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Tours in Australia

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Half-Day Jervis Bay Sea Kayak Tour

Paddle out across Jervis Bay's crystalline waters on a five-hour morning expedition, exploring secluded beaches and coastal inlets from sea level. You'll navigate between stretches of pale sand while staying alert for seals, dolphins and seasonal whale migrations. The pace suits paddlers with moderate fitness; guides handle all safety kit and lead you through sheltered routes that reveal the bay's quieter corners.

5 hoursfrom AUD $145

Ile Des Phoques and Maria Island Cruise and Walk Day Tour with Lunch

★ 5.0 (255)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Ile Des Phoques and Maria Island Cruise and Walk Day Tour with Lunch

Eight-hour day tour combining a 4-hour cruise around Maria Island with a 2-hour guided walk through the Darlington convict settlement. Departing from Triabunna (90 minutes south of Hobart), you'll spot seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos and migrating whales from the water, then explore UNESCO-listed ruins on foot. The vessel carries maximum 28 passengers, keeping groups intimate. Lunch, drinks and commentary from marine scientists are included. Shuttle buses run from central Hobart if needed.

Full Day Kayaking Tour in Coorong National Park

Spend six hours paddling through the Coorong and Murray Mouth in South Australia's most ecologically rich waterway. This small-group kayak adventure combines three hours on the water with guided foraging walks across sand dunes to the Southern Ocean. Between paddles, you'll eat proper meals and learn about the region's plants and natural history from a local guide who knows where to look.

Byron Bay Brewery & Distillery Tour: Tastings, Lunch & transfers

Spend six-and-a-half hours touring Byron Bay's craft beverage producers, starting at 11 AM. You'll visit four venues split between breweries and distilleries, sampling around 15–20 drinks with guidance at each stop. A substantial lunch is included, with options for all dietary requirements. Non-beer drinkers can swap for cider, wine, seltzer or ginger beer. Hotel pickups and air-conditioned transport are provided.

6h 30mfrom AUD $229

Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure

★ 5.0 (81)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure

This 11–12 hour private drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road showcases Australia's most celebrated coastal scenery. Your dedicated guide steers you through native bushland, stops at the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations, and detours into charming seaside villages and national parks. Wildlife spotting—kangaroos, koalas—happens as you go. Gourmet morning tea, lunch, and cellar-door tastings round out the experience, with the whole day tailored to your pace and interests.

11 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1120

Build your own Unique Private Winery/Brewery Tour at the Margaret River region

★ 5.0 (79)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Build your own Unique Private Winery/Brewery Tour at the Margaret River region

Design your own wine and brewery itinerary across Margaret River's premier producers. This six-hour private tour puts you in control—choose which wineries and breweries to visit, set your own pace, and skip the designated-driver worry. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver familiar with the region's best cellar doors, allowing you to focus entirely on tasting and soaking in the landscape rather than navigating unfamiliar roads.

Luke's McLaren Vale Wine Tour

Spend eight hours in McLaren Vale with Luke, a longtime resident who's built genuine friendships with the region's winemakers. Rather than ticking boxes at tourist stops, you'll visit producers who actually know him and want to share what they do. Luke photographs the day and sends you the shots afterwards. Wine fees and lunch aren't included, giving you full control over spending and pace. A proper introduction to the Vale from someone who's been part of it since the mid-seventies.

Private Wine Tours McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills

Spend a full day exploring McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills wine regions in a private Toyota Prado with Shane Buckley, a local owner-operator who crafts your itinerary on the fly. This intimate tour fits groups of up to four people you know well, whether you're marking a celebration or simply chasing excellent wines and scenery. You'll travel between cellar doors with a knowledgeable guide, enjoy bottled water and snacks along the way, and have the flexibility to adjust plans as the day unfolds.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $240

★ 5.0 (69)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Private Canberra Winery Tour with lunch

A five-hour private tour through Canberra's cool-climate wine region, visiting small-batch producers who craft distinctive drops. Your guide steers you toward lesser-known cellar doors where you'll meet winemakers, taste their selections, and settle in for lunch at one of the estates. Transport, tastings, and a meal are all covered—just show up ready to learn what makes Canberra's terroir tick.

Low Island Snorkelling Private Charter Aboard Authentic Chinese Junk Boat

Charter the Shaolin, a traditional Chinese junk, for a full day exploring Low Island off the Australian coast. Your private boat accommodates up to 22 guests with a local crew steering you between snorkelling sites, a guided island walk, and leisurely sailing. Morning and afternoon tea plus a buffet lunch are served aboard. The crew tailors the itinerary to your group's interests, whether that's extra time underwater, relaxation on deck, or island exploration.

Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

Spend eight hours exploring the Blue Mountains' World Heritage landscape with a private guide, combining sweeping valley vistas and remote lookouts with close encounters at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Your group of four to twenty travels in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup included, visiting both signature spots and quieter corners most day-trippers miss. Morning tea and all wildlife park entry fees are covered, giving you flexibility to shape the day around what matters most to your crew.

Clare Valley Wine Tour. Local Guide, Clare Valley pickup, & lunch

A intimate six-and-a-half-hour wine tour through Clare Valley with a local guide who knows the region inside out. You'll visit several wineries, taste through their ranges, and enjoy lunch with a charcuterie platter whilst taking in the rolling vineyard landscape and colonial architecture. Limited to five guests per vehicle, so it's genuinely unhurried—no coach-load rushes, just the kind of day where you actually absorb what makes this South Australian wine country tick.

Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch

Spend a morning and afternoon exploring four craft breweries across Brisbane with a knowledgeable local guide. You'll walk through working production floors, chat directly with brewers about their methods and philosophies, and taste a range of beers that showcase the city's thriving independent scene. Lunch is included, giving you time to absorb what you've learned before moving to the next brewery. Small group sizes keep things intimate and allow genuine conversation.

Kangaroos, Rainforest & Waterfalls Experience - Small Group

Spend a full day spotting kangaroos and koalas roaming freely across protected bushland, then venture into Springbrook National Park to walk beneath cascading waterfalls and swim in rock pools. You'll traverse subtropical and temperate rainforest, visit two UNESCO heritage sites including the Natural Bridge, and finish with a homecooked meal served at a waterfall lookout. The 7–10 hour experience covers ground via private transport with a small group, making it ideal for those wanting wildlife encounters without the zoo setting.

7 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $189

Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

★ 5.0 (64)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

A full-day guided dive expedition to the outer Great Barrier Reef departing from Port Douglas, designed for certified divers. Your guide stays with you throughout the 9-hour trip, revealing reef formations and marine life while you explore pristine local dive sites. All equipment, meals, and refreshments are provided, allowing you to focus entirely on the underwater experience.

Hahndorf food and wine E-Bike Tour

Pedal through Adelaide Hills wine country on an electric bike, stopping at family-run wineries and artisan producers around Hahndorf. Over five hours, you'll taste wines at two vineyards, pick seasonal strawberries at Beerenberg Farm, and sample house-made cheese at Udder Delights. The e-bikes do the heavy lifting on hills, making this accessible regardless of fitness level. Your guide navigates the backroads and shares stories of the region's producers.

5 hoursfrom AUD $265

★ 5.0 (57)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch

Spend seven hours meeting Australia's iconic wildlife at the Reptile Park, then master boomerang throwing before feasting on a sprawling BBQ lunch. You'll hand-feed kangaroos, cuddle koalas, and learn why these encounters matter—every booking funds koala breeding programmes through Aussie Ark. Transport, meals, and all activities are sorted. Ideal for families, mates, or solo travellers after an authentic Australian day out.

Royal National Park Private Tour

A private nine-hour exploration of Royal National Park south of Sydney, where you'll navigate coastal cliffs, hidden beaches, and subtropical pockets on foot. Your guide drives and walks with you, adjusting pace and route to suit your group's appetite—whether that's tackling Eagle Rock's ridge or keeping things gentler. Along the way you'll encounter native wildlife, geological formations, and Bald Hill's sweeping ocean views. Lunch is included, as are professional photographs.

Barossa Discovery Day-A private, wine tour to the Barossa Valley

A private eight-hour wine tour of South Australia's Barossa Valley, designed around your preferences and guided by someone with two decades of regional expertise. You'll visit handpicked small producers away from the usual tourist circuit, with pickup and drop-off from Adelaide included. Groups run between two and six people, making it intimate enough to ask questions and flexible enough to linger where things click.

8 hoursfrom AUD $750

Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast

This 10–12 hour coastal loop departs Sydney and sweeps down the South Coast, hitting waterfalls, dramatic lookouts, and three distinct beaches. You'll cross the engineering marvel of Sea Cliff Bridge, hunt for whales and dolphins from clifftops, explore the Kiama Blowhole, and finish at Cave Beach where kangaroos roam freely. Professional drone footage and stills capture the day; snorkelling gear, sunscreen, and snacks are supplied.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $245

Brisbane Bus Tour: Max 10 people | Half Day | Morning tea inc.

★ 5.0 (45)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Brisbane Bus Tour: Max 10 people | Half Day | Morning tea inc.

A four-hour morning tour of Brisbane's key landmarks with a small group capped at ten people. Your guide navigates you through the city's riverfront precinct, standout parks, and elevated viewpoints whilst sharing local knowledge and neighbourhood anecdotes. The air-conditioned coach includes morning tea and a small gift, with proceeds supporting community initiatives.

Great Beach Drive 4WD Tour - Private Charter from Noosa to Rainbow Beach

A private 8-hour 4WD journey along the Sunshine Coast's most dramatic stretches, departing Noosa and finishing at Rainbow Beach. You'll navigate sand tracks, spot native wildlife, and stop at lookouts with views that shift constantly. The itinerary bends to your preferences—whether you want to linger at a particular beach or push on faster. Pickup from your accommodation, lunch, and park fees included. Fits up to four adults and two children.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1295

★ 5.0 (43)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Private City Tour: Best of Sydney

A five to six-hour private tour of Sydney tailored to your interests, travelling in a luxury SUV with a knowledgeable guide. Move beyond the standard circuit—from The Rocks and Harbour Bridge through quieter spots like Foreshore Hermitage Park and Strickland House—building your own itinerary at your own pace. Your guide weaves together Sydney's layered history and local culture, with flexibility to linger at scenic lookouts like Parsley Bay or grab lunch in Watsons Bay whenever suits you.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $385

★ 5.0 (42)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Big Red Full Day Private Tour

Explore the region in Australia's sole operating red London cab—a distinctive way to discover the countryside at your own pace. This seven-hour private tour lets you call the shots, visiting wineries, heritage sites and local spots tailored to your interests. The classic cab holds six passengers in air-conditioned comfort, making it feel more like travelling with mates than following a set itinerary. Wine estates, historical landmarks and regional food producers are all within reach, depending on what appeals to your group.

7h 15mfrom AUD $310

Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

★ 5.0 (41)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

Spend eight hours exploring Bowen, the quieter northern gateway to the Whitsundays. This guided day reveals the region's lesser-known beaches, geological formations and coastal lookouts alongside stories of shipwrecks, indigenous heritage and early exploration. Walk past the usual tourist trails to discover filming locations, quirky roadside landmarks and tucked-away swimming spots. Local guides with years of on-ground experience share the character of this working coastal town, finishing with lunch at the water's edge.

Wilsons Promontory Full Day Cruise

Spend nine hours aboard the Brianna Lee exploring Wilsons Promontory National Park's rugged coastline. You'll cruise past the iconic lighthouse, granite islands and seal colonies whilst spotting dolphins, eagles and seals. The highlight is a two-hour beach stop at Refuge Cove for swimming, snorkelling and lunch on white sand. Morning tea, afternoon tea and snacks keep you fuelled throughout the day.

Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise

A 4-hour harbour cruise aboard a sleek sports boat that weaves past Sydney's iconic waterfront before pulling up to a contemporary restaurant for lunch. You'll motor through quieter reaches where penguins and seals haunt the rocky shores, spot the grand homes of Sydney's wealthier residents, and frame shots of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from angles most tourists miss. The skipper keeps things lively with knowledge of local wildlife and harbour history, while numbers stay small at ten passengers maximum.

4 hoursfrom AUD $450

4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne's Iconic Highlights with Guide

★ 5.0 (39)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne's Iconic Highlights with Guide

A four-hour private exploration of Melbourne's standout landmarks, guided by a local who knows the city's rhythms. You'll travel in a comfortable vehicle with up to six others, stopping at the spots that define the place—whether that's Victorian architecture, street art laneways, or riverside precincts. Hotel collection and drop-off included; bring your own curiosity about what makes this city tick.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1499

Self Drive Boat Hire Sydney Harbour (No license required)

★ 5.0 (39)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Self Drive Boat Hire Sydney Harbour (No license required)

Take the helm of Coral, a compact cruiser that lets you navigate Sydney Harbour at your own pace without needing a skipper's ticket or prior experience. This seven-hour hire suits up to six people and includes a safety briefing to get you confident on the water. Putter along at a relaxed 11 km/h, spotting the Opera House and coastal views from your own floating platform. The boat has sheltered inside and outside seating, a cabin to duck into, and a deck table perfect for spreading out a picnic.

Mornington Peninsula Hike and Hot Springs Day Tour - Small Group

A 10-hour loop through Victoria's Mornington Peninsula combines coastal hiking with geothermal relaxation. Small groups (4–11 people) start at Arthur's Seat for sweeping views, then trek 5km through Bushrangers Bay spotting kangaroos and native birds before visiting Cape Schanck lighthouse. After refuelling at a local cafe, you'll spend two hours soaking in Peninsula Hot Springs' natural thermal pools and day-spa facilities. Best suited to those with solid fitness levels and a taste for mixing walking with warm water.

10 hoursfrom AUD $279

Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour

★ 5.0 (38)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Experience the Real Sydney with our Signature Tour

A six-hour small-group tour of Sydney that skips the tired clichés and instead reveals neighbourhoods, stories and vistas that locals actually care about. Your private guide navigates you through the city's layered history and folklore—engaging without ever feeling like a lecture—whilst keeping the pace measured so you actually absorb what you're seeing. Hotel pickup, water and snacks included.

6 hoursfrom AUD $995

Mornington Peninsula Day Tour. Your Day Your Way. Your group only

★ 5.0 (37)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Mornington Peninsula Day Tour. Your Day Your Way. Your group only

Explore the Mornington Peninsula with a dedicated guide steering a private vehicle just for your group of up to six. This 10.5-hour loop sweeps through dramatic coastline, quiet fishing villages, and national parkland south of Melbourne, with the itinerary shaped by your interests. Stop longer at a particular beach, detour to a walking trail, or skip ahead—the guide adapts throughout the day. Ideal for cruise passengers with variable schedules.

10h 30mfrom AUD $269

★ 5.0 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Blue Mountains Full Day Guided Tour

Spend eight hours exploring the Blue Mountains with a local guide who tailors the route to your interests and prior visits. You'll see dramatic valleys, distinctive rock formations, and lesser-known lookouts across the region's most photogenic stretches. Pickup from your Blue Mountains accommodation or Katoomba train station, with lunch at a local café included. The guide adjusts stops based on what you've already seen, so repeat visitors still discover fresh perspectives.

Uluru Private Tour Aboriginal guided option

A four-hour private tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park led by guides with deep regional knowledge, available at sunrise or sunset. You'll navigate rock formations, waterholes and ancient art sites across the park. Optional: bring an Anangu guide to deepen your understanding of the land's cultural significance and storytelling. The operation is Australian-owned and works directly with the local Aboriginal community.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1100

★ 5.0 (35)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Sydney City Private Tour

Spend eight hours discovering Sydney with a dedicated local guide who shapes the itinerary around your interests. Navigate the city's most recognisable landmarks—Harbour views, the Opera House, Bondi Beach—whilst also venturing into galleries, architectural pockets, museums, inner suburbs and neighbourhood cafes. You'll travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel or port pickup included, moving at a pace that feels genuinely exploratory rather than hurried.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1838

Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife - Private Regional Tour

★ 5.0 (35)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife - Private Regional Tour

Spend 7–9 hours exploring Victoria's Yarra Valley on a private tour built around your interests. You'll taste wines at cellar doors, sample locally made cheese or gin, and stop for gourmet morning tea and lunch at regional producers. The valley sits among mountain ranges and borders one of Australia's premier wildlife sanctuaries, so wildlife spotting sits alongside food and drink.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1120

Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

★ 5.0 (34)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

A private eight-hour expedition through the Blue Mountains, departing Sydney with your own guide in a luxury vehicle. Navigate UNESCO-listed escarpments, temperate rainforest, and waterfalls on foot, stopping at vantage points like the Three Sisters rock formation and village cafés in Leura. The route bends to your pace—linger at viewpoints, tackle longer walks, or explore at leisure. Suits all fitness levels and brings children along easily.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $544

From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Mornington Peninsula

★ 5.0 (33)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Mornington Peninsula

This self-paced hop-on hop-off service lets you explore the Mornington Peninsula's wine country at your own rhythm, just an hour south of Melbourne. Over seven hours, you'll visit up to four wineries of your choosing from a set timetable, with commentary and an audio guide app to enhance the experience. You're in control of the itinerary—the operator simply provides transport, chilled water, and a coolbox to stash your finds.

Port Douglas Tour Hook-A-Barra with Lunch

Chase barramundi in the safety of a working farm near Port Douglas, then eat what you've caught. This four-hour experience combines land-based fishing with a tour of an award-winning barramundi operation and a paddock-to-plate lunch. You'll get hands-on with the fish, learn how they're farmed, and taste the results with help from experienced guides throughout.

4 hoursfrom AUD $155

★ 5.0 (31)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Pinnacles Desert Private Day Tour

A private eight- to ten-hour tour through Western Australia's Pinnacles Desert, limited to nine people maximum. You control the pace, lingering as long as you'd like among the limestone columns that spike the golden landscape. The Desert Discovery Centre provides geological and Indigenous context for the formations. Optional stops en route—such as Lancelin's dunes or Yanchep National Park—can be added if time allows, making this a flexible introduction to one of Australia's most distinctive desert regions.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $557

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