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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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Aussie Football MCG Matchday Experience with a Local

★ 5.0 (10)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

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.

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

Luxury Range Rover Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

★ 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.

Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure

Five days exploring three of Australia's most remote national parks alongside Indigenous guides from Wulna Country. You'll navigate crocodile-inhabited waterways, trek to Jim Jim Falls, and swim in isolated pools across Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Litchfield. This isn't a conventional park tour—you're moving through country with the people who've managed it for tens of thousands of years, gaining perspective on how the land actually works. All meals included.

Bunbury Three Waters Sights and Stories Morning Run – 6K ish

A 6-kilometre morning run through Bunbury that traces the town's three waterfront zones while a local guide Dan shares the area's history and evolution. Departs on a loop with elevated vantage points and finishes at Little Spencer café for coffee and rest. Runs about 1.5 to 2 hours total and suits those with moderate fitness who want storytelling woven into their exercise.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $65

Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min

★ 5.0 (10)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

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.

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

6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day

A half-day private tour showcasing Brisbane's key landmarks with a knowledgeable driver guiding your group through the city's highlights. Five to six hours of relaxed sightseeing includes hotel, airport or cruise terminal pick-up and drop-off within Brisbane City limits, plus bottled water and light snacks. Designed for small groups seeking an easy introduction to what the city offers without the rush.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $1650

Sunset Jet Ski Tour on the Brisbane River

★ 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.

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.

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.

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

★ 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.

Premium Winery Tour with Tannin Road (Departs Dunsborough)

Spend a leisurely afternoon touring Margaret River's finest cellar doors with a small group and a local guide who knows the region inside out. Departing from Dunsborough, you'll taste wines at three award-winning wineries, break for lunch at a brewery or bistro with local options, and possibly visit a local food maker. The intimate group size means genuine conversations with winemakers and unhurried tastings. Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation included.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $195

★ 5.0 (9)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Tandem Paragliding Cairns

Launch from a Cairns beach and climb to 1,000 feet harnessed to a certified tandem pilot. This 20-minute flight traces the coastline between Cairns and Port Douglas, delivering unobstructed views of tropical beaches, rainforest ridges, and the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) sprawling below. The takeoff itself is the rush—no runway, just sand and wind—followed by serene gliding and the option to request aerobatic moves if you want your stomach tested.

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.

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.

Shared Wine Taste Experience The Dead Arm Distinction

Sample four different vintages of d'Arenberg's flagship Shiraz at the d'Arenberg Cube in South Australia's McLaren Vale. This 30-minute tasting lets you compare how The Dead Arm ages across years before committing to a bottle. Between pours, wander through the Alternate Realities museum with its interactive wine exhibits—fermentation displays, sensory rooms, and hands-on installations that reveal what happens behind the scenes at this iconic winery.

Private Melbourne Airport Transfers To City (Sedan, SUV, or Van)

Skip the airport hassle with a private vehicle from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Airport to your accommodation. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a namecard, then you settle into a late-model sedan, SUV, or van for the 30–45 minute drive into the city. Bottled water, phone chargers, and Wi-Fi keep you comfortable; tolls and parking are covered. Perfect whether you're rolling with luggage, a pram, or a service animal.

30 min – 45 minfrom AUD $150

Private Blue Mountains High Country Day Trip from Sydney

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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

★ 5.0 (9)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

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

Waves Waterfalls and Wineries Full-Day Southern Highlands Private Tour

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

A customisable private tour of Sydney's southern coast combining Royal National Park exploration with optional Symbio Wildlife Park visits. Your driver shapes the itinerary around your interests—whether that's coastal hikes, wildlife spotting, photography or leisurely cafe stops. You'll travel in a spacious, air-conditioned Mercedes rather than a packed minibus, covering the park's best vistas and Wollongong's highlights over eight hours.

Private custom Tour of Phillip Island With Penguin Parade

Spend nine hours on Phillip Island with a private guide steering your day around Cape Woolamai's dramatic coastline, the Nobbies' rocky outcrops, and the nightly return of little penguins to shore. Your guide tailors the itinerary to suit your interests, whether that's spotting fur seals, exploring tidal pools, or simply soaking in the landscape. The tour caps with reserved seating for the Penguin Parade—that magical dusk moment when thousands of birds emerge from the ocean and waddle back to their burrows. Fits up to six travellers in an air-conditioned vehicle with water supplied.

9 hoursfrom AUD $2349

★ 5.0 (9)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Australia

Pinnacle Day Adventure Tour

Spend a full day exploring Western Australia's Pinnacles Desert with a knowledgeable local guide. This 10-hour expedition combines walking amongst the limestone formations, sandboarding down golden dunes, and a scenic drive to reach these remote landmarks. Your guide knows the terrain intimately and will navigate you through the desert's best vantage points, with plenty of time to photograph the otherworldly landscape before returning.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1100

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

★ 5.0 (9)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

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.

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.

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

Blue Mountains Private Tours Sydney Zoo & Scenic World Inclusive

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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

★ 5.0 (9)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

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.

Adelaide Hills Luxury Wine Tour - Private Day Tour

A private six to eight hour wine tour through Adelaide Hills hitting four boutique producers, including Deviation Rd for sparkling and Shaw + Smith for cool-climate whites and pinot. Your guide tailors stops to your interests—whether seeking established names or lesser-known labels. Lunch at Uraidla Hotel breaks up the day. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Maximum six people keeps it intimate.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $900

Highlights of the Eurobodalla (half day private tour)

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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.

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.

West and East MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour- Small Group

A 10.5-hour loop through Central Australia's red ranges, starting with Alice Springs landmarks before heading west into dramatic gorges and gaps, then east to Emily and Jessie. Small-group tour covers Anzac Hill, Flynn's grave, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, the School of Air, and finishes with sunset views if you've got energy left. Includes air-conditioned travel, water, snacks, and a knowledgeable guide.

A Taste of Adelaide Central Markets Food Tour

Spend 50 minutes navigating Adelaide Central Markets with a local guide, stopping at 10 stalls for a proper grazing lunch of South Australian produce. You'll hear the stories of the stallholders who've built this market, taste your way through the season's best, and know that part of your ticket goes directly to local charities. Choose between 11am or 1pm, with groups kept to 10 people so you're not jostling through crowds.

50 minfrom AUD $59

Private Sydney South Coast to the Southern Highlands Tour

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

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

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

★ 5.0 (9)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Australia

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.

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

Wunyami Cultural Tour on Green Island's Eco Adventure

★ 5.0 (9)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Wunyami Cultural Tour on Green Island's Eco Adventure

Explore Green Island with indigenous guides who share traditional stories woven through the reef and land. This 7-hour experience departs from Cairns aboard a catamaran, taking roughly 45 minutes each way. You'll hear saltwater legends and Reef knowledge passed down through generations, led by Wunyami custodians committed to keeping culture alive whilst creating pathways for their community. Snorkel gear or a glass-bottom boat tour lets you move at your own rhythm, with cafés and a bar on the island for sustenance.

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

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