Meera gave the 60th present 3bridges tour to her husband. After all, you only turn 60 once! They live out of Sydney so caught the train in to Circular Quay. Our trike rider Steve met them there. We emailed a map before hand so they knew exactly where to meet.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, they rode 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.

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.

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 60th present 3bridges tour was a huge success.

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 hour was up so Steve dropped our passengers back at Circular Quay. The passengers thought the 60th present 3bridges tour was fantastic. A fabulous birthday present they could share and a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about. https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/three-bridges-trike-tour/

Kaelie has always wanted to go on the back of a Harley. So Steve, her husband, organised a birthday surprise Harley ride. After all you only turn 50 once! We were to keep the drop off point a surprise as well. She had no idea where her party was going to be held. We did remind Steve that Kaelie has to wear a helmet. If she has spent hours at the hairdresser she may not want to put a helmet on.

Steve said it was a dress up party and Kaelie was dressing up as Wonder Woman, wearing a wig. So the helmet was not a problem. Sounds like a great party!

However, on the Sunday night it was pouring down with rain. Both Kaelie and us decided to postpone to the following day. It was a good call. Monday was a beautiful sunny warm day.

Cronulla Beach

Our Harley rider Phil picked her up from her home at Bexley. She didn’t care where she went, she just wanted to ride. Phil drove her to Cronulla Beach. It’s a nice ride following Rocky Point Road over the Captain Cook Bridge. Then the road turns into Tarens Point Road. Turn left somewhere and you’d hit either Greenhills Beach, North Cronulla Beach or South Cronulla Beach. So far, the birthday surprise Harley ride was one of the best presents ever!

They rode past some of the scenic areas and stopped for a couple of photos. However, half of the hour was already up so Phil turned around and they rode back to Kaelie’s place.

In conclusion, the birthday surprise Harley ride was a huge success (as was the party) ?. Steve wrote:

Hi Katrina.
Thanks for the photos. Kaelie had a great time with Phil. We are still recovering from the party which is a good sign. Yes ok to post on social media. I will also do a review ASAP.
Cheers Steve

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School teachers birthday tour was organised by Lynda and the Ladies. A couple of the ladies are turning 60 years young and they all wanted to celebrate. They all live approx 1.5 hours out of Sydney so they drove in and parked in Balmain. Our two trike riders, Steve and Syl, picked them up at a prearranged point in Balmain.

The five lovely ladies hopped aboard and off they rode. The main attraction they wanted to see, and experience, was the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Firstly, our riders drove over the flyover and onto the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This is always a fun part. 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. 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. Then, it was back over the bridge to the Botanical Gardens.

Mrs Macquarie’s Point

It’s nice riding past the Royal Botanical Gardens to Mrs Macquarie’s Point. This area 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. So far, the school teachers birthday tour was interesting as well as fun.

Continuing on, they rode past the amazing building of the Art Gallery of NSW. Next, it was 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. Next they rode through 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).

However, the 1.5 hours was almost up – time flies when you’re having fun! So our riders rode through the city and dropped the passengers back in Balmain. Here they were going to continue the celebrations by eating lunch. In Balmain there are so many nice cafes and restaurants to choose from. They didn’t want photos on our website or social media, so we have used a totally different tour photo. In conclusion, the school teachers birthday tour was a huge success.
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Maria bought the Harley tour as a Christmas present for her husband. She and her husband decided to make a surprise for their daughter. So, they changed it into a Harley and trike tour. Michael went on the Harley and Maria and Stephanie rode on the trike.

Our Harley rider Phil and our trike rider Steve, met them at The Glenmore Hotel in The Rocks.

Mrs Macquarie’s Point

Firstly, they rode through the city and past the Royal Botanical Gardens to Mrs Macquarie’s Point. 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.

Continuing on, 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. Next they rode through 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).

Then it was through the eastern suburbs of Sydney, including the Bays: Rose Bay, Double Bay and Rushcutters Bay. Next the riders usually stop at Bondi Beach for photos and so our passengers can have a proper look at the beach.

Bondi Beach, Tamarama and Bronte

Next, it was fun riding past the famous Bondi Beach. In this area, onlookers always seem to wave. 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. So far, and the whole way, the a Harley and trike tour in Sydney was a huge success.

Then, they rode past more of the lovely eastern beaches – Tamarama and Bronte. Tamarama is an eastern beachside suburb of Sydney, in NSW. It is affectionately nicknamed Glamarama (or Glamourama), as it is a beach where wannabe trend setters come to sunbathe and swim or simply try to be seen. ?

Centennial Park

Next, they rode through the lovely Centennial Park. 120 fields and venues, and 35+ different sports played, Centennial Parklands 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.”

Oxford Street

Oxford Street, home of great fashion and jewellery designers. The western section is widely-recognised as Sydney’s main gay district.

However, the hour was almost up. Steve and Phil rode our passengers back to the hotel. In conclusion, the a Harley and trike tour in Sydney was a huge success. A real surprise for Stephanie, our passengers loved every second of the experience. #feelthefreedom https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/the-city-viewer/

Victoria used us in August last year, for another birthday surprise trike tour. For her 11 year old son. This year it was another of her children’s birthday so she and her husband decided to organise another trike. All the kids had a great surprise, not just the birthday boy!

West Pennant Hills

Our trike rider Steve, met the family at their home in West Pennant Hills. There were 6 passengers so they went in 2 x groups of 3. It didn’t matter where we took them, it was for the experience more than the places we rode through. Our riders didn’t want to sit in traffic with the passengers, it’s not much fun. So they headed north, away from the city.

Koala Park

Firstly, they rode past the Koala Park, through Cherrybrook, Dural and Middle Dural. Continuing on, they rode to Glenorie via the Old Northern road. However, the hour was over half way done. The riders turned around and rode back down via to Galston. This was along Arcadia Rd and Galston Road returning to West Pennant Hills and home.

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Glenorie history

Located on the Old Northern Road, a historic road built by convicts between 1825 and 1836 to link early Sydney, in the Colony of New South Wales, with the fertile Hunter Valley to the north. Glenorie was originally part of Dural and later known as North Dural. The name caused confusion for the post office and in April 1894, local resident William Black offered the Colony’s Postmaster General two names: Hazeldore and Glenorie. The name Glenorie was accepted because it had the support of the local progress association. Glenorie was named after a known and popular town in Scotland.

North Dural Post Office opened on 1 August 1894 and was renamed Glenorie on 1 October 1894.