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🐠 Water Activities
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Port Stephens Private Tour From Sydney, with Dolphin/ Whale Cruise Options
A 10-hour exploration of Port Stephens north of Sydney, showcasing dramatic coastlines, sheltered bays and golden beaches. Your local guide handles transport via air-conditioned minivan, with hotel or port pickup included. The region harbours roughly 150 bottlenose dolphins year-round, viewable from Nelson Bay cruises (optional extra). Between June and November, migrating whales pass through coastal waters. Beyond marine wildlife, the landscape offers sand dunes perfect for boarding and camel rides across Anna Bay's sprawling sands.
10 hoursfrom AUD $495
★ 5.0 (8)
🍜 Food & Cooking
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Walk, Taste, Graze - Experience at Pindarie
Spend a morning at Pindarie vineyard on the Barossa's western ridge, combining a guided walk up Schoff's Hill with wine tastings and lunch. The 2.5-hour experience runs weekdays from 11:30am, taking you through the vines to learn about the estate's sustainable practices. You'll taste a lineup of Italian varieties alongside local classics in the heritage stables cellar, then settle into a seasonal grazing lunch with sweeping views across the ranges.
2h 30mfrom AUD $135
★ 5.0 (8)
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Dogs on Deck Harbour Cruise
Cruise Sydney Harbour with your dog aboard an intimate catamaran holding a maximum of 20 passengers plus up to 10 dogs. The 1-hour journey departs from Man O War Steps next to the Opera House, offering unobstructed views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House whilst you nibble a grazing platter and sip your chosen beverage. Your dog gets treats and water bowls, while you mingle with other dog owners in a relaxed, deliberately small-group setting.
1 hourfrom AUD $69
★ 5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Melbourne Landmark City Tour. Your day Your way Your private tour
A seven-hour private tour tailored to your interests, mixing driving and walking through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s key sights both in and beyond the CBD. Groups of 2–6 get a dedicated vehicle and guide, perfect if you're short on time or catching a cruise. You set the pace and choose what stays, what goes, and what gets added—the itinerary bends to fit you, not the other way round.
7 hoursfrom AUD $249
★ 5.0 (8)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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45-Minute Sydney Harbour Adventure Jet Boat Ride
Tear around Sydney Harbour in a high-powered jet boat for 45 minutes of adrenaline-fuelled action. Departing from Darling Harbour, you'll hit speeds up to 75 km/hr whilst the skipper executes sharp turns, fishtails and dramatic braking manoeuvres past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Taronga Zoo and Luna Park. The ride pushes out towards Sydney Heads where open-water swells amp up the intensity. Expect to get soaked—ponchos provided.
45 minfrom AUD $99
★ 5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
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Alpaca Farm Tours with Toffeemont
Spend 90 minutes at Toffeemont, a working alpaca farm near Orielton on Tasmania's east coast, where you'll feed and interact with the herd at your own pace. The relaxed setting lets you observe these curious animals up close, grab photos, and enjoy homemade refreshments whilst browsing locally made alpaca products. Sessions run at 10am, 1pm, or 3pm daily.
1h 30mfrom AUD $55
★ 5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Canberra Private Tour from Sydney
A 10–12 hour private tour of Canberra departing from Sydney, led by an owner-operator with seven years' experience. Travel in a dedicated vehicle to sites larger coach groups can't access, moving at your own pace through Australia's capital. Explore national monuments, cultural institutions, and leafy parklands that define the city's identity. Tailor the itinerary to suit your interests—whether you're drawn to political history, art galleries, war memorials, or the natural landscape surrounding Lake Burley Griffin.
10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1600
★ 5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
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Lake Cruise and Nature Walk in Lake Macquarie
Combine coastal exploration with bushland trekking around Lake Macquarie, the southern hemisphere's largest permanent saltwater lake. This four-hour outing pairs a guided boat journey through secluded bays and islands with a moderate bushwalk through conservation land. You'll finish with lunch overlooking Pulbah Island before returning to Speers Point. All gear, entry fees and a meal are included.
4 hoursfrom AUD $150
★ 5.0 (8)
✈️ Transfers
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Blue Mountains Limousine Airport to Blue Mountains transfer
Arrive at Sydney airport in style with a direct transfer to the Blue Mountains, handled by professional drivers who treat you as their priority guest. Choose between modern limousines or climb into a restored 1929 Cadillac LaSalle for a vintage driving experience that doubles as a scenic tour through the Upper Blue Mountains region. The journey spans 1–2 hours depending on your final destination, with all tolls and refreshments covered.
1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $485
★ 5.0 (8)
🍜 Food & Cooking
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1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse
Walk through Turner Stillhouse's production floor with a staff guide to see how Three Cuts Gin, Vodka and Rosevears Whiskies are crafted. You'll witness the distilling equipment and methods firsthand, then sit down to taste the full range of house spirits with expert notes on flavour profiles and serving styles. Stick around afterwards for cocktails and cheese if you fancy it.
1 hourfrom AUD $35
★ 5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
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Wild Yarnbala
Spend 90 minutes in one of South Australia's last intact grassy she-oak woodlands at Yarnbala, a foraging and cultural experience built entirely from recycled materials off the grid. Hunt for native bush tucker, learn traditional plant knowledge, test your hand at water divining, and finish with live didgeridoo and lap-steel guitar whilst sipping gin infused with botanicals you've gathered. Designed for families and all abilities.
1h 30mfrom AUD $167
★ 5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
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Chasing Waterfalls - Byron Shire
A 7–8 hour exploration of Byron Shire's lesser-known corners, moving beyond the crowded foreshore to find tea-tree lakes, hidden waterfalls, and swimming holes locals favour. You'll travel by private vehicle with someone who knows the region well, stopping for lunch and refreshments along the way. The drive covers white-sand beaches and quiet pockets of the subtropical hinterland, revealing a markedly different side of the area from what postcards typically show.
7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $900
★ 5.0 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
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Sunset Harbour Bridge Kayak Escape
Paddle across Sydney Harbour as the sun dips below the skyline, passing the Opera House and Bridge with a small group and local guide. This 90-minute evening kayak keeps you on calm water, timing the light show without the crowds of land-based viewpoints. You'll handle a sea kayak at an easy pace—no experience needed, though a baseline of fitness helps.
1h 30mfrom AUD $139
★ 5.0 (7)
✈️ Transfers
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PRIVATE TRANSFER Port Douglas & Cairns Airport Minibus (6am-5pm)
Reliable door-to-door minibus service connecting Cairns Airport and Port Douglas hotels. This locally-run operation handles the 1-hour journey with a meet-and-greet at arrivals, water and seasonal fruit included. Available 6am–5pm daily; outside these hours and public holidays attract extra fees. Child seats (mandatory for under-7s) can be hired for $10. Pre-book oversized gear like surfboards or bikes, and note that multiple stops or CBD pickups cost extra.
1 hourfrom AUD $229
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Brisbane Highlights includes Lone Pine Entry
Spend six to seven hours exploring Brisbane's landmarks and wildlife in air-conditioned comfort. This guided tour takes you to viewpoints across the city, then to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where you can see native Australian animals up close. Lunch at the Botanical Garden Café and refreshments are included, making it a straightforward way to tick off Brisbane's highlights without navigating yourself.
6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $189
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Noosa Everglades Cruise and Highlights Private Tour Inc. Lunch
This eight-hour Sunshine Coast loop starts with a pickup from your accommodation and takes you through Noosa's best pockets: browse Hastings Street's boutiques and cafés, ferry across the river to a two-course lunch at a riverside restaurant, then drift through the Noosa Everglades on a three-hour cruise spotting native birds and waterways. Light snacks bookend the experience, and you'll have pockets of free time to wander beaches or national park trails before heading back.
8 hoursfrom AUD $695
★ 5.0 (7)
🛕 Culture & History
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Historical Alice Tour
This 4.5-hour guided tour traces Alice Springs from its frontier origins through to its present-day character as the outback's nerve centre. Beginning with accommodation pickup, you'll visit key historical landmarks that shaped Mparntwe (the Arrernte name) and understand how the town evolved from its early Stuart settlement days. Your guide unpacks the stories behind the buildings and sites that anchored development across the red centre, with afternoon tea included and all entry fees covered.
4h 30mfrom AUD $189
★ 5.0 (7)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
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Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at sunrise
Catch wild kangaroos and wallabies as they emerge at first light on an Airlie Beach shoreline, with the Coral Sea sunrise as your backdrop. This six-hour small-group outing includes a traditional Drovers breakfast of bacon and egg damper rolls, a guided chat about local wildlife, and an optional stop at a retro local café on the return. Eco-certified and built for early risers keen to see the Whitsundays on its own terms.
6 hoursfrom AUD $155
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Shore Excursion Hobart and Coal River Valley
This 4–8 hour shore excursion whisks cruise passengers through Hobart's colonial landmarks and out to the Coal River Valley wine district. A local guide leads you past 40-plus city highlights before crossing the Tasman Bridge to family vineyards and artisan cheese makers. You'll taste wines at Puddleduck, sample award-winning cheddar at Wicked Cheese Co., wander the Georgian cottages of Richmond, and finish at Rosny Point where your ship frames the Derwent estuary and Mount Wellington backdrop.
4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $169
★ 5.0 (7)
🐠 Water Activities
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Tropical Dunk Island Half Day Activity from Mission Beach
A half-day escape to Dunk Island from Mission Beach, featuring snorkelling on fringing reefs, beach time on secluded stretches, and rainforest walks through a primordial landscape. The boat ride is short enough that you'll spend most of your four hours actually on the island rather than travelling. Groups stay small at ten people maximum, which keeps things relaxed and personal. Light refreshments are provided, and there's a café for weekend visits. Suitable for all fitness levels from age six onwards.
4 hoursfrom AUD $150
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Glass House Mountains, Maleny and Montville Tour from Brisbane
This 8–9 hour small-group tour from Brisbane climbs into the Blackall Ranges to explore the Glass House Mountains, Maleny and Montville. You'll start at Mary Cairncross Discovery Centre, where an elevated platform frames views across to Moreton Island and the coast, then wander through Maleny's galleries, studios and food shops—a creative hub in the hinterland. The final stretch takes you through mountain scenery to Montville's village of independent cafés, art spaces and local craftwork. Max 10 travellers, air-conditioned throughout.
8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $184
★ 5.0 (7)
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Townsville Departure Maggie Discovery Tour including Guide
Set out from Townsville Breakwater Marina on a 6-hour voyage to Magnetic Island's fringing reef. You'll snorkel amongst coral and marine life, paddle across calm waters, and hear the island's cultural stories over morning tea. The boat departs at 7:30 am (meet 7:15) and returns by early afternoon. All gear—snorkels, wetsuits, paddleboards—is provided, making this accessible whether you're a first-timer or seasoned explorer. Runs Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.
6 hoursfrom AUD $189
★ 5.0 (7)
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Private Transfer from Noosa to Sunshine Coast Airport 7 seater
Door-to-door minivan service whisking up to seven passengers from any Noosa Heads address to Sunshine Coast Airport in roughly half an hour. The spacious seven-seater handles generous luggage loads with a trailer on standby, making it reliable for families and small groups heading out. Real-time driver tracking via smartphone keeps you posted from pickup through drop-off.
30 minfrom AUD $255
★ 5.0 (7)
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Private Transfer from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa up to 5 pax
A private minivan whisks up to five passengers from Sunshine Coast Airport directly to your Noosa accommodation in roughly 30 minutes. Your driver meets you at the terminal, handles luggage, and navigates the coastal drive so you can relax. The spacious vehicle suits families and small groups, with child seats and boosters available if needed. All fees and taxes are included.
30 minfrom AUD $195
★ 5.0 (7)
🛕 Culture & History
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Brisbane City Art and Design Walking Tour
This three-hour private walking tour traces Brisbane's vibrant street art scene across the city's streets, guided by someone who knows the work intimately. You'll move at your own pace with up to three companions, discussing what you encounter with a local guide who thrives on how each person reads the pieces differently. The tour wraps at QAGOMA—Queensland's premier art museum—leaving your afternoon open, or your guide walks you back to Queen Street.
3 hoursfrom AUD $280
★ 5.0 (7)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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Fliteboard eFoil Lesson and Experience in Noosa
Master electric foiling in Noosa with Australia's pioneering eFoil school. This 90-minute session teaches you to hover silently above water on a Fliteboard, the sport's most approachable craft. You'll spend the full time with an experienced instructor learning to balance and glide, supported by quality safety gear. The sheltered waters frame pristine coastal scenery where dolphins and other marine life often pass by.
1h 30mfrom AUD $225
★ 5.0 (7)
🛕 Culture & History
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Ancient Egypt Sunset Tour
Step inside Cairns' Tomb of the Pharaohs for a 90-minute guided tour through 11 burial chambers, exploring three millennia of Egyptian death customs and royal rituals. Your guide walks you through recreated tombs of pharaohs and queens, decoding the artefacts and practices that shaped ancient funerary traditions. Time your visit for sunset to catch the atmospheric lighting, then settle into an optional three-course Egyptian-themed dinner at the on-site Squires Loft restaurant.
1h 30mfrom AUD $99
★ 5.0 (7)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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1 Hour Jetski Tour Cairns
Tear across Trinity Inlet on a jet ski with no prior experience required. This Cairns water adventure runs for one hour, taking you past mangrove forests and shipwrecks at your own pace. Solo or tandem options available—riders aged 16+ can pilot alone, though you'll need to be 18+ to carry a passenger. All gear and safety equipment included.
1 hourfrom AUD $200
★ 5.0 (7)
🍜 Food & Cooking
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Private Yarra Valley Tour
Explore Victoria's premier cool-climate wine region on a private 7–9 hour tour through the Yarra Valley. Visit three carefully selected wineries—expect Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and lesser-known producers—paired with a shared lunch and your choice of additional stops (cider houses, craft gin, whisky). Your driver knows the back routes and avoids the tourist-heavy circuit, giving you genuine tasting time rather than coach queues.
7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1900
★ 5.0 (7)
🍜 Food & Cooking
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Meet The Makers: Native Australian Food Tour
Track down Sydney's most innovative food and drink makers over four hours. You'll visit the fish market at dawn, slip into a craft distillery, watch coffee roasters at work, and meet the artisans behind Australia's native ingredient revolution. Each stop includes tastings and conversation with the people who've built these businesses. Private car whisks you between spots, lunch features native Australian produce, and you'll access spaces the general public doesn't usually see.
4 hoursfrom AUD $250
★ 5.0 (7)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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Canyoning at Twister and Rocky Creek: Two Canyons In One Day
Tackle two contrasting Blue Mountains canyons in a single 9-hour day. Twister Canyon delivers relentless water jumps and slides, while Rocky Creek narrows into dramatic gorges with tunnel sections that'll make your heart race. A guide leads you through both, supplying all gear and a solid lunch. You'll need moderate fitness and a willingness to get soaked.
9 hoursfrom AUD $345
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Byron Bay and Bangalow from Gold Coast
A full-day excursion from the Gold Coast exploring the northern coast's most compelling spots. Start at Cape Byron's lighthouse for panoramic views, grab morning tea at a local favourite, then explore Byron Bay's village culture—shops, galleries, cafes, and beaches. Visit the wildlife sanctuary to see native animals and taste fresh macadamia nuts. Round out the day in the hillside village of Bangalow before heading back south. Small-group format keeps things intimate across eight to nine hours.
8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $184
★ 5.0 (7)
🍜 Food & Cooking
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Wine Tasting and Lunch Private Tour in McLaren Vale
Spend six to seven hours exploring McLaren Vale's vineyards on a private tour tailored to your group. Located 45 minutes south of Adelaide, this region produces world-class wines you'll taste at two cellar doors, with lunch featuring a shared platter at one of the wineries. The afternoon is yours to shape—continue wine tasting, visit a craft brewery, or explore a gin distillery. Your driver handles transport throughout, collecting you from accommodation.
6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $249
★ 5.0 (7)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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Ultimate Barossa Adventure Day Tour For 2 - Combined Mustang Convertible-Trike
Split your day between a motorcycle trike and a 1966 Mustang convertible to explore the Barossa Valley's wineries, cellar doors, and countryside. This seven-hour private tour pairs open-air driving thrills with tastings and lunch at local producers. Your guide navigates you through the region's best stops whilst you enjoy the sensory contrast of wind-in-hair motoring and classic American muscle.
7 hoursfrom AUD $487
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Private Bruny Island Discovery Tour
A private six to nine-hour exploration of Bruny Island led by locals who've grown up there. Your small group (two to ten people) travels by air-conditioned vehicle from Hobart, discovering coastal walks, produce trails, and island history at your own pace. Morning tea includes artisan cheese, fresh bread, and oysters. The family-run outfit tailors each day around your interests—extend to an overnight stay or add activities for extra cost.
6 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1096
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Hobart City Private Charter Service (3 days in advance）
A seven-hour private charter across Hobart's landmarks, driven by a knowledgeable guide in a climate-controlled vehicle. Start atop Mt Wellington for sweeping views across the city, Derwent River and beyond, then venture to Richmond's convict-era architecture including Australia's oldest standing sandstone bridge. You'll taste fresh oysters and local beer at a working farm and brewery, browse Salamanca Market's weekend stalls, and finish at Wrest Point, Australia's first casino. Requires booking three days ahead.
7 hoursfrom AUD $1200
★ 5.0 (7)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
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Army Truck Adventures - 90 Minute Guided Tour
Ride in a decommissioned Australian Army Land Rover through the Blue Mountains World Heritage area on this 90-minute open-air tour. You'll experience the landscape from an elevated vantage point with nothing between you and the views—no windows, no barriers. The drive captures the scent of eucalypt forests and the bite of mountain air. Ideal for travellers seeking an unconventional way to see the region's dramatic escarpments and valleys.
1h 30m – 1h 55mfrom AUD $99
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Small-Group Murray River Adventure - Paddle Steamer & Wildlife
This 11-hour regional Victoria loop departs [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with a guided exploration of the Murray River's heritage and wildlife. You'll board the PS Canberra paddle steamer in Echuca for a cruise through Australia's largest river, spot native animals at Kyabram Fauna Park with a keeper talk, wander past Rochester's celebrated silo murals, and finish with a wine tasting at a Heathcote producer known for Cambrian soil vintages. A small group of maximum 15 travellers travels by comfortable coach with window seats guaranteed.
11 hoursfrom AUD $230
★ 5.0 (7)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
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Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
Leave Sydney behind for a full day in Australia's purpose-built capital. Your private driver navigates the 200km journey, giving you twelve hours to explore Canberra's major institutions: Parliament House, the Royal Australian Mint, and the National Museum of Australia. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a knowledgeable guide who can tailor stops to your interests, whether that's politics, currency history, or Australian culture. Perfect for those wanting to see the capital without the hassle of driving themselves.
12 hoursfrom AUD $897
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