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7h 45mfrom AUD $279
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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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★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Rock Climbing and Abseiling in Adelaide
Spend seven hours scaling and descending natural rock faces in Adelaide's Morialta Gorge, a full-day adventure combining rock climbing technique and abseiling descents. You'll work with experienced guides across sandstone cliffs whilst taking in views across the conservation park and St Vincent Gulf. The gumtrees overhead often host lounging koalas, adding a chance encounter with local wildlife. All safety gear is provided; you bring water and snacks to fuel the day.
7 hoursfrom AUD $249
★ 5.0 (11)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia
Old Vine Expressions Tasting
Taste six wines at Château Tanunda, a Barossa Valley institution since 1890, with focus on their Old Vine Expressions range sourced from vineyards aged 50, 100 and 150 years. You'll sit down with a guide for 50 minutes, sampling wines that have earned international recognition. This is a chance to understand how age shapes character in Australian wine.
50 minfrom AUD $70
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Port Lincoln Mikkira Station Wild Koala Safari Tour
Explore Mikkira Station's bushland with a wildlife photographer guide who knows where the koalas hang out. This 3.5-hour safari takes you through South Australian scrubland year-round, seeking native animals in their natural habitat. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, stop for refreshments, and learn from someone who photographs wildlife professionally. Ideal for anyone wanting a genuine wildlife encounter rather than a zoo visit.
3h 30mfrom AUD $159
★ 5.0 (11)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Melbourne Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
A two-hour guided walk through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) that moves beyond the postcard sights to reveal what locals actually know about the city. Your guide reads the group and balances well-known landmarks with the quieter laneways and corners where Melbourne's character genuinely lives. You'll leave with a real sense of how the city works, not just a checklist of things you've seen.
2 hoursfrom AUD $41
★ 5.0 (11)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia
Private Adelaide Walking Tour
A two-hour private walking tour led by a lifelong Adelaide resident who introduces you to the city's layered past and present-day character. Starting from the CBD, you'll navigate main thoroughfares and encounter key sites like Adelaide Arcade and Town Hall, concluding at the Central Market. Beyond architectural landmarks, your guide shares how historical currents have shaped the city's contemporary vibe and offers insider tips for the rest of your visit.
2 hoursfrom AUD $109
★ 5.0 (11)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia
Badass Women of Melbourne Walking Tour
This two-hour walking tour threads through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s CBD to uncover the lives of women who built the city's institutions, sparked movements, and shaped its cultural landscape. Starting from Parliament House and weaving through Chinatown and Little Lon, you'll encounter the stories of artists, activists, and entrepreneurs whose contributions have often gone unrecognised. A local guide leads the way, revealing how these women—from hospital founders to cultural innovators—left their mark on the streets you walk today.
2 hoursfrom AUD $60
★ 5.0 (11)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
Private Cassic Walking Tour of Melbourne: start from your hotel
A three-hour private walking tour that traces [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s layered identity—from its 1850s gold-rush bones to today's street-art scene. You'll navigate the city's distinctive grid with a knowledgeable guide, moving between grand Victorian avenues and narrow laneways where independent galleries and murals compete for attention. The Yarra River provides a natural anchor point as you piece together how heritage architecture and contemporary culture coexist on these streets. A coffee stop grounds the experience in Melbourne's café culture.
3 hoursfrom AUD $190
★ 5.0 (11)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia
Blend Your Own Bottle of Muscat in Rutherglen
Spend two hours at Stanton & Killeen in Rutherglen learning to blend your own Muscat. You'll walk through the 19th-century winery, taste different Muscat styles, then mix your own batch from selected parcels before bottling it under your label. It's a hands-on introduction to how winemakers actually work—no prior experience needed.
2 hoursfrom AUD $160
★ 5.0 (11)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia
Port Macquarie Wine and Beer, Hastings Tasting Trail Tour
Explore Port Macquarie's wine and beer producers on your own terms with a private 5.5-hour tasting trail. You control the pace—stay longer at breweries you love, skip those that don't appeal. Travel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle with your crew (up to 11 people), sample at multiple venues, and head home with plenty of boot space for bottles. Your playlist, your schedule, your day.
5h 30mfrom AUD $195
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Full Day Private Melbourne Tour with enchanting Koala Encounters.
A private eight-hour tour of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) paired with hands-on time at Moonlit Wildlife Sanctuary, where you'll encounter koalas and other native animals up close. Your own guide navigates you through the city's key landmarks and neighbourhoods in a comfortable vehicle, with hotel collection and drop-off included. Groups of up to seven travel together, making it flexible for families or small groups.
8 hoursfrom AUD $2599
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★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
PJ Blue Mountains Supreme [Private Charter]
Peter's private 10-hour Blue Mountains tour combines wildlife encounters at Featherdale with Scenic World's four attractions. You'll hand-feed quokkas and koalas, ride the Skyway, Cableway, Walkway and Railway, then spend two hours at Sound of Silence taking in the ranges. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Peter has logged over 2000 Blue Mountains trips since 2009.
10 hoursfrom AUD $715
★ 5.0 (11)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia
1 Hour Wine tasting at Ross Hill Wines in Orange NSW
Taste up to seven wines at Ross Hill's cellar door, perched at 1020 metres on one of Australia's coolest vineyard sites. The Chief Winemaker has curated a selection that showcases both the Orange region's character and Ross Hill's own output. The hour-long session takes place amongst the vines on Wallace Lane, where elevation and cool climate shape every glass you'll sample.
1 hourfrom AUD $15
★ 5.0 (11)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Australian Wildlife & Cruise
A private nine-to-eleven-hour tour combining the Blue Mountains' most rewarding stops with wildlife encounters and your choice of finale. Your local driver steers you through Featherdale Wildlife Park to meet kangaroos and koalas, then guides you to Echo Point's Three Sisters rock formation, Scenic World's cableway system, and several clifftop vantage points—Eaglehawk, Hildass, Boar's Head, Cahill's—before wrapping up either with a river cruise past the Opera House or a direct return to your hotel.
9 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $290
★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Broome: Romantic 45-Min Private Helicopter Flight & Beach Picnic
Soar above Broome's iconic coastline on a 45-minute helicopter flight, touching down on a private beach near James Price Point for a gourmet picnic as day fades to dusk. This three-hour experience pairs aerial views of Cable Beach, Willie Creek, and Gantheaume Point with 90 minutes to swim, eat, and walk the sand. Includes sparkling wine, charcuterie, and hotel transfers.
3 hoursfrom AUD $899
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Guided Walking Tour in the Blue Mountains - Hidden Treasures
A 10-and-a-half-hour walking tour through the Blue Mountains that skips the crowded lookouts in favour of quieter corners and lesser-visited gorges. You'll cover genuine backcountry terrain with a guide who knows where the locals go—expect ridgelines, creek crossings, and views most day-trippers never find. All photos are shot on tour and shared via Google Drive afterwards.
10h 30mfrom AUD $200
★ 5.0 (11)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
5hr Eden Tour in Nature; Beach, Lookout & National Park
A 5-hour loop through Eden's coastal landscapes, visiting dramatic clifftop formations, heritage sites, and secluded beaches. This small-group tour (max 10 people) hits the Pinnacles' jagged rock faces, Ben Boyd Tower's historic perch, and Davidson Whaling Station before pausing for lunch overlooking the water. Designed for cruise passengers wanting efficient access to the region's natural and cultural landmarks without the typical tour-coach crowds.
5 hoursfrom AUD $300
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Blue Mountains Private Hiking Tour from Sydney
A full-day private hiking expedition into the Blue Mountains west of Sydney, tailored entirely to your pace and interests. Your dedicated guide steers you toward lesser-known vistas and walking tracks that bypass the crowded lookouts. Ten hours total, including drive time from Sydney, with a vehicle at your disposal throughout. Suited to those with moderate fitness who want to explore beyond the standard tourist circuit.
10 hoursfrom AUD $1698
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Walk the Darwin Botanic Gardens
A guided walk through George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens with a knowledgeable local who unpacks the site's colonial history, ecological significance, and the stories behind its plant collections and resident birdlife. Two hours exploring manicured tropical landscapes and native species that reveal Darwin's botanical heritage in ways a solo wander cannot.
2 hoursfrom AUD $59
★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Sydney Sights Trike Tour 1 Hour
Ride through Sydney on a custom three-wheel trike with a local owner-operator who tailors the route and timing to suit you. The 1-hour tour accommodates up to three passengers behind the rider, with stops for photographs at iconic backdrops across the city. You'll wear a provided helmet and jacket throughout. Tours are flexible—ring ahead to arrange your preferred start time and location.
1 hourfrom AUD $161
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight
Aerial tour combining two of Far North Queensland's most iconic landscapes in a single flight. Departing Cairns, you'll cross the coral formations around Green Island and Vlasoff Sand Cay before climbing inland over the Great Dividing Range towards Kuranda. The route descends through Barron Gorge to showcase the powerful Barron Falls, then sweeps back to Cairns with sweeping views of the coastal ranges. Total flight time is approximately 70 minutes.
1h 10mfrom AUD $659
★ 5.0 (11)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia
Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island
Track humpback whales during their migration along the Townsville and Magnetic Island coast on this four-hour marine cruise. Your crew—specialists in ocean wildlife—navigate Cape Cleveland's waters in search of breaching whales, sea turtles, and seabirds. The route takes in coastal scenery and pristine beaches while you sip complimentary refreshments and absorb live commentary from passionate conservationists who know these waters and creatures intimately.
4 hoursfrom AUD $175
★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour
Throttle around Magnetic Island's coastline on a jet ski, weaving past granite outcrops and coral-fringed shallows. This two-hour stint puts you on the water where dolphins, turtles, dugongs and the occasional whale show up. You'll skim along North Queensland's best coastal scenery—white sand, palms, and the sort of marine activity you don't see from shore. All gear supplied: life jacket, goggles, safety run-through. Max two riders per ski.
2 hoursfrom AUD $400
★ 5.0 (11)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
THE WHEATBELT & NEW NORCIA day tour of history, taste & nature.
A 10-hour Perth day tour through Western Australia's Wheatbelt, combining rural food experiences with cultural history. You'll taste farm-made gelato and artisan cheese, explore centuries-old olive groves, spot native birdlife across botanical gardens, then cap the day touring New Norcia—Australia's only active monastic town. Small groups of up to five people travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable guide. Lunch and a local beverage are included. Operates Fridays through Sundays.
10 hoursfrom AUD $255
★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Coffs Harbour Ground Rush or Max Freefall Tandem Skydive on the Beach
Strap in with a trained instructor and launch from 8,000 or 15,000 feet above Coffs Harbour for a tandem skydive that cuts straight to the rush. You'll freefall together before the chute deploys, then drift down past the [Solitary Islands](/places/solitary-islands) Marine Reserve towards a beach landing. Two hours total, from ground briefing through landing certificate.
2 hoursfrom AUD $379
★ 5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia
Snorkeling Adventure for Kids with Private Guide In Sydney
Explore Sydney's underwater world with your kids on this 90-minute private snorkel at Clovelly Beach. A certified guide tailors the experience to your family's comfort level, adjusting depth, pace and activities so everyone stays engaged. Children aged 8+ can discover colourful fish and marine life in sheltered, calm waters whilst adults explore further if they wish. All gear fits properly—masks, fins and flotation aids included.
1h 30mfrom AUD $188
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Virtual Reality Zombie Shooting Game
Step into Safe Night at VR Kingdom in Sydney and hunt zombies across a free-roam virtual battlefield where you walk untetethered through immersive environments. This 30-minute shooting game uses cutting-edge headsets and motion controllers to drop you into a thriller scenario with real stakes. You'll move freely through spaces, aim at targets, and coordinate with other players in one session. It's designed for ages 17 and up, demanding quick reflexes and tactical thinking rather than fitness.
30 minfrom AUD $49
★ 5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Coast to Vines: E-bike*, Paddle Board and Wine Tour (2 options)
Combine coastal riding, river paddling and regional wine in one active day across South Australia's McLaren Vale. You'll start with an electric bike journey hugging the shoreline, then switch to a paddle board on the Onkaparinga River before refuelling at a local restaurant and exploring McLaren Vale wineries. Seven and a half hours of varied movement through one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions.
7h 30mfrom AUD $199
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
Private Essential Sydney Tour Including Lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
A guided five-hour circuit through Sydney's essential landmarks in a private air-conditioned minivan. You'll tick off the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Botanical Gardens before lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club overlooking Rushcutters Bay, then finish with time to wander Bondi Beach. Hotel pickups and drop-offs included, plus all meals and drinks.
5 hoursfrom AUD $819
★ 5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia
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
★ 5.0 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia
Sydney Icons, Bays & Beaches
A two-hour private harbour cruise that captures Sydney's most recognisable sights without the crowds. You'll navigate past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, cruise past waterfront estates tucked into coves, and spot the quieter beaches sheltered within national parks. Perfect timing if you're arriving early or departing late, with a local skipper who knows which angles work best and where the light hits right.
2 hoursfrom AUD $1680
★ 5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia
Phillip Island Penguins Private Adventure
A nine-to-eleven-hour private tour of Phillip Island centred on witnessing the nightly penguin return. Your guide—a decade-plus local—takes you beyond the parade ground to explore the island's volcanic landscape, native wildlife, and coastal character. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with refreshments included, settling into reserved seating for the main event when thousands of little penguins emerge from the ocean at dusk.
9 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $1610
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia
Learn to Sail on Sydney Harbour: Australian Sailing Start Crewing
Pick up fundamental crewing skills over two days on Sydney Harbour's iconic waters. This 12-hour Australian Sailing accredited course takes complete beginners through boat handling, safety protocols and essential techniques like tacking, gybing and emergency procedures. Your qualified instructor covers the theory and hands-on practice needed to crew a keelboat confidently. No prior sailing experience required—just show up ready to learn in one of the world's premier sailing locations.
2 daysfrom AUD $595
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