AEA Luxury Tours

Sydney New South Wales, Australia · 677 reviews · 4.6★ · Day Trips

AEA Luxury Tours — Private Tour: Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney in Sydney New South Wales
4.6★ rating · 677 reviews · $109.33–$755.3 per person · 8 hours avg

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Rating4.6★4.3★4.4★4.6★5★
Reviews6771,5801,2831,241668
Price$403$104$175$66$83
Duration8 hours5.1 hours7.4 hours10 hours10 hours
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Since 1991, AEA Luxury Tours (formerly Australian Eco Adventures) has been providing complete luxury small group touring packages including Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, Port Stephens, and beyond to other regions in New South Wales. We have continually set the benchmark for first class itineraries, guides and vehicle comfort, and guests benefit from a more personalised small group service with some very memorable experiences that no other tour company provides.

Tours by AEA Luxury Tours

Private Tour: Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney$728.86 · 540 minutes · 4.81★ · 73 reviews

Proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. \nChoose the luxury option and take a private tour of the Blue Mountains World Heritage region from Sydney. Your knowledgeable driver awaits at your hotel to depart West. Our first stop is for morning tea/coffee with light treats at Calmsley Hil...

Itinerary

  1. Visit Sydney's oldest working farm with animal encounters & morning tea/coffee. Meet our most famous animals, including the koala, wombat, emu, kangaroo and many more. get up close with the animals for photos and feeding. Many other farm animals throughout the property. (60)
  2. Arriving into the Blue Mountains National Park, we visit a selection of lookouts away from the large crowds. Our small luxury cars/buses have the advantage of visiting the best locations of the canyons, valleys, and unusual rock formations. Some locations have options for short walks. (180)
  3. Visit one of the best vantage points of the most famous rock formation, the Three Sisters, where only the small tour cars/buses can access. Hear about the legend of the rock formation and the aboriginal story of why we call them this. (20)
  4. Boilerhouse Option: Lunch is a two course meal with a view over the Megalong Valley. lunch menu changes with the seasonal availability of food. A selection of options catering to most diets. Beverages not included and can be purchased on the day.\n\nEchos Restaurant Option: Lunch is a two course meal with one beverage per person, with views over the Jamison Valley, options available to cater to most diets. (60)
  5. Visit one of the most captivating lookouts in the region, with a waterfall dropping a staggering 180 meters to the valley beneath. (20)
  6. On our return we visit the highest Botanical gardens in the country, you can stroll through the garden and admire the many cool climate species from around the world and across Australia.\nTime permitting we will visit a remote lookout enroute.\nGuests will be served a glass of sparkling wine (over 18's) or glass of orange juice, included in the tour. (30)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 10

Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour$109.33 · 210 minutes · 4.6★ · 620 reviews

Proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour with maximum of 14 people. \nThe only luxury small group operator in Sydney, with Mercedes buses, featuring comfortable leather reclining seats.\nChoose the morning or afternoon half-day sightseeing tour, with all the...

Itinerary

  1. Travel through the old town 'The Rocks' and learn fascinating history and stories of early European settlement and its convict beginnings. See many fine examples of well preserved early architecture, dating more than 200 years old.
  2. Enjoy Sydney's best vantage point to view the Opera House and Harbour Bridge up close. Learn about Mrs Macquarie and get a photo in her historic chair. Time for a short walk along the edge of Sydney's glistening harbour and sight Fort Denison and Garden Island Navy Base (15)
  3. We continue our tour of Sydney, travelling through the affluent Eastern Suburbs of Double Bay, Rose Bay, Point Piper and Watsons Bay, viewing grand houses with dazzling harbour views. We make several stops for photo opportunities, including a panoramic view of the city skyline. There is time a short walk at Watsons Bay (time and weather permitting) to see the entrance to the harbour from the Pacific Ocean, before heading south to Bondi Beach (15)
  4. Dig your toes into the soft sand of Australia's most famous beach, or stroll the beach promenade and watch Aussie surfers riding waves. You will have 30 minutes at leisure here. (30)
  5. We take a drive through one of Sydney's most popular public parks, where Sydney-siders gather and meet socially or for recreational sport, and exercise. Learn about the creation of this park and its importance. See the many varieties of bird-life around the lakes. The Park is only open during daylight hours, and begins closing just before sunset. (5)
  6. On our return to the city center we drive through the glitz and glam of Paddington, full of boutique shops and latest fashion. streets are lined with quaint terrace houses over a century old, full of character that is typical of the Victorian era.
  7. On our drive to Darling Harbour, we pass through China Town and Sydney's early market district. We stop at Darling Harbour, and learn of its early purpose, and how it has been transformed into an entertainment district, with many nice restaurants perched on the edge of the water. Time for a short walk before boarding your vehicle and concluding back at The Rocks. Those who wish to disembark at Darling Harbour may also do so. (10)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 14

Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley$702.69 · 9h · 5★

Indulge in a private full-day tour that features the celebrated wines and food of the Hunter Valley region. Learn about the wines as you enjoy tastings at several boutique wineries and sample regional goods such as artisan chocolate and gourmet cheeses. Lunch at a local boutique winery, as well a...

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  1. Binnorie Dairy Lovedale (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  2. Pokolbin (Stop: 90 minutes)
  3. Cafe Enzo (Stop: 90 minutes - Admission included)
  4. Hunter Distillery (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  5. Tulloch Wines (Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included)

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley$755.3 · 540 minutes · 5★ · 10 reviews

Tour the Hunter Valley in style on a private luxury tour of the region’s boutique wineries with an expert guide, generous wine tastings at 3 wineries. \n\nFor lunch, enjoy the flavours and aromas of the freshest local produce. Complete your day with sensational chocolate and wine pairing. \n

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  1. you will visit 2 premium boutique wineries where you have a generous selection of premium wine samples, and one of the winery staff explaining their vineyard and wine varietals. \nYour first winery will also provide a local cheese board.\nA selection of our preferred wineries includes Audrey Wilkinson, Pooles Rock, Charteris, Tyrells, Glandore Wines, or if you have a preference, please let us know! (120)
  2. Arrive at your lunch destination, Café Enzo located in a Tuscan inspired village among eclectic sandstone buildings in the heart of the Hunter Valley. With its unique ambiance and enchanting courtyard, you are invited to relax and let the world drift away whilst feasting on Italian delicacies with homemade and locally grown produce. Included with lunch is a glass of wine/beverage. (60)
  3. Next stop is at Glandore eastate. Nestled on the foothills of the Brokenback Mountain Range, blessed with unique terrior, and access to some of the regions 'old vines', their wines are perfectly crafted and known for remarkable character and intensity of flavour.\nYou will enjoy a delightful Wine & Chocolate Experience, a foray into the world of “degustation” . You will experience local made artisan chocolates as you partner each one with the mouth-watering flavours of Glandore Wines (60)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object] · Group size: up to 10

Sydney Combo: Morning Sightseeing to Bondi & Harbour Lunch Cruise$175.78 · 345 minutes · 4.71★ · 65 reviews

Proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour with maximum of 14 people per vehicle. \nWe are the only luxury small group operator in Sydney, with a fleet of Mercedes buses, featuring comfortable leather reclining seats.\nEnjoy the best value-for-money combo deal...

Itinerary

  1. Travel through the old town 'The Rocks' and learn fascinating history and stories of early European settlement and its convict beginnings. See many fine examples of well preserved early architecture, dating more than 200 years old.
  2. Enjoy Sydney's best vantage point to view the Opera House and Harbour Bridge up close. Learn about Mrs Macquarie and get a photo in her historic chair. Time for a short walk along the edge of Sydney's glistening harbour and sight Fort Denison and Garden Island Navy Base (15)
  3. We continue our tour of Sydney, travelling through the affluent Eastern Suburbs of Double Bay, Rose Bay and Watsons Bay, viewing grand houses with dazzling harbour views. We make several stops for photo opportunities, including a panoramic view of the city skyline. A short walk at Watsons Bay (time and weather permitting) to see the entrance to the harbour from the Pacific Ocean, before heading south to Bondi Beach (15)
  4. Dig your toes into the soft sand of Australia's most famous beach, or stroll the beach promenade and watch Aussie surfers riding waves. You will have 30 minutes at leisure here. (30)
  5. We take a drive through one of Sydney's most popular public parks, where Sydney-siders gather and meet socially or for recreational sport, and exercise. Learn about the creation of this park and its importance. See the many varieties of bird-life around the lakes. The Park is only open during daylight hours, and begins closing just before sunset. (5)
  6. On our return to the city center we drive through the glitz and glam of Paddington, full of boutique shops and latest fashion. streets are lined with quaint terrace houses over a century old, full of character that is typical of the Victorian era.
  7. On our drive to Darling Harbour, we pass through China Town and Sydney's early market district. We stop at Darling Harbour, and learn of its early purpose, and how it has been transformed into an entertainment district, with many nice restaurants perched on the edge of the water. Time for a short walk before boarding your vehicle and concluding at Circular Quay , Eastern Pontoon, to board the lunch cruise (10)
  8. After your morning Sydney Sightseeing tour concludes, you will be taken to Circular Quay to board your Lunch cruise from the Eastern Pontoon. Your lunch cruise is operated by Sydney Princess Cruises, boarding at 11:45am. The cruise includes a buffet lunch with beverage, and 2 hours cruising on the harbour, with expert live commentary. Your cruise will conclude back at the Eastern Pontoon at approx 2pm. (120)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 14

Private Tour: Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney$678.09 · 9h · 4.8★ · 35 reviews

Karyn was a fantastic tour guide! She was really fun and helpful for everyone, and her background on the history of the area really enriched our experience. Highly recommended. Thank you!

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  1. Calmsley Hill City Farm (Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included)
  2. Blue Mountains (Stop: 3 hours)
  3. The Three Sisters (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  4. The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains (Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included)
  5. Govetts Leap (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  6. The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden (Stop: 30 minutes - Admission included)

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

Private Luxury Tour: Sydney Sightseeing Experience$454.47 · 450 minutes · 4.81★ · 42 reviews

See the very best of Sydney on a private tour that takes in the city’s historic center and beaches, colonial heritage and natural beauty. Admire the historic sandstone buildings on Macquarie Street such as the Rum Hospital, Hyde Park Barracks ans St Mary's Cathedral. Visit a harbourside vantage p...

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  1. Visit the old Sydney town of The Rocks, where British settlement began, and hear stories of the old convict colony. See many examples of old historical buildings dating back over 200 years
  2. Visit the Sydney Botanical Gardens and Mrs Macquarie's Point, with Sydneys best viewpoint of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Learn about these famous icons of Sydney, and see a rare example of convict labour, Mrs Macquarie's Chair (15)
  3. Traveling through the affluent and wealthy region of the eastern suburbs, including Darling Point, Double Bay, Rose Bay and Watsons Bay. Edging the harbours shores, we will take several short stops for photo opportunities with views of the most splendid harbour in the world
  4. Visit Watsons Bay, a small fishing village locality, and views of the entrance to Sydney Harbour and The Gap. Time and weather permitting, there is an option for a short 15 minute coastal walk. (15)
  5. Visit Sydney's most famous beach, Bondi. We allow approximately 30 minutes for you to wander at leisure, admire the golden sands and bronzed Aussie surfers as they ride wave after wave. Dig your toes in the sand or simply relax and people watching and ocean viewing. (30)
  6. We take a drive through Centennial Park, Sydney's largest green space, with many lakes and ponds attracting and array of bird-life such as pelicans, black swans, cockatoos and more. Stop by the lake and hang out with the friendly birds. \nThe Park is only open during daylight hours, and gates begin to close just before sunset. (10)
  7. Drive through the tree-lined streets of paddington and Darlinghurst, filled with many century-old Victorian terraces and cottages. Once considered a slum, now a beutifully preserved piece of history and restored homes.
  8. Returning back to the city, we visit Sydney's entertaining and leisure playground, Darling Harbour, with many museums, Aquarium, animal park and an array of quality restaurants. Also, we drive through the newest urban precinct, Barangaroo, and home to Sydney's tallest building. Continuing on to Walsh Bay and the restored finger wharves, we drive under the Harbour Bridge, for another vantage point of the Opera House. (10)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 10

Private Luxury Tour: Sydney Sightseeing Experience$422.81 · 7h 30m · 4.7★ · 20 reviews

Discover Sydney’s history and colonial heritage along with its beaches and natural beauty on a private tour with your choice of half- or full-day tour. The half-day sightseeing tour takes in history along Macquarie Street and The Rocks, the iconic Sydney Opera House, scenic Watsons Bay, and Bondi...

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  1. Mrs Macquarie's Chair (Stop: 15 minutes - Admission included)
  2. Watsons Bay (Stop: 15 minutes)
  3. Bondi Beach (Stop: 30 minutes)
  4. Centennial Park (Stop: 10 minutes)
  5. Darling Harbour (Stop: 10 minutes)

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

Blue Mountains Wildlife Full-Day Sights and Hiking from Sydney$237.95 · 600 minutes · 4.7★ · 70 reviews

Travel to the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains in a luxury vehicle and see all the highlights of the Blue Mountains National Park. You'll enjoy morning tea at Calmsley Hill Farm and get up close and personal with Kangaroos, Emus, Koala, Wombats and bird life. See the Three Sisters rock format...

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  1. Visit Sydney's oldest working farm with animal encounters & morning tea/coffee. Meet our most famous animals, including the koala, wombat, emu, kangaroo and many more. get up close with the animals for photos and feeding. Many other farm animals throughout the property. (60)
  2. Arriving into the Blue Mountains National Park, we visit a selection of lookouts away from the large crowds. Our small luxury buses have the advantage of visiting the best locations of the canyons, valleys, and unusual rock formations. Some locations have options for short walks. (120)
  3. Visit one of the best vantage points of the most famous rock formation, the Three Sisters, where only the small tour buses can access. Hear about the legend of the rock formation and the aboriginal story of why we call them this. (20)
  4. We collect your picnic lunch which includes a wrap/sandwich, fruit, cake/banana bread and a bottled water. You then begin your hike of the Clifftop Track, stretching 3kms with views across the Grose Valley. The hike usually takes about 90 minutes to complete. This is a moderate to challenging hike which finishes with about 800 stairs to finish at Govetts Leap Lookout. We may decide to use an alternative track, should access or safety prevent us using the Clifftop Track (90)
  5. Visit one of the most captivating lookouts in the region, with a waterfall dropping a staggering 180 meters to the valley beneath. (20)
  6. On our return we visit the highest Botanical gardens in the country, you can stroll through the garden and admire the many cool climate species from around the world and across Australia.\nTime permitting we will visit a remote lookout enroute.\nGuests will be served a glass of sparkling wine (over 18's) or glass of orange juice, included in the tour. (30)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 14

Sydney Combo: Morning Sightseeing to Bondi & Harbour Lunch Cruise$163.54 · 5h 45m · 4.9★ · 12 reviews

NEW PRODUCT ARRIVED JUNE 2023. Enjoy the best value-for-money combo deal that offers the highlights of Sydney by land, and by harbour. The Morning Sydney sightseeing tour by land is operated by AEA Luxury Tours on a small group luxury tour bus limited to 14 people. You will see the best areas of ...

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  1. Mrs Macquarie's Chair (Stop: 15 minutes)
  2. Rose Bay (Stop: 15 minutes)
  3. Bondi Beach (Stop: 30 minutes)
  4. Centennial Park (Stop: 5 minutes)
  5. Darling Harbour (Stop: 10 minutes)
  6. Sydney Harbour (Stop: 2 hours - Admission included)

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney$195.45 · 10h · 4.6★ · 41 reviews

Leave the bustle of Sydney behind during a full-day tour of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Enjoy a picturesque morning tea picnic at Calmsley Hill before seeing the highlights of Blue Mountains National Park including the Three Sisters rock formation and Govetts Leap. Have the option t...

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  1. Calmsley Hill City Farm (Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included)
  2. Blue Mountains (Stop: 2 hours - Admission included)
  3. The Three Sisters (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  4. The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains (Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included)
  5. Govetts Leap (Stop: 20 minutes - Admission included)
  6. The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden (Stop: 30 minutes - Admission included)

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney$210.08 · 600 minutes · 4.51★ · 307 reviews

AEA Luxury Tours is the proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour with maximum of 14 people per vehicle. \nWe are the only luxury small group operator in Sydney, with a fleet of Mercedes buses, featuring comfortable leather reclining seats.\n\nHead for the hi...

Itinerary

  1. Visit Sydney's oldest working farm with animal encounters & morning tea/coffee. Meet our most famous animals, including the koala, wombat, emu, kangaroo and many more. get up close with the animals for photos and feeding. Many other farm animals throughout the property. (60)
  2. Arriving into the Blue Mountains National Park, we visit a selection of lookouts away from the large crowds. Our small luxury buses have the advantage of visiting the best locations of the canyons, valleys, and unusual rock formations. Some locations have options for short walks. (120)
  3. Visit one of the best vantage points of the most famous rock formation, the Three Sisters, where only the small tour buses can access. Hear about the legend of the rock formation and the aboriginal story of why we call them this. (15)
  4. If selecting the lunch option, lunch is a two course meal with 1 non alcoholic beverage, with a view over the Megalong Valley. lunch menu changes with the seasonal availability of food. A selection of options catering to most diets.\nIf selecting the no lunch option, there is a small cafe where you can purchase food at your own expense. (60)
  5. Visit one of the most captivating lookouts in the region, with a waterfall dropping a staggering 180 meters to the valley beneath. (20)
  6. On our return we visit the highest Botanical gardens in the country, you can stroll through the garden and admire the many cool climate species from around the world and across Australia.\nTime permitting we will visit a remote lookout enroute. (30)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Group size: up to 14

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