Tours for when you want to escape the city

Tours for when you want to escape the city

Now more than ever, people need a break from day-to-day life. With holidays not exactly guaranteed, spontaneously booking a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle can be just the break you need.

At Sydney Helicopters, we offer the quick city escape you desire. When picking one of our lunch, pub or overnight tours, a helicopter ride through Sydney will have you out of reality within moments.

Not only do you get a luxurious transfer in and out of the city, but you can expect a high-class experience with your choice of tour. From a classic low-key pub experience to a grand night or two away, our tours can deliver you that breather you so desperately desire.

If you want to get up and fly away, check out some of our suggested tours.

Marramarra Lodge

Immerse yourself in the natural wonderland that is the native Australian bushland.

An authentic Australian experience with breath-taking Hawkesbury River views, Marramarra Lodge provides you with a luxurious experience.

Renowned for its private landscape, gourmet catering and lush experience, you can hide away at this retreat with two nights accommodation.

Marramarra Lodge

You can choose between their Peninsula Tents or stylish Hawkesbury Bungalows, where you will receive daily breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your stay.

After enjoying the pool and views, you have a selection of leisure activities to choose from, including their catalogue of canoes, kayaks, bikes and stand-up paddleboards for those who want some action. More peaceful opportunities such as books, fishing and enjoying a house wine or beer in the lodge are also offered.

A remote experience that is only a short flight away, you will find tranquillity with this overnight stay. Find out more on the Marramarra Lodge tour here.

Peats Bite Getaway

Find peace by the water with our Peats Bite Getaway tour package. Providing a quick one-night stay, Peats Bite offers a picturesque haven for patrons to relax and take in.

The split-level villas overlooking the water includes sliding doors leading to the renowned Hawkesbury River. With the addition of the surrounding national parks nearby, this is the ultimate place for a night away.

Listen to the water lapping against the shorelines as fish splash around, or instead, take a drip and lounge around the sparkling inground pool.

Stand up paddleboards, kayaks and tinnies are also offered for hire for those looking to take to the water. Meals and food are also included within your stay, with meals depending on your day of choice.

Discover the perfect day for this tour by visiting here. 

Peats Bite Getaway

Blue Mountains Pub Tour

Just need one day away from reality? Go for some fun and adventure with our Blue Mountains Pub Tour. Not only will you experience one of our more iconic scenic flights through Sydney and its renowned mountains, but you’ll also get a tour host to help you with all your needs during the length of the trip.

Taking off from our heliport in Parramatta, you’ll take to the open sky where you’ll get an informative commentary en route to the destination.

Zipping past historical landmarks, including the famous Three Sisters, you’ll drop by vintage Tarana Hotel, where you’ll enjoy your first serving of drinks.

Heading back into the air, your next stop is the Ambermere Inn in Hartley, where you will enjoy a classic Australian lunch feed.

After the delectable lunch, you’ll depart for your final stop towards the Macdonald Hawkesbury River region. Here, you can enjoy The Settlers Arms Inn for your last few drinks before taking in the Sydney skyline as you head back to base.

To find out more about this adventure, click here.

Blue Mountains Pub Tour

Hunter Escape

Fine wine, gourmet cuisine and a day in the scenic Hunter Valley – could life get any better? For a day of unwinding relaxation, book in our Hunter Escape Pub tour.

Hitting the air from our Parramatta/Rose Hill Heliport, you’ll drift above the city’s iconic sights, fleeing to the Hawkesbury River and past the Central Coast before landing in the Hunter Valley region.

First stop – indulging in some classic wine-tasting at Mt Pleasant Winery.

After you are finished with a selection of wine tasting, you will embark on a short journey to Esca Bimbadgen. Here you will dine a three-course set menu lunch whilst enjoying the views of the Brokenback Ranges. The meal includes selected wines and local beer.

Once you finish up with your lunch, you will then fly back to the city, absorbing the magical landscapes of the Yengo, Dharug, Ku-ring-hai Chase National Park on your return.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you can check out our packages for the Hunter Escape tour here.

Hunter Escape


Ready to book an escape from reality? From mini weekend holidays to quick day pauses, we can provide you with that holiday atmosphere you crave.

For luxury transport with outstanding venues and service, you’ll find the right tour with Sydney Helicopters.

Visit our website or give our friendly staff a call on (02) 9637 4455 for more information.