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Tours in Australia

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Whale Watching Sydney 2-Hour Express Cruise
★ 4.0 (77)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Whale Watching Sydney 2-Hour Express Cruise

Spot migrating whales from three open decks aboard the Ocean Dreaming II, departing Circular Quay on Sydney Harbour. This 2-hour cruise pairs sightings with expert crew commentary on whale behaviour and local maritime history. Multiple daily sailings fit easily into your itinerary, and the vessel's design keeps you close to the action regardless of where you stand.

2 hoursfrom AUD $91
South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour
★ 4.0 (44)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour

Jack Sim, Brisbane's original ghost historian, leads a 2-hour lantern-lit walk through South Brisbane Cemetery to uncover stories of the restless dead—including inmates from Boggo Road Jail and the shadowy Woman in Black. Gravediggers and sextons share their unsettling encounters as you navigate the historic grounds. You'll receive a copy of Sim's book, The Ghosts of South Brisbane Cemetery, and contribute to heritage preservation.

2 hoursfrom AUD $55
Pinnacles Desert & New Norcia Day Tour from Perth
★ 4.0 (35)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Pinnacles Desert & New Norcia Day Tour from Perth

This 11.5-hour loop from Perth sweeps through two contrasting Western Australian landscapes: the otherworldly limestone formations of Nambung National Park and the heritage precinct of New Norcia, home to Australia's sole Benedictine monastery. You'll travel in an air-conditioned coach with a driver-guide providing running commentary, stopping for fish and chips lunch and a guided town walkthrough. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

11h 30mfrom AUD $269
Full-Day Wave Rock & Historic York
★ 4.0 (28)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Full-Day Wave Rock & Historic York

An 11-hour loop from Perth that connects three distinct landscapes: the colonial streetscapes of York, the forested ridges of the Darling Range, and Wave Rock itself—a 2.63-billion-year-old granite dome that rises abruptly from the paddocks near Hyden. You'll travel through working farmland, see how the terrain shifts inland, and stand against one of Western Australia's most arresting geological features. Hotel pickup from selected CBD locations and air-conditioned transport included; bring your own lunch.

11 hoursfrom AUD $290
Half-Day Swan Valley & Wildlife Park Tour
★ 4.0 (28)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Half-Day Swan Valley & Wildlife Park Tour

Spend four hours exploring Western Australia's Swan Valley wine region and its native wildlife. This half-day tour from Perth combines tastings at local producers with hands-on animal encounters, revealing both the valley's agricultural heritage and unique fauna. Hotel pickups in the CBD are included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle and knowledgeable guide narrating the route.

4 hoursfrom AUD $195
Rottnest Island Bayseeker Tour
★ 4.0 (26)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Rottnest Island Bayseeker Tour

A 1 hour 45 minute circuit of Rottnest Island aboard an air-conditioned coach with informed commentary covering the island's key landmarks and coastal vistas. Located 19km off Western Australia's coast, this guided loop reveals the island's distinctive landscape—from sheltered bays to windswept headlands—at a measured pace, allowing you to absorb the interplay of turquoise waters and native bushland without the logistics of self-driving.

1h 45mfrom AUD $59
Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Guided Night Tour
★ 4.0 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Guided Night Tour

Cruise the reefs off Airlie Beach on a glass-bottomed vessel to spot nocturnal marine life in their evening habitat. This 60-minute guided tour lets you watch crayfish scuttling across the seabed, turtles nestled in coral, octopuses hunting, and reef sharks on patrol—all from the dry comfort of the cabin. A guide provides running commentary on the reef's intricate ecosystems, whilst underwater lighting reveals creatures rarely seen during daylight hours.

1 hourfrom AUD $109
Yarra Valley Wine Tour inc lunch with a glass of wine, tastings and chocolate
★ 4.0 (11)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Yarra Valley Wine Tour inc lunch with a glass of wine, tastings and chocolate

Spend 6–8 hours exploring four of the Yarra Valley's finest wineries in a climate-controlled coach, sampling wines and local knowledge from drivers who work these estates regularly. You'll taste across four cellar doors, pause for lunch paired with a glass of wine, and finish at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie before returning to your [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) CBD hotel. The region's reputation for cool-climate reds and whites becomes clear once you've worked through the lineup yourself.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $175
Luxury Sydney Harbor New Years Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise 2026-7
★ 4.0 (10)
🍹 Nightlife
Australia

Luxury Sydney Harbor New Years Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise 2026-7

Ring in the new year aboard the Sydney Sundancer, an intimate yacht hosting a curated crowd for Sydney Harbour's legendary midnight fireworks. This 8-hour 15-minute celebration pairs panoramic views of the pyrotechnics with multi-course dining, Bollinger champagne, premium wines and craft beers flowing throughout the evening—not just at the stroke of midnight. Expect the kind of refined, unhurried revelry you'd find at a friend's elegant house party, minus the crowds pressing against foreshores.

8h 15mfrom AUD $1700
Coastal Magic - Melbourne 12 Apostles & Beyond
★ 4.0 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Coastal Magic - Melbourne 12 Apostles & Beyond

This 12-hour coastal drive tracks the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles, timing your arrival before midday crowds build. You'll navigate multiple vantage points along the limestone cliffs, duck into Loch Ard Gorge to see the towering rock formations and sheltered beach, then break for lunch at Apollo Bay before the return to [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). An air-conditioned coach and knowledgeable driver handle the 240-kilometre round trip, leaving you free to shoot photographs and absorb the Victorian coastline.

12 hoursfrom AUD $39
Great Ocean Road Grampians 3 Day National Park Tour Melbourne Roundtrip
★ 4.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Great Ocean Road Grampians 3 Day National Park Tour Melbourne Roundtrip

Skip the coach-park queues and explore Victoria's coastline and mountain ranges properly over three days departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). This loop takes you west along the Great Ocean Road to lesser-known beaches and coastal walks, then inland through the Grampians to hike ancient ranges and spot native wildlife. Two nights' accommodation in Warrnambool and Halls Gap, plus meals and expert guide commentary included. Moderate fitness required for daily bush walks around 6.5km.

3 daysfrom AUD $827
Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment
★ 4.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment

Catch the ferry from Cairns to Fitzroy Island for a seven-hour day on the reef. You'll have the afternoon to snorkel above coral gardens, laze on Nudey Beach, or walk the island trails. Snorkelling gear is supplied, and the ferry has air-con and onboard facilities. It's a straightforward way to see what the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) actually looks like without committing to a full-day boat tour.

7 hoursfrom AUD $129
Sydney The Rocks Walking Tour With A Guide
★ 4.0 (8)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Sydney The Rocks Walking Tour With A Guide

Walk through The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighbourhood, with a local guide who knows its back-streets and stories. Over two hours, you'll move through narrow laneways and historic squares with views across the harbour. See Georgian cottages, sandstone churches, and colonial-era buildings that shaped Sydney's early days. Your guide shares insider knowledge and can point you towards worthwhile stops, though entry fees and refreshments aren't included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $32
The Virtual Solar System Highlights: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
★ 4.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

The Virtual Solar System Highlights: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

Drive the world's longest Virtual Solar System route through New South Wales's astronomy heartland, departing from Coonabarabran's Visitor Centre towards Siding Spring Observatory. This self-guided audio tour takes 1–2 hours depending on your pace, featuring six planet models on roadside displays and insights from Dark Sky Traveller director Marnie Ogg and Fred Watson, former head astronomer. Control when you start, pause at viewpoints, and access the tour indefinitely via VoiceMap app—works offline with turn-by-turn navigation.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $10
Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Champagne Brunch Cruise
★ 4.0 (5)
Australia

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Champagne Brunch Cruise

2 hoursfrom AUD $119
Questo Self-guided Haunted Melbourne Walking Tour
★ 4.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Questo Self-guided Haunted Melbourne Walking Tour

Navigate [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s shadowed corners and architectural landmarks using your smartphone as guide. This two-hour self-directed route winds through the city's most atmospheric pockets—Victorian theatres, hidden laneways, government buildings and neighbourhood quarters steeped in local folklore. You'll move at your own pace, uncovering the stories and dark histories woven into Melbourne's streetscape, from the grand Flinders Street Station to the coloured walls of Hosier Lane.

2 hoursfrom AUD $16
2 Day Great Ocean Road Tour and Platypus paddle
★ 4.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

2 Day Great Ocean Road Tour and Platypus paddle

A two-day coastal and forest adventure combining the dramatic cliffs and coves of Australia's Great Ocean Road with inland exploration and wildlife spotting. You'll spend your first day driving the iconic coastline, then venture inland to paddle Lake Elizabeth hunting for platypuses, walk through old-growth forest, and visit a striking waterfall and historic redwood plantation. The tour includes one night's accommodation and suits those comfortable with moderate physical activity.

2 daysfrom AUD $675
Pinnacles Desert Lobster Tour from Perth
★ 4.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Pinnacles Desert Lobster Tour from Perth

A nine-and-a-half-hour loop from Perth that combines coastal stops, natural landmarks, and regional food. Start with local treats in Yanchep, view ancient stromatolites at Lake Thetis, then spend time exploring the Pinnacles Desert's distinctive limestone formations and its Discovery Centre. The route finishes with lunch at Cervantes before returning to the city by evening. Your driver-guide handles all commentary and park entry.

9h 30mfrom AUD $174
Blue Mountains Dual Valley Scenic Walk Guided Tour from Sydney
★ 4.0 (5)
Australia

Blue Mountains Dual Valley Scenic Walk Guided Tour from Sydney

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $112
Sydney Zoo General Entry Admission Ticket
★ 4.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Sydney Zoo General Entry Admission Ticket

Sydney Zoo combines over 4,000 animals and an aquarium in one sprawling Bungarribee park without stairs or steep terrain. Walk the African Boardwalk to spot mixed-species savannah groupings, explore Primate Boulevard's leafy paths, encounter South-East Asian wildlife, and learn about First Nations culture before heading to the open-range Australia zone where kangaroos and wallabies roam freely. The site is entirely flat and fully accessible, with complimentary parking included.

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom AUD $60
The Florita Wine Tasting Experience
★ 4.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

The Florita Wine Tasting Experience

Spend three hours at one of Australia's celebrated Riesling producers, where you'll taste across four Jim Barry vintages—current releases and back stock—from the winery's private tasting room. The experience includes a locally sourced platter served amongst the vines, with views across the Warilto homestead and surrounding vineyard. Ideal for anyone serious about understanding how this cool-climate region expresses Riesling.

3 hoursfrom AUD $200
Quiz Room Perth Immersive Trivia Game
★ 4.0 (4)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Quiz Room Perth Immersive Trivia Game

Quiz Room Perth serves up a competitive trivia game where knowledge alone won't cut it. You'll face off against other players across two thirty-minute rounds, armed with tactical jokers to sabotage competitors, block answers or pinch their points. The format flips standard trivia on its head—strategy and timing matter as much as what you know. Surprises land right through to the final buzzer, meaning comebacks are always possible. A game photo is included, and a host runs the show.

1h 15mfrom AUD $45
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary + High Ropes & Zipline Adventure
★ 4.0 (4)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary + High Ropes & Zipline Adventure

Spend eight hours at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary combining close encounters with Australian fauna and a three-hour aerial obstacle course. TreeTop Challenge sits within the sanctuary grounds, 200 metres from the beach, offering 14 ziplines and seven high ropes circuits threaded through rainforest canopy. You'll navigate over 100 challenges—from beginner-friendly routes to extreme black diamond sections—with views across native animal habitats. Full-day sanctuary access, all safety equipment, and instruction included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $110
Luxe Seafood Package with Round Trip Ferry from Perth
★ 4.0 (4)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Luxe Seafood Package with Round Trip Ferry from Perth

Haul Western Rock Lobster from the Indian Ocean off Rottnest Island, then feast on your catch prepared fresh aboard ship during a 9.5-hour adventure from Perth. This hands-on seafood experience combines the thrill of trap-pulling with a seven-course banquet showcasing WA's ocean bounty, all washed down with unlimited local wine, beer, and soft drinks as you cruise between the mainland and island.

9h 30mfrom AUD $506
Bendigo, Echuca & The Mighty Murray
★ 4.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Bendigo, Echuca & The Mighty Murray

Explore two inland Australian towns in a single day, stepping back through gold-rush heritage and riverboat history. Head underground into the Central Deborah Gold Mine, rattle through Bendigo's streets aboard a restored tram, then cruise the Murray River on the historic Emmylou Paddlesteamer. The pace is unhurried, mixing industrial archaeology with scenic water views across twelve hours.

12 hoursfrom AUD $311
Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles Tour - Less crowd more highlights
★ 4.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles Tour - Less crowd more highlights

Start your Great Ocean Road journey at dawn, reaching the 12 Apostles limestone stacks before daytrippers swarm in. This 12-hour reverse route with a local guide covers coastal highlights from the dramatic rock formations through Loch Ard Gorge, Great Otway National Park, Apollo Bay, and Kennett River. You'll spot wild koalas in their habitat, hear the grim tales behind shipwrecks scattered along this stretch, and photograph some of Australia's most striking seascapes without jostling for position. The pace suits small groups wanting genuine connection with the landscape rather than checkbox tourism.

12 hoursfrom AUD $75
McLaren Vale Wine Experience
★ 4.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

McLaren Vale Wine Experience

Spend eight hours touring McLaren Vale's premier wineries and vineyards south of Adelaide. Your guide navigates the rolling hills of the Fleurieu Peninsula, stopping at three to four cellar doors for tastings. The region's reputation for quality production and local food means you'll sample wines alongside regional produce at a lunch venue of your choice. Travel in shared transport with other guests, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $233
Altona Homestead Ghost Tour
★ 4.0 (4)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Altona Homestead Ghost Tour

Explore Altona Homestead, one of Australia's earliest built residences, on a 90-minute evening investigation into its documented paranormal activity. Fifteen minutes from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), this heritage property has been the focus of serious ghost-hunting research for years. The Langhorne family's turbulent past—marked by births, deaths and family tragedy—appears to linger within its walls. Tours operate on the first Saturday of each month, led by experienced guides who walk you through the house and grounds after dark.

1h 30mfrom AUD $39
Sip, Savour & Stroll Barossa to Hahndorf- Cruise Ship Pickups
★ 4.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sip, Savour & Stroll Barossa to Hahndorf- Cruise Ship Pickups

An 8-hour drive from your cruise ship to South Australia's Barossa Valley and the German-heritage village of Hahndorf. Your guide leads you through Barossa's vineyard estates with tastings, then across to Hahndorf's historic streets lined with independent shops and cafes. Lunch is included, plus plenty of time to browse and chat with locals. You'll be back at the port on schedule.

8 hoursfrom AUD $215
From Sydney Blue Mountains Private Tour with Wildlife Park
★ 4.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

From Sydney Blue Mountains Private Tour with Wildlife Park

A private eight-to-nine-hour outing from Sydney into the Blue Mountains, taking in the region's sandstone landmarks and native wildlife. You'll explore Leura's quiet streets, view the iconic Three Sisters rock pillars, and get close to koalas and kangaroos at a dedicated wildlife facility. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver handling navigation, leaving you free to soak in the landscape.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $890
See Melbourne With A Local: Private & Personalized
★ 4.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

See Melbourne With A Local: Private & Personalized

A local Melburnian pairs with you based on shared interests to design a bespoke walking tour of the city. Complete a brief questionnaire after booking, and your host will map out an itinerary that reveals pockets of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) most visitors miss. Choose between 3, 8 or 8 hours, meet at a central location, and adjust plans on the fly as you explore neighbourhoods, laneways, and corners that genuinely matter to the people who live here.

3 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $134
Half Day Kayak Turtle Tour
★ 4.0 (4)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Half Day Kayak Turtle Tour

Paddle out on a three-hour coastal kayak exploring a six-kilometre loop where sea turtles frequent these Australian waters. You'll hear local history as you stroke along the shoreline, with a midway stop at a beach where you can leave the kayak, swim, and rinse off in the showers. Basic kit includes a locker for your belongings and water to keep you hydrated. Suits paddlers with moderate fitness who want wildlife spotting without a full-day commitment.

3 hoursfrom AUD $109
HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass
★ 4.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass

Combine art gallery browsing with waterfront cruising on the Gold Coast. Board Hopo for either a quick return journey or an all-day hop-on hop-off pass to HOTA, then spend time in the gallery viewing contemporary exhibitions. Your $30 food and beverage voucher gets you into The Exhibitionist Bar, where you can eat, drink, and take in water views across the precinct. Runs 2–6 hours depending on which cruise option you pick.

2 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $40
Private Sydney at Night Cruise for up to Six Guests
★ 4.0 (4)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Private Sydney at Night Cruise for up to Six Guests

Glide across Sydney Harbour for an hour aboard the elegant MV BEL, a Venetian-style motor cruiser built locally. Watch the Opera House and Bridge light up against the darkened sky, their reflections dancing across the water. Wrap yourself in a blanket with complimentary sparkling wine while the city settles into evening. Your skipper will position the boat at prime vantage points so you can capture the scene, and you're welcome to bring your own food and drink to extend the experience.

1 hourfrom AUD $600
5G Australia eSIM - Up to 50GB or Unlimited Data; No Roaming Fees
★ 4.0 (4)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

5G Australia eSIM - Up to 50GB or Unlimited Data; No Roaming Fees

Grab a local Australian eSIM before you land and skip the airport SIM counter queues. Choose between capped data plans (up to 50GB) or unlimited access across Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone's 5G networks. No roaming charges mean your data costs stay predictable whether you're in Sydney or the Outback. Activate within 90 days and use it for up to six months; you'll keep your home SIM for calls and texts, running both simultaneously on one phone.

1 day – 180 daysfrom AUD $5
Luxury Chauffeur Car Melbourne Airport To CBD or city to airport
★ 4.0 (4)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Luxury Chauffeur Car Melbourne Airport To CBD or city to airport

Skip the airport queue and ride into [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) in a professional chauffeur car. This 30-minute transfer whisks you between Melbourne Airport and the CBD in a luxury vehicle, with a driver who knows the route cold. You'll get complimentary WiFi and a half-hour grace period if your flight's late, so no stress about time. Door-to-door service means one less thing to arrange when you're juggling luggage and jet lag.

30 minfrom AUD $125
The Swan River Colony: A Self-Guided Tour of Fremantle
★ 4.0 (4)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

The Swan River Colony: A Self-Guided Tour of Fremantle

Trace Fremantle's evolution from a struggling colonial settlement to a thriving port town on this self-guided audio walk through Western Australia's historic gateway. Starting at the railway station, you'll navigate Georgian and Victorian streetscapes along Market and High Streets, uncovering stories of convict labour, prison escapes, and the gold rush that transformed the region. The 75-minute route concludes at Arthur Head, where colonial authority was first asserted in 1829. Download the app beforehand for offline access and set your own pace.

1h 15m – 1h 45mfrom AUD $14
Barossa Valley Food & wine Tour- Cruise Ship Pickups
★ 4.0 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Barossa Valley Food & wine Tour- Cruise Ship Pickups

This 8-hour Barossa Valley tour departs directly from your cruise ship, combining tastings at established wineries with a farm visit and lunch. You'll sample wines at several estates including Chateau Tanunda and Chateau Dorrien, spend time at Maggie Beer's Farm exploring its gardens and produce, and dine at Monkey Nut Cafe. A dedicated guide drives your group through the region's undulating vineyards, stopping at family-run operations like Kies Family Wines. Shared transport accommodates up to 30 passengers.

8 hoursfrom AUD $215
Explore Sydney's Botanic Gardens In a Series of Fun Cryptic Clues
★ 4.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Explore Sydney's Botanic Gardens In a Series of Fun Cryptic Clues

Navigate Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens armed with cryptic clues and a smartphone app, uncovering hidden corners and viewpoints over two hours. This self-guided scavenger hunt sends you wandering through established gardens and native plantings, solving riddles that reveal lesser-known spots and Harbour vistas. Compete solo or gather friends for team play, starting whenever suits and finishing near the Art Gallery with a garden café on hand.

2 hoursfrom AUD $25
Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting
★ 4.0 (3)
Australia

Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting

1 dayfrom AUD $211
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