Likely to sell-out! The Sydney Opera House Guided Backstage Tour regularly sells out weeks in advance, so book now to avoid disappointment. You'll gain "exclusive access" to areas of the Sydney Opera House normally reserved for staff and performers on a two-hour backstage tour of one of the world's "must-see" attractions. Sit in the orchestra pit, stand where legends have performed, go inside the stars' dressing rooms and hear about the real-life dramas that go on behind the curtain.

Your two-hour backstage tour of the Opera House begins at 7:00am to ensure you can access the "inner sanctum areas", normally reserved for performers and crew and restricted later in the day. After gaining exclusive insights into the inner workings of the famous Opera House, you will head back to the Green Room (closed on Sundays and Public Holidays), the private domain of stars, performers and staff, for a full Australian breakfast with your guide. After breakfast you then have the rest of the day free to enjoy in Sydney.

As a would-be performer on this backstage tour of the Sydney Opera House, you can let your imagination run wild. Imagine:

• Standing on-stage in the world-famous Concert Hall or Opera Theatre, emulating superstars such as Bryn Terfel, Dame Joan Sutherland and Rudolph Nureyev
• Striding through the orchestra pit like a maestro, and stepping up onto the conductor's podium, baton in hand
• Relaxing in the stars’ dressing room – complete with Steinway grand piano, of course!
• Exploring the working areas of the Opera House, the domain of stagehands and crew

If you can escape Sydney for more than one day, and are keen to explore the beautiful Blue Mountains, then this overnight tour staying at the luxury Lilianfels Resort is for you! You'll discover the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains and quaint mountain townships including Leura and Katoomba, with free time to go for bushwalks or simply enjoy the magnificent canyon views.

You'll stay the night at Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort and Spa, a European-style country house located near an 18-hole golf course and many bushwalking tracks. Lilianfels has its own licensed restaurant where you can enjoy dinner (at your own expense). The resort also has a gymnasium, health club with spa and sauna, a billiard room and tennis court.

After breakfast (included) the morning is at your leisure, with the opportunity for you to go bushwalking or just relax. On your return journey to Sydney you'll travel to Cahill Lookout and Govetts Leap for photo opportunities. After enjoying the fabulous views and impressive mountain scenery of the Grose Valley and Bridal Veil Falls, you'll descend the Blue Mountains to travel along the Bells Line of Road for sweeping views of the magnificent countryside. Your final stop before returning to Sydney is at Featherdale Wildlife Park for an encounter with wombats, kangaroos, and birdlife.

Refer to the itinerary for full trip details.

Your two day tour to the wine growing region of the Hunter Valley travels by luxury coach from Sydney. Visit several wineries in the area, whilst also having free time to try some of the many other activities available, such as hot air ballooning, cycling or horse riding. You will spend the night in the Hunter Valley before returning to Sydney.

The Hunter Resort Country Estate, located in the heart of the Hunter Valley Wine Country, is nestled amongst its own vineyards and incorporates an exquisite Restaurant, Wine Tasting Cellars, excellent 4 and a half star accommodation and the Hunter's largest winery.

Spend 2 days and 2 nights on an all-inclusive weekend cruise on Sydney Harbour. Explore over 250 kilometers of hidden bays, coves and beaches, cruise the upper reaches of the western river systems and enjoy spectacular views of Sydney. Every comfort will be catered for including guided harbor foreshore walks, entertainment and meals.

Leave the roads and the traffic behind. Do not worry about where or what to eat. Join a small group of like-minded passengers for a weekend aboard the MV Captain Cook's Explorer and really get to know both contemporary and historical Sydney.

Cruise the upper reaches of the western river systems and enjoy spectacular views of Sydney. M.V. Captain Cook's Explorer features 61 air-conditioned cabins with private ensuites, cocktail bar, lounge, elegant dining room and spacious sun deck.

The acclaimed chefs will delight you with hearty breakfasts, al fresco luncheons featuring fresh local seafood, and Contemporary Australian a-la-carte dinners. The friendly and professional crew provide the inside story on some of the colorful local residents, folklore and history, while catering for your every comfort.

Take the time during the mornings to be taken ashore and discover the sights of the Botanical Gardens or the Rocks area - the oldest part of Sydney. In the evening there is entertainment, dancing and the romance of a sparkling Sydney night.

Book Now to secure your own unique and enjoyable, all-inclusive weekend on Sydney Harbour!

M.V. Captain Cook's Explorer:
The MV Captain Cook's Explorer is a small cruise ship, taking no more than 120 passengers. Because passenger groups are never large, service is personal and tailored to your needs, and your cruising experience is individual. Among the friendly and well-informed crew are specialist commentators who not only know Sydney from top to bottom, but also entertain while they pass their knowledge onto you.

Dining: Dining, specializing in fresh local produce, is a highlight of your weekend experience aboard Captain Cook's Explorer. You will enjoy hearty buffet breakfasts, al fresco luncheons that feature fresh local seafood and an a la carte dinners in contemporary Australian style.

Located within iconic Sydney Tower, 88 stories above the ground, 360 BAR AND DINING is an intimate, stylish fine dining experience that makes any occasion extra special.

Located within iconic Sydney Tower, 88 stories above the ground, 360 BAR AND DINING is an intimate, stylish fine dining experience that makes any occasion extra special.

The cuisine is Modern Australian with a refined French influence and the surrounds are an extravagant blend of carved panels, individually crafted pendant light sculptures and much more all bought together by world renowned designer Michael McCann of Dreamtime Design.

The unique revolving floor provides breathtaking panoramic views of Sydney and beyond. A highlight is the spectacular eight-metre long, illuminated shell bar which revolves with the restaurant.

Discover country Australia through the eyes of the outback community. Enjoy driving through acres of farmland, including sheep and cattle properties. The highlights of this tour include staying at homesteads on working stations, visiting the distinctive "gold rush" past and an enjoyable wine tasting experience in the beautiful Mudgee wine regions.

The finale to this exciting tour is crossing the famous Blue Mountains to Katoomba, then after lunch descending into national parkland to Euroka Clearing to see Kangaroos in the wild while enjoying a glass of champagne.

This tour is the best way to meet and stay with Australian locals in the outback!

Experience the best sightseeing tours in Australia with the Australia Sightseeing Pass. The sightseeing pass is a cost effective way to see the most popular attractions in and around Australia's top cities! Containing 8 coupons which you can exchange in return for 8 half day or 4 full day tours from a selection of excursions offered in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart, Perth, Cairns, Launceston and Darwin.

At time of booking nominate the Australian city where you wish to join your first tour. After that tour you are then free to exchange your coupons for the selected tours offered in the following Australian cities:

• Sydney
• Melbourne
• Hobart/Launceston
• Adelaide
• Cairns
• Perth
• Darwin
• Alice Springs

Each available tour is worth a certain amount of coupons. To book your tour you can exchange the coupons contained within your pass for any 8 half day or 4 full day tours from the tours listed below.

The sightseeing pass is designed for you to travel independently and at your own leisure. Your seat is guaranteed on all tours operating when you book 16 hours before departure.

Explore the best of Sydney on you luxury guided walking tour. Designed to spoil, includes a meeting point at your hotel foyer, cold or hot drinks, taxi shuttles between city regions, special consideration for your personal interest areas (advise in the additional information box).

Your tour will incorporate the Rocks, Circular Quay, Kings Cross, Oxford Street, Darling Harbour and more. You will visit all of Sydney's famous sights plus more, with the inside knowledge of a local professional guide to ensure you don't miss a thing (and don't waste your time on the tourist traps!).

See the best of Sydney on this action-packed lunch and dinner tour. Your day out in Sydney begins with a delightful lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour. After seeing the highlights of Sydney on an afternoon coach tour of the city and Manly, you’ll enjoy a sumptuous dinner with panoramic views from the top of the Sydney Tower.

On your lunch cruise you'll combine an unforgettable harbor cruise with a buffet lunch while taking in the splendor of Sydney Harbour. You'll see all the sights of Sydney Harbour, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Fort Denison.

Highlights of your afternoon coach tour include:

• Stunning views over Sydney Cove and Circular Quay
• Crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge
• Panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and skyline from Milsons Point
• Crossing the Spit Bridge
• Magnificent views from Seaforth Lookout over Middle Head and Pearl Bay marinas
• Superb panorama of the rugged headlands and Manly from Arabanoo Lookout
• Tour through the northern beaches of Freshwater Bay and Curl Curl
• Stopping at the seaside resort town of Manly, noted for its famous surf beach and Norfolk pines

Then it's on to the Sydney Tower for dinner at the Level 2 buffet restaurant with 360-degrees views of Sydney spread out below you. The Sydney Tower Restaurant serves a famously wide range of local and international dishes as part of its world-class buffet, on top of the tallest structure in Sydney.

Escape to the beauty and tranquility of the Blue Mountains on a personalized, small group tour from Sydney by four-wheel drive. You'll see panoramas of rugged cliffs and deep forested valleys, hear the calls of native birds and spot Australian wildlife in the bush. Your full-day tour includes a visit to a wildlife park, lunch at a botanical gardens and views of the Blue Mountains famous vistas. Along the way, your expert tour guide will bring the stories of the bush alive.

Highlights on your Blue Mountains small group tour by 4WD include:

• Visiting award-winning Featherdale Wildlife Park to see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little penguins
• Climbing the backroads via Bells Line of Road into the scenic Blue Mountains range
• Going off-road into the Burralow Creek National Park
• Testing your musical abilities on a didgeridoo
• Discovering quaint Blue Mountain towns
• Enjoying a gentle trek to breathtaking lookouts and viewing the immense western valleys
• Getting to know your fellow travelers over lunch, with wine, at Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens
• Seeing the fascinating Three Sisters rock formation
• Visiting Scenic World for the option to ride on the Scenic Railway and Cableway
• Rambling through the lush canopy of prehistoric ferns and fertile temperate forests
• Viewing ancient sandstone rock formations and splendid Australian bushland
• Taking advantage of the many photo opportunities of the Jamieson Valley