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Sydney: PRIVATE Canberra & Southern Highlands Luxe Tour (12h)

By Wachtl Australia
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,537 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Stunning landscape of Southern Highlands, mysterious ephemeral Lake George, and nation’s bush capital Canberra…

Depart Sydney early in the morning and head southwest for the three hours scenic drive through Southern Highlands. Passing several townships and pastures keep an eye on the grassy inclines to spot wild kangaroos or wallabies. After brief refreshment break continue towards the New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory border.

Founded following the federation of the colonies as the seat of government for the new nation, Canberra has a unique purpose, setting, character and symbolism. Shaped around a man-made lake, surrounded by the bush, and set in amphitheatre of hills, the nation’s capital is an exciting meeting point of world-class art, museums, politics, and diplomacy.

Activity location
  • Lake George
    • Lake George, New South Wales, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Lake George
    • Lake George, New South Wales, Australia

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Sydney: PRIVATE Canberra & Southern Highlands Luxe Tour (12h)
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30AM
Price details
$1,536.65 x 1 Adult$1,536.65
Total
Price is $1,536.65
Until Fri, Feb 13

What's included, what's not

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    Complimentary pickup at CBD (downtown) hotels
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    Live commentary by professional driver guide (member of IATG) in EN / CZ / GE
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    Private luxury transportation, Wi-fi connection
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    Parliament House guided tour
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    General admission to Memorial / Museum / Gallery (self-exploring)
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    Bottled water and small refreshment on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals, beverages
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Lake George
  • 15m
Stop for a picture of the mysterious Lake George, an ephemeral water body that fills and empties of its own volition. One of the most studied lakes in Australia inspiring scientists, artists, birdwatchers, and historians. It can be full of water but there are times when the dry lakebed is used for grazing.
Mount Ainslie Lookout
  • 15m
Looking from Mount Ainslie you can instantly grasp geometric features of the city designer Walter Burley Griffin after whom the man-made lake carries its name. Within the cordon of hill is the triangle formed by three significant points, the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, and commercial Civic Centre.
Australian War Memorial
  • 1h 30m
(Option 1) Bringing together a world-class museum, a place of remembrance, and an extensive archive, the Australian War Memorial honours those who have served, and continue to serve the nation - in war, conflict, and peacekeeping. From the spirit of ANZAC to modern operations, each gallery echoes courage, sacrifice, and quiet resilience. Wander at your own pace through stirring exhibitions, evocative artworks, and monumental technology, where memory is held with grace and gravity.
National Museum of Australia
  • 1h 30m
(Option 2) A striking postmodern structure housing 6,600 square metres of exhibition space, the museum unfolds like a jigsaw—each piece forming a semicircle around the Garden of Australian Dreams. Step inside to trace the threads of Australia’s story through collections that illuminate key moments, people, and places in the nation’s cultural tapestry.
National Gallery of Australia
  • 1h 30m
(Option 3) The National Gallery’s evolving collection of over 155,000 works, created by more than 15,000 artists, includes the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Each piece speaks across time and culture, inviting you into a contemplative journey through ancient tradition, bold expression, and the shifting currents of contemporary creativity.
Questacon
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
(Option 4) The National Science and Technology Centre, where science and technology come alive in a hands-on experience for all ages to inspire your imagination with the wonders of discovery. Step inside and feel the spark of curiosity ignite across interactive galleries, kinetic sculptures, and mind-bending illusions. (entry at own expense)
Civic Square
  • 1h
At the heart of Canberra’s civic precinct stand two architectural twins—the Sydney and Melbourne Buildings—designed in the 1920s and named after Australia’s enduring rivals. Stroll through Garema Place and along City Walk, where cafés and eateries spill onto the pavement, offering a moment to pause, savour, and choose your own midday indulgence. (lunch at own expense)
Yarralumla (Pass by)
Canberra’s diplomatic heart beats gently through the leafy avenues of Yarralumla, home to over 110 missions from around the world. Each residence—whether palatial or minimalist—offers a glimpse into national identity, expressed through architecture and tradition. It’s a drive not just through a suburb, but across continents.
Australian Parliament House
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Chosen from 329 entries in an international design competition, the vision for Capital Hill rose into reality and was officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1988. From the soaring flagpole to the Great Hall Tapestry, Parliament House invites you to explore its layered symbolism, architectural grace, and the living theatre of democracy unfolding within its chambers, galleries, and ceremonial spaces.
Goulburn
  • 15m
Australia’s first inland city and fine wool capital, Goulburn blends grand heritage with quiet country charm. On its fringe stands the Big Merino - a towering tribute to the region’s pastoral pride. Pause for a moment, stretch your legs, and capture a photo with one of Australia’s beloved “big things” before the road draws you onward to Sydney.

Location

Activity location
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    Lake George
    • Lake George, New South Wales, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Lake George
    • Lake George, New South Wales, Australia

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