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Thumbs up!
Long trip but worth it! I would recommend it to all those who are interested about Australia's history. Leura is also a beautiful place to visit.
Small Group Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12h 30min
- Location
- Canberra
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 122 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Colourful Collective Travel
- Meeting point
- Please wait at the taxi zone in Bathurst St between George & Kents Sts next to St Andrew's Cathedral at least 15 minutes before the 7.30 AM departure.
Description
Enjoy the only small group day tour from Sydney to Canberra, the capital of Australia, to explore the city's attractions, cultural institutions and beautiful natural surroundings. We drive through Australia’s cool climate wool growing region and learn about the futuristic planning that makes Canberra one of the world's most modern and liveable cities. Visit Parliament House, an architectural masterpiece home to Australian democracy. Take time to explore The Australian War Memorial dedicated to telling stories of what our nation has done to prevent war and contribute to peace. Enjoy lunch besides the lake at the National Museum of Australia. From mid-September to mid-October visit the Floriade Flower Festival, the largest flower festival in NSW. A day in our capital is enriching, surprising and thoroughly rewarding!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war or on operational service and those who have served our nation in times of conflict. Its mission is leading remembrance and understanding of Australia’s wartime experience. The Australian War Memorial was voted the number one landmark in Australia by travelers in the 2016 Trip Advisor awards.
National Museum of Australia
The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events with a focus on indigenous histories and cultures; European settlement and our interaction with the environment. The other option for your free time is The National Gallery of Australia.
Parliament of Australia
Parliament House is the meeting place of the Parliament of Australia. Built in 1988, Australia's national parliament building is a graceful and deeply symbolic piece of architecture.
Mount Ainslie Lookout
For picture-perfect views of Canberra allowing you to understand the visionary design of the capital , this location is a hot spot for photographers, with the view complemented by the abundance of native birds and wildlife.
What's included
Included
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
All activities
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
4.5
122 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children 6 years and under
- No hot drinks or food are allowed on the bus
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Small Group Canberra Day Trip from Sydney take?
Small Group Canberra Day Trip from Sydney lasts about 12h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Can I cancel Small Group Canberra Day Trip from Sydney for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please wait at the taxi zone in Bathurst St between George & Kents Sts next to St Andrew's Cathedral at least 15 minutes before the 7.30 AM departure. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Small Group Canberra Day Trip from Sydney offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
No children 6 years and under
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(122)
T
Canberra
Guilherme, thank you for a fantastic day tour to the Capital of Australia. I will recommend to everyone who has an extra day in Sydney to go. And Guil, he knows so many things.
Operator response
He does, truly! We're glad you enjoyed your day in Canberra. Thanks for leaving a review!
A
Great way to see Canberra...
Great way to see Canberra highlights if based in Sydney. Drive to & from has one break and the war memorial has so much to see.
Operator response
Thank you for joining us, Andrew! We're glad you enjoyed.
S
Enjoyable Day Trip to Canberra with Gill
We enjoyed this day trip to Canberra with Gill as our tour guide cum driver. He was very friendly and actively interacted with us throughout the trip ie interesting commentaries and sharing of his stories etc. He has also helped to take pictures for the participants whenever needed. Thanks!
Operator response
We're glad you enjoyed with Guil! Thank you for your review.
A
Fantastic trip in every aspect
The Canberra trip was fantastic in every aspect. It was a perfectly balanced, interesting, and intensive program, combined with excellent organisation throughout the day. A very special thank you goes to Gil, our guide and driver, who did an outstanding job. He shared his knowledge and many interesting facts, bringing the places we visited to life. At the same time, he took great care of the whole group, making sure everyone felt comfortable and included. With his warm personality, his great sense of humour, and a smile always on his face, Gil made the whole experience even more enjoyable. His passion, professionalism, and genuine care for the group truly made this a memorable trip.
Operator response
Guil is great! We're glad he helped make the trip worth the while. Thank you for joining us and for the spectacular review!
M
Great experience!
It was great! I managed learning a lot, as the guide was very experience and patient to show us around.
Operator response
We are glad you enjoyed with us, Maria!
N
Great tour and wonderful guide
Glad we took this tour, we had a great time and a wonderful day in Canberra. G was a fantastic tour guide, friendly, always smiling and very knowledgeable.
Operator response
Thank you for joining us and the for the awesome review!
S
Canberra day trip
Great driver Fernando very respectful and good knowlege. A friendly person and helpful. A pleasant trip to Canberra with great plaxes to visit
Operator response
We're glad you enjoyed the trip with Fernando. Thank you for the review!
T
A huge thank you to Gill...
A huge thank you to Gill for a fantastic tour of Canberra! His knowledge of Parliament House, the War Memorial, and Canberra’s history was exceptional, and he shared it in a way that was both informative and engaging. Gill was friendly, patient, and organised, and his passion for the city really shone through. Nothing was too much trouble, and he made the day enjoyable from start to finish. We learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We would highly recommend Gill to anyone visiting Canberra. Thank you for a wonderful day! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 😊🇦🇺🌟
T
No frills with Brighton Coaches & Tours but great value, especially the Lunch!
Long but interesting journey along the Memorial Driveway that runs from Sydney to Canberra with no traffic signals after Sydney city centre. Rest stop at about halfway in both directions. Driver very informative & multilingual. Tour of Canberra very interesting and the drivers commentary was very interesting and knowledgeable. Trip included a great lunch at a local sports club as an all you can eat Buffet. I did the Saturday trip as it has the advantage of Parliament not in session and thus no restrictions on access or photography. Like all of Canberra, the Architecture of Parliament House is spectacular inside and out.
Operator response
This is a fraudulent review posted by a foreign owned (Chinese) competitor trying to hijack our reviews for AI search. We have requested Viator to remove it several times and they refuse, despite this 'customer' clearly not travelling with us! Our business name is Colourful Collective Travel
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