, one of Sydney’s prettiest harbour beaches and home to historic 1920s Spanish Mission style Bathers’ Pavilion, one of the few remaining examples of Spanish Mission style buildings in Sydney
enjoy the pristine heathland of North Head (including seasonal wildflowers) and panoramic views of Sydney Heads and Harbour
take in the scenery of Cabbage Bay Aquatic Reserve when we walk from Manly to Shelley Beach
appreciate the architecture of several buildings on the Northern Beaches
make our way to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, home of the Darramuragal and Garigal people, and the site of 800 recorded Aboriginal rock art sites see the flora and fauna of the Australian bush, aboriginal rock art and stunning views from West Head
enjoy Palm Beach which is known for wonderful holiday homes with spectacular views, Barrenjoey Lighthouse and the TV series Home and Away
Stop at Long Reef Headland with breathtaking coastline views extending 70-kilometers
catch the ferry from Manly Wharf and enjoy panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge as we arrive at Circular Quay or if you prefer return to your accommodation in our vehicle
Length
Around 8-9 hours – the time spent at each place is flexible so the day can progress at a pace that suits you. Generally pick up is at 8.30am from your lodgings and we return to your accommodation between 5.30pm – 6.00pm
We can arrange pick up from boat terminal and drop off at boat terminal
Other activities or places that you may wish to consider
If you would like to vary or add an activity or place on the planned tour please run it past us. You might for instance wish to change the plan to include a visit to local microbrewery or artisan distillery at the end of the day. Alternatively we could include an afternoon visit to any one of the places mentioned in our Customised Sydney Day Tour
Inclusions
national park entrance fees
morning coffee or tea
bottled water
snacks
delicious lunch
photographs fromthe day using a digital SLR camera
Exclusions
ferry ticket