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Tours in Australia

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Private 2 Hour Highlights Cruise of Sydney Harbour - Up to 6

A private two-hour cruise departing Darling Harbour into Sydney Harbour aboard a handcrafted timber vessel. You'll drift past Sydney's landmarks with a knowledgeable skipper while enjoying local cheese, water, and sparkling wine. Perfect for up to six passengers seeking a leisurely way to experience the harbour's geography and light as the sun descends over the cityscape.

Half Day Outer Reef Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas

Sprint out to Port Douglas's Outer Reef in a zippy speedboat, reaching pristine snorkelling grounds in under two hours. With just 14 passengers max, you get genuine elbow room to explore coral and fish at your own pace. The boat ride itself—quick enough to sidestep seasickness—is half the appeal. Includes wetsuit, mask and fins; just bring your own snacks and sunscreen.

Stand Up Paddle Board Hire - 2 Hours

Grab a board and paddle for two hours along Australian waters with staff who'll teach you the fundamentals of stand-up paddleboarding. You'll learn proper technique, get fitted with gear, and head out with a paddle and dry bag. The session suits those with moderate fitness who can swim 150 metres comfortably. It's a straightforward way to get on the water without committing to a full course.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50

'56 Chevrolet 3-hr Melbourne Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)

★ 5.0 (16)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

'56 Chevrolet 3-hr Melbourne Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)

Cruise Melbourne in a restored 1950s Chevrolet for three hours, tailored to your interests. Choose a preset route or design your own—head north to the Dandenongs, east towards the Yarra Valley wineries, south to Port Phillip Bay's beaches, or west into goldfields country. Stop at galleries, breweries, cafés, coastal walks or historic towns depending on your direction. Departures run 10am to 4pm daily, accommodating up to four passengers.

3 hoursfrom AUD $540

Rottnest Island 90-minute E-Rickshaw Adventure with Tour Guide

★ 5.0 (16)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Rottnest Island 90-minute E-Rickshaw Adventure with Tour Guide

Glide around Rottnest Island's 18km loop in an electric rickshaw, guided by a local who'll point out quokkas, WWII bunkers, and shipwreck sites along the way. This 90-minute tour skips the pedalling, letting you absorb coastal scenery and island history without exertion. Perfect for families, first-timers, or anyone wanting a comfortable overview before heading out to explore on foot.

2 1/2 Hr Private Skippered Yacht Charter and Platter on Pittwater

Charter a private yacht on Pittwater with a professional skipper at the helm while you relax on deck. Over two and a half hours, you'll cruise the sparkling waters—sailing, motoring, or anchoring for a swim—while tucking into a generous shared platter. Choose from seafood, cold meats, vegetarian, or cheese and charcuterie options, all prepared to suit dietary requirements. It's steering without the responsibility, with your skipper handling navigation and hospitality.

Buderim Forest Flight Owl Encounter and Tour

Hand-feed and fly Barking Owls and Eastern Barn Owls through a Sunshine Coast forest park near Buderim. This 60–90 minute encounter pairs close-up wildlife interaction with a guided walk exploring the region's natural history and landscape. You'll handle the birds under expert supervision, learn owl behaviour and ecology, and move at a pace suitable for all fitness levels. Book for 2–4 people; solo visitors pay a minimum two-person rate.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $160

Small Group Personalised Private Tours Melbourne (up to 14 pax)

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Small Group Personalised Private Tours Melbourne (up to 14 pax)

Customised private tours around Melbourne and regional Victoria with experienced drivers who know the territory well. Choose your own itinerary—from the dramatic cliffs of Great Ocean Road to the rolling vineyards of Yarra Valley or Phillip Island's wildlife spectacles. Travels in spacious, comfortable vehicles for groups up to 14 people or solo explorers, with fixed transparent pricing and all essentials included. Tours run from one hour to a full day depending on your interests.

1 hour – 10 hoursfrom AUD $890

Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 13)

★ 5.0 (15)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 13)

Small-group surf lessons for children aged 6–13 at The Spit, a sheltered local beach near Main Beach, Australia. Two-hour sessions keep numbers tight (maximum four per instructor) so your child gets genuine attention from qualified coaches. The calm, shallow waters and stunning Surfers Paradise backdrop make it an ideal spot to learn the basics without the crowds or hazard. Equipment, facilities and all-day parking included.

The Mystery of the Missing Professor Escape Room in Brisbane

Step into an alternate reality where something unsettling lurks beneath the familiar surface. Professor H Geber, your guide to the Realm of Mystery, has vanished after hinting at a major breakthrough. You and your team have 60 minutes to navigate this strange dimension, piece together his research, and uncover what happened to him. The clock is ticking in Brisbane's most bewildering puzzle experience.

Jet Ski Safaris - 30 Minute Jet Ski Hire

Tear up the Gold Coast's purpose-built jet ski circuit on a high-powered machine. This 90-minute session takes place on a sheltered 1km loop designed specifically for safe, flat-out riding. You'll get a thorough safety rundown from experienced staff before hitting the water. The course suits both precision riders threading around marker buoys and those keen to push the throttle hard.

Walk on Country at Taananeditj (Rotary Lookout)

Walk the Rotary trail at Taananeditj with a Nyungar guide who shares knowledge of seasonal plants, bush foods, and traditional land management practices across ninety minutes. Based in Esperance, Western Australia, this moderate walk reveals how Country sustains itself through the year—you'll learn plant names in language, taste what grows here, and understand preparation methods passed down through generations. A chance to see the landscape through different eyes.

Truffle Hunt and Taste Experience in Oberon, NSW Australia

Hunt for black truffles across farmland near Oberon with trained dogs, then taste your finds paired with complementary dishes back at the property. This three-hour experience reveals why these fungi command premium prices and teaches you how to spot them in the wild. You'll taste truffles integrated into dishes featuring eggs, dairy, nuts and fat-rich ingredients that amplify their distinctive earthy flavour.

Sydney Harbour Twilight Cruise

Glide across Sydney Harbour as daylight fades, taking in the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and waterfront mansions from a private cruiser. You'll have ninety minutes to watch the sky shift colour whilst sipping French champagne and soaking in views most visitors miss. The boat departs at 4:15pm (April–September), giving you the rest of your day free before stepping aboard for this slower-paced way to see why locals never tire of the water.

Mooloolaba Whale Watching – Small Group Tour

A 2-hour small-group boat tour from Mooloolaba designed to watch humpback whales during their migration along the Sunshine Coast. With a maximum of 20 passengers, you'll observe breaches, tail slaps and other natural behaviours from close range. The skipper provides live commentary on whale biology and behaviour throughout the outing, combining observation with education in one compact experience.

Historic Walking Tour of Glebe

Explore Glebe on foot with a guide who unpacks the suburb's layered past—from grand Victorian and Edwardian architecture to the industrial grit and wealth that shaped it. This one-hour walk happens Saturday mornings and reveals how Glebe became Sydney's most socially complex inner neighbourhood. You'll read the built environment like a history book, spotting the fingerprints of workers, merchants, and wealthy residents across its streets.

Opal polishing workshops in beautiful Mudgee wine country

Polish genuine Australian opal in Mudgee wine country during this two-hour hands-on workshop. You'll work with rough stones, learning techniques to reveal their hidden potential. There's real financial upside here—the finished opal you take home often exceeds what you paid for the experience. Since rough opal's true value only emerges after polishing, each session is genuinely unpredictable. With opal fields closing and demand rising, the stones themselves are becoming harder to source, making this a practical way to acquire a piece of Australian geology.

Sydney Whale Watching on Small RIB

A high-octane whale-watching run aboard a 12-person RIB that trades bulk for speed and access. You'll motor quickly to the feeding grounds off Sydney's coast where humpbacks and other cetaceans congregate, giving you more face-time with the animals and fewer fellow passengers. The crew knows their stuff—they'll explain what you're seeing as it happens. Two hours total. Whale sighting guaranteed or return free.

Ancient Egypt Night Tour

Step into a three-millennia-old world with a night-time guided walk through Cairns' Tomb of the Pharaohs, exploring eleven burial chambers and the rituals surrounding death in ancient Egypt. This 90-minute after-hours tour peels back layers of Egyptian funerary custom, revealing how pharaohs and queens were honoured in the afterlife. You'll move through recreated tombs that bring mummification practices and burial traditions to life, gaining insight into beliefs that shaped one of history's greatest civilisations.

Heart Reef & Whitehaven Rest and Relax - 2.5Hr Helicopter Tour

Soar over the Whitsundays in a helicopter, landing on Whitehaven Beach for ninety minutes of swimming and snacking. You'll touch down on the famous white sand, refuel with drinks and canapés, then take flight again to spot Heart Reef's iconic turquoise outline from above. The route circles back via Hayman, Hook and the Molle Island chain, giving you sweeping views of this corner of the Great Barrier Reef.

2h 30m – 3h 30mfrom AUD $1183

Sunshine Coast and Noosa Private Tour Inc. 2-Course Gourmet Lunch

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Sunshine Coast and Noosa Private Tour Inc. 2-Course Gourmet Lunch

A customised private tour of the Sunshine Coast and Noosa built around your interests, not a preset itinerary. Your local guide steers you towards both signature spots and quieter corners, keeping driving time minimal so you spend more time exploring. A two-course lakeside lunch for two is included, along with hotel pickups and dropoffs. Runs 1–7 hours depending on what you want to see.

1 hour – 7 hoursfrom AUD $375

Gold Coast: 1-Hour Jetski Tour from Surfers Paradise

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Gold Coast: 1-Hour Jetski Tour from Surfers Paradise

Throttle across the Gold Coast's waterways on a personal jet ski, starting in Surfers Paradise before opening up on the Broadwater. This two-hour experience pairs a guide on their own ski with your chance to dial the intensity up or down—cruise past riverside estates and mangrove channels, or push harder around sandbars and island outcrops. You control the speed; the guide ensures you've got the skills to handle it.

Whale Watching on Speed Boat with canopy from Sydney Harbour

Chase migrating whales across the Tasman Sea from Sydney Harbour aboard a high-speed catamaran built for close-range encounters. This 2-hour adrenaline-fuelled expedition gets you to the pods faster than traditional boats, with an open design that puts you metres from these marine giants. Waterproof jackets supplied; your guide handles navigation while you focus on capturing the moment.

3 Hour Helicopter Wine Tasting Tour in Hunter Valley

Skip the vineyard coach tour and arrive by helicopter across Hunter Valley's rolling wine estates. This three-to-four-hour flight combines aerial views of the region's most celebrated producers with two separate 45-minute tastings at acclaimed wineries. Your pilot navigates you between stops, landing directly at each venue, before returning you to Cessnock airport. It's a rare chance to experience the valley's geography and hospitality without road time.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $382

Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht

★ 5.0 (13)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht

Sail Sydney Harbour aboard Southwinds, a 61-foot classic yacht, on this 2.5-hour hands-on experience departing from Manly. Work alongside experienced skippers to hoist sails and take the helm past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, or simply watch from deck. No sailing knowledge required—you control your level of involvement. A tender ferries you from Manly Sailing to the yacht anchored in the bay.

Abseiling Adventure in Adelaide

Learn rope descent techniques from accredited instructors, then abseil down natural rock walls in Morialta Gorge near Adelaide. This three-hour session gives you hands-on training in safety and equipment handling before you tackle the cliff face, with views across the conservation park and St Vincent Gulf. Local koalas often inhabit the surrounding eucalyptus trees, adding wildlife spotting to the experience.

Glow Worm Tunnel Evening Guided Tour

Pedal through a limestone tunnel alive with glowworms near Byron Bay on this 3-hour evening adventure. Your guide collects you from accommodation and supplies an e-bike fitted with lights to navigate the 500-metre passage safely after dark. Watch thousands of bioluminescent creatures adorning the tunnel walls—a genuinely rare sighting in their undisturbed environment, not a contrived tourist setup.

Private Melbourne Nightlife Experience

Skip the tourist circuits and experience Melbourne's after-dark culture with a local guide who knows where to go. Over three to four hours, you'll hop between neighbourhood bars and intimate venues, sampling cocktails and wine whilst grazing on progressive small plates and dessert. Your host—someone who actually lives this scene—shares the stories behind the city's colourful past: the old speakeasies, the rogues, the music venues that shaped it all. Tailored entirely to your tastes, this is nightlife on your terms.

1 hour – 4 hoursfrom AUD $820

★ 5.0 (12)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Kitesurfing Lesson

Learn kitesurfing across three hours at Shark Bay in Western Australia, where instructors prioritise safety and environmental stewardship. You'll progress from fundamentals to independent riding, using rental gear and local knowledge to build skills that stick. The lesson includes a safari component and a downwinder run, giving you real water time alongside instruction.

Helicopter Tour - Sirromet Winery & Scenic Flight

Fly by helicopter from Brisbane to Sirromet Winery at Mount Cotton, landing in style for a two-hour vineyard visit. This three-hour experience pairs aerial views of Brisbane's CBD with time to taste wines, explore manicured grounds, and dine at the estate's restaurants—all at your own pace. Your pilot waits on standby via text, ready for the scenic return flight whenever you wish. Groups up to 30 accommodated across multiple aircraft.

3 hoursfrom AUD $594

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Melbourne City Private Walking Tour

This 2.5-hour private walking tour cuts through Melbourne's layers with a local who knows the backstreets and stories. You'll move from the raw history of the Old Melbourne Gaol through the ornate Victorian shopfronts of the Block Arcade and beyond, hitting the landmarks that actually matter. Private means your guide is yours alone—ask what you want, get genuine local tips, and skip the generic commentary.

Trevena Glen Farm Animal Experience

Spend an hour at Trevena Glen Farm getting up close with working farm animals. You'll move through the property observing daily farm operations whilst handling donkeys, alpacas, goats, sheep, pigs, horses, chickens, guinea pigs, a turkey and a cow. It's a hands-on session designed for small groups keen to connect with livestock rather than a passive tour. All ages welcome, with children needing adult supervision.

Sunset Paddle Session on Sydney Harbour (single kayak)

Paddle across Sydney Harbour in a single kayak during golden hour, with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge framing your route. This 90-minute session runs at varying times depending on sunset, departing roughly an hour before dusk. You'll move at an easy pace suitable for complete beginners through to experienced paddlers, guided by qualified staff who prioritise safety without sacrificing the thrill of being on the water as the city's landmarks light up.

Parasailing on the Gold Coast, Fly solo, Tandem or Triple

Launch yourself 300 metres above the Gold Coast on a solo, tandem, or triple parasail. You'll drift over Surfers Paradise and the Broadwater for two hours of uninterrupted coastline views. Whether you're chasing a personal thrill or sharing the experience, you'll be harnessed safely and fitted with all gear on site. Perfect for anyone wanting to see the strip from an angle most tourists never reach.

Rainbow Beach: Surf Lesson Safari & Beach 4WD Double Island Point

A three-hour surf lesson at Double Island Point, accessible only by 4WD across Rainbow Beach. You'll paddle into one of Australia's longest waves within a protected Marine Park, with qualified instructors guiding you through fundamentals in waist-deep, crystalline waters. The remoteness keeps crowds at bay, making this Queensland gem ideal for learning on genuinely quality swells that let you progress fast.

Gold Coast 30 Minute Jetski Tour in Surfers Paradise

Tear across the Gold Coast's waterways on a jet ski, starting with confidence-building laps before heading out on a 15km coastal run. You'll throttle past the Surfers Paradise skyline, skim sandbars around South Stradbroke Island, and spot wildlife along subtropical shores. Choose your pace—flat out or cruising—then loop back to base. The whole outing takes 90 minutes and suits riders aged 7 and up, with younger kids welcome as passengers.

Printhie Wines Private Picnic & Wine Experience – Orange

Spend two hours at Printhie Wines in Orange with a private picnic across the vineyard estate. You'll taste a selection of wines from the Topography range, then claim your own spot among rolling hills and apple orchards to eat from a gourmet hamper stocked with charcuterie, cheese, fruit and seasonal treats. A guided tasting helps you choose a bottle to take home.

Bondi & Sydney Sights Trike Tour 1.5hrs

Ride through Sydney's coastal and urban landmarks aboard a three-wheeled trike with a local enthusiast guide. This 90-minute tour takes you through Bondi and beyond, where you'll experience the city from an open-air perspective—wind, salt air, and all. Your guide steers their pride-and-joy vehicle whilst sharing insider knowledge of neighbourhoods, beaches, and hidden spots. Groups of 2–3 passengers sit behind the rider, swapping stories and snapping photos along the way.

Broome's Creeks & Coast: 45-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight

Lift off from Broome for a 45-minute helicopter circuit tracing the coastline and inland waterways. You'll sweep low over Cable Beach, then head north across Willie Creek's pearl farms—watch for saltwater crocs in the shallows—before banking past wild horses on the flats. The route follows Barred Creek to Quandong Point's dramatic reef and red cliffs, then returns along the coast via Gantheaume Point lighthouse and Dampier Creek, with regular sightings of marine life in the shallows below.

Historic and Cultural Canberra Private Walking Tour

Walk through two hours of Canberra's political and cultural heart with a local guide. Starting at Parliament House, you'll see the marble grandeur of both chambers, then move through Old Parliament House Gardens where Australia's democracy took root. The route takes in a rare 1297 Magna Carta, the National Library's collection, Commonwealth Place's flag displays, and finishes at the National Gallery to encounter the world's most significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art holdings. Architecture, governance, and artistic heritage come alive through ground-level storytelling.

2 hoursfrom AUD $510

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