Flourish Sydney Opera & Harbour Adventure

Thursday 16 April – Sunday 19 April 2026

Join us for a long weekend in Sydney filled with iconic sights, VIP experiences, and fabulous new friendships! Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, this curated Flourish Adventure promises unforgettable memories.

Thursday 16 April 2026 – Arrival Day

Arrive in Sydney at your leisure and make your way to our beautiful, centrally located Sydney Harbour Hotel. The location for our trip is the best it can get. As the site of the first European settlement in Australia, the Rocks is known for its cobbled streets, heritage-listed sandstone buildings, and significant colonial history, alongside a vibrant contemporary scene with dining, markets, and outdoor events. The area offers stunning views of the harbour and is a hub for both tourists and locals, featuring museums, historic pubs, and a range of shops. Our trip officially starts at 5pm with a welcome drink in the bar, but feel free to arrive earlier and tick off a Sydney bucket list activity of your choice!

After our welcome drink, we’ll head out for dinner - we have a fabulous rooftop restaurant booked where you can order a pub meal whilst overlooking the harbour (own cost) Can't get to Sydney by 5pm? You are welcome to meet us somewhere later in the night or just join the group at breakfast on Friday.

Friday 17 April 2026 – Opera & Manly Adventure

After breakfast (included), we’ll wander from our Hotel to one of Sydney's most famous pattiserie. Feel free to grab some morning tea before we head to Observatory Hill - taking in the view of the Harbour and checking out the Rocks area - there will be more time for shopping tomorrow. Next we head to the Sydney Opera House for a guided tour, discovering fascinating stories behind this world-famous landmark – from its architectural secrets to tales of its performers and history. Our tour includes lunch and a drink in one of the three venues outside the Opera House - you choose your favourite and soak up the atmosphere with your new friends before heading back to the hotel to freshen up for the main event.

: Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Botanical Gardens.

We will arrive at the show in style - by catching the water taxi from Circular Quay direct to the gate for the show. Our Platinum tickets include pre-show drinks and canapés – feel like a VIP as you bypass the pop-up bars and enjoy private facilities. Then settle into your seat for the show, with more drinks and canapés at the interval. This outdoor concert is an outdoor all-weather event, so bring a poncho just in case! After the show and fireworks, we can grab a nightcap on our way back to the hotel.

Saturday 18 April 2026 – Rocks & Sunset Cruise

After breakfast, we’ll take a guided walking tour of The Rocks, uncovering the stories of early Sydney life and its colonial past.

 Afterwards, explore the famous Rocks Market, browse the amazing stalls, and maybe pick up some unique souvenirs to take home. BYO lunch today.

In the evening, we’ll frock up and take to the seas as we board a sunset cruise – including snacks and drinks – for perfect photo opportunities of Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Luna Park. Toast your new friends as the sun sets on our last night together. We’ll return at 7:30pm, leaving the rest of the evening free for you to explore Sydney at your leisure - perhaps grab a cocktail at one of the many bars in the Circular Quay and Rocks area.

Sunday 19 April 2026 – Departure

After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends. Fly home whenever you like, or take the chance to take part in your own adventure – perhaps a Bridge Climb, shopping spree, or a visit to the famous Bondi Beach.

What’s Included

• 3 nights accommodation in a single or twin room at the centrally located boutique Harbour Rocks Hotel

• Breakfast each day at the hotel

• Welcome drink at the hotel bar

• Sydney Opera House Guided Tour plus lunch and wine

• Water taxi to Phantom of the Opera show.

• Platinum Phantom of the Opera ticket with VIP pre-show and interval drinks & canapés

• Rocks Guided Walking Tour

• Visit to the Rocks Market and free time for shopping

• Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise including drinks & canapés

• The chance to make new friends and enjoy amazing experiences

• Your host Jacqui, who organises everything for you – all you have to do is arrive in Sydney and leave the rest to me!

Pricing

• Single Room per person plus all listed inclusions $2449

• Twin Room per person plus all listed inclusions: $1950

A $350 deposit is required at time of booking with the balance due in January 2026 (an invoice will be sent to you for the balance on receipt of your deposit)

What’s Not Included

• Flights to and from Sydney

• Transfers from airport to hotel

• Meals and drinks unless specified

• Travel insurance (highly recommended)

• Shopping money

• Public transport fees unless specified

  
  

Good to Know

• This trip involves a fair amount of walking and stairs (especially at the Opera House). A reasonable level of fitness and good mobility is required.

• Phantom of the Opera is an outdoor, all-weather concert in the Botanical Gardens. Ponchos are recommended. Comfy clothes and shoes are a must, despite the temptation to dress up!

• A minimum number of tickets must be sold for this trip to go ahead – please do not book flights until I have confirmed minimum numbers have been met.

• Tickets are limited to 20 ladies – this trip will sell out fast!

• No refunds due to advance supplier payments. Travel insurance covering illness or cancellation is strongly recommended.

  
  
  
  

About our Hotel - Sydney Harbour Hotel

Our hotel is perfect positioned to explore Sydney and beyond. Discover unparalleled convenience at Sydney Harbour Hotel, ideally located in The Rocks near Circular Quay. Immerse yourself in the allure of Sydney’s iconic landmarks from our hotel near Circular Quay – the perfect base for any adventure in Sydney.

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and the city skyline. Our hotel places you just minutes walk from the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Circular Quay and is surrounded by the historic cobblestones of Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood, The Rocks.

As one of the standout hotels in The Rocks, Sydney, we offer a perfect starting point for discovering the city’s sites, boutique shops, art galleries, restaurants, bars, and more. After a day of exploration or relaxation, our glistening rooftop pool, Lobby Bar, and Playfair Restaurant await you, catering to your every taste. Experience unmatched comfort and convenience at Sydney Harbour Hotel.

About Phantom of the Opera

The Music of the Night soars across Sydney Harbour. Let the spectacle astound you…

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s global phenomenon returns on its 40th anniversary to Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour in a critically acclaimed spectacular. Forty years ago The Phantom of the Opera burst onto the West End, becoming a sensation unlike anything the world had ever seen. Celebrate Phantom’s milestone anniversary in grand style, with the hotly anticipated return of our larger than-life staging on Sydney Harbour.

The story of a mysterious masked man living beneath the Paris Opera House, who falls madly in love with a young singer and employs every devious method to nurture her talents, has enthralled audiences for decades. It’s played to over 160 million people in 58 territories and 205 cities in 21 languages. The iconic score is studded with hits: from the haunting beauty of ‘The Music of the Night’ and ‘All I Ask of You’ to the splendour of ‘Masquerade’, and the crashing chords of the title song.

Directed by Australia’s master of musical theatre, Simon Phillips, and with audacious costumes and sets by Gabriela Tylesova, this staging brings a whole new level of spectacle to the show’s defining moments – the mirror, the journey to the Phantom’s lair, the chandelier – on an enormous stage built over the water. With themed pop-up bars and dining, fireworks every night, and a live orchestra hidden beneath the stage, this is an evening you’ll never forget.

About Flourish Adventures

Flourish Adventures is your passport to unforgettable women's travel. Founded by Jacqui, a former international tour guide turned events entrepreneur, this new venture brings together years of travel experience, events and a passion for creating meaningful connections.

After leading tours across Europe and Australia, and crafting sold-out events for women in Tasmania and further afield through Flourish Events, Jacqui now promotes her women’s travel experiences under a dedicated brand name: Flourish Adventures.

From luxe day trips to interstate escapes, every journey is designed to inspire, connect and empower women through travel. Come solo or come with friends - either way you are guaranteed to meet some great people and have a great time.

"There are no strangers, just friends we haven't met yet"