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★ 4.5 (100)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Birdworld Kuranda Entry Ticket

Walk through Kuranda's rainforest aviaries to observe over 60 bird species in their natural habitat. This open-air sanctuary showcases Australia's rarest fliers alongside tropical imports, from the prehistoric Southern Cassowary to jewel-toned macaws. Spend 30–45 minutes at your own pace among towering trees and lush understory, with ample opportunity to photograph and study behaviour up close. Ideal for ornithologists and casual bird-spotters alike.

30 min – 45 minfrom AUD $24

★ 4.5 (56)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Sundowner Sunset Cruise Airlie Beach

Catch the Whitsundays' golden hour aboard the Sundowner, a purpose-built catamaran designed for comfort and conversation. This 2-hour evening cruise departs Airlie Beach with a welcoming bar, shared antipasto platter, and Australian sparkling on arrival. The flat deck layout—no heels-catching hazards—gives you room to sprawl across central seating or claim an ottoman with unobstructed island views as the sun melts into the Coral Sea.

Featherdale Wildlife Park with Exclusive Private Transfers

This four-hour outing pairs door-to-door private transport with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park near Sydney. Your driver collects you from your hotel or airport in an air-conditioned vehicle, handles the drive, and you spend the daylight hours at the park meeting koalas, kangaroos, wombats and other Australian fauna up close. No faffing with public buses or car parks—just show up and go exploring.

Sirromet Winery Tour and Taste and 2 Course Lunch

Explore Sirromet's winemaking operation in Queensland's Granite Belt with a 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour covering vineyards, barrel hall, and production facilities, followed by a guided tasting of six house wines. Settle into the Cellar Door afterwards for a two-course lunch paired with a glass of wine, overlooking the sprawling rural estate. Your WSET-qualified guide contextualises each step across the three-hour experience.

Mount Tamborine Winery Tour with Lunch from Brisbane

This 6–8 hour winery tour whisks you from Brisbane into the Mount Tamborine hinterland to taste at family-run vineyards and Australia's most-awarded distillery. You'll travel in new luxury minibuses with a knowledgeable local guide, stop for guided tastings at each cellar door, and sit down to a two-course gourmet lunch sourced from the region. The route winds through lush rainforest and mountain scenery, ending with bottles to take home.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $259

★ 4.5 (27)

🍹 Nightlife

Australia

Melbourne Hidden Bar and Cocktail Tour

Discover [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s best-kept bar secrets on a 3-hour guided tour that bypasses the obvious spots. Your host secures your entry to three standout venues and shares insider knowledge about the laneways and lesser-known haunts worth exploring afterwards. Whether you're solo or with a crew, you'll walk between bars at a relaxed pace, sampling finger food along the way. Unlike commissioned tour operators, your guide takes you to places they'd genuinely recommend to mates.

10-Day Perth to Adelaide Adventure Tour

This 10-day camping expedition traverses Western Australia's southern coast from Perth to Adelaide, combining coastal swimming, dune exploration, and national park walks. You'll sleep under stars in swags and bush camps, wake to red earth sunrises, and travel by minivan through Esperance and across the Nullarbor Plain. Days blend beach time with wildlife encounters—kangaroos at Lucky Bay, koalas at sanctuaries—plus Aboriginal cultural experiences and stargazing on some of Australia's clearest nights. All meals, activities, and transport included; a driver-guide leads the way.

10 daysfrom AUD $2295

★ 4.5 (21)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls

This 5–6 hour tour reveals the best of Tropical North Queensland's natural landscape, moving from the Cairns Botanic Gardens through rainforest to waterfalls and coastal spots. You'll swim at Crystal Cascades, explore Behana Gorge's Clamshell Falls, visit a quieter stretch of Northern Beach, and spot Walsh's Pyramid along the way. The itinerary shifts based on weather and what the group wants to see, so no two days are quite the same.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $149

Serenity Cruise to Australia's Everglades

★ 4.5 (481)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Serenity Cruise to Australia's Everglades

Cruise through Queensland's Noosa River system, a waterway fed entirely by Cooloola Sandmass springs and surrounded by protected national park. Over two and a half hours, drift past mirrored waters and tea-tree-darkened channels whilst sipping complimentary beer or sparkling wine. The entire upper catchment sits within Cooloola National Park—no development, no intrusion—just tannin-stained reflections and the soft light of late afternoon fading across sand dunes.

2h 30mfrom AUD $94

Great Ocean Road Reverse Rainforest & 12 Apostles from Melbourne

★ 4.5 (286)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Great Ocean Road Reverse Rainforest & 12 Apostles from Melbourne

This 13-hour coastal loop covers the Great Ocean Road's showpiece landmarks—the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Razorback Lookout—by starting early and heading against the tourist tide. You'll move through the ancient rainforest of Great Otway National Park, spot wild koalas, and pause in Apollo Bay before reaching the Memorial Arch. Travel in a mid-sized coach with Wi-Fi and USB charging, led by a guide who knows the backroads and stories. Morning tea and a picnic lunch are included; all park entry fees covered.

13 hoursfrom AUD $157

All Inclusive Barossa Valley Food and Wine Tour

★ 4.5 (145)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

All Inclusive Barossa Valley Food and Wine Tour

Spend eight hours working through the Barossa Valley's top producers with an expert guide who knows the region's story. You'll taste wine at three different cellars, enjoy lunch at a working vineyard, and finish at a celebrated farm shop. The day moves at a relaxed pace—there's time to wander Tanunda's main street and soak in views from Mengler Hill. Transport, tastings, and a quality lunch are all included, and you'll travel in a small air-conditioned coach with fellow wine enthusiasts.

Infinity by Mark Best - Sydney Tower Elegant Dining Experience

Dine 81 storeys above Sydney at Infinity by Mark Best, where contemporary cuisine meets unobstructed harbour views. This two-hour fine dining experience combines a three-course menu with tower access, letting you savour Mark Best's cooking whilst the city unfolds below. Smart casual dress; arrive on time as tables are held for 10 minutes only.

Darwin Harbour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise

Sail across Darwin Harbour aboard the Charles Darwin as the sun dips below the horizon. This two-hour evening cruise positions you on the upper sundeck for unobstructed views of the sky's transformation. Tuck into a spread of local and imported meats, cheeses and vegetables, followed by tangy mango ice cream made nearby. Order drinks throughout to complement the scenery and grazing.

Ziplining Cape Tribulation with Treetops Adventures

Launch through the canopy of the world's oldest rainforest on this 2-hour guided zipline course near Cape Tribulation. You'll soar up to 15 metres above the forest floor, crossing suspension bridges between platforms whilst your guide shares insights into the ecosystem below. After the briefing, you're free to work through the course at your own pace with support on hand. Transport and full safety gear are included.

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

A four-hour Sydney Harbour cruise that threads together three experiences: harbour sightseeing with historical narration, an onboard BBQ meal, and open-water humpback whale watching. Between May and November, you'll cruise past iconic landmarks before heading out through the Harbour Heads to spot these returning giants, whose numbers have recovered from near-extinction lows of just 200 individuals. The vessel offers plenty of deck and cabin space, so you can watch comfortably regardless of weather.

Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

Spend ninety minutes aboard a catamaran watching the sun dip behind the Coral Sea and Low Isles from Port Douglas. You'll board with a welcome drink in hand, settle into the relaxed pace of a sailing vessel, and work through hot and cold canapés whilst ambient music plays. The crew keeps things friendly without fuss, leaving plenty of room to watch the light change across the water and the mountains beyond.

Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast

Venture into the Gold Coast rainforest after sunset on this 3.5-hour guided night walk. Track glowing insect colonies, spot nocturnal creatures, and walk to Curtis Falls waterfall with an expert local guide. The tour wraps with dessert and hot drinks at a mountain café, plus stargazing if conditions allow. Hotel pickups included from selected Gold Coast locations.

3h 30mfrom AUD $125

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin

★ 4.5 (209)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin

This 13-hour day trip from Darwin heads south through the Stuart Highway heartland to Katherine and Nitmiluk National Park. The centrepiece is a two-hour boat cruise through Katherine Gorge, where 70-metre cliff walls frame the waterway in shifting light. You'll also walk around Edith Falls, absorbing the country's significance to the Jawoyn people. An accredited guide handles the commentary and bush navigation, leaving you to soak in the landscape. Meals aren't included, but you'll stop at local spots along the way.

13 hoursfrom AUD $365

PRIVATE Blue Mountains day tour with local guide.

★ 4.5 (207)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

PRIVATE Blue Mountains day tour with local guide.

A full-day private excursion into the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site west of Sydney. Your experienced local guide navigates you through the region's most striking lookouts and natural attractions in an air-conditioned vehicle, starting from your hotel. You'll visit Featherdale Wildlife Park to encounter native fauna, explore the elevated vantage points at Echo Point and Katoomba, and conclude with a ferry ride back to Sydney Harbour near the Opera House.

10 hoursfrom AUD $650

Classic Kuranda by Skyrail and Scenic Railway, Rainforestation & lunch. CKB

★ 4.5 (115)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Classic Kuranda by Skyrail and Scenic Railway, Rainforestation & lunch. CKB

Spend a full day exploring Kuranda's World Heritage rainforest via two scenic transport modes. This 10-hour tour bundles the Skyrail Cableway and Scenic Railway with Rainforestation Nature Park activities—duck tours through wetlands, the wildlife park, and an Aboriginal cultural session—plus a hot lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off included from Cairns area accommodation.

10 hoursfrom AUD $313

Sydney Airport Private Car Departure Transfer

★ 4.5 (72)

✈️ Transfers

Australia

Sydney Airport Private Car Departure Transfer

Skip the taxi queue and arrive at Sydney Airport refreshed. This private car service collects you from your Sydney accommodation and delivers you directly to the terminal in a comfortable, spacious vehicle. Your driver meets you at your hotel, handles your luggage, and navigates the route whilst you relax. The 15-minute journey includes all tolls and airport fees, with wheelchair accessibility and child seats available on request.

2 Day Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Spend two days exploring Australia's northern tropical treasures: the ancient [Daintree Rainforest](/places/daintree-rainforest) and Cape Tribulation, then venture to two outer reef sites for snorkelling. This pair of tours combines guided walks through World Heritage rainforest with a full day on the water. Small groups (max 20) explore the forest with a naturalist driver who reads the landscape's ecology and Indigenous heritage, whilst the reef day offers five hours of snorkelling from a locally-run vessel with lunch and wine included. Transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas cover the rainforest leg.

2 daysfrom AUD $455

Alice Town And Country Half Day Tour - Small Group

★ 4.5 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Alice Town And Country Half Day Tour - Small Group

This 5.5-hour small-group tour surveys Alice Springs and the East MacDonnell Ranges, hitting seven key stops that reveal both European and Aboriginal heritage. You'll visit the Araluen Art Centre's Indigenous collection, tour the School of Air's remote teaching base, explore the Royal Flying Doctor Service headquarters, pay respect at Emily and Jessie Gaps (sacred Eastern Arrernte sites), and finish with sweeping views from Anzac Hill. Refreshments included throughout.

5h 30mfrom AUD $195

Melbourne Puffing Billy Penguin wine choc(16 max) Hotel Pick Up

★ 4.5 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Melbourne Puffing Billy Penguin wine choc(16 max) Hotel Pick Up

Steam back in time aboard Puffing Billy's narrow-gauge train through fern-draped rainforest, then cap the day watching little penguins waddle ashore at Philip Island. Between stops, sample artisan chocolates in the Yarra Valley and optionally taste cool-climate wines or visit a koala park. Hotel pickup included, roughly 10–13 hours door-to-door.

10 hours – 13 hoursfrom AUD $259

Private Sunset Cruise on Sydney Harbour for up to Six Guests

★ 4.5 (24)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Private Sunset Cruise on Sydney Harbour for up to Six Guests

Sail Sydney Harbour aboard a private 28-foot vessel for two hours as the sun dips below the horizon. You'll glide past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge with up to five guests, glass of sparkling wine in hand and a cheese board at your fingertips. The skipper knows the best stops for photos, and you're welcome to bring your own food and drinks to extend the evening. Curate the soundtrack via the onboard iPad—this is your harbour, your pace, your soundtrack.

2 hoursfrom AUD $950

Richmond Historic Afternoon Tour from Hobart

★ 4.5 (20)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Richmond Historic Afternoon Tour from Hobart

A guided coach journey from Hobart to Richmond, a well-preserved colonial village on the Coal River, lasting four hours and fifteen minutes. You'll have substantial time to wander the sandstone streets, cross the convict-era bridge, and explore heritage buildings, local shops and galleries at your own pace. The tour includes return transport and a discount voucher for selected attractions.

4h 15mfrom AUD $105

Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers

★ 4.5 (18)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers

Combine two of Far North Queensland's most celebrated rail experiences in a single day from Cairns. You'll ascend the Skyrail Cableway above World Heritage rainforest, taking in waterfalls and forested valleys from above, then spend four hours exploring Kuranda Village at your own pace before descending via the historic 1891 Scenic Railway. Door-to-door transfers, tickets, and driver commentary on Queensland's railway heritage are all included. Perfect for those who'd rather set their own schedule.

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns with Beaches Transfers

This eight-hour excursion ferries you from Cairns to Green Island, a genuine coral cay on the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef). Spend four to five hours exploring the island and reef system via your choice of glass-bottom boat viewing, snorkelling, or semi-submersible submarine tours. The catamaran departs and returns to Northern Beaches accommodation, with morning refreshments and lunch included depending on your package selection.

Kangaroo Island - Full Day Tasting Tour

Eight hours sampling [Kangaroo Island](/places/kangaroo-island)'s artisan producers, starting with a bee farm and distillery before tea at a lavender property. You'll taste wine at a clifftop cellar door, choose lunch from local seafood or cafe fare, then finish with award-winning gin and possibly another winery. Transport, morning refreshments and tastings included; you cover your own meal.

Wine 101- Wine Education Classes

Spend 90 minutes learning wine fundamentals with a knowledgeable guide in a relaxed, seated setting across Australia. You'll explore what separates dry from sweet, how oak influences flavour, and what ageing does to a bottle. By the end, you'll understand wine basics well enough to taste with confidence. Pair the class with a two-course lunch overlooking the vineyard for the full experience.

Private Luxury Transfer from Perth CBD to Perth Airport

Skip the taxi rank and arrive refreshed. This private chauffeur service picks you up from Perth Airport and delivers you directly to your destination in a climate-controlled vehicle, water included. Run by Australia's longest-established national chauffeur operator with over a century's worth of reliability, the service eliminates waiting around and gets you on your way within minutes of landing.

5 min – 3 hoursfrom AUD $136

Adelaide's Ultimate Chauffeur Airport Arrival Experience

★ 4.5 (8)

✈️ Transfers

Australia

Adelaide's Ultimate Chauffeur Airport Arrival Experience

Adelaide airport arrivals handled by Australia's longest-operating chauffeur service, with over a century of experience ferrying travellers across the country. A driver meets you at the terminal with a private, air-conditioned vehicle stocked with bottled water. The journey to your accommodation typically takes 5 minutes to an hour depending on destination. All fees and taxes included in your fare.

5 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $130

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour from Melbourne

★ 4.5 (6)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour from Melbourne

See little penguins return to shore at dusk on this streamlined afternoon run from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to Phillip Island. You'll have time to walk The Nobbies' clifftop boardwalks and catch the ocean blowhole before settling in for the parade itself—hundreds of penguins waddling inland as light fades. Nine hours total, no full-day commitment needed. Transport and entry included.

Melbourne Phillip Island 1 Day Tour

A 10-hour return trip from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to Phillip Island that pairs close encounters with Australian fauna at Maru Koala and Animal Park against the island's natural coastal scenery. You'll observe a working dairy operation at Caldermeade Farm, explore the dramatic rocky headland of The Nobbies, then finish at Summerland Beach for the nightly Penguin Parade—when little penguins return ashore after feeding at sea. Guides offer commentary in multiple languages; plan around 5 hours driving time and meal breaks.

10 hoursfrom AUD $148

2 Days and 1 Night Great Ocean Road (Melbourne Chinese Tour)

★ 4.5 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

2 Days and 1 Night Great Ocean Road (Melbourne Chinese Tour)

This two-day coastal drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road covers the headline stops—Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Cape Otway—without the rush of a day trip. You'll have breathing room to explore lesser-known spots like the lighthouse at Cape Otway and quirky local landmarks in Geelong. An air-conditioned vehicle and part-time guide accompany you; nights and meals are yours to arrange. Stargazing at Apollo Bay is possible for those keen on night photography.

Private Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise Including Unlimited Drinks

Sail Sydney Harbour aboard a private luxury cruiser for a 4.5-hour progressive lunch spanning two harbourside restaurants. Course through iconic waterfront landmarks—the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Middle Harbour's exclusive properties—while tucking into three courses of local seafood and produce. Drinks flow freely throughout, with an open bar included in the fare.

Marrickville Brewery Tour

Walk through Marrickville's craft beer precinct on a guided 2.5-hour tour of three independent breweries. You'll see production floors, learn how each operation began and what drives their brewing philosophy, and taste their range alongside your guide's insights into beer ingredients and technique. It's a proper look at Sydney's indie beer scene from someone who knows the terrain.

Cheeky Vino | Wine Tour in Yarra Valley (Private Tour)

Skip the crowded flagships and taste your way through Yarra Valley's best-kept secrets on this eight-hour private tour. You'll visit three lesser-known family-run wineries with a licensed guide who knows the region inside out, learning how each producer crafts their drops from vine to glass. A gourmet lunch at one of the cellar doors rounds out the day, showcasing what makes this Victorian region worth the drive.

Sydney: Luggage Storage close to Circular Quay

Store your bags at a secure facility near Circular Quay and explore Sydney hands-free. This luggage storage service lets you roam the city whether you're between flights, killing time before check-in, or simply want to travel light. Each bag is fully insured, and staff are available round-the-clock. The location sits close to major attractions and transport links, making it convenient to drop bags and head straight into exploring.

1 dayfrom AUD $12

Newtown And Enmore: Sydney's Hip Neighbourhoods

★ 4.5 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Newtown And Enmore: Sydney's Hip Neighbourhoods

Spend four hours exploring Newtown and Enmore with a local guide who knows these Sydney neighbourhoods inside out. These adjacent precincts pulse with DIY ethos, vintage finds, and artistic ventures—galleries sit beside thrift stores, rooftop bars next to independent cinemas. Your host tailors the walk to your interests, whether that's hunting rare vinyl, catching street art, sampling neighbourhood cafes, or just soaking up the creative energy. You'll get the insider's view of where the real culture happens, away from tourist circuits.

4 hoursfrom AUD $192

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