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Tours in Australia

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VR Experience in Brisbane | 30 Mins Fun | Pick Zombies or Aliens
★ 4.7 (6)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

VR Experience in Brisbane | 30 Mins Fun | Pick Zombies or Aliens

Step into a 30-minute virtual reality arena in Brisbane where you command the action across eight simultaneous players. Pick your scenario—fend off zombie waves or outmanoeuvre alien threats—using lightweight, responsive headsets in a spacious purpose-built space. Suited to ages 10 and up, it works for families, birthday crews, or corporate groups seeking something beyond the usual.

30 minfrom AUD $59
McLaren Vale with d'arenberg Tour (4 tastings & Lunch included)
★ 4.7 (6)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

McLaren Vale with d'arenberg Tour (4 tastings & Lunch included)

Spend eight hours touring McLaren Vale's wineries on a shared group excursion, tasting wines at multiple cellar doors and enjoying lunch at d'Arenberg. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with fellow wine drinkers, leaving from the city or Glenelg. The route hits four different tasting venues, each offering a different perspective on the region's output. A guide handles the navigation and commentary, leaving you free to focus on the glass in front of you.

8 hoursfrom AUD $233
Brisbane's Ultimate Chauffeur Airport Arrival experience
★ 4.7 (6)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Brisbane's Ultimate Chauffeur Airport Arrival experience

Skip the airport chaos and arrive in Brisbane with a dedicated driver waiting for you at baggage claim. This private transfer whisks you straight to your hotel or meeting in a comfortable, air-conditioned car—no shared minibuses, no taxi ranks, just straightforward point-to-point service. Australia's longest-running chauffeur operation handles luggage and route planning so you can decompress after your flight.

5 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $140
Adelaide Historic Downtown Self Guided App Guided Walking Tour
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide Historic Downtown Self Guided App Guided Walking Tour

Navigate Adelaide's downtown on your own terms using a GPS-guided app that walks you from the bustling Central Market through heritage streets to the Dardanelles Memorial. No expiry date, no guide talking at you—just your phone, your pace, and a city full of stories waiting to be discovered. Flexible, always available, entirely outdoors.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $14
Darwin Harbour Territory Explorer Cruise with Lunch
★ 4.7 (3)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Darwin Harbour Territory Explorer Cruise with Lunch

Cruise Darwin Harbour aboard a comfortable vessel whilst savouring locally sourced Top End produce on a grazing platter. This 90-minute excursion delivers genuine relaxation: settle into air-conditioned seating, watch the water shimmer under tropical light, and listen to onboard insights into the region's character. A straightforward addition to any itinerary that showcases why locals cherish this waterfront.

1h 30mfrom AUD $88
Kalgoorlie Boulder Audio Walking Tour
★ 4.7 (3)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Kalgoorlie Boulder Audio Walking Tour

Navigate Kalgoorlie-Boulder at your own pace with this audio walking tour covering more than 50 heritage and historical landmarks across both towns. You'll visit the WA School of Mines, the Super Pit Lookout, and historical pubs whilst listening to stories about the region's gold-rush origins, the 2010 earthquake, and the colourful personalities who built the Goldfields. Flexible in duration from 2 to 6 hours depending on how long you linger at each stop, it suits solo explorers and small groups alike.

2 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $25
Scavenger Hunt - Explore Newtown In A Series Of Fun Cryptic Clues
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Scavenger Hunt - Explore Newtown In A Series Of Fun Cryptic Clues

Navigate Newtown on your own terms using a web app that feeds you 12 cryptic riddles leading to the neighbourhood's best-kept corners. This self-guided 2-hour puzzle takes you down King Street and into side streets where street art, independent shops and local haunts reveal themselves one clue at a time. You'll crack puzzles, find landmarks (including a pair of giant dog statues at the arts precinct entrance), and stumble onto a working city farm mid-route. No tour guide narrating—just you, your phone, and a map worth making.

2 hoursfrom AUD $25
Private Small Group Tour of 2-7pax in Great Ocean Road Melbourne
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Small Group Tour of 2-7pax in Great Ocean Road Melbourne

A nine to twelve-hour private drive along Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road, tailored to your group's interests. You'll travel in your own vehicle with a guide who knows the best stops, photo spots, and detours. Whether you're a tight-knit group of friends, a family, or honeymooners, the itinerary bends to what you want to see—limestone cliffs, hidden coves, coastal towns, or whatever calls to you. Your guide handles navigation and timing so you can focus on the scenery.

9 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1000
Fierce Nights & Neon Lights - Kings Cross Sydney Scavenger Hunt
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Fierce Nights & Neon Lights - Kings Cross Sydney Scavenger Hunt

Crack 13 clues scattered across Kings Cross to uncover the neighbourhood's 1920s-30s criminal underworld, where crime bosses like Kate and Tilly Devine ran operations and razor gangs carved out turf. This self-guided two-hour scavenger hunt takes you down Blood Alley and past speakeasy haunts, revealing the gritty stories behind Sydney's most notorious era. Use the web app to navigate clues at your own pace and optionally duck into a period bar along the route.

2 hoursfrom AUD $25
Private Perth & Surrounds Premium Day Tour
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Perth & Surrounds Premium Day Tour

Build your own Perth day out with Lauren or Ben, local guides who tailor the route to match your interests and pace. Spend 6–10 hours exploring the city, Fremantle's heritage precincts, Swan Valley vineyards, coastal stretches and wildlife parks in a private Mercedes. Whether you want to cram in Kings Park, Cottesloe Beach and Caversham Wildlife Park or drift between boutique cafés and seasonal wildflower spots, the itinerary bends to suit you.

6 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $450
Inside the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage - A Private Wildlife Safari Overnight
★ 4.7 (3)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Inside the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage - A Private Wildlife Safari Overnight

Explore the Blue Mountains World Heritage area over two days with a wildlife-focused private safari across NSW's Central Tablelands and Great Dividing Ranges. This small-group adventure prioritises genuine encounters with eastern grey kangaroos, wombats and native birds—lyrebirds, yellow-tailed black cockatoos, crimson rosellas—rather than coach queues and tourist centres. You'll trek past waterfalls, slot canyons and blue gum forests, stopping in rural towns, with accommodation arranged separately and modest fitness required.

2 daysfrom AUD $3100
Private City Kickstart Tour: Melbourne
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private City Kickstart Tour: Melbourne

Get your [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) bearings with a local who knows the city inside out. This 90-minute private tour cuts through the tourist noise, pointing you toward genuine gems—hidden laneways, family-run eateries, and neighbourhood hotspots worth your time. Your guide handles the logistics of orientation so you can plan the rest of your stay with confidence, steering clear of the obvious traps and towards experiences that actually matter.

1h 30mfrom AUD $88
City of Perth Tour
★ 4.7 (3)
Australia

City of Perth Tour

5 hoursfrom AUD $205
Adelaide Cruise Ship Tours to Hahndorf & Hills Wildlife Wonders
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide Cruise Ship Tours to Hahndorf & Hills Wildlife Wonders

This 7–8 hour tour departs Adelaide for Hahndorf, the nation's first German settlement, where you'll wander heritage streets and sample traditional fare. From there, head into the Adelaide Hills to spot native fauna against forested backdrops. A guide leads the way between stops, pointing out local history and wildlife. Pickup from your cruise terminal is included, as is lunch and water. It's a balanced mix of colonial architecture and open-air natural encounters.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $365
Blue Mountains Luxury Tour from Sydney
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Blue Mountains Luxury Tour from Sydney

A private eight-hour loop from Sydney into the Blue Mountains, you'll be collected from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and driven to Katoomba's Scenic World where you can experience the railway, cableway, and skyway at your own pace. The itinerary takes in Echo Point's vantage over the Three Sisters rock formation, a lunch stop at the heritage Carrington Hotel, and a detour to Leura Cascades before returning to your Sydney accommodation. Admission fees and meals are separate.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1300
Discover Surfers Paradise
★ 4.7 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Discover Surfers Paradise

Navigate Surfers Paradise on your own terms with this self-guided puzzle trail. Over two hours, you'll unlock clues on your smartphone whilst moving through the city's best spots, solving riddles to reveal the next waypoint. Each correct answer advances you along the route—stuck? Hints and lookup tools keep you moving. It's a mental workout wrapped in sightseeing, perfect for locals wanting to see their city with fresh eyes.

2 hoursfrom AUD $55
Food Wine and Wellness Tours in Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour
★ 4.7 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Food Wine and Wellness Tours in Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour

A six-hour regional food and wine circuit through Port Macquarie's producer network, led by a knowledgeable guide who connects you directly with winemakers, brewers, and artisan food creators. You'll move between family-run venues in a climate-controlled vehicle, sampling across three beverage stops before choosing your finale—vineyard, brewery, or distillery. Everything's included: lunch, snacks, drinks, and transport. Expect genuine conversations with the people behind the bottles and small-batch products, plus insights into how local operators balance quality with environmental responsibility.

6 hoursfrom AUD $228
Yarra Valley Wine & Winery Tour from Melbourne - All Inclusive!
★ 4.7 (1,441)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Yarra Valley Wine & Winery Tour from Melbourne - All Inclusive!

Spend eight hours exploring Victoria's Yarra Valley wine country on this guided day trip from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Visit four acclaimed wineries—Greenstone Vineyards, Balgownie Estate, Yering Farm and Soumah—where a knowledgeable guide walks you through tastings and explains what makes the region distinctive. Lunch at one of the estates is included, along with a glass of wine or hot beverage. Travel by air-conditioned minibus from central Melbourne pickup points, returning by late afternoon.

8 hoursfrom AUD $185
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Tour
★ 4.7 (459)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Tour

Walk the corridors and stands of the MCG, Australia's largest stadium and spiritual home of Australian Rules Football. This 75-minute guided tour takes you behind the scenes of a venue that's hosted everything from AFL Grand Finals to Olympic ceremonies. You'll see the players' facilities, learn the stories etched into its walls, and understand why [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) considers itself the sporting capital. Tours run daily except select public holidays and major event days.

1h 15mfrom AUD $38
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave
★ 4.7 (351)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave

A 9.5-hour day trip from Brisbane that threads through two World Heritage rainforest parks in south-east Queensland. You'll walk to Natural Bridge's impressive rock arch at Springbrook, explore the glow-worm-lit Cedar Creek caves, and trek Curtis Falls at Tamborine, with breaks at Gallery Walk for lunch and browsing local craft shops. Small groups (max 21) travel by air-conditioned minivan with a knowledgeable guide, encountering native wildlife and mountain scenery throughout.

9h 30mfrom AUD $189
Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation
★ 4.7 (164)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation

Venture into Cape Tribulation's ancient rainforest after dark with a local guide who knows where the nocturnal action happens. This 90-minute walk threads through the Daintree's layered canopy—one of Earth's oldest tropical forests—where night-shift creatures emerge. You'll spot species found nowhere else in Far North Queensland, from tree-dwelling marsupials to jewelled insects. A torch and waterproof poncho help you move safely through the dense undergrowth as your guide unpicks the forest's after-hours ecology.

1h 30mfrom AUD $55
Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour
★ 4.7 (129)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Catch the fast ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, an 18-kilometre coastal escape known for turquoise waters, fringing reefs and quokkas. You'll have the afternoon free to wander white-sand bays, snorkel sheltered coves or simply absorb the island's laid-back vibe before the return crossing. Ferry, parking and landing fees included; bring your own food or grab supplies on the island.

1 dayfrom AUD $95
Crocodile Jumping Boat Cruise with Transfer from Darwin
★ 4.7 (62)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Crocodile Jumping Boat Cruise with Transfer from Darwin

Head into the Top End's rivers to watch saltwater crocodiles leap from the water in their natural habitat. This 4-hour excursion from Darwin combines a guided drive through the region with an hour-long boat cruise on the Adelaide River, where crocs are hand-fed to trigger their signature hunting jumps. You'll spot other native wildlife along the way, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced guide, and benefit from return transport to Darwin.

4 hoursfrom AUD $140
Adelaide's True Crime Tour
★ 4.7 (47)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Adelaide's True Crime Tour

This 1 hour 45 minute guided walk peels back Adelaide's respectable veneer to reveal the crimes, scandals and mysteries that shaped the city's hidden past. Moving through the streets and alleyways where real criminal events unfolded, you'll hear the stories Adelaide's churches and civic institutions have long kept quiet. A knowledgeable guide connects the dots between the city's serene reputation and the darker chapters locals prefer not to discuss.

1h 45mfrom AUD $34
Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am
★ 4.7 (41)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am

Glide silently through Launceston's riverfront and into the dramatic Cataract Gorge aboard the Lady Launceston, a restored 1890s-style vessel powered by near-silent electric motors. This 50-minute cruise departs at 10:30 am and takes you past historic wharves and the city's bustling seaport before entering the gorge itself, where towering cliff faces dominate the view. The skipper shares stories about the region's colonial past and natural features, all from comfortable seating with clear sightlines.

50 minfrom AUD $45
Enjoy a VIP Booth Shared Experience From Gympie
★ 4.7 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Enjoy a VIP Booth Shared Experience From Gympie

A three-hour rail journey from Gympie combining travel comfort with food and drink. You'll settle into a VIP booth with a local cheese selection and water, then return to the station for a two-course meal and your choice of beverage. Groups of four or more get their own private booth. It's a relaxed way to experience regional Queensland by rail without the fuss.

3 hoursfrom AUD $159
Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour
★ 4.7 (871)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

Spend eight hours on the outer [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef), launching from Cairns to explore one of Earth's most biodiverse marine ecosystems. This platform-based operation combines snorkelling, glass-bottom viewing, and semi-submersible tours with commentary from marine biologists. The site is chosen for exceptional water clarity and coral health. Lunch, snorkelling gear, and refreshments are included; diving and helicopter flights are optional add-ons available on the day.

8 hoursfrom AUD $325
Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise
★ 4.7 (455)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Spend a full day exploring three separate reef sites aboard the Silverswift, choosing between snorkelling or scuba diving (introductory or certified). Departing from Cairns, you'll encounter the reef's trademark coral gardens and fish life with a professional guide leading the way. The 10-hour excursion includes meals, equipment hire, and reef access managed to protect the marine environment. Best suited to water-confident participants in reasonable health.

10 hoursfrom AUD $308
Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour
★ 4.7 (269)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour

Walk Brisbane's streetscapes while a guide unpacks the city's criminal history—the murders, cons, and vendettas that shaped its past. This 90-minute tour moves through historic precincts where violence and deception once defined neighbourhood life. You'll hear accounts of the characters and crimes that locals have largely moved past, threading together forgotten stories into a coherent picture of how the city evolved.

1h 30mfrom AUD $34
K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD Adventure - From Noosa
★ 4.7 (193)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD Adventure - From Noosa

This 13-hour K'gari adventure departs from Noosa, combining a 4WD traverse of Fraser Island's legendary sand tracks with guided exploration of its World Heritage-listed ecosystems. You'll cross the island's natural highways, wade through subtropical rainforest, and swim in the pristine waters of Lake McKenzie. A professional guide leads the day, sharing the island's geological and ecological story while maximising wildlife sightings. Ferry transfers, meals, and hotel pickup are included.

13 hoursfrom AUD $299
Metartworld: Immersive Art Space, The Best of Melbourne
★ 4.7 (116)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Metartworld: Immersive Art Space, The Best of Melbourne

Step into Metartworld, Australia's largest metal art gallery housing over 200 sculptural pieces forged from reclaimed materials. This two-hour [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) experience combines industrial-scale installations with the immersive Starry Sky Exhibition, featuring an interactive mirror maze that rewards close inspection. The space suits all ages and fitness levels, offering genuine hands-on engagement with contemporary art rather than passive viewing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $45
Pinnacles Desert Sunset Stargazing Adventure Tour from Perth
★ 4.7 (88)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Pinnacles Desert Sunset Stargazing Adventure Tour from Perth

This 9-hour tour ventures north from Perth to Nambung National Park, timing your arrival as day visitors clear out. You'll catch the Pinnacles Desert's limestone formations shifting through golden hour, then settle in for stargazing under Western Australia's clearest night skies. The route loops through coastal lookouts and nature reserves where you might spot marine life, before a locally sourced picnic dinner and telescope session round out the evening.

9 hoursfrom AUD $174
Cape Woolamai Sightseeing Cruise from San Remo
★ 4.7 (83)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Cape Woolamai Sightseeing Cruise from San Remo

Cruise past Cape Woolamai's dramatic pink granite formations and sea caves on Phillip Island's coast in just an hour from San Remo. You'll travel aboard a two-storey catamaran with a skipper who shares local knowledge while you scan the water for fur seals and seabirds. Morning tea—tea, coffee and cake—is included. The route reveals hidden coves and coastal geology most visitors miss from land.

1 hourfrom AUD $49
Great Ocean Road Ultimate Two Day Tour
★ 4.7 (79)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Great Ocean Road Ultimate Two Day Tour

Spend two days driving one of Australia's most stunning coastal stretches in a small group. You'll travel from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) along the Great Ocean Road in an air-conditioned minibus, stopping frequently to spot wildlife, visit waterfalls, and absorb the landscape. Your guide handles navigation while you focus on the views. Overnight stays at Apollo Bay, with meals and drinks at your own cost.

2 daysfrom AUD $377
3-Day Adelaide to Melbourne Small-Group Grampian Great Ocean Road
★ 4.7 (46)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

3-Day Adelaide to Melbourne Small-Group Grampian Great Ocean Road

Trade the direct flight between Adelaide and [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) for a three-day overland journey through Australia's most dramatic coastline. You'll traverse the legendary Great Ocean Road, hike through rainforest and mountain ranges, spot native wildlife in their habitat, and discover Aboriginal heritage woven through the landscape. Stay two nights in Halls Gap and Warrnambool whilst a knowledgeable driver guide handles the navigation and shares stories of the region's shipwreck history, geological formations and cultural significance.

3 daysfrom AUD $950
Full Day Winton Discovery Day Tour from Longreach
★ 4.7 (37)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Full Day Winton Discovery Day Tour from Longreach

A deep dive into Winton's outback character across nine to ten hours. You'll explore the Australian Age of Dinosaurs museum, drop by the Waltzing Matilda Centre, and lunch at the storied North Gregory Hotel—all with a local guide who knows the region's layered history. Morning tea with Anzac biscuits included, plus snacks and air-conditioned transport throughout.

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $295
Scenic Hunter Valley Tour with Wine and Cheese Tastings
★ 4.7 (23)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Scenic Hunter Valley Tour with Wine and Cheese Tastings

This 10.5-hour Hunter Valley expedition takes you from Sydney through Australia's premier wine region, stopping at three hand-picked boutique cellar doors known for quality drops and genuine hospitality. You'll taste wines before and after a leisurely café lunch, browse independent shops, and chat with fellow travellers throughout. The driver—a local who knows the valley—handles transport and shares stories along the way, leaving you free to relax and savour without worrying about navigation.

10h 30mfrom AUD $249
d'Arenberg: The Blending Bench and Degustation with Wine Pairing
★ 4.7 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

d'Arenberg: The Blending Bench and Degustation with Wine Pairing

Get hands-on at d'Arenberg in McLaren Vale, where you'll blend three premium shiraz samples to craft your own wine, then bottle 750ml to take home. The 4.5-hour experience includes an eight-course degustation paired with wines, letting you taste the results of your winemaking alongside the cellar's other offerings. It's a rare chance to step into the winemaker's shoes and walk away with something you've actually made.

4h 30mfrom AUD $370
Tasting Delicious Denmark WA
★ 4.7 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Tasting Delicious Denmark WA

A 6.5-hour guided tour through Denmark, Western Australia, stopping at artisan producers across the Great Southern region. You'll taste handcrafted cheese, award-winning wines, cider, mead, honey and chocolate whilst driving through magnificent karri forests. The tour culminates in a long table lunch at a boutique winery where you can chat with makers about their craft and swap stories with fellow travellers.

6h 30mfrom AUD $240
Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour
★ 4.6 (769)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

This 3.5-hour half-day tour sweeps through Sydney's essential landmarks in a small-group Mercedes coach, capped at 14 passengers. Start in The Rocks exploring convict-era streets, cruise past sandstone heritage buildings along Macquarie Street, then head east through affluent suburbs to Watsons Bay for harbour views. Stop at Bondi Beach for a beach walk, loop back via Centennial Park and Paddington, and finish at Circular Quay after passing beneath the Harbour Bridge. Choose morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule.

3h 30mfrom AUD $159
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