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Tours in Australia

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Private Mclaren Vale Wine Tour
★ 4.5 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private Mclaren Vale Wine Tour

A seven-hour private tour through McLaren Vale, South Australia's premier wine region near Adelaide. You'll visit the architecturally striking d'Arenberg Cube with its multi-level gallery and rooftop tasting platform offering sweeping views, plus several smaller family-run wineries focused on bold reds. The tour includes transport, tastings, lunch, and water—ideal for serious wine drinkers wanting curated access without the group crowds.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $800
Murray River Paddle Steamer and Wildlife Experience Tour
★ 4.5 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Murray River Paddle Steamer and Wildlife Experience Tour

An 11-hour loop from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) combining paddle steamer heritage with regional wildlife and art. You'll cruise the Murray River, encounter Australian fauna at Kyabram, wander Echuca's riverside character, and see the mineral-streaked Pink Cliffs. The route stitches together working river history, native animals in open spaces, and public art that speaks to the district's identity.

11 hoursfrom AUD $169
Mt Buller Day Trip from Melbourne
★ 4.5 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Mt Buller Day Trip from Melbourne

Head into Victoria's alpine high country on this full-day Mt Buller escape from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). You'll depart before dawn to maximise your time above the treeline, where you can toboggan, build snowmen, or simply wander the white landscape. The drive climbs through mountain passes to reach the snowfields, and you'll return to the city by evening. Best suited to those wanting a genuine mountain day without the long weekend commitment.

15 hoursfrom AUD $175
Full Day Birdlife Tour in Bribie Island
★ 4.5 (2)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Full Day Birdlife Tour in Bribie Island

Spend a full day on Bribie Island exploring one of Queensland's richest birdwatching destinations. This ten-hour excursion takes you through designated bird hides, along unspoilt shorelines, and into working tidal ecosystems where mangroves shelter countless species. Connected to the mainland by a single causeway, the island offers genuine bushland walking and mudflat exploration ideal for serious birders and nature observers seeking a quieter alternative to crowded coastal hotspots.

10 hoursfrom AUD $280
Giraffe Experience at Melbourne Zoo - excl. entry
★ 4.5 (2)
Australia

Giraffe Experience at Melbourne Zoo - excl. entry

25 minfrom AUD $91
High Ropes and Zipline Adventure - Adrenaline Pass
★ 4.5 (2)
Australia

High Ropes and Zipline Adventure - Adrenaline Pass

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
Melbourne Shore Excursion, Aussie Wildlife, Lunch, Wine & Sights
★ 4.5 (2)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Melbourne Shore Excursion, Aussie Wildlife, Lunch, Wine & Sights

This seven-hour [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) shore excursion whisks you from the port to Moonlit Sanctuary to spot kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and dingoes in their natural habitat. You'll then head to the Mornington Peninsula for a two-course lunch at Merrick's General Store paired with local wines, followed by scenic stops at Arthur's Seat and the famous colourful bathing boxes. A relaxed small-group experience with knowledgeable local guides who share stories about the region's character and wildlife.

7 hoursfrom AUD $400
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Brisbane
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Brisbane

Escape Brisbane for a day on Tamborine Mountain with flexible transport and your own schedule. Pick-up begins at 8:30 am from your hotel, with a scenic drive to the mountain's natural attractions. The hop-on-hop-off shuttle runs on a two-hour loop, letting you linger at rainforest walks, waterfalls, Gallery Walk's 75-plus shops and cafes, or a local distillery. Return to Brisbane by 5 pm.

8 hoursfrom AUD $119
Island Rock Coastal Cliff Cruse Kalbarri
★ 4.5 (2)
Australia

Island Rock Coastal Cliff Cruse Kalbarri

2 min – 30 minfrom AUD $70
Silky Oaks to Cairns ONE WAY Private Transfer 6 pax
★ 4.5 (2)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Silky Oaks to Cairns ONE WAY Private Transfer 6 pax

Direct private transfer from Silky Oaks to Cairns covering roughly 1 hour 45 minutes by car. You'll travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with a driver who knows the region well and can point out worthwhile detours or answer questions about local spots along the way. Best suited for groups up to six people wanting a straightforward, comfortable journey without scheduled stops.

1h 45mfrom AUD $340
Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour

Helicopter flight delivers you straight to Reef Cruises' pontoon on the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) for a full day of exploration. Dive or snorkel among coral gardens, watch fish feeding, descend in the underwater observatory, or ride the Sunslide waterslide. The pontoon anchors you at Australia's greatest natural spectacle with proper facilities—shaded seating, showers, and a sundeck—plus lunch included. Five-and-a-half hours total, most spent on the water.

5h 30mfrom AUD $1700
Discover Bondi Guided Beach And Coastal Walking Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Discover Bondi Guided Beach And Coastal Walking Tour

Walk the Bondi headland with a working lifesaver who'll show you why this stretch of coast shaped Australia's beach culture. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn how surf lifesaving began at Australia's oldest club, peek inside their headquarters, and understand what makes Bondi tick beyond the postcard. Includes tea or coffee and genuine local insight from someone who patrols these waters.

1h 30mfrom AUD $59
Hahndorf and Hills Wine and/or Gin Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Hahndorf and Hills Wine and/or Gin Tour

An eight-hour loop through Adelaide's hills combining craft producers and cellar doors. You'll start with a factory tour and tasting at Haigh's Chocolates, climb to Mount Lofty Summit for views across the city, then venture into gin at Grunthal Brew before rolling through the villages of Stirling, Aldgate and Bridgewater. The afternoon settles into wine country—a flight at Golding Wines, local preserves at Beerenberg Strawberry Farm Shop, and a final tasting at Sidewood Cellar Door in Hahndorf. Lunch and all venue fees included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $330
Wave Rock & Rottnest Island - Air & Ground Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Wave Rock & Rottnest Island - Air & Ground Tour

This 10-hour air-and-ground combo covers two of Western Australia's standout landscapes in a single day. Fly over Perth's farmland to Wave Rock, where you'll walk beneath the massive granite formation, explore the surrounding bushland and wildflower displays, then visit the on-site museum. After returning to the airstrip, you'll fly out to Rottnest Island for afternoon beach time and the chance to spot quokkas before heading back to Perth.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1459
Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns
★ 4.5 (2)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns

Spend eight hours at Green Island, a coral cay within the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) accessible by boat from Cairns. This full-day excursion combines reef diving with island exploration—choose between introductory dives for first-timers or certified dives if you're PADI-qualified. Snorkel the shallows, walk through rainforest, or opt for a glass-bottom boat tour and buffet lunch to round out your day.

8 hoursfrom AUD $250
Peninsula Scenic Driving Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Peninsula Scenic Driving Tour

A relaxed four-hour drive around [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s bayside suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula, perfect for those after scenery without the hike. You'll cruise the Formula 1 circuit at Albert Park Lake, stop in St Kilda for photos at Dendy Street Beach, then head down the coast along Beach Road to the Peninsula. There you'll spot winery country, bushland and sweeping views from Arthurs Seat before the return journey along the bay.

4 hoursfrom AUD $234
Melbourne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Solve puzzles and navigate [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s landmarks at your own pace using the World City Trail app. This three-hour self-guided scavenger hunt takes you past St Paul's Cathedral, the State Library, Old Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Market, and SEA LIFE Aquarium, plus lesser-known spots tucked between. Audio narration and GPS guide you through the city centre, revealing local restaurant and shop tips as you go. Start whenever you fancy—pause for coffee, pick it up tomorrow, finish wherever suits.

3 hoursfrom AUD $8
Bruny Island Day Tour Scenic Views And Local Tastings
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Bruny Island Day Tour Scenic Views And Local Tastings

A nine-hour guided loop from Hobart takes you across to Bruny Island by ferry, threading through coastal reserves and lookout points with stops at local producers. You'll walk sections of the island's quieter beaches, catch sight of white wallabies and sea eagles, and taste cheese, oysters, and chocolate from makers on the island. Hotel pickup and drop-off included; departs daily at 7:30 AM.

9 hoursfrom AUD $300
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Brisbane Airport
★ 4.5 (2)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Brisbane Airport

Skip the taxi queue and arrive at Brisbane Airport refreshed. A private car collects you from your CBD hotel and delivers you directly to your terminal—international or domestic—with no fuss or delays. The driver meets you in your lobby, handles your luggage, and takes the wheel for the 15-minute run to the airport. Tolls and airport fees are included; you just step out and check in.

15 minfrom AUD $130
National Museum of Australia: Ultimate Museum Experience
★ 4.5 (2)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

National Museum of Australia: Ultimate Museum Experience

Spend three hours at Australia's premier museum exploring the nation's cultural narratives through a guided highlights tour. Your experience includes a leisurely lunch at the lakeside café with a complimentary beverage, followed by a curator-led walk through the collection's key works. Round it off with a browse through the museum shop, where you'll pocket 10% off full-priced items. Located in Canberra with strong public transport links, the museum welcomes all ages and mobility needs.

3 hoursfrom AUD $62
Wine Tour From Canberra to Murrumbateman - Hop on Hop Off
★ 4.5 (2)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Wine Tour From Canberra to Murrumbateman - Hop on Hop Off

Explore Murrumbateman's vineyard corridor on your schedule with Wine Hopper's flexible hop-on-hop-off service from central Canberra. Spend seven hours visiting acclaimed producers—from Shiraz and Riesling specialists to experimental small batches—tasting and eating when it suits you. Climb aboard comfortable buses that loop continuously through nine cellar doors, eliminating the need for a designated driver whilst you sample regional wine and cellar-door fare.

7 hoursfrom AUD $89
Ocean Explorer Tour from Lake Macquarie
★ 4.5 (2)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Ocean Explorer Tour from Lake Macquarie

Speed across Lake Macquarie's Swansea Channel and along the northern coastline on this 75-minute boat tour. Departing from Chalmers Street Jetty, you'll chase past Moon Island Nature Reserve, duck into sea caves, and swing by Catherine Hill Bay whilst a marine-focused guide narrates the region's ecology, Aboriginal connections and geological story. Expect genuine pace and water-level intimacy rather than leisurely sightseeing.

1h 15mfrom AUD $110
Margaret River Day Tour: Wine, Jetty Train & Canal Rocks
★ 4.5 (2)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Margaret River Day Tour: Wine, Jetty Train & Canal Rocks

This 11-hour Margaret River day trip threads together three distinct experiences across Western Australia's southwest coast. You'll ride the Busselton Jetty Railway out to the Indian Ocean, explore the dramatic wave-sculpted granite outcrops at Canal Rocks, and taste wines from the region's acclaimed producers. The tour suits both outdoor explorers and wine drinkers, with lunch and transport included in an air-conditioned vehicle.

11 hoursfrom AUD $215
Kuranda 60 minute Horse Trail Ride and Petting Farm
★ 4.5 (2)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Kuranda 60 minute Horse Trail Ride and Petting Farm

Saddle up for a 60-minute horseback ride through the forested terrain around Kuranda, exploring the subtropical landscape at a measured pace. Based at a farm nestled in the Myola hills near the rainforest village, this three-hour experience combines trail riding with time at the petting farm, where you'll feed and interact with animals. Helmets and safety gear are provided.

3 hoursfrom AUD $189
90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Scenic Helicopter Flight
★ 4.5 (2)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Scenic Helicopter Flight

Soar above Hinchinbrook Island on a 90-minute helicopter circuit that sweeps across Australia's largest island national park. You'll spot the Palm Island chain, the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef)'s coral systems, and Townsville's urban sprawl from above. The flight includes live commentary explaining what unfolds beneath you. This is shared-seat flying, not a private charter, and operates only if minimum passenger numbers are met.

1h 30mfrom AUD $1297
Master the White Wash 2-Day Surf School in Byron Bay
★ 4.5 (2)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Master the White Wash 2-Day Surf School in Byron Bay

Spend two days learning to surf at Byron Bay with instructors who scout conditions daily and match you to the right break. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining technique, this course adapts to your level—and if you don't pop up on day one, you can return free to keep practising. All gear and beach transport included.

2 daysfrom AUD $160
Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River
★ 4.5 (1,536)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River

Drift down the Yarra as [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s skyline transforms after dark on this three-hour floating dinner. You'll work through four courses in a proper restaurant that happens to be moving, with beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks flowing throughout. The river corridor unfolds past parks and landmarks, the city lights reflecting off the water—a different angle on the place than any ground-level view offers.

3 hoursfrom AUD $195
Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch
★ 4.5 (170)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch

Spend two to three hours on the Tweed River hunting for mud crabs and yabbies whilst casting a line or two. You'll hand-pump for crustaceans, set traps to catch live crabs, and learn what makes their riverside world tick. Your guide prepares fresh seafood lunch as you fish—optional, but recommended if you want to eat your catch.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $95
Morning or Afternoon Highlights Tour in Sydney with a Local Guide
★ 4.5 (145)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Morning or Afternoon Highlights Tour in Sydney with a Local Guide

A four-hour guided loop through Sydney's defining landmarks and neighbourhoods, hitting the Opera House, Harbour Bridge vantage points, and coastal suburbs from Bondi to Vaucluse. Your guide navigates the city's geography and shares insider tips on where locals actually eat, swim and drink—practical knowledge that turns a sightseeing tick-box into real planning. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Best for orienting yourself quickly or wrapping up your visit with context.

4 hoursfrom AUD $165
Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour
★ 4.5 (131)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Drift across Sydney Harbour for three hours whilst a live jazz trio sets the mood overhead. You'll work through a proper sit-down lunch—roasted meats, fresh seafood, the lot—then finish with cake and coffee as the Opera House and Heads slide past the windows. The boat's been running this same formula since the 1990s, which tells you something about what works.

3 hoursfrom AUD $119
Sunshine Coast Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast
★ 4.5 (106)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Sunshine Coast Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast

Skip the hassle of navigating Sunshine Coast Airport alone with luggage. This shared minivan service collects you straight from arrivals and delivers you directly to your accommodation door. Air-conditioned comfort throughout, with friendly staff at the airport check-in counter to sort you out. One-way transfer, competitive rates, no faffing about with bus stops or finding your own way.

from AUD $28
Deluxe Safari Adventure at Werribee Open Range Zoo - excl. entry
★ 4.5 (77)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Deluxe Safari Adventure at Werribee Open Range Zoo - excl. entry

Roll across [Werribee Open Range Zoo](/places/werribee-open-range-zoo)'s sprawling plains in an open-sided vehicle with a knowledgeable guide steering you towards rhino, giraffe, zebra and antelope. This 75-minute off-road tour puts you at eye level with African wildlife roaming the zoo's expansive grasslands. Zoo entry is separate and must be purchased beforehand.

1h 15mfrom AUD $60
Sunset Twilight Cruise in Hervey Bay
★ 4.5 (76)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sunset Twilight Cruise in Hervey Bay

Glide across Sandy Straits as daylight fades over Hervey Bay on this unhurried 2-hour evening voyage. You'll chase the sunset with a glass of champagne in hand while local dolphins and seabirds emerge as the human traffic retreats. The water turns glassy, reflecting the last light, and the bay's shore lights gradually brighten—a quieter side of the marine park few travellers catch.

2 hoursfrom AUD $55
Old Melbourne Gaol: Admission Tickets
★ 4.5 (76)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Old Melbourne Gaol: Admission Tickets

Step into [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s most notorious prison, operating since 1845. This self-guided tour takes you through three levels of the original gaol, past the gallows and into cells where Australia's most dangerous criminals—bushranger Ned Kelly, gangster Squizzy Taylor and others—were held. Your ticket includes audio guide access and a National Trust souvenir. Allow 2–3 hours to navigate the austere corridors and absorb the stories etched into these sandstone walls.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $50
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour and MONA Admission
★ 4.5 (74)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour and MONA Admission

Climb kunanyi/Mt Wellington for panoramic views across Hobart to Bruny Island, then descend into MONA's provocative galleries. This 7.5-hour tour combines alpine scenery with challenging contemporary art, stopping at Battery Point and Cascade Valley before finishing with a ferry ride down the Derwent River. Includes museum entry, vehicle, and return ferry ticket.

7h 30mfrom AUD $152
Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane
★ 4.5 (72)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane

A curated eight-hour drive through Mount Tamborine's wine region from Brisbane, stopping at family-owned wineries and a distillery for guided tastings. You'll sample six to ten wines at each venue, enjoy a two-course lunch prepared by a lauded chef, taste artisan fudge at Gallery Walk, and take in mountain vistas from a comfortable luxury vehicle. Tours run with small groups of up to thirteen people, collected from your Brisbane accommodation.

8 hoursfrom AUD $329
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Gold Coast
★ 4.5 (68)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Gold Coast

This seven to eight-hour loop departs the Gold Coast at 8:30 am, whisking you west to Tamborine Mountain's elevated forests and creative villages. A shuttle service stops at set points every two hours—you control the pace, hopping off to explore rainforest trails, waterfalls, Gallery Walk's 75-plus independent shops and cafés, or a local distillery. Pick your own lunch spots and venture into the National Park at your leisure before returning around 5 pm.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $99
Rottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience
★ 4.5 (51)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Rottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience

A three-hour guided snorkel tour departing from Rottnest Island, exploring reefs and shipwrecks with experienced in-water guides. You'll encounter hundreds of fish species and coral formations aboard a comfortable vessel. All snorkel gear—masks, fins, wetsuits and flotation aids—comes included, along with hot drinks and fresh fruit. The tour suits swimmers with moderate fitness who want to see Rottnest's underwater landscape without breaking the bank.

3 hoursfrom AUD $169
Shore Excursion - Cradle Mountain Shuttle Bus from Burnie
★ 4.5 (49)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Shore Excursion - Cradle Mountain Shuttle Bus from Burnie

A guided small-group shuttle from Burnie port to Tasmania's Cradle Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Over 6.5 to 8 hours, you'll walk through rainforest and along pristine lakeside trails, spotting native flora and fauna. The day wraps with tastings of local wines and produce. Timed perfectly for cruise passengers—the operator coordinates with your ship's schedule and guarantees your return before departure.

6h 30m – 8 hoursfrom AUD $220
6 Day Esperance & Margaret River Adventure Tour
★ 4.5 (39)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

6 Day Esperance & Margaret River Adventure Tour

Six days exploring southwestern Western Australia's rugged coastline, forests and wine country, departing Perth. Sleep under stars in swag camps while hiking ridge-top trails, swimming in turquoise waters, and visiting Wave Rock and Lucky Bay. Small group tour with a local guide covers national parks, meets Traditional Owners, and includes tastings across Margaret River's vineyards. Camp-to-camp travel by air-conditioned minibus with all meals and activities included.

6 daysfrom AUD $1355
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