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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.

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Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min

Mark a milestone with a private helicopter spin over Brisbane as the sun dips low. You'll get 25 minutes airborne seeing Mt Gravatt, the CBD from above, Mt Cootha's lookout, and the western suburbs bathed in golden light. The whole experience runs 45 minutes, including pre-flight setup in an air-conditioned lounge at JetBase. Narrated throughout, you'll wear Bose headsets so every word cuts through the rotor noise. Bring someone special or go solo—this is the kind of view that stays with you.

45 minfrom AUD $289

Adelaide Walking Tour: East End Escapade

🛕 Culture & History

Adelaide Walking Tour: East End Escapade

Wander Adelaide's East End with a local guide who unpicks the suburb's layered past. This 2-hour small-group walk threads together colonial-era buildings, private residences, and public landmarks, revealing how the city evolved from its frontier days. You'll hear stories about the people who shaped these streets and neighbourhoods, getting a genuine read on what makes Adelaide tick beyond the postcard views.

2 hoursfrom AUD $51

Private Transfer from Gold Coast Airport - Surfers Paradise

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Private Transfer from Gold Coast Airport - Surfers Paradise

Door-to-door private car service from Gold Coast Airport directly to Surfers Paradise, taking 60–90 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver collects you promptly and delivers you to your accommodation without detours or shared stops. Seats up to three passengers in an air-conditioned sedan with onboard WiFi, ideal if you want to settle in straight after landing rather than wait for a shuttle or navigate public transport.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $75

Evening Dinner Cruise

🐠 Water Activities

Evening Dinner Cruise

Spend an evening aboard Spirit of the Wild, a hybrid-powered vessel gliding silently through Tasmania's Gordon River and Macquarie Harbour. Over six hours, savour chef-prepared dinners built from local produce whilst onboard interpreters unpack the region's natural and cultural layers. The boat's quiet engine and low-impact hull let you absorb the landscape without noise or disturbance—perfect for catching dusk light on the water and spotting wildlife that other vessels scare away.

6 hoursfrom AUD $155

Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas MANLY AND NORTHERN BEACHES PRIVATE TOUR

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas MANLY AND NORTHERN BEACHES PRIVATE TOUR

An eight to nine-hour private tour showcasing Sydney's northern coastline from Manly to the headlands beyond. Travel across the Harbour Bridge to explore dramatic cliff walks, sheltered beaches and rocky outcrops teeming with marine life. Stop at Balmoral, Freshwater, Curl Curl and the iconic Shelly to Manly stretch, take lunch beachside, hunt for migrating whales at North Head, and paddle through rock pools at Long Reef spotting starfish and sea anemones. Your own air-conditioned vehicle and driver mean you move at your pace, finishing with an optional ferry ride back to the city.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $500

Sunset Jet Ski Tour on the Brisbane River

🐠 Water Activities

Sunset Jet Ski Tour on the Brisbane River

Pilot your own jet ski down the Brisbane River during golden hour, taking in the city's illuminated skyline and riverside landmarks from the water. This 90-minute tour launches from the CBD and guides you past Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, South Bank Parklands, and the botanical gardens. You'll handle a modern 2025 Sea-Doo with support from experienced operators who've been running these tours for over a decade. No prior experience or licence required—just the willingness to follow safety protocols.

1h 30mfrom AUD $320

Barossa Valley Wine Tour Local Barossa Valley Pickup and Lunch

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Barossa Valley Wine Tour Local Barossa Valley Pickup and Lunch

A six-hour small-group wine tour of Barossa Valley departing from local pickup points. Led by Charles, an experienced local guide and driver, you'll visit handpicked wineries across the region's rolling vineyards and heritage villages. The tour caps at five guests, ensuring genuine conversation and personal attention rather than coach-load anonymity. Lunch with a charcuterie platter is included, as is bottled water throughout the day. Award-winning for its authentic approach to hospitality.

6 hoursfrom AUD $239

LARK Distillery Tour

🍜 Food & Cooking

LARK Distillery Tour

Walk through LARK's heritage buildings and active whisky production site to learn how Tasmania became home to Australia's leading luxury single malt distillery. Over 45 minutes, you'll taste three different expressions whilst hearing the stories behind the craft—from fermentation techniques to the island's role in shaping the final product. Sample some of the best work coming out of Australia's whisky renaissance.

45 minfrom AUD $69

Trevena Glen 2hr Animal Tour

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Trevena Glen 2hr Animal Tour

Spend two hours at Trevena Glen farm getting up close with a diverse mix of animals in hands-on encounters led by a knowledgeable guide. You'll interact with donkeys, alpacas, goats, horses, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs, turkeys and more across the property. Small groups of up to 15 people mean plenty of attention and genuine connection with the animals, making this ideal for families or anyone keen to step beyond the typical petting-zoo experience.

2 hoursfrom AUD $110

Aussie Football MCG Matchday Experience with a Local

🛕 Culture & History

Aussie Football MCG Matchday Experience with a Local

Watch Australian Rules football at the MCG, a 100,000-capacity stadium where the sport was born. Your four-hour experience begins with a guided tour through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s sports precinct, covering the game's history, rules, and Indigenous roots. A knowledgeable local sits with you during the match, breaking down the action and helping you understand what's happening on the field. You'll have match tickets, a meat pie, and Australian beer included.

4 hoursfrom AUD $220

Private Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Gold Coast

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Private Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Gold Coast

Learn to ride at Surfers Paradise with a dedicated instructor tailoring the lesson to your starting point. Based at Main Beach on the Gold Coast, this 90-minute session pairs you one-on-one with someone who'll stay in the water beside you, spotting technique tweaks and building confidence in real time. You'll progress faster with personalised attention than you would in a group.

1h 30mfrom AUD $230

Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour

Spend three hours at Trevena Glen meeting farm animals up close on this hands-on tour. You'll interact directly with donkeys, alpacas, goats, sheep, horses and other residents across the property, with morning tea included. A guide leads groups of up to 15 people through the animals at a relaxed pace, making it suitable for all fitness levels and ages.

3 hoursfrom AUD $180

Disco Loco Sydney Craziest Silent Disco Tour

Disco Loco Sydney Craziest Silent Disco Tour

Dance your way around Sydney Harbour for 90 minutes wearing wireless headphones tuned to your choice of music. This guided tour weaves through Circular Quay and The Rocks, stopping at Harbour View Hotel for drinks, punctuated by music trivia and dancing in public spaces. You'll hear pop, classics, and funk whilst exploring landmarks most visitors miss. Age 5 and up welcome.

1h 30mfrom AUD $35

Raby Bay Wildlife Kayak Tour

🐠 Water Activities

Raby Bay Wildlife Kayak Tour

Paddle through Raby Bay's sheltered waters just half an hour from Brisbane, spotting dugongs, turtles and dolphins along the way. This 90-minute guided kayak outing suits everyone from complete beginners to experienced paddlers, with local guides explaining the bay's marine life and heritage as you drift through calm conditions. Choose between a group paddle or private tour with friends and family.

1h 30mfrom AUD $79

A Truly Barossan Wine Experience - High-End Private Day Tour

🍜 Food & Cooking

A Truly Barossan Wine Experience - High-End Private Day Tour

A bespoke eight-hour private tour through Australia's Barossa Valley, visiting three distinct wineries spanning traditional winemaking to experimental varieties and premium producers. You'll taste alongside a knowledgeable guide, break for a multi-course lunch paired with regional wines, and return to your hotel without driving. The itinerary flexes to your interests—want to skip the obvious stops and hunt smaller producers instead, you can.

8 hoursfrom AUD $900

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) guided tour

🛕 Culture & History

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) guided tour

When Ben from our team ran the NGV guided tour, we got a proper crash course in how to actually *look* at paintings rather than just walk past them. The 3.5-hour experience takes you through the National Gallery of Victoria's Western art collection—from Byzantine through to Impressionism—with a guide who breaks down what you're seeing in a way that clicks. You'll stand in front of works by Rembrandt, Monet, Picasso and others, and the guide hands you a laminated analysis sheet to keep. It's pitched at people new to art who want context fast, and it works just as well for families as it does solo travellers or locals filling a gap in their knowledge.

3h 30mfrom AUD $150

Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley

🍜 Food & Cooking

Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley

Spend nine hours exploring Hunter Valley's finest independent wineries in a private vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit three boutique producers for tastings, pause for lunch showcasing regional ingredients at their peak, then cap the afternoon with chocolate matched to wines. Hotel transfers and all tastings included—no rushing between stops, no crowded tour groups.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1099

Sydney Private Full-Day Tour: Opera House, Bondi Beach & Secrets

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Sydney Private Full-Day Tour: Opera House, Bondi Beach & Secrets

Skip the queue-ups and see Sydney through a local's eyes on this seven-to-eight-hour private tour. Your guide steers you past the postcard stops—Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach—towards the cobbled laneways of The Rocks, sweeping vistas from North Head, and neighbourhood spots tourists miss. Finish at Manly's waterfront with craft beer and lunch picked to suit your pace and interests. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a dedicated guide who knows which stories matter.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $495

Port Lincoln Full-day Exploration Tour

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Port Lincoln Full-day Exploration Tour

Spend eight hours exploring Port Lincoln's rugged coastline and outback with a photographer guide. You'll track native wildlife—emus, koalas, and seabirds—across pristine terrain, tackle towering sand dunes by 4WD, and feast on local seafood. Small groups capped at six travellers keep things intimate and flexible. Coffee, lunch, and snacks included throughout.

8 hoursfrom AUD $295

Hervey Bay: Half Day Whale watching & Island Stop Tour

🐠 Water Activities

Hervey Bay: Half Day Whale watching & Island Stop Tour

Chase humpback whales through Platypus Bay aboard Wipe Out, a high-speed catamaran built for close encounters along K'gari's western coastline. This 4.5-hour Hervey Bay expedition puts you at water level with these migrating giants, then anchors at a remote beach for swimming, paddleboarding, or beach games. Conditions permitting, you'll have the chance to enter the water alongside the whales themselves.

4h 30mfrom AUD $165

Luxury Range Rover Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Luxury Range Rover Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

Explore South Australia's Barossa Valley in a luxury Range Rover Sport with a private driver-guide over 3.5 hours. You'll visit three wineries or producers of your choice (wine, gin, craft beer, or food), stop at scenic lookouts, and hear local insights during the drive. Hotel pickup and drop-off included for Barossa-based accommodation.

3h 30mfrom AUD $249

Private Blue Mountains High Country Day Trip from Sydney

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Private Blue Mountains High Country Day Trip from Sydney

A nine-hour private exploration of the Blue Mountains with a local guide, departing Sydney. You'll start at Featherdale Wildlife Park before dawn crowds arrive, spotting kangaroos, koalas and wombats, then venture into a secluded clearing for morning tea. The afternoon brings lunch with wine at a Leura restaurant, followed by scenic lookouts and a short mountain walk. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1042

Waves Waterfalls and Wineries Full-Day Southern Highlands Private Tour

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Waves Waterfalls and Wineries Full-Day Southern Highlands Private Tour

Break free from Sydney's sprawl on this 10-hour private loop through three distinct landscapes. You'll traverse coastal national parks with ocean vistas, climb the escarpment through dense rainforest, and finish in the Southern Highlands' wine country. A driver-guide steers you through quieter routes, sharing local knowledge while you watch the terrain shift from sea cliffs to cool-climate vineyards. Pickup and park entry fees included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1415

Private Escape Room Pursuit of the Elixir of Life

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Private Escape Room Pursuit of the Elixir of Life

Step into a puzzle chamber where you'll hunt for the legendary Elixir of Life, following clues rooted in alchemical history and Nicolas Flamel's enigmatic manuscripts. This 60-minute escape room in Australia challenges your wits as you decode riddles, uncover hidden artefacts, and race against the clock to solve one of alchemy's greatest secrets before time runs out.

1 hourfrom AUD $49

Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour | Full Day Experience From Sydney

🍜 Food & Cooking

Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour | Full Day Experience From Sydney

A 10–11 hour private wine tour departing Sydney that takes you into the Hunter Valley, Australia's founding wine region. You'll visit up to four wineries of your choosing, sampling varieties like Semillion, Shiraz and Chardonnay, with optional cheese or chocolate pairings. The itinerary flexes around your preferences—pick the estates, the wines, even your lunch spot. An optional detour through Wollombi, a historic village frozen in time, breaks up the drive north.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $675

E-Mountain Bike Hire Echuca Moama - Full Day

🏔 Adventure & Sports

E-Mountain Bike Hire Echuca Moama - Full Day

Rent an electric mountain bike for a full day exploring the Murray River region around Echuca. These e-bikes flatten the terrain, making it possible to cover ground without exhaustion across a network of well-maintained trails suited to casual riders and experienced cyclists alike. The operator delivers bikes to your accommodation within 5km of town, or you can pick up near the Visitor Information Centre. You'll receive a map, helmet, safety rundown, and route suggestions to help you navigate the area at your own pace.

8 hoursfrom AUD $89

Sydney Queer Walking Tour

🛕 Culture & History

Sydney Queer Walking Tour

A two-hour walk through Sydney's queer past and present, tracing hidden Indigenous perspectives through colonial suppression to the radical 1970s uprising. You'll discover the stories behind Australia's most visible LGBTQ+ figures, the watershed 1978 Mardi Gras, and how the community navigated the AIDS crisis. Coffee or tea included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $75

Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region

🍜 Food & Cooking

Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region

Cycle through Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula on quiet paths and the converted rail trail, visiting working vineyards and market gardens between Geelong and Queenscliff. This six-hour self-guided route lets you set your own rhythm—stop at cellar doors for tastings, grab lunch at a local café, or pack provisions for a roadside picnic. You'll navigate using provided maps and written directions, with support available if needed. The ride covers up to 25 kilometres through farmland and coastal scenery, suitable for cyclists with moderate fitness.

6 hoursfrom AUD $130

Phillip Island Private Experience

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Phillip Island Private Experience

A private 8–10 hour tour of Phillip Island combines wildlife encounters, coastal walks and the nightly Penguin Parade. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with your guide to secluded beaches, the Koala Conservation Centre, and clifftop boardwalks overlooking rugged coastline. Watch little penguins return to shore at dusk, waddling past viewing platforms within arm's reach. Morning or afternoon tea included; optional dinner in Cowes township. Your guide weaves in local history and lesser-known stories throughout.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $900

Whale Watching Discovery Tour from Lake Macquarie

🐠 Water Activities

Whale Watching Discovery Tour from Lake Macquarie

Launch from Swansea Bridge into the Swansea Channel aboard the Hydro, a purpose-built vessel designed for close encounters with migrating Humpback Whales along the Lake Macquarie coast. This two-hour expedition positions you at water level to observe these marine giants during one of Earth's most remarkable migrations, guided by accredited wildlife specialists. The return journey sweeps past the dramatic geology of Caves Beach and the Lake Macquarie shoreline.

2 hoursfrom AUD $135

Relaxing 1.5-Hour Buffet Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

🐠 Water Activities

Relaxing 1.5-Hour Buffet Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Spend 1 hour 45 minutes floating Sydney Harbour whilst eating your way through a buffet spread. The vessel cuts under the Harbour Bridge and sails past the Opera House, giving you three separate decks to claim a spot and watch the city skyline shift around you. Cold salads, warm mains, and sweets come out as you drift—straightforward, no fuss, decent feed with a view.

1h 45mfrom AUD $95

Private Sydney South Coast to the Southern Highlands Tour

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Private Sydney South Coast to the Southern Highlands Tour

This nine-hour private tour sweeps south from Sydney through coastal scenery, vineyard country, and charming inland villages. Travelling in a climate-controlled minivan with up to six others, you'll visit beaches, winery estates, and historic towns at your own pace. National park entry fees are covered, as is onboard WiFi. The route suits all fitness levels, though you'll want to arrange lunch separately at one of the local pubs or cellar doors along the way.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1750

2-Night Self-Guided Clare Valley Vineyards Trail Bike Tour from Auburn

🏔 Adventure & Sports

2-Night Self-Guided Clare Valley Vineyards Trail Bike Tour from Auburn

Pedal through South Australia's Clare Valley over three days, following the Riesling Rail Trail past heritage vineyards and cellar doors. You'll cycle at your own pace between Auburn and Clare, stopping at up to five wineries to taste their offerings whilst enjoying locally-sourced meals. Two nights' accommodation—one in Auburn, one in Clare—plus breakfast, lunch and dinner are sorted. A self-guided ride through wine country without the rush.

3 daysfrom AUD $799

Yarra Valley luxe private tour with Champagne Brunch

🍜 Food & Cooking

Yarra Valley luxe private tour with Champagne Brunch

Spend eight hours exploring Yarra Valley's finest producers on a private tour from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Start with artisan cheese at a local dairy, move through three wineries for tastings, then settle into a champagne brunch featuring house-made charcuterie and oysters at Chandon. Round it out with gin flights at Four Pillars Distillery, punctuated by platters of smoked meats, nuts and house-made accompaniments throughout the day. No hiking boots required—this is about savouring rather than rushing.

8 hoursfrom AUD $680

Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour

🛕 Culture & History

Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour

Walk Port Douglas as light fades across the coast, learning to frame shots that work with your camera or phone. A three-hour guided tour that pairs photography technique with local knowledge, hitting key vantage points around town whilst a guide unpacks the area's history and cultural landmarks. You'll leave with both better images and a clearer read on what makes this corner of Far North Queensland tick.

3 hoursfrom AUD $94

Swan Valley Perth Brewery Tour - Premium Small Group Tour

🍜 Food & Cooking

Swan Valley Perth Brewery Tour - Premium Small Group Tour

Spend six hours touring Swan Valley's craft brewery circuit with a knowledgeable local guide and a small group of fellow enthusiasts. You'll visit four respected breweries, tasting everything from crisp pilsners to funky sours, paired with a gourmet pub lunch. The pace is unhurried—this is about savouring beers and conversation, not racing through checkpoints. Transport, tastings, and a proper feed are all included, making it straightforward value for anyone keen to understand what Perth's brewing culture is actually about.

6 hoursfrom AUD $220

Highlights of the Eurobodalla (half day private tour)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Highlights of the Eurobodalla (half day private tour)

A four-hour private coastal tour through Eurobodalla's quieter reaches, where you'll track native wildlife across headlands and scan waterways for marine visitors. Travel in an air-conditioned minivan with a knowledgeable guide who knows where wallabies graze, dolphins surface, and migratory whales pass. You'll photograph tidal systems, estuaries and secluded beaches far removed from packed tourist spots. Hotel or Moruya airport pickups included, with water and refresher towels provided.

4 hoursfrom AUD $177

Blue Mountains Private Tours Sydney Zoo & Scenic World Inclusive

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Blue Mountains Private Tours Sydney Zoo & Scenic World Inclusive

Spend a full day exploring Sydney's Blue Mountains with Rocky Road Tours, a small operator who handles everything personally rather than farming you out to larger companies. Visit Sydney Zoo and Scenic World across 8–10 hours, travelling in a private vehicle with a local guide who knows the region well. Pick-up from your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal is included, and your itinerary can flex to suit your interests. The pace is deliberately unhurried—no rushing between stops.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $549

Private Sydney Multicultural Food Tour

🍜 Food & Cooking

Private Sydney Multicultural Food Tour

This seven-hour private food tour takes small groups (up to six people) through Sydney's outer suburbs—Cabramatta, Auburn, Campsie, Lakemba and Marrickville—sampling dishes from Vietnamese, Lebanese, Portuguese, and Indian kitchens. You'll eat at neighbourhood spots most visitors miss, visit Sydney Fish Market, try gelato, and weave between markets and street life with a local guide who knows where the real food happens. Eat as much or as little as suits you.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1450

Townsville City Tour

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Townsville City Tour

This 3-hour Townsville city tour gives you a proper look at the place beyond the guidebook. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle through the city's key spots, getting the lay of the land and understanding how locals actually move around here. It's designed to work for everyone—families with prams, solo travellers, people of any fitness level—and you'll finish with enough of a feel for Townsville to know where you want to spend your time next.

3 hoursfrom AUD $75

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