Walk the Light
Sydney, Australia
From EUR 0.00
Office phone number: +61 (0) 414 983 091
Walk the Light
Sydney, Australia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Join a guided walk and experience the light side of Sydney! Our local guide will delve into the stories behind the buildings of Vivid Light, including the Sydney Opera House and Customs House, and the oldest suburb in Sydney, The Rocks.
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Highlights
- Check out the nighttime artistic extravaganza of Sydney’s Vivid Light festival
- Join locals as they wander Circular Quay during the city’s brightest party
- Hear the stories behind iconic sites such as the Sydney Opera House and Customs House
- Discover the oldest neighbourhood in Sydney: The Rocks
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting point:
Circular Quay, Wharf No. 6
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- Starting time: 6.00 PM
- Ending point:
Circular Quay
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Vivid Light is one of the most exciting festivals to fall on Sydney. After dark, the city’s famously photogenic harbourfront transforms into an open-air art gallery, with a wonderland of light art sculptures, innovative light installations, and grand-scale projections blasted on downtown buildings.
It’s the largest festival of its kind in the world, which is what makes it awesome… but also a bit frustrating. It’s easy to just follow the mob and wander aimlessly — which is why we’re going to give you the local treatment! Don’t get lost in the crowd of thousands; instead, join our local guide as they show you the hidden and lesser-known installations down back alleyways and around dark corners.
Vivid Light takes place all around Circular Quay and The Rocks, two of the most famous districts of Sydney, both bursting with stories to be told. So, in addition to checking out the fabulous installations of Vivid, we’ll share the tales that have shaped these areas. As you check out some of the coolest light-themed artwork in the world, you’ll also learn the history behind the district, and discover how Sydney became the place it is today.
Come hear the stories behind the festival and the history of this region on a two-hour walking tour that gives you a local’s look at Vivid Light.
Photo credit: Destination NSW
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable footwear for walking.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the meeting point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 inclusively are permitted at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +61 (0) 414 983 091
Email address: info@sydneyurbanadventures.com
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