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Travel agent Harley recce – Recce 01.12.23

The Travel agent Harley recce was organised by our customer. They are a travel agent and their customers were out from India to look around Sydney. This is with the view of organising a Harley and trike ride for a large group next year. After a few changes of pick up, our two Harley riders met the passengers at a winery at Moore Park.

Centennial Park

Firstly, they rode through the city and into the huge Centennial Park, always is a lovely experience. 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.” This photo was taken here.

Queens Park

Next, was Queen’s Park. It is a 26-hectare urban park, set in a natural amphitheatre at the foot of dramatic sandstone cliffs, with panoramic views of the Sydney region. It’s right next to the famous Centennial Park so they rode through it. Already, the travel agent Harley recce was showing the passengers some very interesting places.

Bronte + Tamarama

Travelling east, they rode to Bronte Beach. It 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.

Riding north, along more beautiful, though possibly less well known, beaches, they arrived at the suburb of Tamarama. It 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).

Bondi Beach

Next, they drove past the world famous Bondi Beach to the south side. Looking from the two ends of the beach give a different perspective. This is the beach where Bondi Lifeguards of the Bondi Rescue TV series is filmed. 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.

However, the hour was almost up so our riders dropped the passengers at the pre-organised place at Bondi Beach. In conclusion, the travel agent Harley recce was a success – you can see by their smiles that they had a great Harley Davidson ride and saw so much. Feel the Freedom! Design your own tour!

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tour Sydney Harbour Bridge – Izzy + Jackson 30.11.23

The trike tour Sydney Harbour Bridge, is a good one. There is nothing like riding over the famous bridge, especially with no roof to ruin the view! Our passengers are from Hobart, Tasmania and just up here for a very short breakaway. What better fun can there be than a ride with us! Our trike rider picked them up from their hotel in the Sydney CBD.

The Rocks

Firstly, they rode through the city to the most historic place in Australia, the Rocks. It is a neighbourhood of historic laneways in the shadow of Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Rocks became established shortly after the colony’s formation in 1788 so it is the oldest residential, developed area in Australia – the birthplace of modern Sydney. With the arrival of European settlers in 1788, it was here that the convicts first set up house and shop.

Harbour Bridge Southern Side

Along Hickson Road was next, and under the southern end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. What a wonderful view!

Barangaroo

Thirdly, they rode past the comparatively new development of Barangaroo. A spectacular transformation from a disused container terminal on the edge of Sydney’s CBD into a spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct. This leads into the Rocks which is the birthplace of modern Sydney.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Next, 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. 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.

McMahon’s Point

Continuing on, they rode on through Milsons Point, did a left hand turn and rode up a few streets. This lead to McMahon’s Point. 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, it’s where this photo was taken.

Admiralty House

Second stop was Admiralty House in Kirribilli. It is the Sydney residence of the Governor-General and one of the most historic and important residences on Sydney Harbour. The house – originally called ‘Wotonga’ – was built in the mid 1800’s.

Kirribilli House

Next, they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. So far, the trike tour Sydney Harbour Bridge has shown the passengers some beautiful views while having fun.

Jeffrey Street Wharf

After that, it was 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.

However, the hour was almost up. So they rode back over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, through the city a different way and back to the hotel. In conclusion, the trike tour Sydney Harbour Bridge, was a lot of fun, informative and memorable. Feel the Freedom! For some tour ideas, check here!

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trike and Harley tour – Bawri Family 26.11.23

This Indian family organised the trike and Harley tour with us. One trike for the parents and 2 Harleys, one for each son. We picked them up from Circular Quay (emailed a map and instructions of 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. 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. It’s where this photo was taken.

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. So far, the trike and Harley tour was already so much fun.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

The first bridge is a small bridge – the Fig Tree Bridge. It 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 – from the west to the city (or vice versa).

Bay Run

Next they did a detour off the main arterial road through the inner west suburbs of Rozelle, Lilyfield, Haberfield, Five Dock and Drummoyne. They followed part of the Bay Run. It is a 7km long (4.3 mi) shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians that encircles much of Iron Cove. It never deviates more than 20m from the water so the views are pretty nice.

ANZAC Bridge

Riding over our favourite bridge, the ANZAC Bridge, is an experience. 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 our Harley Davidson and trike riders dropped them back at Circular Quay. In conclusion, the trike and Harley tour was a big success and a lot of fun and very memorable. They saw so much that the average traveller to Sydney doesn’t.

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Santa shopping centre parade – Santa 25.11.23

We have done the Casula Santa shopping centre parade for quite a few years. Our trike rider meets Santa and Mrs Claus near the shopping centre.

“The driver will be asked to collect Santa from a nearby park and then take a short drive through the streets to the shopping centre where he would arrive to join our Parade marshalling point outside. Santa will then head inside with the parade. It would be great if the driver could hang around for a bit of a photo opportunity with anyone that is interested in looking at / photographing with the vehicle.”

For sure, we can do that again! The Santa shopping centre parade was fun and a success. Santa and Mrs Claus took the trike in the parade. Way easier than taking the reindeers!

Casula

Firstly, some info about Casula. It is 34 kms south-west of the Sydney CBD. It was first settled by agriculturalists in the nineteenth century, among them Richard Guise, who named his farm “Casula”. The area became dominated by poultry farming, market gardening and fruit growing. Another notable farm was Glenfield Farm, which dates from circa 1817.

Santa’s Parade

Then, our trike rider met the parade, and Mr and Mrs Claus, well before the parade started. Everyone was organised and the parade did the slow crawl around the block. They ended up at the entrance to the shopping centre where the people and of course, Mr and Mrs Claus went inside. The trike and rider waited outside while people took photo with it.

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“Thanks for being apart of our magical day.” We will be there next year!

In conclusion, it was a successful Santa shopping centre parade. Design your own tour / event!

Photo by Mark Edmonds Productions Pty Ltd, who put the whole parade/event together.

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Harley Davidson joy ride – Nikki 22.11.23

Nikki did a Harley Davidson joy ride with us before, back in July. This time it was still a joy ride! Pick up was at Circular Quay. We will email a map where to meet.

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“Always such a pleasure, and like Phil, Pat’s another asset to Troll Tours. I’ll be having my Harley therapy until I’ve been through every motorcycle in your garage, then I’m going to start all over again. Haha, hope you don’t mind but I DON’T want those photographs on social media. Good photographs though. Mum will no doubt want to frame one to fit with the chronology of me and my motorcycles over the years, always around them from young.” Nikki

Mrs Macquarie’s Point

Firstly, they rode to Mrs Macquaries Point which has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour. From here, look towards the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. They stopped for photos and a look at the gorgeous view. Mrs Macquaries Point is a peninsula which was named in 1810 after Elizabeth, Governor Macquarie’s wife. Luckily, being the bosses wife, she could order a seat to be chiselled into the rock from which she could view the harbour. Mrs Macquaries Chair, as it’s known, is still here today. It’s in the Domain but is effectively an extension of the Botanic Gardens.

Woolloomooloo, Harry’s and Garden Island

Next, not far from the city, is the inner eastern suburb of Woolloomoolloo. Woolloomooloo is known for Finger Wharf, an old cargo dock that attracts a trendy clientele with fine dining, hip bars and water views on all sides. It also has the famous Harry Cafe De Wheels which has been serving customers for over 80 years. They make delicious pies, hotdogs and more. Lots of interesting photos are on the walls, mostly of famous celebrities who have visited over the years. They rode past Garden Island which is the location of a major Royal Australian Navy base. Then it was up the hill and into Potts Point.

Kings Cross

Continuing on, 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).

Eastern suburbs

They headed east through the posh suburbs of the eastern suburbs of Sydney, including the Bays: Rose Bay, Double Bay and Rushcutters Bay. So far, the Harley Davidson joy ride was another success, so fun and informative.

Bondi Beach

Next, they rode east to the world famous Bondi Beach to the south side. Here, there is a lovely view overlooking the whole of Bondi Beach. This is the beach where Bondi Lifeguards of the Bondi Rescue TV series is filmed. 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.

However, time was almost up so our Harley Davidson rider rode back to Circular Quay. He dropped Nikki off here so she could explore the city. In conclusion, the Harley Davidson joy ride was fun and just what the passenger wanted. .

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