Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Australia

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Australia for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

🌍
Duration
Any Under 1 hour🕓 1–4 hours🌞 4 h – 1 day🗓 Multi-day
Rating
Any★ 5.0★ 4.5 and up★ 4.0 and up
Price (AUD)
AnyUnder $50$50–$100$100–$200$200+
2,472 tours in Australia · 4 h – 1 dayClear filters
Private Yarra Valley Tour
5.0 (6)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private Yarra Valley Tour

This eight-hour private tour whisks you from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to the Yarra Valley, one of Australia's premier wine regions nestled beneath the Yarra Ranges. Your guide takes you behind the scenes at Dominique Portet winery for barrel room tastings paired with local produce, followed by a two-course lunch with your choice of wine, beer or soft drink. The region's celebrated restaurants and vineyard views make this an ideal escape for wine and food enthusiasts seeking more than standard tastings.

8 hoursfrom AUD $930
Koalas, Glow Worms & Kangaroos - Nature & Rainforest Walk
5.0 (6)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Koalas, Glow Worms & Kangaroos - Nature & Rainforest Walk

Spot kangaroos grazing at dusk, then venture into the rainforest after dark to hunt glow worms by torchlight and discover the nocturnal wildlife of Australia's Gold Coast hinterland. This five-hour experience deliberately keeps group sizes small to maximise animal encounters and minimise crowds. Walk roughly a mile to a waterfall base, where clear skies reveal the stars above the hinterland landscape.

5 hoursfrom AUD $149
Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops
5.0 (6)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops

Fly by helicopter between three hand-picked pubs across Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the surrounding region in a 4–5 hour adventure. You'll land at each venue for 45 minutes (1.5 hours at lunch), taking in views of Moreton Bay, Straddie Island, and the Scenic Rim from the air. The aircraft is yours alone—no group mixing—and the route typically hits Harrigans, Eagle Heights, and Veresdale, though venues rotate based on local events. Vegetarian options and non-alcoholic choices are available at every stop.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $1195
Mornington Peninsula Winery, Beer and Spirits Tour
5.0 (6)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Mornington Peninsula Winery, Beer and Spirits Tour

A flexible 8–9 hour winery tour across Mornington Peninsula that mixes wine, beer and spirits tastings at four venues. Pick up from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) CBD or the peninsula itself, then shape your own itinerary: stick to wine all day or branch into breweries and distilleries as you fancy. The focus is on building a crew vibe from the moment you board—control the playlist, chat with fellow travellers, and hit tastings without the stiffness of traditional wine tours. Lunch stops are self-catered from three options.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $175
4x4 Pinnacles Desert & Turquoise Coast Small Group Experience
5.0 (6)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

4x4 Pinnacles Desert & Turquoise Coast Small Group Experience

A 10-hour 4WD exploration of Western Australia's Pinnacles Desert and Turquoise Coast, limited to small groups and led by a local guide with genuine regional knowledge. Unlike standard tours, you'll navigate interior desert tracks and remote beaches inaccessible to larger coaches, stopping at a working pace to absorb the landscape properly. The day includes morning tea at a scenic lookout, a coastal lunch at a local favourite overlooking the Indian Ocean, and finishes with a complimentary drink amongst the dunes as the light softens.

10 hoursfrom AUD $255
McLaren Vale Shared Tour, visit 4 wineries . Best itinerary.
5.0 (6)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

McLaren Vale Shared Tour, visit 4 wineries . Best itinerary.

A 7.5-hour guided visit across McLaren Vale's finest wineries, sampling from a curated selection of cellar doors. You'll taste through four properties in one of Australia's most productive wine regions, with tastings pre-arranged and fees included. The tour strikes a balance between structured stops and flexibility—you choose which venues appeal before departure. Public transport links exist nearby, and the itinerary suits most fitness levels.

7h 30mfrom AUD $220
Wave Rock Private Tour
5.0 (6)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Wave Rock Private Tour

A 12-hour private journey to Wave Rock, one of Earth's most ancient geological formations located inland from Perth. This 2.7-billion-year-old granite outcrop rises 15 metres and stretches 200 metres, sculpted to resemble a frozen ocean wave. Travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with a knowledgeable driver-guide offering commentary in multiple languages. Hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Perth are included, along with complimentary water throughout the day.

12 hoursfrom AUD $650
Half Day Swan Valley Afternoon Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Tour
5.0 (6)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Half Day Swan Valley Afternoon Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Tour

Spend five hours exploring Swan Valley's boutique wineries on Perth's doorstep, sampling award-winning drops across three carefully chosen cellar doors. This small-group afternoon venture (maximum ten guests) pairs wine tastings with a proper sit-down lunch featuring your choice of wine pairing. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide who knows both the region's history and what makes each winery tick. Hotel pickups throughout Perth's CBD mean minimal fuss—just show up ready to taste.

5 hoursfrom AUD $180
Outer Reef Scuba Diving Day Tour from Agnes Water 1770
5.0 (6)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Outer Reef Scuba Diving Day Tour from Agnes Water 1770

Eight-hour scuba expedition to the outer reefs of the Southern [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef), departing from Agnes Water 1770. Dive pristine, lightly visited sites where manta rays, sea turtles, dolphins and whales appear regularly. Small groups mean you'll work with experienced guides who tailor each dive to your certification level and interests. Contribute to marine conservation by participating in the Eye on the Reef monitoring scheme, gathering data that helps protect these vibrant ecosystems.

8 hoursfrom AUD $429
Kakadu Day Tour-Yellow Water-Nourlangie-Ubirr-Cahills-Fogg Dam
5.0 (6)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Kakadu Day Tour-Yellow Water-Nourlangie-Ubirr-Cahills-Fogg Dam

A full-day private tour of [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) departing from Darwin, visiting Yellow Water wetlands, Aboriginal rock art sites at Nourlangie and Ubirr, Fogg Dam, and Cahills Crossing over 13–15 hours. You'll see ancient rock galleries, panoramic escarpment views, and wetland wildlife before finishing with dinner at Humpty Doo Pub. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages included throughout.

13 hours – 15 hoursfrom AUD $1900
Hidden Gems of Perth Hiking Experience with Lunch
5.0 (5)
Australia

Hidden Gems of Perth Hiking Experience with Lunch

8h 30mfrom AUD $231
Tunnels, Falls & Eagle Views Hiking Experience John Forrest National Park
5.0 (5)
Australia

Tunnels, Falls & Eagle Views Hiking Experience John Forrest National Park

4 hoursfrom AUD $69
Daylesford Private Wine Tours
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Daylesford Private Wine Tours

Spend six hours exploring Daylesford's vineyard landscape with a private guide who tailors the itinerary to your interests. Visit three to five producers, working your way through cellar doors and tastings at your own pace. Lunch and all wine samples are included, letting you focus on conversation and discovery rather than logistics. Whether you're after boutique operations, established names, or farm-gate experiences, the guide works with your preferences to build the day.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1750
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
5.0 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville

Board a sailing yacht from Magnetic Island for six hours of coastal cruising, swimming and wildlife spotting. After a short ferry from Townsville, you'll anchor in a sheltered bay with granite outcrops and hoop pines as your backdrop. Swim or beachcomb, then settle in for locally sourced prawns and antipasto paired with regional wines and beers. Watch for sea eagles, kites, reef fish and turtles in their natural habitat. The crew invites you to take the helm or learn sailing basics if keen. Return ferry included.

6 hoursfrom AUD $279
Huon Valley Wine and Cider Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Huon Valley Wine and Cider Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania

A seven-hour guided circuit through Tasmania's Huon Valley wine region, starting and finishing in Hobart. You'll visit five independent producers—three vineyards and two cider makers—sampling their output with knowledgeable commentary. The route takes in fortified wines, liqueurs, gin and ciders at family-run operations handpicked for character. A scenic drive winds through the valley; lunch isn't included but eaten at one of the stops.

7 hoursfrom AUD $250
Mona Like a Rockstar
5.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Mona Like a Rockstar

Board the ferry's exclusive Posh Pit lounge for a thirty-minute cruise down the Derwent River to Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art, where you'll spend six and a half hours exploring David Walsh's subterranean collection of provocative art and antiquities. A dedicated host guides you through cocktails at The Void Bar, a chef-curated lunch with wine pairings in Faro Bar, James Turrell's immersive light installation, and final views from The Source Restaurant—all bookended by ferry snacks and drinks.

6h 30mfrom AUD $540
Darwin City & Mindil Beach Sunset Market experience
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin City & Mindil Beach Sunset Market experience

A guided afternoon exploring Darwin's city centre and coastal neighbourhoods, culminating at Mindil Beach Sunset Markets with reserved seating. Your driver provides local insight throughout the 4–6 hour outing, tailoring stops to your interests. Small group of ten maximum means genuine conversation rather than bus-tour anonymity. Bottled water supplied; air-conditioned transport handles the Top End heat.

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $135
Bladensburg National Park Half Day Tour From Winton
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Bladensburg National Park Half Day Tour From Winton

Explore Bladensburg National Park on a four-hour guided tour from Winton, visiting one of the region's earliest settlements now preserved as parkland. You'll travel through the park's rugged terrain and pastoral history in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping to discover how early settlers shaped this landscape and what the natural environment tells about the area's past.

4 hoursfrom AUD $100
Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour

This 10-hour loop from Cairns connects three distinct Queensland landmarks in one day. You'll explore Paronella Park, a 1930s castle surrounded by gardens and cascades, then step into Herberton's open-air museum with its 60-plus restored buildings from the pioneering era. Finish at Granite Gorge where you hand-feed the endemic Mareeba Rock Wallabies. Your local guide leads a small group of up to six, travelling in air-conditioned comfort.

10 hoursfrom AUD $285
Melbourne Private Penguins Koalas TOUR-Melbourne City Tour JEWELS
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Melbourne Private Penguins Koalas TOUR-Melbourne City Tour JEWELS

This eight-and-a-half-hour private tour combines [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s urban landmarks with close encounters at a wildlife facility, letting you spot little penguins in daylight rather than waiting for evening. You'll see free-roaming kangaroos, up to 15 koalas, tree kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, emus and dingos, then visit iconic city spots. An air-conditioned vehicle and all entry fees are included, making it a seamless full-day outing.

8h 30mfrom AUD $1399
Private Sydney City Customized Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Sydney City Customized Tour

A six to seven-hour private tour steered by a Sydney-born guide who weaves together the city's landmark sites—Rocks, Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Botanic Gardens—with Indigenous heritage and colonial narratives. You'll move through evolving inner-city neighbourhoods, catch lunch views at Bondi, walk the clifftop coastal path, and finish at Darling Harbour. The itinerary flexes to your group's pace and interests; pickup and drop-off from your hotel included.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $350
Half Day Private Wine Tasting Tour in Orange NSW
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Half Day Private Wine Tasting Tour in Orange NSW

Explore Orange's lesser-known vineyard estates on a private half-day tour tailored to your group of two to six. Your dedicated guide navigates you through boutique producers in a comfortable vehicle, steering clear of the tourist circuit. You'll taste wines directly from winemakers and small-batch producers while learning what makes this cool-climate region distinctive. All facility fees are covered; you're free to purchase bottles separately if anything catches your palate.

5 hoursfrom AUD $215
Adelaide City Highlights via Hahndorf Half-Day Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Adelaide City Highlights via Hahndorf Half-Day Tour

A four-hour guided loop through Adelaide's core neighbourhoods and the nearby hills. Your driver navigates you past significant buildings and viewpoints, stopping to explore Hahndorf—a historic German settlement in the Adelaide Hills—before returning to the city. You'll hear local stories and gain perspective on how Adelaide's layout and landmarks shaped its character. Water and a chocolate gift are provided; plan lunch separately.

4 hoursfrom AUD $159
Private Tour: Jenolan Caves & Blue Mountains in a day
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Tour: Jenolan Caves & Blue Mountains in a day

Spend a full day exploring two of New South Wales' standout natural formations with a private driver steering you through the Blue Mountains and out to Jenolan Caves. Departing from your Sydney hotel, you'll cover roughly 200 kilometres with someone who knows the region well, stopping at viewpoints and walking trails that reveal why these landscapes draw travellers repeatedly. Ten to twelve hours gives you genuine time to absorb the escarpments, limestone formations and valley views without the rush of a coach group.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $897
Private, Luxury and Tailored Yarra Valley Wine Tour
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private, Luxury and Tailored Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Spend 7–8 hours exploring Yarra Valley's finest wineries in a private luxury vehicle reserved entirely for your group. Select three premium cellar doors that match your palate—think cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay—or swap one tasting for a gin distillery visit. Your driver collects you from anywhere in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) and adjusts the route to suit your rhythm, skipping the standard tourist circuit altogether. Stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie if you fancy it.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $745
Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience

Catch the Australian Open in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with a guide who knows the circuit inside out. This 5-hour tour gives you an all-day ground pass to roam the courts, watch elite tennis players, and pick up the inside stories of how the tournament shaped Australian sporting culture. Small groups of no more than 15 mean you'll actually hear your guide over the crowd.

5 hoursfrom AUD $150
Luxury Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Fine Dining | From Sydney CBD
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Luxury Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Fine Dining | From Sydney CBD

Skip the Hunter Valley crowds on this small-group wine tour that prioritises quality tastings over tick-box tourism. You'll spend the day in a luxury vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide, calling in at three carefully chosen wineries: Mount Pleasant for a guided tasting with charcuterie, the rarely-opened Thomas Allen Wines, and Mount View Estate with valley views. Lunch at Bistro Molines is self-funded and self-directed—choose what appeals from their two-course menu. The whole experience unfolds over 10 hours from your Sydney CBD base.

10 hoursfrom AUD $380
Swan Valley Region Private Day Tours
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Swan Valley Region Private Day Tours

Explore the Swan Valley, one of Australia's oldest and most accessible wine regions, on a customised private tour lasting 6–8 hours. Rather than a straightforward vineyard crawl, this outing balances tastings across 40+ wineries, breweries and distilleries with visits to local artisans—blacksmiths, stonemasons and textile designers—who inject genuine character into the valley. Hotel transfers, a knowledgeable driver and flexibility to steer your own itinerary mean you'll experience the region at your own pace.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $530
Scenic Private Yarra Valley Wine Tour
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Scenic Private Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Spend eight hours exploring the Yarra Valley's vineyards on a private tour tailored to your tastes. Visit a mix of established and boutique wineries, taste wines at two properties, and enjoy a leisurely lunch surrounded by rolling vineyard views. Your driver selects venues based on what interests you most—whether you're after cool-climate Pinots, cellar door experiences, or family-friendly estates.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2699
Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour

Pair granite peaks and penguin colonies in a single day across Victoria's coast. This 12.5-hour private tour starts at Wilson's Promontory—hiking through fern-lined forest to Mt Bishop for lunch with panoramic views—then shifts south to Phillip Island for the evening penguin return. You'll travel in a Mercedes with a knowledgeable driver who handles logistics, leaving you free to absorb the landscape and wildlife.

12h 30mfrom AUD $1197
Great Ocean Road Medium Size Group Tour
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Great Ocean Road Medium Size Group Tour

Spend 11 hours exploring Australia's most dramatic coastline with a small group of up to 24 travellers. This Great Ocean Road tour combines forest walks, coastal views and native wildlife spotting in a single day. You'll travel in a climate-controlled coach, stopping at key lookouts and natural attractions that make this stretch of Victoria's coast unmissable. Designed for all fitness levels, it's an efficient way to tick off the highlights without needing your own car.

11 hoursfrom AUD $168
Luxury Hunter Valley Tour: 3 Tastings, Gin, Lunch & Chocolatier
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Luxury Hunter Valley Tour: 3 Tastings, Gin, Lunch & Chocolatier

A six-hour wine tour through Hunter Valley's Broke-Fordwich and Pokolbin regions with groups capped at 11 people. You'll taste premium wines at three boutique cellar doors, lunch at a French brasserie on Keith Tulloch's grounds, visit an artisan chocolatier, and optionally add a gin tasting. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Designed for solo travellers, couples and friends after a refined country escape without the crowds.

6 hoursfrom AUD $239
Pinnacles Desert Private Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Pinnacles Desert Private Tour

A nine-hour private tour exploring Nambung National Park's striking Pinnacles Desert, 200 kilometres north of Perth. You'll travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with an experienced guide who tailors the pace to suit you. The route takes in natural landscapes en route to the desert's distinctive limestone formations, with sandboarding included. Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation, plus entry and water provided.

9 hoursfrom AUD $550
Private Tour: Sydney Highlights In A Day
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Tour: Sydney Highlights In A Day

A curated four-hour spin through Sydney's defining landmarks, tailored for groups up to seven. You'll explore The Rocks' cobbled colonial streets, catch the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from multiple angles, sweep through inner-city neighborhoods, and finish at Bondi and Manly's famous shores. Your private vehicle and driver handle navigation while you absorb the city's geography and character without the tour-bus crowds.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1150
Melbourne Highlights and Aussie Wildlife Express Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne Highlights and Aussie Wildlife Express Tour

This 7.5-hour tour combines [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s urban core with native wildlife encounters. You'll be collected from your accommodation, guided through the city's architectural landmarks and laneway culture, then spend time at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park observing kangaroos, wallabies, emus and other Australian fauna in their natural settings. Coffee and tea included throughout.

7h 30mfrom AUD $513
Private Wilsons Promontory Hiking Tour from Melbourne
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Wilsons Promontory Hiking Tour from Melbourne

A full-day private hiking adventure through Wilsons Promontory National Park near [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). You'll tackle two rewarding walks totalling 12 km: a coastal ramble from Tidal River to Pillar Point with sweeping bay views, then the signature Mt Oberon ascent for Victoria's best vistas from the summit. Between walks, explore Squeaky Beach's peculiar white quartz sands, spot wombats, emus and kangaroos in their natural habitat, and grab lunch at the park's general store. The pace is yours to set with a private guide and vehicle.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1500
[Private Tour] “Penguin Parade” Phillip Island Tour.
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

[Private Tour] “Penguin Parade” Phillip Island Tour.

Spend a full day on Phillip Island watching little penguins return to shore at dusk, often in groups of up to a thousand. You'll also explore Churchill Island's working farm with sheep dog displays and shearing demonstrations, plus visit a wildlife park where you can hand-feed wallabies, echidnas, reptiles and native birds. Your private guide tailors the pace to your interests, whether that's farm history, flower gardens or animal encounters. Transport, park entry and premium penguin seating included.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $990
Ningaloo In A Full day Hike and Snorkel Tour
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Ningaloo In A Full day Hike and Snorkel Tour

Spend eight hours exploring both the underwater and terrestrial sides of Western Australia's Ningaloo region. You'll walk through Yardie Creek Gorge in Cape Range National Park, then swap boots for fins at Turquoise Bay to snorkel directly off the beach. A guide leads both activities, lunch is included at Milyering, and you'll visit the lighthouse. The full itinerary covers reef ecosystems and rugged coastal ranges in a single outing.

8 hoursfrom AUD $245
Small Group Tour Sydney City Highlights and Hidden Gems
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Small Group Tour Sydney City Highlights and Hidden Gems

This six-hour small group tour hits Sydney's most recognisable spots—the Harbour Bridge, Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Bondi Beach—alongside quieter viewpoints that locals actually favour. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned van with a Sydney-based guide who knows the shortcuts and backstories. Short walks punctuate the day, giving you time to shoot photos and absorb the city's character without feeling rushed.

6 hoursfrom AUD $249
Guided Snorkeling Experience in Bondi
5.0 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Guided Snorkeling Experience in Bondi

Head out from Bondi for a four-hour snorkelling session led by experienced instructors who keep groups small and focused. You'll explore the coastal waters with all gear provided, transported in an air-conditioned vehicle. The team runs through fundamentals before you hit the water, making sure you're comfortable with your kit and the conditions ahead. Guides speak Spanish, English, Italian, Dutch, and Simplified Chinese.

4 hoursfrom AUD $108
Some tours listed with Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Prices and availability confirmed at checkout.