sydney's bushtracks, bays & beaches
the ultimate sydney walk

• Guided walking holiday

• 5 or 7 day itinerary

highlights

• The ultimate Sydney walk - in the world's most liveable city

• Bondi, Manly, Coogee - vibrant beaches in picturesque settings

• Remote sandstone country hiking within easy reach of the city

• Ancient Aboriginal rock engravings and axe sharpening grooves

• Cruise around Sydney Harbour on the famous green and yellow ferries

  
  

Travel by boat on Sydney Harbour

Sydney, the gateway to Australia, is one of the world’s premier destinations. It is a city of spectacular natural beauty and stunning world famous architecture. Above all, it is renowned for its free-spirited outdoor lifestyle. Sydney-siders rave about the fabulous walking they have right on their doorstep. Guess what? They’re right! Interstate and overseas visitors alike will delight in discovering the diversity of walking opportunities that exist within easy reach of the city.

Sydney - the world's most liveable city

Discover the charm of this magnificent harbour on walks that hug the coastline. Watch world-class yachts sail by as you hike along the high sea cliffs at the entrance to Sydney Harbour. Walk through tranquil forests where you will feel like you are a million miles from anywhere. Learn about Australia’s early history as you stroll through the alleys and laneways in the now-eclectic Rocks district.

Coastal bushland with city views in distance

The walks have been carefully chosen to showcase the tremendous variety on offer. All the walks are one-way hikes, utilising the region’s efficient public transport network. You’ll soon agree that one of the joys of Sydney is travelling on the quaint ferries as they ply the bustling harbour waters.

This fabulous Auswalk is an excellent way to discover what is described by many as the “world’s most liveable city”.

One of Sydney's classic swimming beaches

location
Starts and finishes in Sydney.

grading
10-20km (4-7 hours) walking each day. About half the walks are graded easy with the rest being moderate in difficulty. The exception is the harder of the options in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park that is graded challenging. The walking will be mostly on narrow, well-defined foot tracks and some paved foot paths. On most days the guide will offer options for shortening or lengthening the walking day.

guiding
You will be accompanied by a knowledgeable and highly experienced guide. Our guides are also fun people to spend time with! The guide's role is to lead you safely through the range of environments, provide information about the areas you are walking through and generally assist you to get the most out of your holiday. Group sizes vary – it is possible that you will be the only people on this trip but there may be others who have booked for the same date.

The hikes include coastal boardwalks

accommodation
You will stay at the same accommodation for the entire holiday. Sydney is a modern, cosmopolitan city that has evolved from its colonial past. We have chosen accommodation to match. You will stay in a comfortable boutique hotel right in the CBD. The rooms are spacious, the furnishings modern and double glazing ensures a good night’s sleep. The hotel features a restaurant and a roof top bar – a fabulous place to enjoy a drink as the sun sets. There are other restaurants right outside the door and it’s only a 15 minute walk to Circular Quay and the Rocks area and 10 minutes walk to Darling Harbour.

regional food & wine highlights
Sydney is renowned for its outstanding restaurants. Dining on the waterfront at The Rocks or Darling Harbour are real highlights. Try the fresh fish and rock oysters.

what's included
7 day itinerary: 6 nights accommodation, 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 days of guided walking, all transport required on walking days, National Park fees, information booklets, insulated lunch bag, map case, maps.

5 day itinerary: 4 nights accommodation, 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 days of guided walking, all transport required on walking days, National Park fees, information booklets, insulated lunch bag, map case, maps.

not included
Alcohol, meals not listed in itinerary.

departure dates
Any day of the year except for December, January and February, for a minimum of 2 people booking together.

prices
Please see our Prices section of the website

Enjoy cruising on Sydney Harbour's ferries

itinerary guide - 7 days
(includes 6 nights accommodation)

Day 1: Starts in Sydney at your accommodation any time in the afternoon. No walking scheduled for today.  Accommodation: Sydney

Day 2: The day begins with a ferry ride to the northern harbour village of Greenwich. The bushland walking track hugs the shore, Sydney’s skyline forming a panoramic backdrop. En route we’ll visit secluded bays, watch water dragons as they dart about and see ancient Aboriginal rock engravings. The afternoon will be spent discovering Sydney’s historic districts, the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Botanic Gardens. Accommodation: Sydney

See ancient Aboriginal engravings

Day 3: Today we head into the Middle Harbour area of Garigal National Park. We’ll hike along a prime section of the long distance “Harbour to Hawkesbury” trail. The route features secluded waterside walking, magnificent angophora trees and unusual rock formations like the “Natural Arch Bridge” and “The Bluff”. Accommodation: Sydney

Angophoras frame the water views

Day 4: A superb coastal offering today. Today’s walk links the scenic headlands of South Head, “The Gap”, Diamond Bay and Dover Heights, finishing at Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach – all places the well-heeled frequent. Along the way you’ll walk past four of Sydney’s historic lighthouses and be treated to panoramic views from cliff top tracks, wild oceans, lively village hubs and several opportunities for a refreshing dip. Accommodation: Sydney

Day 5: Deep into the bush today to experience remote Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the mighty Hawkesbury River. You will be offered a choice of walks today, from easy to quite challenging. All the walks are remote and feature sandstone escarpment country, fabulous wildflowers, great views and a real sense of achievement. Accommodation: Sydney

Heathlands and rocky outcrops
 of the Hawkesbury sandstone country

Day 6: The grand finale is the iconic Spit to Manly Walk, often described as the quintessential Sydney walk! We feel it is one of the most scenic harbour walking tracks in the world, taking you past modern harbour-side suburbs, Aboriginal sites, native coastal heath and pockets of sub-tropical rainforest. Lunch is not included today – Manly has so much to offer from fine dining in waterfront restaurants to fish ‘n chips on the beach. After lunch there’s time for a swim or to continue the walk further into Sydney Harbour National Park. Accommodation: Sydney

Day 7: Trip finishes after breakfast

Manly ocean beach in all its glory

itinerary guide - 5 days
(includes 4 nights accommodation)

As for Days 1, 2, 3, 4 & 7 above

fact sheet
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