Leonie and Daryl came to Sydney for a short holiday, from northern NSW. Leonie contacted us two days before they set off. She wanted to organise a surprise Beach Beauty tour for her husband. We found out all the information we needed and organised a trike rider. We can’t always do it with such short notice but usually we can. It’s worth asking us.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Our trike rider Craig, met them at their hotel in the Sydney CBD. Firstly, they rode around The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest historical area, located directly under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, in the centre of the city.

Next, they rode across the iconic 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. This lead to Jeffrey Street Wharf in Kirribilli. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent.

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.

Taronga Zoo and Georges Head

Driving along the backroads of the inner north shore, they rode past Taronga Zoo. If you are lucky, you can see koalas eating and sleeping in their enclosure. This road stops at Bradleys Head, another place with wonderful views across the harbour to the Opera House and Sydney CBD.

Riding further along, they stopped at George’s Head. Leonie and Daryl got off the trike and walked down to point to take photos. So far, the surprise Beach Beauty tour was a success. Continuing on, they rode past the lovely posh Balmoral Beach. Everyone who comes here loves it! Crossing the Spit Bridge was next, this is always fun. The lovely views of Middle Harbour and hundreds of yachts are hard to forget.

The Spit, Tania Park and Arabanoo lookout on Dobroyd Head

Then into the northern beaches suburbs of Seaforth and Clontarf before stopping off at Tania Park. Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head offers fantastic views over to North Head and South Head and the expansive Pacific Ocean.

The trike tour continued on to Manly. They rode past the famous beach and then up past the northern beaches of North Curl Curl, Dee Why, Long Reef and more. Once they got to Narrabeen, they rode around Narrabeen Lake and down the whole length of Wakehurst Parkway. The speed limit is slightly higher than usual so a chance to rev the engine!

However, the 3 hours was almost up. So Craig crossed back over the Spit Bridge and the Sydney Harbour Bridge before dropping them back off at the hotel. The surprise Beach Beauty tour was a real surprise and a huge success as you can see by their smiles! https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/the-beach-beauty/
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Our customer Hanaa contacted us to organise a surprise trike ride in the Blue Mountains. She wanted to do something special for her nieces so we organised the Megalong Valley trike tour.

Springwood

We found a place in Springwood, where the passengers and trike rider could all safely meet up. It was a total surprise and one they loved. The family thought it was hilarious as the girls had been trying to guess what was happening, what they were going to be doing. Their guess was an afternoon of ceramic pottery tutoring. They were thinking that would have been as exciting as watching grass growing! Then they were freaking out as to what their Aunty really was up to. ???

Megalong Valley

Our trike rider Max, found the passengers at the prearranged pick up spot. He rode along the Great Western Highway, up the Blue Mountains. Instead of going to all the touristy places (which we love), he kept going to the picturesque Megalong Valley.

After almost an hour of riding, they stopped to eat at Megalong Tea rooms. So far, the Megalong Valley trike tour was fun and the best surprise! Our customer and son followed the trike and they all met up for lunch. After a relaxing pick me up lunch, they piled back on the trike and Max rode back down the Blue Mountains. He dropped them back at their car in Springwood. The Megalong Valley trike tour was a huge success.

Testimonial

Hi Trevor and Katrina 

Thank you so much! They were so happy and had the best time. They said the Max was awesome and I can’t wait to organise my bday now!! yehhhhhhhh!! I asked them to write a review on your page for you guys. Once again thank you, speak to you soon in regards to rebooking.

Enjoy your weekend.
Hanaa

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Megalong Valley

The Aboriginal word megalong means ‘valley below the cliffs’. The fabulous Cox’s River passes through the valley, and it is via this river in 1818, Thomas Jones was believed to be the first European visitor to the area. Thomas Jones ventured into the valley to explore its natural vegetation.

Josephine’s partner bought her the Sydney Harley tour present. She had always wanted to go on a Harley so he thought it would make a great present. He was right!

Our Harley rider Jungle, picked her up from our pick up point at Circular Quay. Her partner and children came with her to Circular Quay and wandered around the area while she went on the ride. Josephine didn’t mind where they went, she just wanted to ride. So, they did the 3 Bridges tour, Jungle’s favourite and one of our most popular tours.

Iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, they rode through the city and over the iconic 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.

Kirribilli

Next, after riding across the Harbour Bridge 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 Harley tour present was a success.

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.

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, time was nearly up so Jungle rode through the city and dropped Josephine back off at CQ. She thought the 3 Bridge trike tour was fantastic, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about. Her partner was happy because she loved it – a great Sydney Harley tour present. Josephine now has a crush on Fatboy Harleys and is going to watch the Terminator 2 movie. Arnie rides a Fatboy in it!
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Dimity rang wanting to organise a surprise for her children. She wanted to organise a school holiday trike ride but she wanted it to be a surprise. Yes, we can easily organise a surprise. We are experts at surprises after all the experience we’ve had. ?

After organising a pick up point north of the bridge, our trike rider Craig met them there. The parents dropped them off, waved them off and drove to the drop off point. Firstly, they rode to Jeffrey Street Wharf where they stopped for photos. What a perfect day and a perfect view!

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

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.

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. So far, the school holiday trike ride was a huge success!

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.

As they had time to spare so Craig road down Sussex Street and the Rocks via Hickson Road. The kids definitely saw a lot!

However, time was nearly up so Craig rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and dropped them at the Commodore Tavern, McMahons Point (north Sydney). Their parents were there waiting. They all thought the school holiday trike ride was fantastic, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about. The parents were happy because the kids had a fun and memorable experience during the holidays. https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/three-bridges-trike-tour/

Michelle didn’t mind where she went, she just wanted to ride! She lives half way up the mountain so we organised with her to do the Blue Mountains Harley ride. Our rider Wayne picked Michelle up from her home.

Wentworth Falls Lookout

Firstly, they rode to the Wentworth Falls Lookout. Beautiful views of the Blue Mountains National Park and Mount Solitary can be seen from here. Riding further up the Blue Mountains, they rode the back way, the scenic way.

The Three Sisters

This took them through Leura to Katoomba and The Three Sisters at Echo Point. Wayne and Michelle rode around the area, checking out the other beautiful sights and points of interest. So far, the Blue Mountains Harley ride was going well.

Great Western Highway

However, the two hours was almost up so Wayne rode them back along the Great Western Highway. It’s a good road to ride on a Harley or any motorcycle because it has curves and bends. A great way to really feel the Harley move beneath you.

In conclusion, the Blue Mountains Harley ride was a huge success. Michelle loved every second of it and the fact Wayne picked her up from home, made the whole experience so easy.

World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park – information

The world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park is a protected national park. It is located in the Blue Mountains region of NSW. The 267,954-hectare (662,130-acre) national park is situated approximately 80 kilometres (50 mi) west of Sydney. Interestingly, the park boundary is quite irregular as it is broken up by roads, urban areas and inholdings. Despite the name ‘mountains’, the area is an uplifted plateau, dissected by a number of larger rivers. Mount Werong is the highest point in the park at 1,215 metres (3,986 ft) above sea level; while the low point is on the Nepean River at 20 metres (66 ft) above sea level as it leaves the park.

In 2000, the national park was inscribed to form part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Greater Blue Mountains Area. On 21 May 2007, the Greater Blue Mountains was one of 15 World Heritage places included in the National Heritage List. The Blue Mountains National Park is the most central of the eight protected areas within the World Heritage Site and it forms part of the Great Dividing Range. The park is also listed on the Australian Heritage Register. Also, the overall complex of Blue Mountains regional walking tracks is listed on the State Heritage Register.

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