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A modern building with a unique triangular structure reflected in a calm water body. 2
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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,739 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Activity location

  • Canberra
    • Canberra, Australia

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  • Canberra
    • Canberra, Australia

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Private Canberra Tour | Mercedes V-Class | From Sydney

  • Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes11h 30m
    11h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$1,739.27 x 1 AdultNZ$1,739.27
Total
Price is NZ$1,739.27
Until Wed, 26 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Optional Canberra Hotel drop for an extended stay of your own while we return to Sydney.
  • Inclusions
    Guide in-person
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Pickup / drop service between Canberra and Sydney for a private transfer only.
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to paid attractions

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • If travelling with Children under 7 y/o, please advise ages for correct child seats.

What you can expect

  • Experience Canberra, Australia's capital, on a luxury private tour from Sydney. Travel in style with a maximum of your 5 guests in a premium Mercedes V-Class for this bespoke 600km return journey.

    This exclusive experience offers total flexibility—tailor your itinerary and explore at your own pace. Discuss venues with your expert guide (15+ years experience) en route and enjoy the freedom to linger at places that captivate you.

    With 4.5 hours to immerse yourself, choose from world-renowned institutions like the Australian War Memorial, National Gallery, Museum of Australian Democracy, and Parliament House. Discover the heart of Australia on this exceptional, personalised Canberra day trip.

    Your private tour includes door-to-door transfers from your Sydney hotel or residence. We provide bottled water and light snacks for the journey. With all tolls, parking, and expert local commentary included, you have the freedom to focus entirely on Canberra’s world-class sightseeing.

Activity itinerary

Canberra

  • 4h
Discover Australia's capital on a private, full-day tour from Sydney — designed around your interests and delivered in total comfort. Travelling in a brand-new Mercedes-Benz V-Class (up to 7 guests), you'll explore Canberra's most iconic landmarks, including the architecturally striking Parliament House, the deeply moving Australian War Memorial, and the sweeping panoramic views from Mount Ainslie Lookout. With over 15 years of experience guiding private tours across Eastern Australia, your host brings genuine local knowledge and the flexibility to shape the day around what matters most to you. Skip the crowds and rigid itineraries of large group tours — this is Canberra explored at your pace, with the depth and access that only a private tour can offer.

Mount Ainslie Lookout

  • 15m
Begin your Canberra introduction with breathtaking panoramic views from Mount Ainslie Lookout. Discover the brilliant 'Garden City' layout designed by architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin. From this vantage point, see the perfect geometric alignment of Anzac Parade, Lake Burley Griffin, and Parliament House. It’s the ultimate way to visualise the city's unique history and design before we dive deeper into the capital.

Australian War Memorial

  • 1h
Enter through the award-winning New Main Entrance, featuring the striking glass Oculus that connects the heritage building to the sky. Pay your respects at the Roll of Honour and the Hall of Memory, home to the Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier. Explore the brand-new Anzac Hall (opening mid-2026) and see iconic exhibits like the Lancaster Bomber 'G for George'. > Walk through the light-filled Anzac Atrium to see the massive RF-111 strike jet and the HMAS Brisbane bridge. Your visit also includes time for quiet reflection in the Sculpture Garden, featuring the moving 'Animals in War' memorial and the statue of 'Weary' Dunlop. This world-class institution offers a deeply personal journey through Australia’s wartime history, from colonial conflicts to modern peacekeeping missions. A must-see for every visitor to the capital.

Museum of Australian Democracy

  • 1h
Step back in time at Old Parliament House, home to the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD). This heritage-listed icon offers a nostalgic and intimate look at Australia’s political soul. Enjoy unprecedented access to the surprisingly humble Prime Minister’s Suite, where leaders like Gough Whitlam and Bob Hawke shaped the nation. Walk through the heritage Senate Chamber, explore the authentic Media Rooms of the Press Gallery, and stand in King’s Hall—the heart of the building's 'Stripped Classical' architecture. Whether you're discovering the documents of the 1975 Dismissal or exploring the satirical 'Behind the Lines' cartoon exhibition, your guide provides deep insights into the dramas that unfolded within these white walls. A perfectly preserved time capsule of Australian history.

Australian Parliament House

  • 1h
Standing proudly atop Capital Hill, the 'New' Parliament House is an architectural masterpiece designed to emerge from the landscape. Opened in 1988, this iconic building is six times the size of its predecessor and serves as the vibrant centre of Australian politics. Your visit offers the chance to stand beneath the massive 81-metre flagpole and walk upon the grass-covered roof for 360-degree panoramic views of Canberra’s Parliamentary Triangle. Inside, marvel at the Marble Foyer’s grand staircase and the monumental Arthur Boyd Tapestry in the Great Hall—one of the largest in the world. Explore the distinct green and red chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and see the historic 1297 Magna Carta. On sitting days, you may even witness democracy in action during Question Time. A must-see symbol of national unity and design.

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    Canberra
    • Canberra, Australia

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    • Canberra, Australia