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Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region

★ 5.0 (20)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region

Pedal through the Yarra Valley's vineyard-studded landscape on the Warburton Rail Trail, a flat six-hour loop perfect for those wanting countryside without intensity. Your guide steers you past market gardens and native bushland, stopping for morning coffee before heading to a cellar door lunch featuring wood-fired pizza and local wine. The afternoon unfolds at your own pace across produce shops and more tastings, tailored to your appetite and fitness level.

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.

Nitmiluk Scenic Express Helicopter Tour Fly Over 3 Gorges

Strap in for a 10-minute helicopter dash over Australia's Katherine Gorge, seeing what boat passengers miss entirely. You'll lift off from the helipad, sweep past the visitor precinct, then bank hard into three separate gorge systems carved deep into the Territory landscape. The aerial vantage reveals the gorge's true scale and the intricate rock formations that define this place—Jedda's Rock, Butterfly Gorge, and Lily Pond stack up fast at altitude before you head back.

10 minfrom AUD $175

★ 5.0 (20)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Private Tour

Eight hours charting Sydney's landmarks and lesser-known corners in a private vehicle with your own guide. You'll tick off the Opera House and Harbour Bridge whilst steering clear of tour-bus queues, then venture into neighbourhoods locals actually frequent. The itinerary bends to suit your interests—linger where things grab you, skip what doesn't. Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $478

★ 5.0 (20)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour

Rocky Road Tours operates private Sydney city tours steered by the owner himself, running 5–7 hours at a pace that suits you. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to corners of the city larger tour coaches can't reach, with Rocky tailoring stops around your interests—whether that's heritage, local food, or iconic vistas. You'll have time to linger and soak in each location rather than tick boxes against a schedule.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $399

Buderim Forest Flight Owl Encounter and Tour

★ 5.0 (20)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

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

★ 5.0 (20)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Optus Stadium VERTIGO by Twilight

Test your nerve on VERTIGO, Optus Stadium's rooftop edge-walk experience. Suspended 10 metres above ground with a harness as your only support, you'll traverse the stadium's rim with no railings between you and the view. The 90-minute adventure includes a professional safety leader, digital photos, and a souvenir cap. Pure adrenaline, zero safety net—except the one literally holding you up.

Mountain Bike Tour - Cairns

Tackle Smithfield's legendary trail network near Cairns on a guided 4-hour mountain bike adventure. Australia's oldest dedicated bike park sprawls across 60+ kilometres of terrain—everything from gentle green runs to gnarly black diamonds—carving through rainforest thick with vines, bridging creek crossings, and climbing ridges with [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) views. An e-mountain bike takes the sting out of climbs, letting you focus on the riding.

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

Private Swan Valley Wine Tour | Mercedes V-Class Experience

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Private Swan Valley Wine Tour | Mercedes V-Class Experience

Spend 6–7 hours touring Swan Valley's finest wineries, breweries, and distilleries in a private Mercedes V-Class with Ben or Lauren, your local guides. They'll tailor the route to your tastes, stopping at hand-picked producers across Perth's premium wine region. Between venues, settle into luxury seating with sparkling wine, craft beer, and a gourmet cheese board at a scenic pull-over. Pickup anywhere in metro Perth, flexible start times.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $400

Small-Group Weekend Rock Climbing Adventure from Katoomba

★ 5.0 (19)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Small-Group Weekend Rock Climbing Adventure from Katoomba

Learn genuine rock climbing skills over a weekend in the Blue Mountains near Katoomba. This two-day course bridges the gap between gym walls and real stone, teaching rope work and technical movement on actual Blue Mountains crags. You'll climb alongside a professional guide, master world-standard techniques, and tackle multiple pitches across the region's best outdoor sites. Suitable for complete beginners through to climbers transitioning from indoor gyms.

Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

This nine-and-a-half-hour circuit from Cairns threads together wetlands, waterfalls and rainforest canopy in one day. You'll walk through Cattana Wetlands with a driver guide, reach Barron Falls with a Djabugay cultural ranger who explains the country's significance, taste coffee and liqueur at Skybury plantation, sample artisan ice cream at Emerald Creek, then glide above the World Heritage rainforest on the Skyrail Cableway. Small group size keeps things intimate; transport, meals and entry fees are included.

Coal River Valley Wine Tour

Spend a full day exploring the Coal River Valley's finest wineries in small-group comfort. You'll visit four cellar doors (rotated weekly, requests welcomed), enjoy a chef-prepared lunch with valley views, and taste local cheeses. Travel in luxury Mercedes minibuses with pickup and drop-off from central Hobart. All tastings, lunch, and water are included—no hidden costs. Whether you're a curious newcomer or seasoned collector, the relaxed pace and genuine hospitality make this worth the day.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $225

★ 5.0 (19)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Spring Wildflower Private Day Tours

Spend eight to nine hours hunting wildflowers across Australian spring countryside with a private guide who tailors the route to your interests. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with just your group—no shared bookings—stopping at parkland and rural spots as conditions and blooms dictate. Your guide photographs the day so you leave with images of what you've found. Spring wildflower displays shift week to week, so each tour offers surprises alongside planned stops.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $551

★ 5.0 (19)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

St Kilda SUP Group Lesson

When Jake from our team grabbed a board at St Kilda, we found ourselves in a proper beginner-friendly SUP session that splits the 90 minutes between solid instruction and genuine water time. St Kilda's the sort of beach spot where you'll rub shoulders with locals and tourists alike — lively, casual, and dotted with the usual foreshore cafes. The lesson kicks off with the basics on land, then you're out on the water for a full hour to get your balance sorted and actually enjoy yourself. It's surprisingly approachable for first-timers, and the gear's all there waiting.

1h 30mfrom AUD $62

Perth Wildlife Park & City Highlights - Premium Small Group Tour

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Perth Wildlife Park & City Highlights - Premium Small Group Tour

A seven-hour small-group tour (maximum 10 people) combining Western Australian wildlife encounters with wine country and coastal scenery. Start at an animal park for close meetings with native creatures, move to Swan Valley for tastings and lunch at a heritage winery, then drive along Perth's coastline to a pristine beach. Finish at Kings Park for sweeping views across the city and Swan River. Pickup from central Perth locations.

Mossman Highlights eBike Tour

Pedal through Far North Queensland's quiet backroads and charming hamlets on an electric bike, powered by GPS directions to handpicked stops. This 4–5 hour loop takes in Mossman Gorge's swimming hole, a working chocolate producer, Shannonvale's vineyard, and the local markets. The e-assist means gentle grades and minimal sweat—perfect for families keen to cover ground without grinding.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $179

The Top Ten Hidden Harbour Beaches Tour with Jen

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

The Top Ten Hidden Harbour Beaches Tour with Jen

Explore Sydney's lesser-known harbour beaches with local guide Jen over three hours. This private tour weaves between secluded coves and upmarket waterfront neighbourhoods, mixing short walks with scenic drives to spots coach tours miss. You'll learn the area's history, stop for photos at hidden vantage points, then finish at Bondi for swimming, shopping, or coastal walks. A chance to see the landscape as locals do, rather than from a standard itinerary.

2 Day Cradle Mountain Tour / Hobart return / Inc. Accommodation

A two-day guided escape from Hobart into Tasmania's rugged backcountry, taking in Cradle Mountain National Park with hikes through temperate rainforest, past thundering waterfalls and into alpine terrain. Small groups (max 13) mean genuine connections with your guide and each other. You'll stay at a lakeside lodge and return to Hobart by day three, having spotted native wildlife and covered some of the island's most dramatic landscape on foot.

Hunter Gleann Private Tour- Indulgence Wine Tour (Full Day)

A bespoke six-hour wine tour through Hunter Valley with a private chauffeur who curates your itinerary around boutique wineries. You'll choose from a pre-selected list of venues or let your guide design the day based on your preferences. James brings local knowledge of the region and vineyard operations to each stop, handling all driving so you can taste freely and explore at leisure.

Gold Coast 2 Hr Sunset Private Sailing Charter with Drinks & Food

Sail the sheltered Gold Coast Broadwater on a private two-hour charter with up to 10 guests. You'll glide across calm waters whilst sipping complimentary wine or beer (or soft drinks) and grazing a deluxe spread. Watch for dolphins, rays and sea eagles cruising overhead. The crew handles everything—navigation, catering, comfort—leaving you to soak in the afternoon light and good company. Perfect whether you're new to sailing or a seasoned hand.

Private custom Penguin Tour with Premium Penguin Tickets

This private 10-hour tour takes you to Phillip Island to witness the nightly Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at dusk. Your local guide drives a small group (up to six) in a luxury vehicle, stopping at dramatic coastal landmarks including Cape Woolamai and The Nobbies, where you'll spot native wildlife in their natural habitat. Premium viewing tickets are included, offering front-row access to the parade. Hotel pickup and drop-off make logistics straightforward.

10 hoursfrom AUD $2899

★ 5.0 (19)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Treasures of Broome Tour

Spend four hours tracing Broome's pearling heritage with a guide who knows the stories locals live by. You'll watch the pearl harvest at Cygnet Bay, sample fresh pearl meat, browse the Black Stump Gallery's art, and finish with sunset drinks at Cable Beach. Transport, lunch at Mr Saigon, and beverages throughout are all sorted.

McLaren Vale Private Wine Tour

Spend seven to nine hours touring McLaren Vale's most distinctive wineries with a knowledgeable local driver. The journey starts with a scenic 50-minute drive south from Adelaide through country towns and vineyard landscapes, then settles into tastings at carefully selected cellar doors. Visit the striking d'Arenberg Cube—a geometric architectural statement housing wines and exhibitions—and enjoy access to barrel rooms and conversations with winemakers when available. A regional lunch platter rounds out the day at one of the region's cellar doors.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $350

Booloumba Falls & Booloumba Creek Adventure, Conondale Nat. Park

★ 5.0 (19)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Booloumba Falls & Booloumba Creek Adventure, Conondale Nat. Park

A seven-hour 4x4 expedition through Conondale National Park centred on Booloumba Falls and Booloumba Creek. You'll navigate rough tracks in a customised Jeep Wrangler with a guide who adjusts the route based on your interests—whether that's rainforest sections, creek crossings, or quieter valleys. The day includes snacks and a picnic lunch, giving you time to explore at your own pace rather than stick to a rigid schedule.

Beautiful Middle Harbour Sunriser / Guided Kayaking Private Tour

Paddle out on Middle Harbour before dawn to watch the sun rise over Sydney's Heads on this intimate private kayak tour for up to four people. You'll spend two and a half hours exploring the waterway's quieter reaches—potentially reaching Grotto Point Lighthouse, Cobbler's Beach or Balmoral depending on conditions—stopping midway for hot coffee and fresh breakfast. The double sea kayaks are exceptionally light and stable, designed for smooth gliding across calm waters.

Behind The Scenes Tour with Food & Wine Pairing

Walk through Cape Mentelle's winemaking operations, from vineyard to cellar, then taste a curated selection of wines paired with local produce in the original Cabernet Cellar. Over two hours, you'll learn why certain flavours complement or contrast with one another, guided by a local expert. Adults only, groups capped at ten.

Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at sunrise

Catch wild kangaroos and wallabies as they emerge at first light on an Airlie Beach shoreline, with the Coral Sea sunrise as your backdrop. This six-hour small-group outing includes a traditional Drovers breakfast of bacon and egg damper rolls, a guided chat about local wildlife, and an optional stop at a retro local café on the return. Eco-certified and built for early risers keen to see the Whitsundays on its own terms.

Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD for 1 to 2 pax

Skip the airport queue chaos and ride into Sydney CBD in a private air-conditioned SUV. This point-to-point transfer handles one or two passengers plus luggage, departing from either international or domestic terminals and heading straight to your hotel or address. Your driver's location streams to your phone in real time, so you'll know exactly when they're pulling up. No shared minibuses, no detours—just a direct route through traffic to get you settled.

Most Popular Winery Tour in the Macedon Ranges

Spend a day tasting your way through the Macedon Ranges, Victoria's cool-climate wine region just outside [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). This 10-hour tour takes small groups through family-run wineries, craft breweries, and gin distilleries with knowledgeable local guides. You'll meet the makers behind the bottles, understand what makes the region's terroir special, and enjoy food pairings at each stop. Perfect for mates, couples, or small celebrations seeking something beyond the usual city escape.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1090

Self Guided E Bike Ride - Distillery, Rainforest & Rail Trail

★ 5.0 (18)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Self Guided E Bike Ride - Distillery, Rainforest & Rail Trail

Pedal through the Tweed hinterland on a premium e-bike, navigating yourself via smartphone app from Mooball through the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, rainforest sections, and quiet country roads. You'll ride at your own pace, spot historic bridges and tunnels, and finish at Husk Farm Distillery where rum and gin await. The 5–6 hour route is self-directed, giving you freedom to linger at viewpoints or take detours. All gear supplied: e-bike, helmet, lights, navigation briefing included.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $179

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch

★ 5.0 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch

A 12-hour small group tour along Australia's Great Ocean Road, exploring the dramatic Twelve Apostles rock formations and Loch Ard Gorge with a guide who brings local knowledge to the journey. Your minibus—small enough to reach spots larger coaches can't access—includes morning tea by the shore and lunch, with genuine interaction that feels more like travelling with mates than ticking boxes on a tour itinerary.

12 hoursfrom AUD $160

★ 5.0 (18)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise

Glide through Gold Coast waterways aboard a silent electric vessel with a local guide steering the route. Choose between 1 to 5 hours exploring the network of canals, mansions and urban coastline. The whisper-quiet boats handle gently enough for first-time boaters, accommodating up to 10 passengers. You'll drift past architectural landmarks and native wildlife without engine noise cutting into the experience.

1 hour – 5 hoursfrom AUD $205

Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.

★ 5.0 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.

Skip the Airlie Beach crowds and head north to Bowen, a quieter coastal town with dramatic beaches and quiet viewpoints. This six-hour small-group tour with Airlie Adventure Tours (Eco Tourism Australia Certified) hits the scenic spots locals actually frequent — coves tucked away from the main tourist drag, stretches of sand backed by bushland, and vantage points across the Whitsundays. Prawns and sparkling wine bookend the day, with snacks and water refills throughout.

6 hoursfrom AUD $155

Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

★ 5.0 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

A nine-hour private tour that sweeps across Sydney's northern beaches and coastal parks. You'll start with harbour views at Georges Heights, then move through Manly and Shelley Beach before climbing to North Head's expansive lookout. After a guide-prepared lunch at a scenic spot, walk out to Barrenjoey Lighthouse at Palm Beach, drive the dramatic coastline to Avalon, and finish at Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park exploring Aboriginal rock art and West Head's vistas. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Sirromet Winery + CBD & Mt Coot-tha Private Helicopter Experience

Fly by private helicopter from Brisbane CBD over Mt Coot-tha to Sirromet Winery, taking in the city's skyline and surrounding landscape en route. This 2.5-hour experience accommodates up to three passengers and delivers you to the vineyard's Tuscan Terrace for lunch or independent exploration. Activities and meals onsite are arranged separately, giving you flexibility to shape your visit.

2h 30mfrom AUD $699

Darwin Cyclone 30 Minutes Helicopter Tour

★ 5.0 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Darwin Cyclone 30 Minutes Helicopter Tour

Gain a swift aerial perspective of Darwin's distinctive landmarks on this 30-minute helicopter circuit. You'll scout the coastal layout, harbour features, and key sites that warrant closer inspection on foot. The flight offers orientation and context that ground-based exploration can't match, helping you plan your remaining time in the city. Minimum two passengers required.

30 minfrom AUD $470

Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

★ 5.0 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

Experience the Great Ocean Road's most celebrated landmarks on this full-day expedition from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Departing early on Wednesday mornings, you'll beat the peak crowds while your local guide steers you through twelve hours of coastal scenery—towering cliffs, hidden coves, and the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations. All transport, guide expertise, and national park access are included; bring your own snacks or plan meal stops en route.

12 hoursfrom AUD $189

★ 5.0 (17)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

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.

Private Surf Lesson

A three-hour private surfing lesson with a qualified instructor at Australia's best breaks for the day. You'll get picked up from your hotel, transported to the beach with all gear provided, and receive one-on-one coaching tailored to your level. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique, your instructor will have you reading waves and standing on the board within the session.

3 hoursfrom AUD $339

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Tours in Australia

Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region

Historic Walking Tour of Glebe

Nitmiluk Scenic Express Helicopter Tour Fly Over 3 Gorges

Sydney Uncovered Full-Day Private Tour

Explore Sydney on Your Own Private Tour

Buderim Forest Flight Owl Encounter and Tour

Optus Stadium VERTIGO by Twilight

Mountain Bike Tour - Cairns

3 Hour Helicopter Wine Tasting Tour in Hunter Valley

Private Swan Valley Wine Tour | Mercedes V-Class Experience

Small-Group Weekend Rock Climbing Adventure from Katoomba

Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

Coal River Valley Wine Tour

Spring Wildflower Private Day Tours

St Kilda SUP Group Lesson

Perth Wildlife Park & City Highlights - Premium Small Group Tour

Mossman Highlights eBike Tour

The Top Ten Hidden Harbour Beaches Tour with Jen

2 Day Cradle Mountain Tour / Hobart return / Inc. Accommodation

Hunter Gleann Private Tour- Indulgence Wine Tour (Full Day)

Gold Coast 2 Hr Sunset Private Sailing Charter with Drinks & Food

Private custom Penguin Tour with Premium Penguin Tickets

Treasures of Broome Tour

McLaren Vale Private Wine Tour

Booloumba Falls & Booloumba Creek Adventure, Conondale Nat. Park

Beautiful Middle Harbour Sunriser / Guided Kayaking Private Tour

Behind The Scenes Tour with Food & Wine Pairing

Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at sunrise

Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD for 1 to 2 pax

*Most Popular* Winery Tour in the Macedon Ranges

Self Guided E Bike Ride - Distillery, Rainforest & Rail Trail

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch

Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise

Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.

Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

Sirromet Winery + CBD & Mt Coot-tha Private Helicopter Experience

Darwin Cyclone 30 Minutes Helicopter Tour

Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

Ancient Egypt Night Tour

Private Surf Lesson

Most Popular Winery Tour in the Macedon Ranges