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Tour guide in Sydney Simon R.
I'm Simon R., your private tour guide in Sydney
Guide #44475
G'day, my name is Simon and I was born and grew up in Sydney - a true local! Come on a journey with me to discover the famous harbour panoramas and iconic sites that Sydney has to offer and garner a deeper understanding of its unique and interesting history. Hear about our Aboriginal heritage, colonial past and multicultural society. I have over 50 years of local knowledge and will convey many stories and anecdotes outlining how our society and culture have evolved over that time. I am new to ToursByLocals but have been a Sydney ecotourism guide for over 4 years. I can cater for up 10 travellers and use a spacious 12-seat 2024 Toyota Hiace vehicle on all my tours. Ideally, your visit to Sydney would be a 4-7 day adventure but for those with limited time I would recommend: 1. either a Half Day Sydney City Highlights tour or the Best of Sydney in a Day and a 2. Blue Mountains & Kangaroo/Koala Experience These tours will cover the essentials and offer great memories from your time in Sydney. Of course, each group is unique, having different interests and tour expectations. All my tours are customisable, so please feel free to ask questions about locations or activities that may interest you. For CRUISE VISITORS, I can offer you shore excursions with time flexible schedules. Pick up and drop off at your ship's port terminal or agreed location. I am a full-time guide, extremely flexible and dedicated to what I do. It's the people that make every single tour a unique experience. I look forward to introducing you to one of the great modern and diverse cities of the world. Australia Quality Tourism accreditation Ecotourism Tour Guide Licensed Bus Operator for 12 seat Toyota Hiace or 20 seat Coaster vehicle Bachelor of Economics Australia Wide First Aid Certification My tours are not suitable for children under 3 years of age I do not take tours inside the Sydney Opera House
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70 reviews
- Jeannette L.April 2026
Had a terrific day tour with Simon to Featherdale and the Blue Mountains in April 2026! He was very knowledgable about the animals in the park and the best place to stop in the Blue Mountains. Would highly recommend!
Replied from Simon R.
Thank you Jeannette for such a great review. It was my pleasure to take you across Sydney and into the mountains. I hope you continue to enjoy your travels to Cairns and Uluru. All the best, Simon.
- Brett B.April 2026
This was a fun tour with Simon! We went all over Sydney and the wildlife park was wonderful. He is a great guide and very knowledgeable about Sydney and Australia.
Replied from Simon R.
Thank you for the great review Brett. I hope you had a memorable time in Sydney and Australia, all the best, Simon.
- Ben B.April 2026
What an unforgettable day the three of us had exploring Featherdale Wildlife Park and the breathtaking Blue Mountains! Simon’s knowledge is exceptional, and his personality makes the entire experience even more enjoyable—engaging, personable, and full of great stories. His lunch recommendation in Leura was spot-on and added a perfect local touch to the day. Simon was...
Replied from Simon R.
Thank you Ben for such a great review. It was my pleasure to guide you through the wildlife park and into the Blue Mountains. I hope the sunny weather follows you as you journey north. All the best for the rest of your cruise, regards Simon.
- Chris T.March 2026
Simon gave us a memorable & wonderful tour of Australian wildlife & Blue Mountains. He knows the background & story of the animals & birds in the Wildlife Park well & can summon some birds to come to him. Fascinating & knowledgeable guide!
Replied from Simon R.
Thank you Chris for such a great review. It was my pleasure to take yourself and Doris through the wildlife park and into the mountains. I hope you enjoyed your extra day in Sydney and your visit to Melbourne. All the best, Simon.