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Free Tours Sydney – Walking and Bus Tours

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We offer two tours: Free Walking Tour Sydney and the fee paying Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour. Walking and bus tours complement each other by covering different sights of Sydney.

Free walking tour Sydney covers both Sydney and the Rocks. Join knowledgeable local guides to explore our fascinating past as a British colony, learn about history the Rocks – first convict settlement and enjoy the views of iconic world-famous sights as well as hidden gems of Sydney. In addition, you will be introduced to Sydney as a modern cosmopolitan City with lots of advice on what to do.

Bus tour will take you further away to the famous Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, Kings Cross, Rose Bay and many other places. Duration of the bus tour is at least 3 hours. You will have a live tour guide, air-conditioned tour coach and multiple stops to come out and take pictures along the way.

For the full itinerary and details of the tours please visit our website.

Free walking tours

Walk with local guides who are experts in history, love their city and enjoy sharing their favourite places with you. The tour will give you a rare insight into the fascinating past as a British colony. You will explore The Rocks – the first convict settlement in Australia with its stories of survival, convicts, gangs and pubs.

In addition, you will be introduced to Sydney as a modern vibrant city with lots of photo opportunities, tips on places to visit and things to do.

Free Walking Tours start every day at 10.30am from Archibald Fountain at Hyde Park (near St James Station). No booking required. Just come and join. Tour guides in an orange ‘Free Tours’ T-shirt will be waiting for you.

For the details of the ‘Free Walking Tour’ please visit their website.

Children Catered For Pets Allowed

Mrs. Macquarie’s Point – Rose Bay – Watsons Bay – Bondi Beach bus tour.

Tour duration: at least 3 hours.

Air-conditioned bus.

Live tour guides, not a recording.

Multiple stops to come out and take pictures

Their bus tour is the most effective and affordable way to explore Sydney. Within three hours you will see places you would need a few days to visit using public transport.

Join the bus tour and they will show you the must-see sights of Sydney such as famous Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, Paddington, Kings Cross, Rose Bay and much more. With many stops along the way, you will have many chances to get out of the bus to take pictures and enjoy breathtaking views.

No Booking. Just come and register with a tour guide in an orange ‘Free Tours’ T-shirt at the meeting place: Archibald Fountain at Hyde Park (near St James train station). Bus tours run on the ‘First come, first served’ basis.

For current schedule and details please visit the website.

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Free Walking Tour Sydney

$18 Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour

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The Rocks Free Walking Tour

Step off the beaten path to discover Sydney’s historic district, The Rocks. We’ll bring the history of the area to life as we share tales of convict gangs, murders, mysteries and indigenous history.

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  • Meeting Location: Town Hall Square
  • Duration: 2½-3 hours
  • Time: 10:30am Daily

Meet at Town Hall Square, on George St between Sydney Town Hall and St Andrew’s Cathedral.

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Our tours are offered on a “pay what you think it’s worth” model so people on any budget are able to enjoy the tour and discover our great city with us.

  • Meeting Location: Cadmans Cottage
  • Duration: 1½ hours
  • Time: 6:00pm Daily

Meet at Cadmans Cottage – 110 George St, Sydney. (In the waterside courtyard in front of the building.)

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Free Walking Tour Sydney and The Rocks

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Overview of the tour in Sydney

From thousands of years of being an Aboriginal land to the arrival of the First Fleet, from a small British colony to a thriving cosmopolitan city, this tour will show you Sydney as it meant to be seen; by walking through narrow lane ways, alongside iconic landmarks, discovering hidden treasures, without missing modern secrets. Come to join our experienced tour guides for 2.5 hours of exploration, fun, and discovery.

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  • Sydney Opera House
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  • Martin Place
  • Queen's Square
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Archibald Fountain, Hyde Park North, Sydney, NSW

Our tours start from Archibald Fountain, Hyde Park North. It's a 2-minute walk from St James train station. Tour guides in orange 'Free Tours' T-shirts. Attention: Please research the meeting place in advance. Please don't call if you are running late. Once tour guides engage with people, they cannot answer phone calls.

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We restart tours on 1 December 2021.

Please visit the Free Walking and Sydney Bus tour pages for schedule and booking.

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Please note that Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tours will operate twice a day at 10.30am and 2pm from 26th of December 2018 until 15th January 2019.

Please note that will not have any tours from 1 September 2019 until 8 September 2019.

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Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour

"kings cross - rose bay - watsons bay - bondi beach".

  • The most affordable bus tour in Sydney
  • 3 hours guided bus tour of Sydney
  • Live tour guide, not a prerecorded tour
  • Multiple stops for amazing lookouts and also a stop for coffee
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These services vary in ticket price. They are great for seeing the sights and getting to tourist spots, landmarks and other points of interest. With your ticket, you can get on and off as much you like.

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Free Walking Tour Sydney & The Rocks

Walk with local guides who are experts in history, love their city and enjoy sharing their favourite places with you. The tour will give you a rare insight into the fascinating past as a British colony. You will explore The Rocks - the first convict settlement in Australia with its stories of survival, convicts, gangs and pubs.

Also, you will be introduced to Sydney as a modern vibrant city with lots of photo opportunities, tips on places to visit and things to do.

For the schedule and details of the 'Free Walking Tour Sydney & the Rocks' please visit their website.

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Senior Friendly Day Trips Southern California

Senior-Friendly Southern California Day Trips. Below are some great day trips for seniors. These trips offer a slightly slower pace and plenty of places to sit and relax while taking in the scenery. Popular options for seniors include bus tours or a train journey aboard Amtrak. I selected all these destinations for seniors to escape their daily routine and enjoy an adventure. I hope every reader enjoys them, no matter their age.

Old Towne Orange

Take a Stroll Old Towne Orange

In Orange County, California, Old Town District is the perfect destination for a weekend day trip when all you want to do is wander. Old Town Orange will not disappoint, with bric-a-brac antique stores tucked neatly between cozy sidewalk restaurants and bubbling fountains. Most of the district’s points of interest are near the central plaza, which has plenty of free street parking.

Sherman Gardens Corona Del Mar Day Trip

Smell the Roses Sherman Gardens

Everything from exotic orchids to a California pepper tree is on display. Desert cactus, herbs, and, of course, a fantastic and super-fragrant Rose Garden are lovingly nurtured by the gardeners on staff. The on-site Café Jardin Restaurant offers handmade crepes, freshly baked pastries, and other goodies to make stopping at the gardens worthwhile. Sherman Gardens is easily walkable, and plenty of places to sit and enjoy nature.

Pacific Surfliner Train in California

Take a Trip on the Surfliner

A trip on the Pacific Surfliner can be as simple as a few miles to San Diego or Santa Barbara. Almost every train station along the route has an exciting attraction within walking distance. Popular stops include Mission San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente Pier, Old Town San Diego, and State Street Santa Barbara. Onboard snack bars and bathrooms make the train convenient for older and younger passengers.

Mission San Juan Capistrano Day Trip

Visit Mission San Juan Capistrano

Mission Capistrano is a good choice for a senior-friendly day trip. Tour buses and almost hourly train service make getting to the mission easy. Explore the mission’s beautiful gardens and historic buildings. In the spring, swallows migrate thousands of miles from their winter homes to San Juan Capistrano. There are plenty of nearby dining and shopping opportunities. If you still have some energy to burn off after the mission, I highly recommend visiting the nearby Los Rios Historic District .

Olvera Street Los Angeles Day Trip

Historic Olvera Street, Downtown Los Angeles

Olvera Street is adjacent to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles.  Olvera Street is a landmark that retains its authentic charm and captures the essence of what LA used to look like years ago. This area of Los Angeles features 27 historic buildings with a traditional Mexican-style plaza, including the Avila Adobe, constructed in 1818, and the former home to Francisco Avila, one of the city’s first mayors. Olvera Street is a popular stop for many tour buses. This trip would be best taken during the week as Olvera Street can get very crowded on weekends and holidays.

Heritage Valley Day Trip

Take a Sunday Drive Heritage Valley

State Route 126 connects Santa Clarita to Ventura. The highway follows the banks of the Santa Clara River through Heritage Valley and makes a beautiful place for a Sunday Drive. Plenty of areas of interest include Bennets Honey Farm and the historic town of Santa Paula. So make sure you allow plenty of time to take them all in. Unfortunaltly, the Filmore Railway has been closed for several years and no longer offers train excursions.

Richard Nixion Library

President Richard Nixon Library

Take a tour of the original farmhouse where President Nixon was born, just a few steps away from his final resting place. Inside the Library, the main gallery is where you can explore the history and the exhibits. The library features nearly 70 significant exhibitions, including a replica of President Nixon’s Oval Office and an extensive display of Nixon’s historic trip to China. A fantastic garden with a large reflection pool at the Library is ideal for sitting, relaxing, and enjoying the view.

Graber Olive House

Step Back in Time Graber Olive House

Graber Olive House specializes in tree-ripened olives, a somewhat time-consuming process but a superb way to bring out the best in these green and black beauties. The olives come from the family ranch located in the San Joaquin Valley. Several hundred tons of olives are trucked to the historic Ontario Olive House each year to be canned or processed into olive oil at gift shops and tours. Hours are limited, so check with their website before you go. Also in the area is Logan’s Candy Shop , which has been hand-making candy since 1933 and is well worth a look.

Los Angeles Farmers Market Day Trip

Lunch at Original Farmers Market

Since 1934, a historic landmark has been on the corner of Third and Fairfax. It’s called the Farmers’ Market, and it’s a fascinating place to spend the day. The market stores offer a remarkable selection of fresh fruits, candy, baked goods, homemade ice cream, wines, meats, and poultry. Parking is scarce here, so arriving early and planning a weekday visit is best. Take advantage of your retirement and visit during the week while most people work.

Automobile Driving Museum Vintage Car Rides

Take a Ride Auto Driving Museum

The Automobile Driving Museum has a remarkable, rotating collection of nearly 150 classic, antique, and historic cars, all with retro color schemes, snazzy hood ornaments, and unique taillights. Still, perhaps its claim to fame is that on Sundays, guests are given a rare opportunity to drive in a piece of history as they are whisked around in one of several pristine classic vintage cars from the museum’s collection. Even if you do not visit on a car ride day, this fun museum is an excellent place to see and learn about vintage vehicles.

Birch Aquarium

Discover Sea Life Birch Aquarium

The Birch Aquarium is located on a hilltop site that provides a panoramic view of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography campus just off the Pacific Ocean. Birch Aquarium is a mid-size facility with most of the displays indoors. One of the highlights of a trip to the aquarium is a 70,000-gallon kelp tank forest. If children are along on this trip, there is a very popular Tide Pool Plaza where they can touch and learn about the tide-pool animals. There is a bit of a walk from the parking lot to the Aquarium entrance, but once you get there, all the exhibits are on one level.

Casa Romantica San Clemente California

Casa Romantic San Clemente California

Casa Romantica is perched on a cliff overlooking the San Clemente Pier in South Orange County. This historic home was built in 1927 by the City of San Clemente, Ole Hanson. The 5-acre Casa Romantica estate was one of the first buildings in the new Spanish Village By The Sea. Due to a landslide, most of the garden area is closed, but visitors can still explore the interior rooms of the mansion. There is also a revolving art show and, on select weekends, various events.

Seal Beach

Enjoy the Seaside at Seal Beach

Home to the second-longest wooden pier in the United States, Seal Beach blends a rustic old surf town and a modern upscale cultural community. Of course, the main attraction that lures visitors to this quaint seaside town is the beach with its soft sand and sunshine. A trip to Seal Beach would not be complete without a visit to the Red Car Museum aboard Car No. 1734, a restored Pacific Electric Railway car on the corner of Main and Electric downtown.

Bates Nut Farm

Bring Home Some Treats Bates Nut Farm

Bates Nut Farm is tucked away in an oak-filled valley near Valley Center, California, and makes a great family day trip. The 100-acre Farm was established in 1921 when Gilbert and Beatrice Bates purchased the property. Today, the Bates Nut Farm offers a wide selection of nuts, dried fruit, candies, plus much more.

Santa Ana Zoo in Santa Ana, California

Visit The Santa Ana Zoo

If you’re looking for a zoo that’s not too big and requires less walking, the Santa Ana Zoo is just perfect for you. The zoo has many exhibits, some of which could easily fit into a larger zoo. There’s also a lovely old-fashioned carousel, a fun mini-train that’s easily accessible, a delightful butterfly walk-through area, and a snack shop near the entrance. You can take your grandkids along for a fun family outing at the Santa Ana Zoo .

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The free SmartPass from the Santa Clara County Valley Transit Authority (VTA) is available to all actively working IHSS Independent Providers in the county.

The SmartPass allows travel on all non-express route VTA buses and light rail trains throughout Santa Clara County and does not expire unless you stop working for IHSS consumers.

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Santa Clara County Independent Providers have additional benefits available to them beyond those offered through the Public Authority Services Benefits Department:

Santa Clara County Federal Credit Union (SCCFCU)

IHSS Independent Providers in Santa Clara County are eligible to join SCCFCU, along with their family members! Members of SCCFCU can open free checking accounts, receive dividends on savings, access member discounts on theme park tickets, movies, and more.

For more information and to apply for your personal account, visit the SCCFCU website at  sccfcu.org .

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CalSavers is an optional program offered by the State of California available to IHSS Independent Providers who want to contribute to a retirement plan.

Designed for all Californians, the program allows individuals to set up automatic contributions from their bank account into the retirement plan and choose investment options for their account.

CalSavers is administered by the State of California and enrollment is easily done by phone or online. IHSS Independent Care Providers are “self-employed” individuals and will not have an employer access code.

When enrolling, use the “Get Started” and “I want to sign myself up” options to begin saving today!

If you have questions or need assistance with CalSavers, contact the CalSavers Help Desk at (855) 650-6918 and mention that you are a “self-employed” individual.

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For information on SEIU and the resources and benefits they offer, contact the union at (855) 810-2015

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Insurance does not end immediately when an independent provider stops working

There is a grace period and insurance coverage will continue for at least one month after an independent provider stops being paid for the required 35 hours per month.

If a provider’s pay for hours falls below the requirement, the Public Authority Services Benefits Department will send a Health Insurance Termination Warning letter to notify the provider of when their coverage will end. Independent Providers are responsible for paying their portion of the insurance premium until their insurance stops.

Benefits eligibility is determined by the number of hours paid for on provider’s paychecks. If you have not submitted your timesheets or received your paycheck as expected, you may be at risk of losing your benefits. Always submit your timesheets on time and contact In-Home Supportive Services for timesheet and payroll issues.

If your Public Authority Services benefits end, you will be sent COBRA information on how you can optionally self-pay the full plan premium to continue your benefits.

Keep your mailing address up to date. The Benefits Department can only send communications, such as Health Insurance Termination Warning letters, to the address on file with IHSS. Make sure you can receive these vital materials by keeping your contact information current in the Electronic Services Portal when you complete your timesheets.

Worried you may lose your insurance because your paycheck is delayed? Contact IHSS about any payroll issues via email at [email protected] or by calling (408) 792-1600 .

Benefits faq, are my benefits automatically reinstated if my insurance stopped and then i start working the minimum hours again.

Having insurance coverage through Public Authority Services is always optional, so benefits cannot restart unless you reapply. Eligibility criteria must be met and verified by the benefits department.

Can my dependents be covered by the insurance I get through Public Authority Services?

Insurance coverage obtained through Public Authority Services is for Independent Providers only. Additional options are available through coveredca.com and SEIU .

How long do I have to work before I can apply for benefits from Public Authority Services?

After two consecutive (two in a row) months of being paid for working 35 hours per month, the Benefits Department can verify your eligibility. You can apply for benefits at that time.

From the time a provider starts being paid for 35 hours or more per month, and they apply for benefits, it generally takes a total of four months for your benefits to begin.

How long does it take for benefits to start after I apply?

Benefits applications must be received by the 5th of the month to be processed during that month. If your application is received on the 6th or after, it will be processed during the following month.

Benefits applications are processed between the 6th and 10th of each month, and then letters of approval or denial are mailed.

Benefits start on the 1st of the month after you receive an approval letter.

What should I do if I receive a “Health Insurance Termination Warning” letter?

Independent Providers remain eligible for benefits only if they are consistently paid by IHSS for 35 hours each month. If your hours fall below that, or you do not submit/receive your timesheets on time, the Benefits Department will warn you that you are in danger of losing your benefits unless you are paid for the minimum 35 monthly hours.

If you have submitted your timesheets on time, but your paycheck is more than two weeks late, correct the problem by calling IHSS at (408) 792-1600

If you want to work for additional consumers to have more hours, consider applying to join the Registry .

How long will my insurance last if I stop being paid for the required 35 hours per month?

If, for any reason, a provider who has insurance through Public Authority Services stops being paid for 35 hours per month, their insurance will continue for at least one month.

The Benefits Department will send a Health Insurance Termination Warning letter explaining when benefits will stop.

Providers are responsible for paying their portion of the insurance premium until their insurance stops. Call the Benefits Department for more detailed answers at (408) 350-3290 .

What should I do if I receive a bill from Public Authority Services for my benefits?

Public Authority benefits will never send you a bill unless the payment for your portion of the insurance premium cannot be taken out of your paycheck as usual.

Follow the instructions and pay the bill to avoid losing your benefits. If you have questions, contact the Benefits department at (408) 350-3290 .

What should I do if I want to apply for Medicare and need to prove I have benefits through PA?

Independent Providers can learn the steps and information needed by calling the Benefits Department at (408) 350–3290 .

How do I know if a VTA bus route is an express, meaning my SmartPASS will not cover the cost of taking that bus?

Express routes in Santa Clara County have a 3-digit route number that begins with a “1,” such as Line 181 (San Jose Diridon TC to Fremont Bart).

To take an Express Line, providers will be charged an extra $2.50 each way and the provider will need to add money to their SmartPASS Clipper Card in preparation for those travels.

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