Racegoers Harley transfer tour – Race Goers 01.04.23

The racegoers Harley transfer tour was organised by Matt for himself and 4 mates. In Sydney to have a holiday and win big at the races, they thought it would be fun to get there by Harley. It was! Unfortunately, it was raining but they still had fun and enjoyed the tour. We picked them up from the Coogee Bay Hotel and dropped them off at Randwick Races via Bondi Beach.

Coogee Beach

The name Coogee is taken from a local Aboriginal word koojah which means “smelly place” owing to the amount of seaweed that can collect on the beach. But daily beach cleaning by Randwick City Council staff keeps the beach in pristine condition year-round.

Coogee Bay Hotel

Firstly, our Harley riders met up with the passengers at the Hotel. For 150 years, Coogee Bay Hotel has hugged the stunning coastline of Coogee Beach. There’s always been a playground in these heritage buildings. Coogee Bay Hotel was a school in the 1860s, before conversion to a hotel in 1873. Now it is a local favourite which brings visitors and locals together (from their website).

Bronte Beach and Tamarama Beach

Next, they rode north to Bronte Beach and then further north to the tiny but picturesque Tamarama Beach. It’s lovely to look out to the South Pacific Ocean from any of the beaches. So far, the racegoers Harley transfer tour was interesting, scenic and fun!

Bondi Beach

Further north they came to the famous Bondi Beach. Here they stopped for photos (where this photo was taken) and why not with this view! On the left of this photo is the the world famous tower of the Bondi Lifeguards of the Bondi Rescue TV series. They stopped at the famous Bondi Beach for photos. When in Sydney it is one of the places you should visit. The beach is seriously nice (but not our favourite) and we usually stop near the lifeguard station, made famous by the TV series “Bondi Rescue”. Bondi Beach is one of the most visited tourist sites in Australia. Bondi Beach is recorded by the Australian Museum that Bondi means place where a fight using boondi sticks (nullas nullas or fighting sticks) took place.

Waverley

Next, they headed south west through Waverley. It’s a posh, historic suburb. Waverley takes its name from a home built there in 1827. It was named Waverley House, after the title of the owner’s favourite book, Waverley, by author Sir Walter Scott.

Centennial Park

Finally, they rode through the huge Centennial Park, it is a lovely experience, they stopped for photos at one of the ponds. 120 fields and venues, and 35+ different sports played in the Centennial Parklands. It is the largest community sports precinct in Australia! The history is also interesting: “Originally a swamp and then set aside as land for the water source for Sydney. Centennial Park was reconstructed as a public park and opened in 1888. Sir Henry Parkes’ vision was to create a ‘People’s Park’ in which the citizens of Sydney could ‘take in the air’ away from the Sydney town centre.”

Randwick Racecourse

Finishing the Harley tour at Randwick Racecourse was fun except for the heavy rain! The racecourse dates back to 1833. Until then, Hyde Park in Sydney’s centre had been the main city venue for races. Dedicated ground was needed to accommodate racing’s enormous popularity and in January 1833, Governor Bourke designated land on Botany Rd, Randwick, for use as a racecourse.

In conclusion, the racegoers Harley transfer tour was a lot of fun, even in the rain. It was a good start to a great day of entertainment and excitement.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randwick_Racecourse

Harbour Bridge trike tour – Christine + Lorna 28.03.23

The Harbour Bridge trike tour was organised by Bryce for his mum and sister. They have come from the UK to visit him. Our trike rider picked them up at Revesby, rode through the city, to Kings Cross, Mrs Macquarie’s Point, across the Harbour Bridge to Kirribilli, Blues Point, Gladesville Bridge and back to Revesby. It’s amazing what was fitted into the 2.5 hours!

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“They definitely loved their last day experience and I will be more than happy to provide a recommendation post.  

They are currently in the air so I can’t contact them but don’t think they would have an issue with a picture being posted. I will confirm with them when they land so should be back in contact within 48 hours.

Thanks so much for all your help arranging. I know it ended up being a bit of a last minute decision to book but they totally enjoyed. I think they even managed to have the luck with the weather as it was much better biking weather today compared to yesterday. And it sounds like they were treated to a proper tourist experience.

Bryce

Revesby

Revesby is 22km south-west of the Sydney CBD. The suburb was named in 1913 in honour of Sir Joseph Banks, the botanist who sailed with Captain James Cook on the Endeavour, when he reached the east coast of Australia in 1770. Banks had inherited his father’s estate of Revesby Abbey, in Lincolnshire, England, so he was known as the Squire of Revesby.

Kings Cross

Firstly, they rode through the south-west suburbs of Sydney to the infamous Kings Cross, though it has calmed down a lot since it’s heyday – home of the famous and huge Coca Cola sign. Kings Cross is also home to nightclubs and ladies of the night though it is not nearly as raunchy as it was in the 1970s (apparently).

Woolloomoolloo

Next, they rode through the inner eastern suburb of Woolloomoolloo and past the famous Harry Cafe De Wheels. Harry’s Café de Wheels has been serving customers for over 80 years. They make delicious pies, hotdogs and more. From here, one road led to Mrs Macquarie’s Point.

Mrs Macquarie’s Point

Along Art Gallery Road, past the Royal Botanical Gardens to Mrs Macquarie’s Point was next. It has beautiful views looking west towards the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. They ride past Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Mrs Macquarie’s Chair is an exposed sandstone rock cut into the shape of a bench, on a peninsula in Sydney Harbour. It was hand carved by convicts in 1810, for Elizabeth Macquarie, the wife of Major-General Lachlan Macquarie, Governor of NSW. The Art Gallery of NSW is also along this road, it’s beautiful historic sandstone buildings were built between 1896 and 1909.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Riding over the Sydney Harbour Bridge is always fun. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. It’s nicknamed ‘The Coathanger’ because of its arch-based design. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world. This bridge is the eighth longest spanning-arch bridge in the world and the tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 m (440 ft) from top to water level. It was also the world’s widest long-span bridge, at 48.8 m (160 ft) wide, until construction of the new Port Mann Bridge in Vancouver was completed in 2012.

Kirribilli

Then they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos. So far, the Harbour Bridge trike tour was a huge success.

The Kirribilli Loop

Next, they rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

Blues Point Reserve

Continuing on, they rode on through Milsons Point, did a left hand turn and rode up a few streets. This lead to Blues Point Reserve. The views over Blues Bay towards the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the CBD are just stunning. All the more stunning because of the lovely weather. Another perfect place for photos.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

Across the Fig Tree Bridge which opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

However, almost 2 hours was up. Time flies when you’re having fun! So Syl, rode back through the south western suburbs of Sydney to their house at Reevesby. In conclusion, the Harbour Bridge trike tour was a lot of fun and very scenic. Our passengers saw many of the icons of Sydney and other parts most tourists do not see.

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private couple trike tour – Charlie + Joel 28.03.23

The private couple trike tour was organised by Joel. All our tours are private, meaning there will be no strangers on it with you. They drove to Milsons Point where our trike rider picked them up. The wanted to do the 3 Bridges tour.

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“10/10 absolutely wonderful ride with Brian. Very friendly, knowledgeable , safe and just awesome.
Will definitely recommend to friends and family.”

Joel

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“Yesterday was just awesome !! Couldn’t fault it one bit. 

Brian was an outstanding host and extremely friendly,great rider, safe and just plain fantastic!!! 

Thanks so much please pass on my feedback to Brian also :)”

Joel

Kirribilli

Firstly, they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

Next, they rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

They continued riding on through North Sydney and Crows Nest before joining River Road. It is a fun road to ride on. River Road leads to Burns Bay Road which, in turn, leads to another bridge but not one of the main three.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

Continuing on, they rode over a small bridge with views. The Fig Tree Bridge opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run. So far, the private couple trike tour was a great experience.

ANZAC Bridge

Our favourite bridge is the ANZAC Bridge. We think it is incredible, a work of art and design. It is main bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view.

Most noteworthy, the stay cable design concept development and final design for the new bridge were carried out by the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW. Finally, the bridge was opened to traffic on 03 December 1995 as the Glebe Island Bridge.

The bridge was given its current name on Remembrance Day in 1998 to honour the memory of the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (known as Anzacs) who served in World War I.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Finally, they rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it is the main bridge #1. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. It’s nicknamed ‘The Coathanger’ because of its arch-based design. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world. This bridge is the eighth longest spanning-arch bridge in the world and the tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 m (440 ft) from top to water level. It was also the world’s widest long-span bridge, at 48.8 m (160 ft) wide, until construction of the new Port Mann Bridge in Vancouver was completed in 2012.

However, the 1 hour was up so Brian dropped them back at their car in Milsons Point. In conclusion, private couple trike tour was a big success and a lot of fun. They saw so much that the average traveller to Sydney doesn’t.

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Sydney holiday trike tour – Lisa + Kevin 25.03.23

The Sydney holiday trike tour was a highlight of their time here. Our trike rider picked them up from their hotel in the Sydney CBD and dropped them back there after the tour.

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Hi Katrina,
Omg we both loved it so much wanted to do another ride straight away ????❤️. Yes please post away, will definitely do a great review!

We can’t wait to do another ride next time we are in Sydney! Thanks again and please pass it on to Brian.
Thanks again
Lisa ????

Opera House + Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, they rode to the Sydney Opera House. We can’t get very close but we know some good angles which give some great scenic views. Then it was over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. It’s nicknamed ‘The Coathanger’ because of its arch-based design. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world. This bridge is the eighth longest spanning-arch bridge in the world and the tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 m (440 ft) from top to water level. It was also the world’s widest long-span bridge, at 48.8 m (160 ft) wide, until construction of the new Port Mann Bridge in Vancouver was completed in 2012.

Kirribilli

Next, they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. So far, the Sydney holiday trike tour was a lot of fun and very scenic.

Blues Point Reserve

Continuing on, they rode on through Milsons Point, did a left hand turn and rode up a few streets. This lead to Blues Point Reserve. The views over Blues Bay towards the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the CBD are just stunning. All the more stunning because of the lovely weather. Another perfect place for photos.

St Mary’s Cathedral and Woolloomooloo

There was still some time left over, so they rode back over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Through the city and past St Mary’s Cathedral which is very impressive, even when riding past. It’s a Gothic Revival architectural building which opened in 1928. It took from 1866 to 1928 to build and has a height of 75m. Next, they rode through the inner eastern suburb of Woolloomoolloo to the famous Harry Cafe De Wheels. Harry’s Café de Wheels has been serving customers for over 80 years. They make delicious pies, hotdogs and more.

However, the hour was almost up, so Brian rode past the Domain and dropped them off at their hotel.

In conclusion, the Sydney holiday trike tour was a big success. Feel the Freedom!

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Uncle and Aunt trike tour – Kyla’s 25.03.23

The Uncle and Aunt trike tour was organised as a surprise by Kyla, their niece. Paul, the uncle, is really bike mad so she thought it would be a fun and memorable experience. They are from the UK so this sure was a way to make sure their holiday was the best! Our trike riders picked them up from their hotel in the CBD and dropped them off at Manly. Here they could have lunch and catch the ferry back into town.

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“I arranged a trike tour as a surprise for my bike mad Uncle who was visiting from the UK. Two trikes arrived noisily at our hotel and my uncles face lit up. He couldn’t believe it when I told him they were our ride to Manly! Uncle loved every moment to it, and we got some amazing photos that will be treasured for a lifetime.


He said it was the highlight of the weekend for him.


Thanks to Brian and Dean who succeeded on getting my aunt up onto a trike, despite her current mobility challenges. The ride meant she was able to see parts of Sydney she would never have otherwise seen.
Fantastic experience and worth every cent!”
Kyla

Opera House + Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, they rode to the Sydney Opera House. We can’t get very close but we know some good angles which give some great scenic views. Then it was over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. It’s nicknamed ‘The Coathanger’ because of its arch-based design. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world. This bridge is the eighth longest spanning-arch bridge in the world and the tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 m (440 ft) from top to water level. It was also the world’s widest long-span bridge, at 48.8 m (160 ft) wide, until construction of the new Port Mann Bridge in Vancouver was completed in 2012.

Kirribilli

Next, they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

Blues Point Reserve

Continuing on, they rode on through Milsons Point, did a left hand turn and rode up a few streets. This lead to Blues Point Reserve. The views over Blues Bay towards the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the CBD are just stunning. All the more stunning because of the lovely weather. Another perfect place for photos.

lower North Shore suburbs

Continuing east, they rode through Cremorne, Mosman and down past the Taronga Zoo to Bradleys Head. Make sure you look for the koalas eating and sleeping in the gum trees. So far, the surprise Uncle and Aunt trike tour is a huge success, very interesting and fun.

Bradleys Head and Balmoral Beach

Similarly, Bradleys Head has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the CBD. Riding on, they rode past the lovely posh Balmoral Beach. Everyone who comes here loves it! Balmoral Beach is not so well known by visitors and tourists, but the stunning natural beauty of the beach and surrounds make it well worth a visit. Crossing the Spit Bridge is fun, it has great views of Middle Harbour.

After Balmoral Beach they continued on past, Seaforth and Clontarf before stopping at Tania Park. Tania Park is on Dobroyd Head with stunning views looking across Sydney Harbour and through North and South Heads. Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head is named in honour of Arabanoo, the first Aboriginal man to live among European settlers. It’s a great spot for whale watching, offering views over North and South Head and the Pacific Ocean. This is where the photo was taken.

Manly + Queenscliff

Then it was down the hill into Manly. They rode past Manly Beach and up past Queenscliff, which is really northern Manly. Up to Curl Curl to see one of our favourite beaches. However, the 1.5 hours was almost up so Brian and Dean dropped them off at Manly Beach. There is a long restaurant strip here.

In conclusion, the surprise Uncle and Aunt trike tour was a big success. Our passengers saw areas of Sydney that they had never been to before. Feel the Freedom.

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time out trike tour – Gabriella + Shane 25.03.23

The time out trike tour was just what was needed. Both our passengers work long hours and don’t get much time to just relax. Gabriella has done a few trike tours with us over the last few years, mostly she went with her mum who loves the trike tours. She has also been on a Harley, just herself, which helped clear the cobwebs and feel better again. This time she took her partner.

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Hi Katrina, 

We had fantastic time!

Shayne thoroughly enjoyed the ride and found it so relaxing because he hasn’t really had any time out to do like this. He said thank you and he would love to do another one!

Thank you for pictures, brilliantly done.

Kind regards 
Gabriella 

Inner Sydney suburbs

Our trike rider picked them up from an inner suburb of Sydney and took them on a tour along the coast of the eastern suburbs. Firstly, they rode through Surrey Hills to Bondi Beach. This route took them past the lovely Moore Park and Centennial Park.

Moore Park

Moore Park was founded as a recreation ground in 1866 to assuage pressure from the people of Sydney for a public space for outdoor activities and organised sports. The park quickly became the focus for major sporting events and entertainment facilities with the founding of Sydney’s first Zoological Gardens on the site in 1879 (the zoo included a bear pit and elephant house), the construction of the Royal Agricultural Society Showground, and the opening of the Australian Golf Club’s first course in 1882.

Centennial Park

Moore Park adjoins Centennial Park. Riding through the huge Centennial Park, it is a lovely experience, they stopped for photos at one of the ponds. 120 fields and venues, and 35+ different sports played in the Centennial Parklands. It is the largest community sports precinct in Australia! The history is also interesting: “Originally a swamp and then set aside as land for the water source for Sydney. Centennial Park was reconstructed as a public park and opened in 1888. Sir Henry Parkes’ vision was to create a ‘People’s Park’ in which the citizens of Sydney could ‘take in the air’ away from the Sydney town centre.”

Bondi Beach

Further east they came to the famous Bondi Beach. home of the world famous tower of the Bondi Lifeguards of the Bondi Rescue TV series. When in Sydney it is one of the places you should visit. The beach is seriously nice (but not our favourite) and we usually stop near the lifeguard station, made famous by the TV series “Bondi Rescue”. Bondi Beach is one of the most visited tourist sites in Australia. Bondi Beach is recorded by the Australian Museum that Bondi means place where a fight using boondi sticks (nullas nullas or fighting sticks) took place.

Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly

Riding further south, along more beautiful, though possibly less well known, beaches. The suburb of Tamarama has a small ocean beach about 1 kilometre south of Bondi Beach and a couple of hundred metres north of Bronte Beach. It is an extremely narrow beach and deceptive for its size. Tamarama Beach is often referred to as Glamarama (or Glamourama), owing to the alleged abundance of glamorous people who sunbathe (often topless), on what must be one of the smallest strips of sand in the state (Wikipedia). So far, the trike tour for surprise birthday is a huge success.

Bronte Beach sits on Nelson Bay, surrounded by Bronte Park. Bronte offers scenic cliff-top walking paths south to Coogee via the Waverley Cemetery and north to Tamarama and Bondi Beach. Clovelly Beach is a small and tranquil beach located at the end of a narrow bay. All these beaches are beautiful and great places to swim. So far, taking the time out trike tour was so worthit. The passengers were having fun and had seen many beautiful sights even with the grey sky.

Coogee

Next is Coogee Beach where they stopped for a coffee and a stretch. Another beautiful beach and slightly more famous than the previous beaches, due to a well know hotel in Coogee. The name Coogee is said to be taken from a local Aboriginal word koojah which means “smelly place”. Another version is koo-chai or koo-jah, both of which mean “the smell of the seaweed drying” in the Bidigal language, or “stinking seaweed”, a reference to the smell of decaying kelp washed up on the beach. Coogee was gazetted as a village in 1838. The first school was built in 1863, and the building was converted into the Coogee Bay Hotel in 1873 (Wikipedia).

Maroubra

The next beachside suburb they rode through was Maroubra. It is a local Aboriginal word meaning place of thunder. In 2006, Maroubra Beach became the second Australian beach to be named a National Surfing Reserve. Maroubra Beach stretches for approximately 1 km on Maroubra Bay.

Little Bay

The little known Little Bay area was first used as a sanitation camp during Sydney’s smallpox outbreak in 1881–82, to isolate the healthy contacts of sufferers of the disease. Also, bubonic plague in Sydney of 1900 and then again when soldiers returning from Europe brought the influenza virus back in 1919. Little Bay was an ideal location because it was isolated from settlements but still close enough to Sydney.

La Perouse

This beautiful peninsula in Sydney’s southeast is where Captain Arthur Phillip’s First Fleet initially landed in 1788, before deciding to settle at Sydney Cove. La Perouse is named after a French explorer who arrived in Botany Bay a week after the First Fleet. Nearby is the 1880s-built Bare Island Fort, which you might recognise from the Tom Cruise film Mission Impossible 2.

However, the 2 hours was three quarters of the way through, so Brian turned around and headed “inland” back to their home. On conclusion, the time out trike tour was just what they needed. To forget about life for a while, relax and have some fun while doing so.

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Harley trike travel group – Trusted Travel 24.03.23

We have done quite a few of these Harley trike travel group tours. We organised 2 trikes and a Harley for the passengers, the Harley for the staff member and the 2 trikes for the travel group. We picked them up from their hotel in Darling Harbour and took them on the 3 Bridges tour.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, they rode through the city and over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passenger to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. It’s nicknamed ‘The Coathanger’ because of its arch-based design. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world. This bridge is the eighth longest spanning-arch bridge in the world and the tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 m (440 ft) from top to water level. It was also the world’s widest long-span bridge, at 48.8 m (160 ft) wide, until construction of the new Port Mann Bridge in Vancouver was completed in 2012.

Kirribilli

Next, they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

Blues Point Reserve

Continuing on, they rode on through Milsons Point, did a left hand turn and rode up a few streets. This lead to Blues Point Reserve. The views over Blues Bay towards the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the CBD are just stunning. All the more stunning because of the lovely weather. Another perfect place for photos.

They continued riding on through North Sydney and Crows Nest before joining River Road. It is a fun road to ride on. River Road leads to Burns Bay Road which, in turn, leads to another bridge but not one of the main three.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

The Fig Tree Bridge opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run. So far, the Harley trike travel group tour was a great experience.

ANZAC Bridge

Our favourite bridge is the ANZAC Bridge. We think it is incredible, a work of art and design. It is main bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view.

Most noteworthy, the stay cable design concept development and final design for the new bridge were carried out by the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW. Finally, the bridge was opened to traffic on 03 December 1995 as the Glebe Island Bridge.

The bridge was given its current name on Remembrance Day in 1998 to honour the memory of the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (known as Anzacs) who served in World War I.

However, the 1 hour was up so the riders dropped them back at their hotel. In conclusion, the Harley trike travel group tour was a big success and a lot of fun and a huge surprise. They saw so much that the average traveller to Sydney doesn’t.

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beaches birthday Harley tour – Abigail 23.03.23

The northern beaches birthday Harley tour was a present from Shelley to herself for her birthday. What a great idea! Our Harley rider picked her up from her hotel at Manly.

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“Thanks so much for taking me to the Northern Beaches & North Head this afternoon. Really enjoyed it ????.
Was a birthday present for me! Thanks again
Best regards”
Shelley

North Head

Firstly they rode to North Head. North Head has ocean views and a spectacular panorama of the harbour and Sydney skyline. Situated on the northern-most edge of the harbour within sight of Hornby Lighthouse on South Head.

Manly

Then, they rode past the main beach of Manly. Manly has several claims to fame; it was the birthplace of surfing in Australia, the first place to legalise all-day bathing in 1903 and one of the world’s first Surf Life Saving clubs. Manly Beach was the location for the first World Surfing Championships held in 1964.

Freshwater, Curl Curl, Dee Why etc

Next, they rode past the famous and iconic Manly Beach. This leads past Queenscliff, which is really northern Manly. Then they rode past Freshwater, Curl Curl, Dee Why and Long Reef. All such beautiful beaches.

Narrabeen Lagoon

They rode via Narrabeen Lagoon (also referred to as Narrabeen Lake) is Sydney’s Northern Beaches largest estuary system located just behind the world famous surfing beach at Narrabeen. It is a haven for wildlife. So far, the Sydney’s northern beaches Harley tour was a lot of fun. For instance, Shelley has seen so many of the beautiful places many visitors or locals to Sydney don’t get to see.

“Home and Away”

Then the tour went via Bilgola Plateau, Clareville, Careel Bay and Avalon before reaching Whale Beach. Between Whale Beach and Palm Beach is the Palm Beach Bible Garden. It has spectacular views over Palm Beach. After a stop for coffee, a stretch and a look at the view, they headed to Palm Beach. It is the home of the long running TV series “Home and Away”.

Pittwater

After that, they turned right and headed along Mona Vale Road, Terry Hills. Certainly, this meant they would have new scenery and new roads to ride on.

Wakehurst Parkway

They did a big loop as this joins the Wakehurst Parkway. We love the Wakehurst Parkway because the legal speed is faster than most Sydney limits.  

Oxford Falls

After riding along a part of it, they rode up the Parkway to Oxford Falls. The Oxford Falls are two waterfalls on Middle Creek, which flows north to meet Oxford Creek. Meandering Creek flows into Middle Creek. Garigal National Park borders the suburb, to the north. However, the 3 hours was almost up so it was through the northern suburbs and back to Manly. In conclusion, the northern beaches birthday Harley tour was a lot of fun and a memorable experience, a great Christmas present!

Therefore, contact us about this tour or any other tour on our website. We also do bespoke tours so if you have an idea that’s not on our website, let us know. Organise a route incorporating your ideas is easily done.

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bucket list christmas gift – Janie + Margaret 18.03.23

The bucket list christmas gift was from Margaret’s son and daughter-in-law. They live on the opposite side of the country but wanted to give her something fun and memorable. So they contacted us and we arranged a Gift Voucher to be given to Margaret at Christmas.

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“Mum had an awesome time and Syl was fantastic.

Thank you for making Mum’s Christmas and bucket list amazing.

Kind regards,”
Janie

Castle Hill

Our rider Syl, picked our passengers up from Margaret’s home on Castle Hill. This area has a lot of convict and first settler history. There are quite a number of Heritage listed buildings. Some famous people have lived here (or still do): Patrick White, a deceased Nobel Prize-winning novelist, playwright, poet, short-story writer, essayist. He lived in Castle Hill for eighteen years after World War II.; Ray Warren – sports commentator, nicknamed “Rabbits” or “Rabbs”.; Georgia Garnett – Greater Western Sydney AFL Women’s player.

Kellyville

Firstly, they rode through the suburb of Kellyville. 36 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, Kellyville’s origins as a landmark date to at least 1810 with the grant of land and the 1820s construction of the White Hart Inn. The foundations for the Inn remain.

Vineyard

Continuing on, they rode through Vineyard. This suburb takes its name from the vineyards in this area, since this suburb was originally part of Windsor’s winegrowing district.

The first vineyard was set up by John Paul Ouvrier (he changed his name from “Jean Pierre Ouvrier” to John Paul when he became a Naturalised Australian citizen in 1860), who had immigrated from France with his 2 sons around the 1830s.

McGraths Hill

After almost 20 kms, they rode through McGraths Hill. It is named after James McGrath, an Irish convict transported to Australia aboard the Hercules in 1802, who purchased property in the area around 1813. So far, the bucket list christmas gift was fun and informative.

Tebbutt’s Observatory

Finally, they arrived at Peninsula House and Tebbutt’s Observatory, this is a heritage-listed residence and former observatory. The observatory was built in 1845 by John Tebbutt. It was added to the NSW State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999. John Tebbutt (1824-1916) was born at Windsor, educated locally and developed an interest in astronomy. He was inspired by his school teacher, Edward Quaife, who encouraged him. He became passionately interested in mechanical objects and “celestial mechanisms”, gradually accumulating instruments and experience. Tebbutt bought his first instrument, a marine sextant, in 1853. He achieved international fame when he was the first to discover the “Great Comet of 1861“, announcing his discovery of one of the finest comets on record. In 1862 he refused the position of Government Astronomer for New South Wales because it meant leaving Windsor.

There is so much more information about the observatory online. For a small entry fee, you can have a look inside (check the opening hours before rocking up).

However, the hour was almost up so Syl turned around and took them to Rouse Hill. Here they were dropped off at The Fiddler where they met family and friends. Lunch and relaxing afternoon was to follow. In conclusion, the bucket list christmas gift was a huge success – a lot of fun, memorable and unique. Feel the Freedom!

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surprise cruise ship transfer – Aaron + Warren 17.03.23

The surprise cruise ship transfer was organised by Aaron for his dad. His dad is going on a cruise so Aaron thought it would be a fun way to start the holiday.

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“We had the best time and Dean aka Fox, was absolutely amazing. Such a gentleman and a real pleasure to talk to.”
Aaron

Raby

Fox picked the passengers up from the Dad’s home in Raby. Raby is about 55kms south west of Sydney, near Campbelltown. Raby took its name from Raby Road. In 1976, the Geographical Names Board of New South Wales approved the name ‘Raby’.

Prestons

Firstly, they rode through Prestons. Prestons was named after a local Irish family who in the 1910s ran a small post office. The family’s maiden name was Preston and they were well known for being friendly and helpful to the small community, donating food and household items to those in need. Hence, their name became synonymous with the post office and in 1972, it officially became the name of the suburb

Liverpool

Riding on, they rode through the well known suburb of Liverpool. It is one of the oldest urban settlements in Australia, founded on 7 November 1810 as an agricultural centre by Governor Lachlan Macquarie. Until the 1950s, Liverpool was still a satellite town with an agricultural economy based on poultry farming and market gardening. However, the urban sprawl of Sydney across the Cumberland Plain soon reached Liverpool, and it became an outer suburb of metropolitan Sydney.

Milperra

Next, they rode through the infamous Milperra. In September 1984, on Father’s Day, members of rival motorbike gangs the Comanchero and the Bandidos had a showdown in the car park of the Milperra Viking Tavern, which is technically located in Revesby. This altercation has since been called the ‘Milperra Massacre’. Unfortunately, six bikies (bikers) and a 14-year-old girl were killed. So far, the surprise cruise ship transfer was very interesting and fun.

Bankstown

Opened in 1966, this suburb has been expanded a number of times. Bankstown is the seat of major industry including the aviation, engineering and maintenance at Bankstown Airport. In addition, the area Bankstown was named after Sir Joseph Banks, who travelled to Australia with Captain James Cook in 1770.

Ashfield

After that, it was into the inner west suburb of Ashfield. Ashfield’s population is highly multicultural. Its urban density is relatively high for Australia, with the majority of the area’s dwellings being a mixture of mainly post-war low-rise flats (apartment blocks) and Federation-era detached houses. Amongst these are a number of grand Victorian buildings that offer a hint of Ashfield’s rich cultural heritage.

White Bay Cruise Terminal

After riding through more of the inner west suburbs of Sydney, they arrived at the White Bay Cruise Terminal. It’s about 6kms west of the Sydney CBD. It opened on 15 April 2013 as a replacement for Wharf 8 on Darling Harbour which closed to make way for the Barangaroo development. The terminal building was constructed within and amongst a twin-beam gantry structure originally constructed in the 1960s for gantry cranes for container use.

However, the 1.5 hrs was up and they had reached their destination. In conclusion, as the review said, they loved their trike tour and the surprise cruise ship transfer was a success.

Thanks to Wikipedia for the information about the suburbs.

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