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Nick + Carer 10.08.19 – scenic Sydney trike tour

Previously Nick has taken trike rides with us. He absolutely loves being on the trike so his brother Ben organised the scenic Sydney trike tour. Nick has cerebral palsy and the trike is perfect for him. It is safe and stable with seatbelts for each passenger. Nick can sit in the middle behind the rider and hold on.

Kirribilli Loop

Craig picked Nick and his carer up from Kirribilli. Firstly, they enjoyed the beautiful view across Sydney Harbour to the Opera House. To the right, there is a wonderful view of the side and underneath of the Harbour Bridge.

Continuing on what we call “the Kirribilli Loop”, they rode under the north end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Similarly, this gives a very different perspective to the bridge from any other. They rode past the Luna Park entrance road and past North Sydney Olympic Pool before heading over the bridge.

Kings Cross

Next, they rode through Woolloomooloo and past the famous Harry Cafe De Wheels. Then they rode up into the infamous red light district of Kings Cross. Kings Cross is no longer what it was in its heyday, but it is still interesting to ride through.

South Head Peninsula

After that, they rode through the eastern suburbs of Rushcutters Bay and Vaucluse. Then they rode up the South Head Peninsula to the famous Watsons Bay, home to Doyles a famous fish and chips shop.

Near Watsons Bay is “The Gap”. It has wonderful views out to the Tasman Sea. Unfortunately, it is also called Suicide Gap as many people take their own lives here.

Bondi Beach and other eastern Sydney beaches

Then they rode back down the peninsula to the iconic Bondi Beach. They stopped for photos and to check out the view. Continuing on, they rode past the eastern beaches of Tamara and Bronte. This really was a scenic Sydney trike tour!

There was time to ride though the lovely Centennial Park. However, the 1.5 hours was just about up. So Craig rode them back over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and dropped them back at Jeffrey Street Wharf, Kirribilli.

In conclusion, the scenic Sydney trike tour was a huge success, Nick had a smile on his face the whole ride. https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/design-your-own-ride/

Alan, Joy + Oliver 04.08.19 – birthday celebrations trike tour

Michelle organised the Birthday celebrations trike tour for her family. Her son turned 13, her Dad turned 70 and her mother-in-law turned 60. She organised the ride as a surprise and the three passengers were very surprised but very happy!

The parents are visiting Sydney from South Africa, here to see family. They have been to Sydney before so Michelle thought the trike was a good way to experience more. However, they hadn’t seen the northern beaches before so we showed them around the Peninsula.

Craig picked them up from their hotel in the city. Firstly they rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is a view and an experience we never tire of. However, make sure you look up to see the arches in all their glory. They are wonderful to look at without the roof of a car blocking the view.

First stop was Jeffrey Street Wharf. Of course they had to stop for photos and to admire the gorgeous view. It is a spectacular view across Sydney Harbour towards the Opera House and the CBD. There is also an interesting perspective to the Harbour Bridge.

The Kirribilli Loop

They continued on, doing what we call “The Kirribilli Loop”. This takes us under the north end of the bridge. Pass by the entrance to Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

After that they rode through the northern suburbs of Neutral Bay and Mosman. Continuing down Military road, they rode past the lovely and well known Balmoral Beach. People from all over Sydney come here for a swim and a bite to eat.

Middle Harbour

Next, they rode over the Spit Bridge with it’s lovely views of Middle Harbour. Up into Seaforth for a beautiful view of Middle Harbour. After that they rode to Tania Park, part of Dobroyd Head. Another view we never tire of – the fabulous Sydney Heads – both north and south!

Palm Beach and Pittwater

After that, they continued up through the northern beaches peninsula and past some of the beautiful beaches. In addition, they got to see Palm Beach, of Home and Away fame, is a beautiful beach we admit. Similarly, Whale Beach next door is stunning. Craig showed the passengers all around the area including the stunning Pittwater. It is part of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

However, after a few photo stops and a walk around parts of the area, the 3 hours was up. It sure goes fast when you are having fun!

Craig dropped them off at Manly where all the family was meeting up. Manly is a good place to meet up, for instance, there is a large range of restaurants in Manly to choose from. In conclusion, the birthday celebrations trike tour was a huge success.
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Michelle wrote:
Hi Katrina,

They had an amazing time and my apologies for not writing sooner to thank you. Craig was outstanding. Yes of course feel free to add to social media.

I will do the reviews for you over the weekend. If I can work out how to tag you on Facebook in our photos I will do that too.

Kind regards,
Michelle

Marian 02.08.19 – 60th birthday Harley tour

The 60th birthday Harley tour was a huge success. We organised Marian’s gift voucher with some of her family. They knew she would be coming to Australia from the UK for a holiday.

However, we could tell she was a bit hesitant about the Harley tour. For instance, Marian kept asking questions and seemed to be trying to put off the Harley tour. No way!

We reckon her brother and family (who bought the Gift Voucher) and her husband Spud, made her do it. Well, they had to as it was her 60th birthday Harley tour present!

Phil the Harley rider wrote – “Marian is out from the UK with her husband Spud to visit her brother. She was a bit hesitant at first but in the end she loved it – it “exceeded all expectations” were her words”.

Phil picked Marian up from The Rocks, in Sydney. As often happens, the rider and the passenger(s) discuss the route. This time, they both decided the 3 Bridges tour was the ideal ride to do.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

So, after picking Marian up at the Rocks, he rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. As we keep telling everyone – look up! Without a roof blocking your view, you will really be able to appreciate the arches.

Jeffrey Street Wharf, Kirribilli

After that, they stopped at Jeffrey Street Wharf, Kirribilli on the north side of the Harbour Bridge. It has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD. A view we never tire of. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge.

They continued 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

It is 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. 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.

ANZAC Bridge

They continued on riding onto the incredible ANZAC Bridge – bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view. Riding into the city is always interesting, However, time was up. Phil dropped Marian back at The Rocks. She thought the 60th birthday Harley tour was fantastic, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about.
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In conclusion, 60th birthday Harley tour was a huge success, another “best birthday present ever”.

Testimonial

Hi Katrina,
I just wanted to let you know what a fantastic ride I had with Phil today. I was very nervous and he made me feel relaxed and safe. He was very friendly and knowledgeable.

The route was amazing, I saw so much. The ride exceeded my expectations and this was down to Phil and his gorgeous bike.
Will definitely be recommending this trip to any one visiting Sydney.

Thank-you so much for all your friendly help with the booking.
From a very happy
Marian

Patty + Carer 01.08.19 – Dobroyd Head trike tour

Patty is in a nursing home and a wish of hers was to go for a Harley ride. She isn’t capable of sitting on the back of a Harley but she can easily sit on the back of a trike. So we organised the Dobroyd Head trike tour which also included Manly.

Dobroyd Head

Craig picked Patty and a carer up from the nursing home in North Manly. Firstly they rode to Clontarf and then onto Tanya Park at Dobroyd Head. The view across Sydney Harbour to both the Heads is just stunning.

Manly, Freshwater, Curl Curl and Dee Why Beaches

Next they rode along the famous Manly Beach until they arrived at Freshwater Beach. Similarly, they rode past the beautiful beaches of Curl Curl and Dee Why beaches.

The northern beaches

We just love the northern beaches. However, the hour was nearly up so Craig rode them back to the drop off point at North Manly. In conclusion, the Dobroyd Head trike tour including some of the northern beaches, was a huge success.

The general manager of the nursing home wrote:
“Patty had a wonderful time , she has requested to have another ride soon.
Craig was great good all round.
Regards
Esther”

The general manager is giving all the affiliated nursing homes our details. The trike is perfect for those who have physical or mental disabilities. The trikes all have seat belts and we only use accredited, professional and safe riders.

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The Northern Beaches is an area in the northern coastal suburbs of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales. It is near the Pacific coast. This area extends south to the entrance of Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour), west to Middle Harbour and north to the entrance of Broken Bay.

We have many scenic tours all around Sydney, this is just an example of one of them. Similarly, we can adjust any tour to take you where you’d like to go.

Dallas + Stacy 31.07.19 – trike tour Eastern Sydney

Stacy organised the trike tour Eastern Sydney for his son. Dallas thought it was a great adventure and loved every moment of it.

Woolloomooloo

Craig picked them up from their hotel at the Rocks. Firstly, they rode through the city to Woolloomooloo. This was a slum but has been gentrified – anywhere next to the water is fashionable.

Infamous Kings Cross

Next they rode past the iconic Harry Cafe De Wheels and up into the infamous Kings Cross. It is still very interesting to ride through, with many things to look at. However, it is just not as risque as it was in its heyday.

From Kings Cross they travelled through the posh suburbs of Double Bay and Rose Bay. Some of the gothic architecture dates back to the 1870s. It is very unique and not seen anywhere else in Sydney.

Watsons Bay

They continued on into Watsons Bay. It is home to Doyles restaurant which is famous for its fish and chips. Also, have a look into the famous or you could say infamous ‘The Gap’.

Bondi Beach

After that, they rode to the very famous Bondi Beach and stopped for a look at the lovely view. Similarly, they rode south along the eastern Sydney beaches of Tamarama and Bronte.

Centennial Park

However, the 1.5 hours was nearly up so they rode through the huge but lovely Centennial Park. Craig then rode through the city before returning to their hotel. In conclusion, the trike tour Eastern Sydney was a fabulous experience and a very memorable adventure.
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Woolloomooloo is home to the Finger Wharf, known for its remarkable size. It is 400 metres (1,310 ft) long and 63 m (210 ft) wide and stands on 3,600 piles.

The Sydney Harbour Trust built the Finger Wharf, or Woolloomooloo Wharf, between 1911 and 1915 with the charter to bring order to Sydney Harbour‘s foreshore facilities.