Luxury Sydney
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Start PlanningA cosmopolitan city with beautiful beaches and a thriving arts scene
Wrapped around a harbour on the eastern coast of Australia, Sydney is a picturesque city that’s at once lively and laidback. Staying here gives you the chance to visit renowned landmarks, find out about Aboriginal culture and explore areas of striking natural beauty.
The ocean is a central part of life in Sydney, and taking a cruise around the harbour is a great way to get a feel for the city. Or you can try your hand at a classic Aussie pastime with a private surfing lesson in the warm cerulean waters of Bondi Beach. And take a wander along the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee for stunning views of rock pools, craggy clifftops and curves of golden sand.
Indigenous communities have been residing in this region for at least 30,000 years. You can find out more about the world’s oldest living culture by taking a tour with a First Nations guide. They’ll tell you about Aboriginal creation stories and traditions while taking you to sites of spiritual and historic significance within The Rocks and Royal Botanic Garden. Many of the city’s excellent art galleries and museums also have exhibits showcasing modern artwork and traditional crafts from First Nations communities.
And then there’s Sydney’s culinary scene. You’ll find plenty to whet your appetite here, including private foodie walking tours with expert local guides, tastings at award-winning wineries, and fine dining at the Sydney Opera House after your private tour.
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales, a state known for its diverse landscapes. One of our favourite spots to visit on a day trip from Sydney is the Blue Mountains. Here you can hike through eucalyptus forests to admire the cascading Wentworth Falls or gaze out over the rugged sandstone peaks of the Three Sisters rock formation.
Get in touch with our team of knowledgeable travel designers to start planning your luxury Sydney tour today.
Experiences picked by our destination specialists
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Step beneath the striking sails of the Sydney Opera House for a private tour backstage before taking your seats to watch a world-class performance.
See Sydney from a different perspective
Get a birds’ eye view of the city and harbour by climbing to the summit of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Take to the water
Cruise around the bays and coves of Sydney Harbour as your skipper tells you about the city’s history.
Learn about Aboriginal culture
Visit art galleries showcasing Indigenous artwork and tour the Royal Botanic Garden with a Gadigal guide.
Spend a day at Bondi Beach
Ride the waves in a private surfing lesson, take a walk along the clifftops, or relax on the golden sand.
A word from one of our experts
Australia’s largest and most iconic city. Cruise around the harbour appreciating the breathtaking, world-famous backdrop of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Relax on unmistakable Bondi Beach and watch world-class surfers whilst enjoying a cocktail at the equally unmistakable Bondi Iceberg Club.
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Luxury accommodation in Sydney
There are many incredible places to stay in Sydney. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip inspiration
Get inspired with our Sydney example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
Where to go
Brisbane
Founded on the banks of its eponymous river, the old city of Brisbane is located between the famous Sunshine and Gold Coast, each a magnet for surfers and beach lovers.
Great Barrier Reef and Northern Queensland
The northern reaches of Queensland are incredible sites for those who enjoy vast wilderness. Considered one of the great natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef is the biggest coral reef system on the planet.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island is a deceptively large island off the southern coast of Australia, not far from Adelaide, playing host to a magnificent wilderness, with large populations of the country’s beloved wildlife.
Luxury Rail Travel Australia
A great way to explore Australia is by luxury train, allowing you to cover vast distances in comfort and style while admiring the epic landscapes pass by.
New South Wales
On the east coast of Australia, boasting the beautiful city of Sydney at its heart.
Perth and Margaret River
Perth can be found on the far west coast of the country, the capital city of Western Australia state, and while it may appear to be isolated from other major cities, it carries a uniquely laid back and cosmopolitan charm and has been voted as one of the most liveable modern cities, not just in Australia, but in the world.
South Australia
From the great stretching vastness of the wild Australian Outback to the charm of wine valleys and beaches of silver sand, your stay will be a memorable one.
Tasmania
Widely known for its vast expanses of unspoiled wilderness, diverse landscapes that range from rugged mountains and highland lakes to rainforests, cascading waterfalls and a dramatic coastline.
Top End
Australia’s Top End contains some of the few remaining expanses of genuinely untouched wilderness in the world, a remote haven that abounds with national parks and rugged beauty.
Uluru and the Outback
There is both an extraordinary physical beauty, exquisite in its isolation, as well as a tangible spiritual energy that binds together the land and the people.
Victoria and Melbourne
With handsome Victorian-era architecture, museums, galleries, theatres, green parks, and an innovative art and nightlife scene, this is undoubtedly Australia’s cultural heart.
Western Australia
Western Australia has everything from vibrant cities and quaint vineyards to epic coastline and vast, open plains.
Whitsundays
A chain of 74 islands, four of which boast renowned luxury resorts, the Whitsunday Islands are found in the middle of the incomparable Great Barrier Reef just off the coast of Queensland.
When to visit Sydney
The best time for a luxury tour to Sydney is in the spring (September–November) or autumn (March–May). During these seasons, the weather is warm and the humidity low – perfect for exploring the city or going walking in the Blue Mountains.
Higher temperatures make summer (December–February) an ideal time to hit the beach, although this is also the busiest season. Winters (June–August) are mild and mostly sunny, and the best time for whale watching.
Beaches
December–February
Blooming flowers
September–November
Hiking
March–May and September–November
Plan your trip to Sydney
Whatever you want from your adventure in Sydney, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
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Your trip, your story
We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
