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.

Private Tours (Group of 1-4)
Spend eight hours exploring South Australia's premier wine country with a dedicated driver and guide steering you through the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, or Clare Valley. This private setup means you'll visit wineries at your own pace, sample what appeals to you, and skip the driving altogether. Your guide knows the region inside out and can pivot the day based on your interests—whether that's boutique cellar doors, vineyard views, or specific producers you've heard about.

Perth Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour
Navigate Perth's city centre on your own terms with this app-based scavenger hunt and audio tour. Over three hours, solve location-based puzzles to unlock stories about ten-plus landmarks including the Perth Mint, Town Hall, and hidden neighbourhood gems. Download the World City Trail app, enter your code, and start whenever suits you—pause for coffee, come back tomorrow, finish wherever you like. No guide, no schedule, just you, your phone, and Perth.

Full-Day VIP Hahndorf and McLaren Vale Private Car Tour
Spend eight hours exploring South Australia's wine country and heritage sites with a private driver who tailors the itinerary to your interests. Start in Hahndorf, a 19th-century German settlement 35 minutes south of Adelaide's CBD, then continue to McLaren Vale's wineries and cellar doors another 50 minutes on. Your driver—drawing on decades of local knowledge—handles transport while you decide what to visit and at what pace.

Private Introduction to Aboriginal Art Workshop in Adelaide
Learn Kaurna art traditions directly from a First Nations guide in this two-hour workshop on Adelaide's traditional lands. You'll explore the symbolism and history behind Aboriginal artistic practices, then create your own piece using provided materials. The session wraps with time to browse the gallery and gift shop. Operates as a private booking with a minimum of six participants.

Four Hours Cooking Class in Adelaide Hills
Spend four hours in Adelaide Hills learning to cook alongside professional chefs who know their craft and enjoy teaching it. You'll prep, cook, and eat what you've made, with wine included. Whether you're starting from scratch or already comfortable in the kitchen, there's room for you here. Classes cover everything from pasta to Japanese and Thai techniques—pick your focus and leave with recipes you'll actually use at home.

Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin
A nine-hour fixed-wing flight from Darwin takes you deep into remote northern Australia, sweeping across the Kimberley's rugged interior to Bungle Bungles National Park. These 20-million-year-old sandstone domes rise in striped layers—orange, ochre, and rust—across a sprawling wilderness. From the air, their true scale becomes apparent. The route then traces the Ord River's gorges before revealing Lake Argyle, a vast freshwater expanse rimmed by ancient red country. This is outback geography revealed properly: from above.

Panorama Experience
This intimate tasting unfolds across a private Adelaide Hills vantage point designed for small groups. You'll settle in with a gourmet spread paired alongside either Champagne or the winery's own Blanc de Blancs, taking in the region's rolling terrain for two hours. It's a straightforward way to sample quality wines without the usual cellar-door formality.

Perth Iconic Sights Guided Electric Bike Tour
Glide through Perth's riverside neighbourhoods on a silent electric bike, covering ground that would take hours on foot. This 4–5 hour guided tour follows the Swan River's edge, revealing both well-known landmarks and tucked-away corners that locals favour. Your guide navigates you through the city's best routes, pointing out the stories behind each precinct. Minimum two riders; book privately for a flexible pace.

Brown Hill Winemaker's Walk
Walk the rows of Brown Hill Estate's working vineyard with winemaker Haydn Millard, learning how grapes become wine before tasting in the barrel hall. This 90-minute tour at the family-owned property suits all fitness levels and keeps groups intimate at 12 people maximum. You'll see what's growing on the vines, understand the decisions that shape each vintage, and taste the results.

Rumi on Louth Luxury Island Tour & 6 Course Lunch
Spend six hours on Louth Island, a private retreat off Port Lincoln's coast, accessed by amphibious Sealegs vessel. You'll explore the island's rugged terrain by guided buggy, then settle in for a six-course degustation lunch prepared by the island's chef, with views across the Southern Ocean. A Mercedes collects you from Port Lincoln and returns you at day's end. Groups stay small—maximum 14 guests—keeping the experience intimate and unhurried.

Adelaide Chauffeur Airport Transfer
Hughes provides private airport transfers in Adelaide with professional chauffeurs and a fleet of sedans, SUVs, and coaches. Operating for over 115 years across Australia, they handle arrivals and departures with 24/7 availability. The service covers the airport to your destination with climate-controlled vehicles, bottled water included, and options for child seats, luggage trailers, and assistance with prams.

Cool Climate Chardonnay Masterclass in Denmark Australia
Spend two hours at a Great Southern vineyard exploring how chardonnay evolves from vine to bottle. Walk through the cellar, learn why harvest timing, fermentation vessels and oak contact matter, then taste five different expressions of the winery's chardonnay lineup. Finish with a full glass of whichever wine speaks to you, and take home pairing cards to recreate the experience at your own table.

Maria Island 3 hours and 30 mins Scenic Cruise
A 3.5-hour wildlife cruise departing Triabunna that tracks seals, dolphins, sea eagles, and seasonal whales around Maria Island National Park. Led by professional scientists, the vessel carries small groups (24–30 max) with onboard comfort facilities and complimentary hot drinks. You'll navigate Tasmania's dramatic coastline while a guide unpacks the geology and marine ecology live. Bring your own lunch or purchase snacks and alcohol aboard.

Alice Springs, Uluru Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon 8 Days Touring Package
Eight days exploring Australia's Red Centre, based in Alice Springs with guided expeditions to three iconic landmarks. Stay in mid-range hotels across the region, travel by comfortable coach, and witness Uluru at sunrise, dine beneath desert stars at Kata Tjuta, and hike the rim of Kings Canyon. Between the main attractions, discover Alice Springs' colonial history through museum visits and local heritage sites, with downtime to wander the town independently. All transport, accommodation and most meals included.

Eco HQ Experience Sea Turtle Rescue and Marine Conservation

3 Day Private Tour in Tasmania
A bespoke three-day exploration of Tasmania's most compelling regions around Hobart, led by the same local guide throughout. Skip the coach tours and their fixed itineraries—this private experience adapts to your interests, whether that's wilderness, heritage, or coastal scenery. You'll cover significant ground with genuine locals who know where to linger and where to move on, building real rapport over the three days whilst accessing Tasmania's character beyond the usual stops.

Perth Scenic Flight - City River and Beaches
This 30-minute scenic flight departs Jandakot Airport and charts Perth from the air, tracking the Swan River's curves through the city before sweeping past King's Park and the central business district. The route continues westward over Cottesloe and the Indian Ocean's coastline, then loops back via Fremantle and the river mouth. You'll land with a clearer sense of how Perth's geography actually fits together—the river's role, the beach sprawl, the urban density all visible at once.

Bespoke Perth City and Surrounds Day Tour
A 10-hour private tour of Perth and surrounds tailored to your interests, with a local driver handling navigation so you can focus on the sights. Visit native wildlife, coastal hotspots, and iconic locations across the city at a pace that suits your group. Travel in an electric vehicle—Tesla Model Y for couples, Model X for families, or Mercedes Sprinter for larger parties—with flexible stops and activities designed around what matters to you.

Back Vintage Wine Tasting
Taste six wines spanning Cape Mentelle's back catalogue in a intimate Barrel Hall setting. This one-hour tasting pairs older and newer releases to trace the winery's evolution, with exclusive club selections included. Small groups of up to six people ensure personal attention from the tasting host.

3-Day Cradle Mountain Photography Workshop
Chase light across Tasmania's alpine landscape on this three-day photography workshop centred on Cradle Mountain. You'll shoot Dove Lake at dawn and dusk, track Tasmanian Devils at a wildlife park, explore moss-draped rainforest, and photograph heritage mountain structures. A professional guide leads you through backcountry routes and manages logistics—accommodation, meals, and transport included—so you focus on composition and light rather than logistics.

One Way Seaplane Flight Rottnest Island to Perth
Fly between Rottnest Island and Perth's Swan River in a modern turbo-prop seaplane piloted by professionals. This 15-minute crossing cuts out the ferry queues and delivers bird's-eye views of Perth's skyline, Kings Park, and the surrounding coastline. Morning and afternoon departures suit flexible schedules, giving you unhurried time to take in the landscape from your seat.

Ningaloo Turtle Watching and Stargazing Tour
Join a guide for four hours of turtle nesting observation and stargazing across Jurabi Coastal Park on the Ningaloo Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site and critical breeding ground. You'll learn marine turtle ecology and conservation practices before heading onto the beach at dusk to witness female turtles returning to nest. The night sky above this remote stretch of Western Australia offers some of the southern hemisphere's clearest stargazing, weather permitting. A sunset snack and drink set the scene before darkness falls.

Small-Group Gin Making Lesson with Lunch in Barossa
Design and distil your own gin from botanicals in a four-hour hands-on session in the Barossa Valley. You'll blend your custom recipe, then it goes into the still while you settle in for a three-course lunch paired with local wine. Walk away with a bottle bearing your signature blend—no two batches identical.

Private Day Trips Bay of Fire From Launceston (3days in advance)
A nine-hour private outing exploring Tasmania's Bay of Fire from Launceston, tailored to your interests. Travel in your own air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver-guide who knows the region well. You'll set your own pace across dramatic coastal scenery, granite boulders, and secluded beaches without the constraints of group schedules. Perfect for those wanting flexibility and personalised attention throughout the day.

Cradle Mountain Day Trip from Hobart with Scenic Stops
A full-day excursion from Hobart to Cradle Mountain National Park, lasting 15 hours total. You'll travel through rural villages and eucalyptus forests with five hours of guided hiking around Dove Lake and into the high country. Wombats and wallabies regularly appear along the trails. An experienced local guide leads the way, and the air-conditioned coach includes water and park fees. Bring cash for meals in small towns en route.

Kinjarling’s Killer Coast: A Self-Guided Drive Through Albany
Drive yourself along Albany's dramatic southern coastline, tracing 45,000 years of Menang Noongar country and European settlement across 50 kilometres. This self-guided route takes 2–2.5 hours, weaving between granite cliffs, a restored colonial ship, wind turbines, and the remnants of Australia's whaling trade. Navigate at your own rhythm using offline GPS and audio commentary through the app.

Wines and Whispers:Barossa Valley Private Wine Tour from Adelaide
A private 8-hour wine tour through South Australia's Barossa Valley, departing Adelaide. Visit three quality vineyards to taste alongside lunch at a local kitchen, call in at the Whispering Wall's acoustic quirk, and climb Mengler Hill for valley views. A guide drives you through the region's winemaking heartland, taking you past heritage estates and working vineyards to understand how the district earned its reputation.

CRUISE SHIP Dudley Wines & False Cape Wine Tour
This two-hour wine tour whisks cruise passengers to two established South Australian wineries—Dudley and False Cape—with tastings, a seated lunch, and vineyard commentary at each stop. You'll travel in air-conditioned comfort between properties, learning how each winery developed its character over time. Both estates command striking rural vistas and produce distinctive bottles worth trying. The pace suits those wanting to taste without overexertion.

Nitmiluk National Park Helicopter Tour with Remote Landing

Hooked On Barra - Land Based Barramundi Fishing
Cast for barramundi from dry land on a stocked dam just outside Darwin, en route to Kakadu. This two-hour session puts saltwater fishing tackle in your hands without needing a boat or prior experience. Local guides handle the instruction while you watch for crocodiles and buffalo across the floodplain. Designed for families, solo travellers, and anyone curious about Northern Territory fishing, with all gear supplied.

Come & Try Clay Target Shooting in Collie
Spend two and a half hours at Collie's shooting range learning to hit clay targets from scratch. You'll receive full instruction from experienced staff, safety gear included, and work through the fundamentals of this precision sport in a controlled, welcoming environment. No prior experience needed—just bring your focus and willingness to try something new.

Bruny Island & The Margate Train: Food, Wildlife & Coastal View
This 8–9 hour small-group outing pairs Bruny Island's coastal and wildlife attractions with mainland stops including the Margate Train heritage site and Merediths Orchard. You'll taste local honey and oysters at a relaxed pace, break for lunch near the vintage locomotive, and explore boutique shops without rushing. A local guide shapes the day around what interests you, making it feel less like a scheduled tour and more like a day out with someone who knows the region well.

Hire Photographer, Professional Photo shoot - Perth
A bespoke four-hour photo session across Perth's lesser-known locations, designed to capture genuine moments from your visit. Work with a professional photographer who'll either scout your preferred spot or suggest hidden gems tailored to your style. You'll receive up to 50 edited images via a private online gallery within two weeks, whether you're travelling solo, with a partner, or celebrating a milestone.

3 Day Tassie Tour Bundle Hobart, Wineglass Bay and Bruny Island
Pack three distinctly different Tasmanian experiences into one guided tour: Bruny Island's secluded beaches and native wildlife, Hobart's Saturday markets and colonial villages, and the postcard-perfect arc of Wineglass Bay. This three-day bundle handles transport and logistics so you arrive with minimal planning. Local guides navigate you through rainforest walks, coastal drives, and small-town charm whilst an air-conditioned vehicle does the heavy lifting between stops. See why Tasmania's east coast and island communities feel genuinely separate from the mainland.

6 Person Fishing Boat Rental in Mandurah
Hire a six-seat fishing boat in Mandurah and work the waterways at your own rhythm, no licence needed during daylight hours. Whether you're after bream, flathead, or seasonal crab and prawns, the vessel comes rigged with rod holders and fitted out for comfort with a sun canopy overhead. Rent for two to eight hours depending on what the tides and your schedule allow.

Cradle Mountain: Burnie Shore Excursion
A compact Highland escape from Burnie that shoots straight into Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Your six hours splits between a 90-minute drive each way and a guided walk around Dove Lake, where you'll stand beneath the mountain's dramatic ridgeline and explore the heritage Boatshed. Small-group format keeps things intimate, park entry's sorted, and you'll be back aboard before the ship weighs anchor.

Historic Homestead Tour with Morning Tea
Step into Western Australia's pastoral heritage at a working station 12 km from Kalbarri, where a three-hour morning outing pairs guided exploration of historic homestead buildings with scones and freshly brewed coffee on the verandah. You'll walk the property's architectural bones whilst taking in river views and learning how outback life unfolded here. It's a straightforward, unhurried way to connect with local stories and station hospitality without the tourist theatre.

Perth Hidden Gems Private Walking Tour with Local
Walk Perth with someone who actually lives here on a fully customisable private tour running 2–6 hours. Your local guide tailors the route to your interests—whether that's riverside stretches at Elizabeth Quay, Kings Park's quieter tracks, or Northbridge's creative laneways. After booking, you'll complete a questionnaire and connect directly with your host to plan an itinerary that fits your pace and curiosities, skipping the standard script entirely.

Perth: Coastal Beach Tour in a Mini Cooper Convertible
Wind down Perth's coast in a soft-top Mini Cooper, hitting five beaches in five hours. You'll cruise from Fremantle's working waterfront through Cottesloe's postcard bays to the broad sweep of City Beach, with time to swim, walk, or simply sit with a coffee. The route finishes at Hillarys Boat Harbour where you can grab lunch or head back. It's a morning well spent for anyone who likes salt air and no fixed agenda.
