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Canberra Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Sydney

(18 Reviews)
  • Departs from Sydney
  • 12 hours

 

Highlights

  • Discover Canberra’s top landmarks including Parliament House, the Australian War Memorial and Lake Burley Griffin
  • Go behind the scenes at the Royal Australian Mint and see how Australian coins are made
  • Enjoy an all you can eat international buffet lunch while exploring Australia’s capital city

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What to expect

Sample itinerary:

7:00am
Depart Sydney and begin your journey to Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Sit back and enjoy the changing scenery as you travel south from Sydney.

11:00am
Arrive in Canberra and begin with a scenic drive through the city. Discover Canberra’s distinctive design, impressive avenues and unique embassy buildings, while taking in the carefully planned architecture of Australia’s capital.

11:30am
Visit the Royal Australian Mint and discover how Australia’s coins are produced. Get an inside look at the fascinating coin making process, learn more about Australia’s numismatic history and have the opportunity to create your own personalised uncirculated coin as a memorable souvenir.

12:00pm
Enjoy an all you can eat international buffet lunch, included as part of your tour.

1:30pm
Visit the iconic Parliament House, one of Canberra’s most recognisable landmarks and the centre of Australian democracy. Explore this impressive building and learn more about the country’s political history and parliamentary system.

2:30pm
Continue exploring some of Canberra’s most important landmarks and attractions. See Lake Burley Griffin, the scenic centrepiece of the city, visit the Captain Cook Memorial, learn about the planning and creation of Canberra at the National Capital Exhibition, and experience the moving Australian War Memorial, dedicated to those who served Australia in times of war and conflict.

4:00pm
Begin your return journey to Sydney after a full day exploring the highlights of Australia’s capital.

7:30pm
Arrive back in Sydney.

 

 

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5.0/5
Based on 18 reviewsRead all reviews
Ryan

For anyone who’s interested in the Capital of Australia, this tour is for you! Our guide Alfie welcomed us on board, as soon as we got on the road Alfie gave us a very informed breakdown of what we would be doing on the tour. He was brilliant from start to finish, he had a great knowledge of the capital & its history. We visited the Capital Exhibition, The parliament, the war memorial & in between we stopped off for a fantastic lunch. If you’re interested in history, politics & Australia at large this tour is for you. Huge credit to Alfie, He made the tour fun, energetic, engaging & was more than happy to accommodate everyone on board. Thanks for a great tour! I will be recommending it to my friends who will be travelling to Australia soon.

Will

So glad to have booked the tour when I did. The transport was cozy and stopped at all the key landmarks in Canberra which for me was alot more convenient for a trip like this compared to flying there. We even went inside the Memorial Museum and saw incredible exhibits from WWl, WW2 and Afghanistan. Our guide Yan was so friendly to talk to, he was absolutely amazing super patient and told us interesting backgrounds about the city and the sites. Super fluent in English and Chinese and our group got along really well and was hard to say goodbye. Commend his driving too and wish him all the very best in his future trips.

What you need to know

Included in your tour

  • Air-conditioned Coach Transfer to Canberra and Return
  • Professional driver guide touring
  • Travel through the picturesque NSW Southern Highlands
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Special Bonus : enjoy a fully inclusive all you can eat international buffet lunch

Extra

  • Personal Expenses
  • Travel Insurance

Time and Departure Location

Meeting points:

Sydney City – Central Station – Western Concourse – Coach Bay 8/9
Sydney City – Furama Hotel Darling Harbour

There are 2 meeting points for this tour. Please choose where you would like to be picked up.

Check availability to see starting times.

Important Information

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • There are 2 meeting points for this tour. Please choose where you would like to be picked up.

  • You will receive details including your guides name and contact details the day prior to your tour. Please provide a phone number to receive a message on.

What To Bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes

Cancellation Policy

  • A 95% refund will be offered for customer-requested cancellations made up to 6 days prior to travel, with a 5% non-refundable administration and booking fee retained. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
  • Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
  • Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction

Frequently asked questions

Is one day enough to see Canberra from Sydney?

Yes. This tour is designed to give you a well-rounded introduction to Australia’s capital in one organised day. You’ll experience Parliament House, the Royal Australian Mint, lakeside landmarks and the embassy district, with coach transport, commentary and lunch already arranged.

How long is the tour from Sydney?

Plan for a full day of approximately 12 hours. Departure is around 7am, with the return to Sydney usually around 7pm to 7.30pm, depending on traffic and operating conditions. The comfortable coach journey gives you time to relax between Sydney and Canberra.

Which attractions do we enter during the day?

You’ll step inside the Royal Australian Mint and Parliament House, then enjoy sightseeing and photo opportunities around Lake Burley Griffin and the Captain Cook Memorial. On the standard itinerary, the Australian War Memorial is viewed from the exterior while your guide shares its history and significance.

How much walking is involved?

Walking is generally light to moderate, mainly between the coach and the public areas of Parliament House, the Royal Australian Mint and selected viewpoints. There are no long hikes or steep trails, and you can explore each stop at a comfortable pace.

Is the tour suitable for children and older travellers?

Yes. The air-conditioned coach, regular sightseeing stops and limited strenuous walking make this a comfortable way for families and older travellers to discover Canberra. It is a long day with an early start and evening return, so the full-day timing is the main consideration.

What type of vehicle is used?

Transport is in an air-conditioned coach, with a mini coach sometimes used for smaller departures. Group size varies with demand and is usually limited to around 50 guests, creating a friendly group atmosphere while keeping the journey comfortable.

Does the tour operate in wet weather?

Yes. The tour operates in most weather, and the mix of comfortable coach travel and visits to Canberra’s national buildings keeps the day enjoyable when conditions change. The guide may adjust the order of stops or time outdoors to suit the weather.

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Jennifer

Group Traveller

An excellent trip. Alfie taught us lots of facts and was a pleasure to listen to.

August 20, 2025

Mono

Group Traveller

Friendly and relaxed tour. Lunch was delicious

August 19, 2025

Kay

Group Traveller

Thanks to our driver/guide, Yan, the journey and the tour of Canerra was interesting and fun. Plenty of information and it was lovely to hear his own experience of Canberra. It was useful to know what was coming next, details of what to expect and how long we had at each stop. Yan kept us on time without making us feel rushed or hassled.

August 8, 2025

Chetan

Group Traveller

excellant tour organised. very punctual. Tour guide Mr Elfy was very vibrant with cooperation level to Max. Very knowledgable with sweet vouce, having acting credentials. Except legroom in bys, everything was at par.

August 7, 2025

Vivek

Group Traveller

Alfie was an excellent tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and friendly. He is an asset to your company and he definitely deserves a pay raise.

July 22, 2025
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