EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Barrington Tops 2. Blue Mountains (Jamison Valley) 3. Bondi Beach Day 4. Bondi to Bronte Guided Coastal Walk 5. Cruise on Sydney Harbour 6. F1Car Racing Day 7. Heli-Golf Day 8. Hunter Valley Winmark Getaway 9. Kayak Kangaroo Valley 10.King Island Premium Seafood Masterclass 11.Lunch at Bennelong and Masterclass 12.Private Fashion Show 13. Private Wildlife Tour 14. Rolex Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race 15.Shark Island Picnic Day 16. Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb 17. Sydney’s ultimate Kayak Adventure 18. Sydney’s Ultimate Progressive Lunch 19.Helicopter Over The Fireworks on NYE 20.The VIP Sydney Black Tie NYE Party Quay Sydney
BARRINGTON TOPS NATIONAL PARK Board your private helicopter for a spectacular flight to Barrington Tops National Park, one of NSW’s greatest wilderness regions. On arrival, you’re greeted by a professional guide before embarking on an incredible hike along the Rocky Crossing Walk and Blue Gum Loop taking in the Williams River. The Williams River area is a subtropical delight, winding through the picturesque Willians River Valley surrounded by magnificent rainforest. Experience a natural wonderland brimming with native animals and birds as you tour the lush southern reaches of this wilderness jewel. A gourmet picnic lunch in the forest follows your morning’s walk before the adventure continues onto the unique Barrage Swamp formation and through an enchanting Antarctic Beech Rainforest. The handing swamp is one of Barrington’s most precious treasures, an intriguing natural wonder created by a massive landslip thousands of years ago. Venture into the prehistoric Gondwana era and explore this other-worldly landscape.
Number of people: min 2 Duration: 6-7 hours. Cost: From AUD 2600 per person
BLUE MOUNTAINS (JAMISON VALLEY) Be revived by the fresh mountain air and majestic natural wonders of NSW’s magnificent world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park.
and explore hidden gems, Ruined Castle Rocks and Scenic Railway in the Jamison Valley.
Enjoy panoramic views on your private helicopter journey from Sydney to the Blue Mountains. This unforgettable scenic flight begins with a sweep across beautiful Sydney Harbour before whisking you over the city into the natural wonderland beyond. Spot famous landmarks along the way such as the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, ,Sydney Opera House, The Three Sisters, Katoomba, Megalong Valley, Jamison Valley and the Warragamba Catchment area. Landing in the heart of the national park, you are immediately immersed in this ancient landscape renowned for awe-inspiring natural beauty, abundant with sheer sandstone cliffs, plunging waterfalls, high plateaus, expansive heathlands, lush rainforests and rare plants. Embark on a private guided tour to such iconic sites as The Three Sisters, Echo Point Plaza, The Botanic Garden or Wentworth Falls
Delight in a gourmet picnic curated for you by a professional chef. Choose to have the hamper brought in for you or to have the chef prepare your meal while in the rainforest. Number of people: min 2 Duration: 5 hours Cost: From AUD 2750 per person
BONDI BEACH DAY (RESORT STYLE) Soak up the sun on Australia’s most famous beach from the comfort of a premium sun-bed while enjoying first class food and beverages. Stay cool with a selection of drinks, smoothies
This experience can be held at Australia’s iconic Bondi Beach, the neighbouring beaches of Tamarama or Bronte, or any other beach of your choice.
and cocktails from your personal bar service and be treated to an exquisite lunch prepared
Includes: Premium sun-beds, umbrellas, towels, beach pack, refreshments, staff
by your private chef. Then, if you so desire, take to the waves with one of Bondi’s renowned lifeguards for a private surfing lesson.
Number of people: min 2 Duration: 4 hours Cost: From AUD 740 per person
BONDI TO BRONTE GUIDED COASTAL WALK Explore the stunning Bondi to Bronte coastal walk with a private guide. Discover why this is one of Sydney’s most popular pathways as you wander past sandstone cliffs and take in unparalleled views of the famous Bondi, Bronte and Tamarama beaches, flanking a panoramic Pacific Ocean backdrop. Look out for whales and dolphins and be revitalised by sea breezes. Your spectacular morning is followed by an exquisite oceanside lunch at Icebergs Dining Room. Perched in a prime location above Bondi Beach and revered as one of Sydney’s best restaurants, this prestigious venue is described by Australian Gourmet Traveller as “one of the most beautifully situated dining rooms in the world.”
Number of people: min 2 Duration: 4 hours Cost: From AUD 550 per person
CRUISE SYDNEY HARBOUR ON A SUPERYACHT Lunch at Catalina, one of Sydney's premier waterside restaurants. This iconic, award-winning venue commands a prime position above Rose Bay, affording diners uninterrupted harbour vistas as they enjoy the range of Mediterraneaninspired cuisine created with sustainable seafood sourced from the best producers Australia-wide, grass fed and free range meat, and complemented by one of the best wine lists in the country. Embark on a cruise aboard your superyacht for the most sumptuous way in which to soak up Sydney Harbour’s many delights. Take in famous landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge along with waterfront mansions, secluded bays and pretty harbour beaches. Enjoy sunset cocktails while cruising on the city’s most iconic waterway and dancing to music curated for you onboard by your own private DJ.
Details: • Premium beverages and canapés served throughout the cruise • Experience one of Sydney’s most exclusive super-yachts
Number of people: 30 guests Duration: 7 hours Cost: From AUD 1210 per person for 30 guests
F1 STYLE CAR RACING EXPERIENCE Live life in the fast lane and compete against other racers in your group with the country’s ultimate Formula 1 car racing experience. Spend the day at Australia’s most iconic motorsport circuit in Eastern Creek, made available for your private use and personalised to suit you. Learn from world-class Championship Winning Drivers before you embark on a head-to-head competition in F3 or F4 cars. Complete the experience with an F1 style celebration for the winning team. Celebrate your placings with a three-course meal, paired with matching wines, in the corporate suite at the track.
Details: • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medallions to the winning racers • Certificate at the completion of the event • Private race course • 20 laps per person • Tea, coffee and water provided throughout the event • All race and safety equipment is provided
Number of people: Groups of 10 or 20 Duration: 1/2 day
Cost: From AUD 3100 per person
HELICOPTER GOLF EXPERIENCE Embark on an unparalleled golfing experience with a scenic flight to the stunning Riverside Oaks Golf Course located on the banks of the tranquil Hawkesbury River. Arriving by helicopter you will enjoy panoramic views over lush bushland and the Hawkesbury estuary wending through the valley. Choose to partake in a private lesson hosted by renowned Australian PGA professional golf coach, Clinton Russell. All levels are catered for, allowing you to either learn golf fundamentals or enhance your existing skills at the exclusive Riverside Oaks Golf Course. Afterwards put your newly acquired skills to the test and enjoy an 18hole round of golf. Conclude your one-of-a-kind experience by enjoying a leisurely, privately catered lunch on a serene 238hectare property overlooking the Hawkesbury River.
Details: • Return Helicopter transfer to the Hawkesbury River • Private tuition, lunch and drinks • Golf lesson and game includes: Motor carts ◦ In-cart refreshments ◦ Premium Callaway ‘Epic’ set of golf clubs ◦ per player Special member-only locker room access ◦ and use of amenities (if required)
Location: Hawkesbury River, Sydney Number of people: min 6 Duration: 7 hours Cost: AUD 2600 per person
HUNTER VALLEY, WINMARK GETAWAY
Play tennis on the private tennis courts, enjoy a day spa, fish for perch in the creek that crosses the estate or immerse yourself in an art workshop led by the current exhibiting artist. Join the estate’s sommelier for a premium
Relax and unwind at Winmark Wines Estate in
Chardonnay wine tasting with matching
picturesque Broke in the Hunter Valley, Australia’s
cheeses. Taste some of the world’s best
oldest wine region.
Chardonnays, including the 6 top labels.
When you arrive, take a tour of this incredible
Your luxury getaway will include a ‘Masterclass’
property, featuring 130 acres of rolling countryside, 28 of which are cultivated premium chardonnay vines, a stunning perennial and rose garden designed by leading landscape artist Paul Bangay OAM, a fire pit and barbecue area on the foreshore of the dam, an array of beautiful deciduous trees, the legendary Rock ‘Pooles Rock’, the Art Gallery featuring artist Rebecca Pierce’s work, and Biosis, designed for the estate by renowned sculptor David Ball.
with a Famous Chef. This exclusive, intimate night with a chef, whether with Anna Polyvious, Matt Moran or one of the recently awarded chefs, is about absolute indulgence, discussing food, sipping wine and sharing stories. As a unique keepsake, take home Winmark Estate premium wines with your name embossed on the labels. Number of people: 2 - 8 people
Stay at Winmark Private Residence, designed to
Duration: overnight
provide the highest level of luxury and comfort, and
Cost: From AUD 5500 per person
enjoy the highest quality service of your own private chef and butler. The residence boasts a modern open-plan, intricate stonework, indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a covered, alfresco area overlooking the vineyards, tennis court and pool. Enjoy the artefacts, antiques and artwork from around the world used to decorate each of the rooms of this elegant house. Join the estate’s sommelier for a premium Chardonnay wine tasting with matching cheeses. Taste some of the world’s best Chardonnays, including the 6 top labels
KAYAK EXPERIENCE KANGAROO VALLEY Board your helicopter for a scenic flight to Kangaroo Valley and enjoy breath-taking views of the South Coast of NSW. Begin your adventure at the look out at Beehive Point which offers expansive views of the majestic Kangaroo River, Yarrunga Creek and Morton National Park. Then discover Kangaroo Valley one of NSW’s most beautiful regions - on a guided kayaking adventure. Encounter the local wildlife: the majestic azure kingfisher, the wedge-tail eagle, the diamond python, the rockwallaby, the white-breasted sea eagle, and the water dragon, among others. Explore the Sunken Forest and see the convict-built sandstone road, a window into Australia’s colonial past. Complete your one-of-a-kind experience by enjoying a fresh gourmet picnic-style lunch, including local award-winning cold-climate wines.
Details: • Return helicopter transfer to Kangaroo Valley • 90-minute guided kayak tour of the Valley • Gourmet picnic prepared by professional chef • Canoe and kayak equipment provided
Location: Kangaroo Valley, Sydney Number of people: min 2 Duration: 6 hours Cost: From AUD 2450 per person
KING ISLAND PREMIUM SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE & MASTERCLASS Take a short flight across Bass Strait from Melbourne to embark on a one day adventure to idyllic King Island , famous for its rich history, natural beauty, gourmet produce and pristine coastline. Upon arrival, be greeted by your host, Ian Curley, one of King Island’s most renowned restaurateurs and qualified chefs. Start with a private tour of the scenic harbour and then hand- select seafood at the local fish-market for your private masterclass. Continue the day with a drive along the coast. See crystalline beaches, and take a scenic stop to enjoy sparkling wine and local strawberries. Arrive at Ian’s famous restaurant Wild Harvest, a true local treasure. Begin your epicurean journey by celebrating the bounty of King Island in a private masterclass. Learn the art of preparing crayfish and abalone. Enjoy a relaxed and indulgent 5 course degustation lunch. Taste the new dishes you made along with wine pairings from Ian’s extensive wine collection. After lunch, stroll through Grassy, a serene coastal village with a vibrant community. Before leaving the Island, stop by the world renowned King Island Dairy for a premium
cheese tasting with wine pairings and an exclusive opportunity to purchase wine at special ‘cellar door’ prices. Number of people: min 2 Duration: 6 hours Cost: From AUD 3450 per person
LUNCH AT BENNELONG AND PRIVATE MASTERCLASS An extraordinary opportunity to join the talented Peter Gilmore, one of Australia’s most awarded chefs, for a private masterclass at his premium Bennelong Restaurant. Learn Peter's cuisine philosophy of nature, intensity, texture and purity in an exclusive cooking class, followed by a multi-course lunch with wine and champagne pairings. Enjoy your meal with spectacular views over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Royal Botanic Gardens.
Details: • Private masterclass led by Peter Gilmore - 45 min • Meet and greet and photo opportunity with Peter Gilmore • Closed restaurant for private lunch • Cured and cultured 3 entrées, 3 course lunch, and matching premium wines. • Dates and times are subject availability
Location: Sydney Opera House Bennelong Restaurant
Peter Gilmore is the Executive Chef at two of Australia’s most exciting and dynamic restaurants; Bennelong at the Sydney Opera House and Quay Restaurant across the harbour in The Rocks. Peter, born and bred in Sydney, was inspired to cook at a young age and started his apprenticeship at 16, then spent his twenties working in kitchens overseas and in country New South Wales as he developed his own style.. Now 50, Peter is one of Australia’s most awarded chefs.
Number of people: min 8 Duration: 4 hours Cost: From AUD 2350 per person (min of 8 required)
PRIVATE FASHION SHOW LOUIS VUITTON, PRADA OR CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Treat yourself to a private fashion showing with either Louis Vuitton, Prada or Christian Louboutin who offer you an exclusive opportunity to be attended to in true VIP style in their unique concept stores. Choose from one of the three luxury brands, and their professional stylist will select unique pieces just for you from their latest men’s and women’s collection. Take a luxury transfer to your boutique shop of choice where you will experience your private fashion show while enjoying champagne and canapés. Afterward, purchase garments and accessories from the specially curated range in the luxury concept store, which will be open only for you.
Duration: 4 hours Cost: From AUD 5500 per person (includes an AUD 1,000 voucher)
PRIVATE WILDLIFE TOUR Experience the Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park, a stunning 80-acre wildlife sanctuary only 15 minutes’ flight from Sydney by helicopter. Enjoy a private, tailored visit to this exclusive wildlife sanctuary with a park ranger.
As part of this elite experience, spend time with the Australian animals of your choosing, including koalas and kangaroos. Afterwards, there is the option to go on a ranger-guided hike with access to bush tucker and bush medicine plus on an off-the-beatentrack-style hike to visit ancient sites on the grounds of the sanctuary. Includes: • VIP transfers to the Sydney helipad •
Helicopter transfer between Sydney and the Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park - 15 mins
•
Behind the scene encounters with Australian wildlife - 2 hours
•
A bushtucker tasting plate
Number of people: 2 Duration: 3 hours Cost: From AUD 4300 per person
ROLEX SYDNEY TO HOBART YACHT RACE Be part of the excitement aboard your private
Australian sporting event— the start of one of the
motor boat and seaplane as Sydney and Hobart
most difficult ocean yacht races in the world.
play host to one of the world’s most renowned sailing yacht races, the legendary Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Experience the festival atmosphere as Australians and international guests gather to enjoy this iconic
Enjoy an exclusive brunch at the Empire Lounge prior to watching the start of the race on your private motor boat and tracking the fleet from your private seaplane as the superyachts speed south around Stanwell Tops.
Number of people: Min 2 Duration: 3 hours Cost: From AUD 2450 per person
SHARK ISLAND LUNCH A unique opportunity to join the privileged few to have set foot on Sydney Harbour’s Shark Island, so named for its distinctive shape. Arrive at the exclusive island by luxury boat, only a short distance from shore. As you disembark, be enchanted by a traditional Australian Aboriginal ceremony and transported to another world as you witness Dreamtime dance and storytelling. Your private island will not only offer you a window into indigenous Australia, but provide you with ample space to enjoy unique 360° views and a specially curated picnic of Australian fare under the shade of the palm trees and Norfolk Island pines. Wander into the gazebo and gaze at panoramic views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Discover the history of Aboriginal art and culture in a private viewing of Aboriginal art pieces and observe and even partake as new ones are made. For those craving a bit of adventure, take a kayak off the island’s coast and into Sydney Harbour. Details: • Private use of Shark Island in Sydney Harbour for you and your guests • Gourmet picnic lunch Location: Sydney Harbour Number of people: Up to 8 guests Duration: 4.5 hours Cost: From AUD1850 per person
SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE CLIMB
A feeling like no other: surveying Sydney from atop its most famous bridge. Experience one of this city’s most internationally famous landmarks in ultimate style with the privilege of your own guide. As a VIP Sydney client, the entire bridge will be just yours to climb. Embark on an immersive journey with your professional guide, who will share with you the extraordinary history of this magnificent monument. Start your twilight climb by donning a custom made climbing suit, elegantly embossed with your name. This special keepsake will be yours to take home as a treasured memento of your remarkable climb. Capture the excitement of your climb with stunning aerial photography taken by a specialised drone. At the peak of the bridge, canapés and mocktails will be served on the Gundeck (not normally accessible), as you revel in the 360° panoramic views of Sydney City, Sydney Opera House, The Royal Botanical Gardens and the surrounding areas. If you wish, also enjoy your own fireworks show or a live musical performance as part of this unparalleled experience (*at an additional cost). Number of people: 2-4 people Duration: 4 Hours Cost: From AUD 21400 for 2-4 people
SYDNEY’S ULTIMATE KAYAK EXPERIENCE Experience Sydney from the unique perspective of its glittering waterways by taking a guided kayak adventure around iconic Sydney Harbour’s aquatic playground. Glide past famous Sydney landmarks like heritagelisted Fort Denison, Rushcutters Bay and Sydney Opera House. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the glorious Harbour as you take in the city sights. Disembark at historic Clark Island, a stunning oasis in the middle of Sydney Harbour, for a secluded, lavish, gourmet picnic experience. An exclusive experience, this is one of the ultimate ways in which to unwind and view the city like never before. Details: • Guided kayak tour • Picnic prepared by professional chef • Kayak equipment provided
Location: Sydney Harbour, Clark Island Number of people: 10 people
Duration: 4 hours Cost: From AUD 430 per person
SYDNEY’S ULTIMATE PROGRESSIVE LUNCH Enjoy three venues in one day in a hallmark progressive lunch experience. Witness sweeping views of Circular Quay at the iconic Cafe Sydney, where you will be served exquisite oysters sourced from Australia’s best producers paired with the finest champagne.
Then board a yacht for an exclusive caviar tasting as you make your way across sparkling Sydney Harbour to Rose Bay’s famous Catalina Restaurant where you will dine on a two course degustation with matching wines.
Afterwards, be chauffeured in a luxury vehicle around Sydney Harbour to conclude your unique experience with dessert and cocktails at the award-winning Chuuka Restaurant.
Location: Sydney and Surrounds Number of guests: min 5 Duration: 5 hours Cost: AUD 1850 per person
EXCLUSIVE NYE HELICOPTER EXPERIENCE Fly directly over Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks in true style. New Year's Eve celebrations in Sydney are widely regarded as some of the most incredible in the world. Enjoy the best seats in Sydney on a private helicopter, boasting 360-degrees of uninterrupted views, during the world’s most extravagant fireworks show This experience has never been offered to the public before as it is usually only accessible to film crews. From no other vantage point will you experience the fireworks from every angle along Sydney Harbour. Feel the pulse of the fireworks in this one-of-a-kind adventure.
Details: • Limo transfers to and from Sydney accommodation • 45-minute helicopter flight • Ruinart-Blanc de Blancs Champagne • Memories to last a lifetime 2 departures: • 8:00PM - 10:30PM • 11:00PM - 1:30PM Number of guests: 6 Duration: 2.5 hours Cost: AUD 14850 per person
EXCLUSIVE NYE BLACK-TIE COCKTAIL PARTY Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style in one of the world’s most spectacular locations, the upper level of Quay Restaurant, a multiaward winning restaurant. Experience perfect views of the renowned Sydney fireworks over the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Enjoy Chef Peter Gilmore’s nature-inspired cuisine along with Ruinart champagne and fine wines and experience live entertainment and the captivating and rare digital artwork, Four Seasons, by teamLab.
As part of The VIP Sydney’s black-tie event, The VIP Sydney will inaugurate The Observatory Lounge, a covered open-air lounge at Sydney's Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT) which adjoins Quay Restaurant. This will be the first time ever that The Observatory will be used as a private lounge to accommodate up to 40 VIP guests to enjoy the astonishing views of Circular Quay, the Opera House, the Sydney Bridge and of course the "explosive" fireworks. Guests with access to the Observatory Lounge will also have access to the Cocktail Party.
Duration: 8PM - 1AM Location: Quay Restaurant When: 31 DEC 2019 *Access to the event is by application only. Access to the Cocktail Party Cost: AUD$2500 per person
Access to the Cocktail Party plus the VIP Observatory Lounge Cost: AUD$3500 per person