ITINERARY

DAY 1 | Friday 14 November 2025

1ST OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

ARRIVE SYDNEY & PRIVATE RECITAL (Canapés Reception):

Guests arrive at the luxury 5-star InterContinental Sydney, set within the beautifully restored Treasury Building of 1851. It is conveniently positioned in the heart of Circular Quay and has panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Check-in is at 3:00pm and we recommend arriving at this time.

In the early evening, we have the unforgettable opportunity of hearing an exclusive private recital in the beautiful setting of the Sydney Opera House’s Utzon Room, a prestigious venue with sublime views over the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour. On arrival, we enjoy a welcome drinks and canapés reception to meet our fellow guests and our Tour Leader, the distinguished tenor Andrew Goodwin, before enjoying this exclusive performance, only for guests of Hayllar Music Tours.

PRIVATE RECITAL - SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, UTZON ROOM

Following our recital, we enjoy a Q&A with the artists, hosted by our Tour Leader, followed by an informal drinks reception to chat with our artists and soak in the views, before strolling back to our hotel. The rest of our evening is free.

DAY 2 | Saturday 15 November 2025

2ND OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

GUIDED TOUR OF GOVERNMENT HOUSE, LUNCH & SYDNEY THEATRE COMPANY (B, L):

This morning, following a delicious breakfast at our 5-star hotel, we stroll through the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden to the historic Government House.

In 1788, soon after a British settlement was established at Sydney Cove, the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales, Governor Arthur Phillip, laid the foundations of Sydney's first Government House. This building was located in Bridge Street (on the site of the Museum of Sydney). After nearly 50 years of serving as the colony’s political, ceremonial and social centre, the building had become worn and dilapidated and many submissions were made to the British government for permission and funding to construct a new building. In 1836 construction finally began on a new Government House. The new building was influenced in its location and architectural style by the existing Governor’s Stables, completed in 1821 (now the Conservatorium of Music). The building was designed by Edward Blore, at the time Special Architect to William IV, and responsible for completing parts of John Nash’s design of Buckingham Palace. The new Government House was built in the Tudor-Gothic style, featuring an imposing box-like form with castellated walls and towers.

We enjoy a private guided tour of this historic house, giving us a fascinating insight into the building’s history, and the historic events that have taken place here over the last almost 200 years.

Following our tour, we gather at one of Sydney’s finest dining establishments for a delicious lunch together. After lunch, we return to our hotel to rest ahead of this evening’s theatre performance.

This evening, in the Sydney Opera House’s Drama Theatre, we enjoy the Sydney Theatre Company’s production of The Shiralee. The Australian epic The Shiralee comes to the stage for the first time, adapted by Kate Mulvany, in a wide-ranging and poetic story of life and love on the margins.

THEATRE PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE DRAMA THEATRE, 7:30pm
The Shiralee

D’Arcy Niland, adapted for the stage by Kate Mulvany
Jessica Arthur director
Clemence Williams composer & sound designer
Kip Williams dramaturg
Starring Josh McConville, Kate Mulvany, Aaron Pedersen and Ziggy Resnick

Please note: This production contains strong language, mature themes including violence, alcohol and drug addiction.

Following the performance, we make our way back to the InterContinental Sydney for a restful night ahead of tomorrow’s activities or to enjoy a nightcap on the hotel’s rooftop Aster Bar.

DAY 3 | Sunday 16 November 2025

3RD OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

MORNING TALK, SIEGFRIED & DINNER (B, D):

This morning begins with an insightful talk on the opera we will hear this evening, Wagner’s Siegfried, from our Tour Leader, the tenor Andrew Goodwin.

Following our morning presentation, time is allowed for guests to get an independent lunch ahead of this afternoon’s performance. We then return to the Sydney Opera House for one last performance, a concert performance of Richard Wagner’s Siegfried, the third opera in his Ring Cycle, performed by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast under the baton of Simone Young.

A high point of artistic invention, Wagner’s Ring Cycle is one of the greatest works of music. Whether you are continuing the cycle or this is your first experience, Siegfried stands alone as a complete story that demands to be experienced live. An archetypal hero’s journey, this is a true epic, with every element of the human experience heightened and transposed into art. 

CONCERT PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE CONCERT HALL, 2:00pm
Richard Wagner Siegfried

Simone Young conductor
Simon O'Neill Siegfried
Anja Kampe Brünnhilde
Gerhard Siegel Mime
Wolfgang Koch Wanderer
Warwick Fyfe Alberich 
Teddy Tahu Rhodes Fafner
Samantha Clarke Waldvogel
Noa Beinart Erda
Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Following the conclusion of this epic operatic drama, we enjoy a delicious farewell dinner, to toast to our time in Sydney together.

DAY 4 | Monday 17 November 2025

TOUR ENDS (B)

Following our final breakfast at the hotel, the tour concludes.

INCLUSIONS

14–17 November 2025 (4 DAYS)

AUD$4,250 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE

Single supplement: AUD$795
Deposit payment 1: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due at time of booking)
Deposit payment 2: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due on 14 July 2025)
Final payment due: 11 September 2025

INCLUSIONS:

• Performances: Premium seats to a performance of The Shiralee by the Sydney Theatre Company at the Sydney Opera House Drama Theatre, and to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s concert performance of Siegfried at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall. Attendance at an exclusive private recital at the Sydney Opera House Utzon Room.

• Tour Leader and Talks: Tour Leadership and an exclusive private talk by Andrew Goodwin.

• Tour Manager: An experienced Tour Manager to accompany the group throughout the tour.

• Hotels: Three nights' accommodation at the centrally located 5-star InterContinental Sydney, in an Eastern Harbour View King Room. Porterage of one piece of luggage at the hotel.

• Travel: Short journeys throughout the tour will be on foot.

• Meals/Drinks: Breakfast each morning at the hotel. Two lunches/dinners with wine, water and tea/coffee, one welcome drinks reception with canapés and a drinks reception following the private recital.

• Entry Fees and Guided Tours: Entrance fees for museums, art galleries etc. as stated in your itinerary. Expert local guides at some sites.

• Tips: Tips for drivers, local guides and meals included in your itinerary.

• Information Pack: Comprehensive pre-tour information pack.

EXCLUSIONS:

• International/Domestic Travel: Hayllar Music Tours can provide you with a quote. Phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Airport Transfers: Transfers to/from airports and hotels at the beginning and end of the tour. These can be arranged at an additional cost.

• Travel Insurance: Please note that travel insurance is recommended for tours within Australia. Hayllar Music Tours can organise your travel insurance for you. Please contact them at phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Meals: Lunches and dinners not nominated in your itinerary.

• Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and mini-bar.

• Activities in Free Time: Costs associated with any activities suggested for you in your free time.

SMALL GROUP SIZE

The tour will operate with 8 people. The maximum number on the tour will be 20 people.

FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED - LEVEL 1

All members of the group must feel comfortable walking for 1–2 hours, standing for long periods of time in museums, art galleries etc. and embarking/disembarking coaches.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Siegfried in Concert in Sydney