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Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

★ 4.8 (354)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

This 13-hour coastal drive traces one of Australia's most dramatic stretches of shoreline, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to explore the Shipwreck Coast and its limestone sentinels. You'll walk through Loch Ard Gorge, where 19th-century wrecks tell their stories, and stand before the 12 Apostles—towering rock formations rising from the Southern Ocean. Small group sizes mean genuine time to absorb the landscape rather than rush between photo stops. Your guide navigates the route and shares local knowledge; morning tea and national park entry are covered.

13 hoursfrom AUD $139

Hervey Bay Ultimate Whale Watching Cruise

★ 4.8 (313)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Hervey Bay Ultimate Whale Watching Cruise

Head into Platypus Bay aboard the Ocean Defender, a purpose-built rigid inflatable boat, to watch humpback whales during their East Australian migration. This three-hour cruise navigates the world's first Whale Heritage Site with marine scientists who decode whale behaviour and share real-time research findings. You'll hear underwater whale songs through hydrophones, spot K'gari's landscape from the water, and gain insight into ocean conservation. Whale sightings guaranteed between mid-July and early October.

Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne

Head out from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) for five hours in the Yarra Valley, stopping at three respected wineries that showcase the region's cool-climate character. You'll taste wines at Helen & Joey Estate, Payten and Jones, and Soumah—each offering distinct perspectives on what the valley produces. A local guide leads the way, transport is sorted with WiFi and power, and you're back in the city by evening ready to continue wherever you fancy.

PJ Blue Mountains Supreme [MAX8+1]

A compact 10-hour excursion into the Blue Mountains west of Sydney, starting early at Featherdale Wildlife Park where you'll encounter native Australian animals up close. The day builds through Scenic World's elevated vantage points and culminates at Sound of Silence, a quieter pocket often missed by larger tour groups. Your guide Peter shepherds a small crew throughout, keeping the pace intimate and flexible.

10 hoursfrom AUD $300

Blue Mountains Half Day Experience with Scenic World and Lookouts

★ 4.8 (230)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Blue Mountains Half Day Experience with Scenic World and Lookouts

This 7-hour half-day tour from Sydney CBD takes you into the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO-listed landscape shaped by ancient geology and Aboriginal culture. You'll access Scenic World's three signature rides—including the Southern Hemisphere's steepest railway—then visit Echo Point to see the Three Sisters rock formation and Cahill's Lookout for sweeping vistas. The afternoon winds down in Leura village with time to browse local shops and grab food before heading back to Sydney.

Avon Valley Hot Air Balloon Flight with Breakfast

Rise with the sun over Western Australia's Avon Valley in a hot air balloon, drifting silently above rolling farmland, waterways and grazing livestock. You'll watch the crew inflate the balloon in pre-dawn darkness before ascending into clear skies to witness the landscape transform in golden light. The four-hour experience concludes with champagne breakfast at the launch site, combining the tranquility of flight with celebration on solid ground.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small-Group with Lunch and Wine

Spend twelve hours exploring Phillip Island from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with a small group of fifteen or fewer. Start with quality coffee and wine tasting at a local cellar door, move through Cowes' beachfront shops, then head to The Nobbies for golden-hour views across Bass Strait. The day peaks at Summerland Beach as little penguins emerge from the ocean at dusk—Australia's most watched wildlife spectacle. Gourmet lunch and sparkling wine included throughout.

12 hoursfrom AUD $235

★ 4.8 (206)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Melbourne Park Tennis Experience

Play on the iconic blue hardcourts of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Park, home to tennis's Australian Open, in this three-hour court experience. Equipment and racquets are provided—bring trainers and you're set. Melbourne Park sits at the heart of the world's sporting capital, a city where Australian rules football, cricket, horse racing and motor racing define local culture. You'll explore the precinct's legendary venues including Rod Laver Arena and the MCG, learning how Indigenous Australians shaped the nation's sporting identity. In January, secure tickets to the Open itself instead of court time; December bookings offer court access at reduced rates.

3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin

Travel through Pokolbin's vineyards by horse and carriage on this three-hour tour that pairs rural scenery with tastings at three separate venues. You'll sample wines from two cellar doors and finish with cheese and chocolate, making it an efficient way to experience Hunter Valley's food and wine culture without racing between locations on foot.

World class Whale Watching from Hervey Bay

Spend four hours spotting humpback whales off Hervey Bay aboard the Amaroo, a well-appointed vessel with knowledgeable guides narrating behaviour and Fraser Island ecology. Tea and biscuits are served during the cruise, and the operators guarantee sightings (weather permitting). Courtesy pickup is included, with a comfortable departure lounge at the Boat Club offering café facilities before you depart.

Coral Bay 3-Hour Turtle Ecotour

Spot sea turtles gliding through Ningaloo Reef on this three-hour Coral Bay excursion combining glass-bottom boat viewing with shallow-water snorkelling. Watch these creatures in their everyday routines year-round, whether you're peering through the boat's transparent hull or finning above the reef's coral gardens. Your guide navigates you to prime turtle zones while tea, coffee and cold drinks keep you comfortable throughout.

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Fully-guided Tour

Climb mainland Australia's tallest lighthouse at Cape Leeuwin, where the Southern and Indian Oceans converge. Your guide leads you to the top of this southwestern landmark, revealing tales of the keepers who worked here and the engineering that built it. The 30-minute tour pairs tower views of the rugged coastline with stories embedded in the structure itself. Optional access to the Interpretive Centre (housed in an original keeper's cottage) extends your visit with deeper context on lighthouse life.

Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories

A three-hour walking tour through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s laneways with a local guide who unpacks the city's layered past through storytelling and three carefully chosen bar stops. You'll navigate hidden venues tucked into the urban fabric—rooftop bars, speakeasies, neighbourhood locals—whilst learning the characters and untold moments that built Naarm/Melbourne. Small groups (max 12) mean genuine conversation and flexibility to chase whichever bars appeal to your crew. Drinks are your shout, so order what actually sounds good.

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

Step into Australia's most remote classroom at the Alice Springs School of the Air Visitor Centre. This 30–60 minute guided tour reveals how students across 1.3 million square kilometres learn via radio and digital broadcasts from the heart of the Outback. Watch archived lessons, hear from your guide about station kids' daily routines, and discover the stories of families living far from conventional schools.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $17

Age of Dinosaurs Museum Half Day Guided Transfer from Winton

★ 4.8 (76)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Age of Dinosaurs Museum Half Day Guided Transfer from Winton

Red Dirt Tours collects you from your Winton lodging and drives you to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum for a guided half-day experience. The four-hour outing includes return transport in an air-conditioned coach plus entry and the museum's Ultimate Dinosaur Tour, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let someone else handle the logistics.

Longreach: Half Day Nogo Station Experience

Spend half a day working alongside the Kinnon family at Nogo Station, their working outback property near Longreach. You'll tour the shearing shed to learn about Merino wool production, visit Captain Starlight's stockyards, then ride an open-sided vehicle across red plains spotting roos, emus and station livestock. Wrap up with camp-cooked lunch under eucalypts, billy tea on the fire included.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $165

★ 4.8 (69)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Sydney's Razor Gang True Crime Tour

Walk through Sydney's darkest decade with a guide who knows the streets where razor gangs fought for control during the 1920s–30s. This 90-minute tour threads through the alleyways and old haunts of the city's most notorious criminals, uncovering the brutal turf wars and colourful characters that defined the era. You'll explore actual locations tied to legendary figures and hear untold stories of violence, loyalty, and survival when Sydney's underworld ruled the night.

Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Combine a 4WD traverse of Rainbow Beach's distinctive coloured sand cliffs with kayaking through Honeymoon Bay in Great Sandy National Park. This 3.5-hour outing with local guides covers the East Coast Queensland coastline where dolphins, rays, turtles and seasonal whales frequent shallow waters. You'll drive to Double Island Point, then paddle among the marine activity that uses these shallows as a nursery ground.

Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Gold Class VIP Lounge Package

Spend eight-and-a-half hours aboard Evolution, a high-speed catamaran, with exclusive access to a private Gold Class lounge perched on the second deck. You'll visit two outer reef sites, log five hours of guided snorkelling, descend in a semi-submersible vessel, and tuck into a fresh onboard barbecue featuring locally caught fish and prawns. The lounge setup—limited to eight guests—includes a dedicated concierge, complimentary coffee station, mini-bar, and a glass of wine on the return leg. It's a scaled-back luxury experience: premium service without the resort price.

Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure

Tackle Magnetic Island's west coast on a 3.5-hour off-road adventure that reveals hidden corners most visitors skip. Your guide navigates rough terrain to reach wildlife hotspots, koala habitats and World Heritage sites, weaving in local ecology and cultural history. The route shifts with tides and weather, keeping each run unpredictable. Tea, coffee and snacks fuel the journey—pick up from either Nelly Bay ferry terminal (8:15am) or Picnic Bay jetty (8:25am).

NEW SUNSET TOUR-Airlie Beach Sunset Sail in Style- BYO drinks

Sail into the Whitsunday sunset aboard SV Wings III, a 60-foot yacht anchored in Airlie Beach. This 2-hour 15-minute cruise welcomes a maximum of 29 passengers and lets you bring your own drinks—no markup markup bar prices. Start with a complimentary tropical cocktail, graze on fresh antipasto platters as daylight fades, and finish with dessert canapés. Tea and coffee flow throughout; Spotify connectivity means your soundtrack accompanies the view.

2-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour Roundtrip from Melbourne

This 2-day loop from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) traces the Great Ocean Road's 180km coastal stretch, stopping at dramatic cliff-top lookouts and charming villages before reaching the iconic 12 Apostles rock formations. The tour then pushes inland to Grampians National Park, where you'll spend the night in Halls Gap and tackle scenic walks the following morning—taking in Reeds Lookout, the Balconies, and MacKenzie Waterfall. All meals, park fees, and expert commentary are included.

Aboriginal Homelands Experience

Spend a morning or afternoon in the remote homelands surrounding Uluru with members of the Traditional Uluru family, who share their own stories of land rights campaigns and deep connections to Country. Rather than viewing the rock as a monument, you'll learn how this landscape shaped their family's fight for sovereignty. A small group tour in air-conditioned 4WD includes refreshments timed to the season—tea and lunch in summer, sunset drinks and nibbles in winter.

Resin Art Classes Sydney: Cheeseboards & Coasters

Learn epoxy resin crafting in a single hour at this Sydney studio. You'll work with premium resin, pigments, and decorative elements to create functional pieces like cheeseboards and coasters. All materials are supplied, and you'll take home your finished work after a 24-hour cure period. The relaxed setting welcomes complete beginners through experienced makers alike, and tea and Turkish delights keep you fuelled throughout the session.

From Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Mission Beach

Jump from 15,000 feet above Mission Beach with views stretching across the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef), rainforest canopy and Dunk Island. This tandem skydive near Cairns includes complimentary transfers from town and lands you on a coconut-fringed beach. The drop zone sits steps from local cafés, making it easy to decompress with a drink afterwards. Two-hour experience, daily departures.

Port Stephens, Beach and Sand Dune 4WD Passenger Tour

Explore Port Stephens' remote beaches and dune systems without needing your own four-wheel drive. This three-hour passenger tour ventures into Worimi Conservation Lands to discover coastal landscapes and spots that locals favour. You'll navigate sand tracks and coastal terrain in an air-conditioned 4WD while someone else handles the driving, leaving you free to take in the scenery and snap photos.

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.

Great Ocean Road 12 apostles PRIVATE Luxury Tour 5 PAX all incl.

Travel the Great Ocean Road's most striking coastal stretch in a private vehicle built for five. This 12-hour tour hits the headline landmarks—Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Mait's Rest rainforest, and Mutton Bird Lookout—with a reverse schedule that lets you explore the big spots before day-trippers arrive. You'll move at your own rhythm through limestone cliffs, shipwreck history, and native forests without jostling through crowds.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1179

★ 4.8 (25)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

Wine Tasting Experience

Taste wines from a hilltop cellar door overlooking Cocoparra National Park in the Riverina region. This 45-minute experience sits amongst working vineyards with architectural distinction and recognised hospitality. The venue operates six days weekly with the full portfolio available for sampling, positioned just ten minutes from Griffith's food precinct, making it an unpretentious pause between regional exploration and dining.

3-Hour Kayak and Snorkeling Experience in Batemans Bay

Paddle out to secluded snorkel sites around Batemans Bay on a 3-hour kayak adventure. You'll navigate to pristine waters, moor up, and slip in to explore the underwater landscape at your own pace. Routes and dive spots shift daily based on wind, swell and visibility, so no two trips are identical. Suits first-timers keen on self-propelled exploration and low-impact travel.

30-Minute Kalgoorlie Big Pit Scenic Flight

Fly over Kalgoorlie's legendary gold mine in a 30-minute aerial tour that reveals the true scale of this sprawling excavation. The Super Pit—stretching 3.5 kilometres long, 1.5 kilometres wide and plunging over 600 metres deep—is best appreciated from the air, where you can take in the entire operation at once. All taxes and landing fees are included; bring your camera for shots you won't manage from ground level.

30 minfrom AUD $263

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

★ 4.8 (3,203)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

A 10-hour loop from Hobart that threads together Bruny Island's working lighthouse, coastal vistas, and artisanal producers. You'll climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse (locals-only access), graze on oysters and house-baked bread at dawn on a quiet beach, then work through the island's honey, chocolate and fudge makers before lunch at Hotel Bruny. South Bruny National Park features throughout, with chances to spot Bennett's wallabies and views from The Neck's elevated lookout.

10 hoursfrom AUD $280

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

★ 4.8 (1,067)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

Sail Darwin Harbour on a 50ft catamaran as the sun dips over the water, with a seven-course tapas spread and flowing sparkling wine. This three-hour evening cruise departs from Stokes Hill Wharf at 5pm, offering uninterrupted views of the tropical sunset from the deck of a luxury vessel. Food, wine, and harbour views combine for a relaxed wind-down after exploring the city.

Barossa Valley Cellar Door Small Group Tour

Spend a full day exploring Barossa Valley's wine region with a small group of no more than 24 passengers. You'll visit four hand-picked wineries chosen by your driver from their network of 40 local cellar doors, gaining perspective from someone who knows the region intimately. Hotel pickup begins at 8:30am, with lunch and tastings included at Lamberts Estate Winery before returning around 5pm. The route adjusts based on seasonal conditions and driver expertise to showcase what Barossa does best that day.

8h 30mfrom AUD $189

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

★ 4.8 (492)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Combine rugged coastal scenery with convict history on this 10.5-hour loop from Hobart. You'll spend three hours cruising the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic cliffs and sea caves, then shift to guided coach exploration of Port Arthur Historic Site, the colonies' most notorious penal settlement. Morning tea and lunch anchor the day, with interpretive commentary throughout revealing the peninsula's layered past.

Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

Reach Great Sandy National Park's untouched beaches by 4WD, then paddle out to encounter dolphins, whales, turtles and rays in their natural element. This 6-hour Noosa adventure pairs an adrenaline-fuelled beach drive with guided kayaking around Double Island Point's rugged coastline. You'll paddle through crystalline waters, swim in pristine shallows, and hear from local guides about marine ecology and conservation efforts that keep this corner of Queensland wild.

Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas

Split your morning between two subtropical Queensland gems north of Port Douglas. Drive the scenic Captain Cook Highway to the Daintree River for a wildlife-spotting cruise where crocodiles, snakes and birdlife frequent the banks, then head to Mossman Gorge for a rainforest boardwalk and optional swim in a pristine mountain pool. The 4h 45m outing includes morning tea and all park fees, ideal if you're pressed for time but want genuine tropical encounters.

4h 45mfrom AUD $179

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

★ 4.8 (400)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

An eight-hour guided tour combining Tasmania's most significant convict heritage site with Tasman Peninsula coastal stops. Depart from one of eight city locations, visit the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site with included harbour cruise, and explore surrounding landmarks including Eaglehawk Neck's lookout, Pirates Bay, a lavender farm, chocolate foundry, and optional caves. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a local driver navigating the scenic drive and stops.

Queen Victoria Market Ultimate Foodie Tour

Walk through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Queen Victoria Market with a local guide who introduces you to the traders, seasonal produce, and cooking shortcuts that make this historic market tick. Over two hours, you'll taste your way through fresh seafood, grilled kangaroo, local cheeses, dips and gelati—all dependent on what's best that day. Groups stay small at 10 people maximum, and you'll leave with a market tote bag and the knowledge to shop like a local.

Whitsundays Day Cruise: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

A seven-hour day cruise around the Whitsundays Islands, departing from the Australian coast to reach Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. The locally-run operation limits passengers to 35, keeping the atmosphere relaxed and sociable. You'll anchor at one of Australia's most photographed beaches for a leisurely lunch, then visit Hill Inlet's swirling sandbars. The fast catamaran hull minimises sea sickness, and snorkelling gear is supplied. Afternoon tea and cakes round out the day.

7 hoursfrom AUD $240

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