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YARRA VALLEY Private Wine tour for couples
5.0 (31)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

YARRA VALLEY Private Wine tour for couples

A six to seven hour private guided tour through Yarra Valley's wine region tailored for two people. Your driver, a local resident, collects you for cellar door visits at boutique wineries of your choosing, plus a final stop at Four Pillars gin distillery, chocolaterie, dairy or alternative venue. Lunch includes charcuterie, cheese or pizza paired with wine. Transport, tastings, meals and entry fees are included.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $500
Australia Zoo Transfer from Noosa and Sunshine Coast
5.0 (30)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Australia Zoo Transfer from Noosa and Sunshine Coast

Door-to-door transport from Noosa, Coolum, Marcoola, Twin Waters, Maroochydore or Mooloolaba to Australia Zoo with your driver sharing local knowledge en route. You'll arrive briefed on the layout and what to see, with roughly six hours to explore the wildlife park at your own pace before the return journey home. An eight-hour experience that treats the drive as part of the day rather than dead time.

8 hoursfrom AUD $149
Experience Barossa Valley by E-bike
5.0 (30)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Experience Barossa Valley by E-bike

Pedal through South Australia's premium wine region on an e-bike, stopping at working vineyards and artisan producers across the Barossa Valley. This 6.5-hour guided tour connects local businesses and showcases the landscape at a pace that lets you taste properly—from cellar tastings and barrel samples at Yalumba to cheese and chocolate stops along the route. The electric assist handles the hills while you soak in vineyard views and eat what locals make.

6h 30mfrom AUD $335
Puffing Billy Tour and Penguin Parade from Melbourne
5.0 (30)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Puffing Billy Tour and Penguin Parade from Melbourne

Combine two of Victoria's iconic experiences in a single day: ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges' fern-lined valleys, then head to Phillip Island for the Penguin Parade. The morning journey takes you across the historic Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge with time to explore Emerald Lake Park. After lunch in Melbourne, you'll watch little penguins return to shore at dusk from the clifftop boardwalks. Runs 14–17 hours with hotel pickup, guide included, small group of up to 24.

14 hours – 17 hoursfrom AUD $245
Gold Coast Island Private Cruise
5.0 (29)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Gold Coast Island Private Cruise

Set sail on the Broadwater aboard the Beachcomber for a relaxed four-hour private charter accommodating up to 12 guests. Drop anchor at a secluded island to swim, fish, or lounge on the floating mat whilst sipping Prosecco. The Gold Coast's sheltered waters make for an unhurried escape where you can explore at your own pace—whether that means casting a line, paddling ashore via the boat's direct ladder access, or simply drifting on calm blue water with a drink in hand.

4 hoursfrom AUD $600
Airlie Hidden Beach Adventures - Dingo Beach & Cape Gloucester
5.0 (29)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Airlie Hidden Beach Adventures - Dingo Beach & Cape Gloucester

This seven-hour coastal exploration takes you past the crowded spots around Airlie Beach to five secluded stretches of sand and two tucked-away resorts along the Whitsundays. Your guide Cherene leads a small group at an easy pace, mixing gentle beach walks with swims in sheltered turquoise water and moments to simply sit and absorb the scenery. You'll cover terrain carved by millions of years of coastal weathering, stopping at Dingo Beach and Cape Gloucester amongst quieter bays most day-trippers miss entirely.

7 hoursfrom AUD $140
Exceptional Port Lincoln, Seafood and Wildlife Tour
5.0 (29)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Exceptional Port Lincoln, Seafood and Wildlife Tour

An 8-hour small-group adventure through Port Lincoln's working waterfront, wild coastlines and native wildlife. Start at the Southern Hemisphere's largest fishing fleet, then 4WD across towering sand dunes and along isolated beaches backed by ancient cliffs. Midday, settle into fresh local seafood lunch before heading inland for what's claimed to be Australia's most intimate koala encounter. Groups capped at five people; hotel transport and guide included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $330
Full Day Private Custom Tour of Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
5.0 (29)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Full Day Private Custom Tour of Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles

A full-day private tour tracing Victoria's most dramatic coastline, starting from your Melbourne hotel and ending at the 12 Apostles limestone formations. Your local guide navigates you through the Great Ocean Road's key stops in a private vehicle, tailored to your group's pace and interests. Up to seven passengers travel together, with hotel transfers and water included. Ten to eleven hours on the road.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $2799
Mornington Peninsula Wine Region Tour
5.0 (29)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Mornington Peninsula Wine Region Tour

Spend eight hours exploring the Mornington Peninsula's wineries in a small group, travelling in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz with knowledgeable hosts who know the region inside out. The day unfolds at a relaxed pace, moving between local producers and artisan makers, with lunch included at one of your stops. Your hosts draw on years in hospitality and wine to shape the experience to your group's interests, whether that's learning about vintages, meeting winemakers or simply enjoying the countryside.

8 hoursfrom AUD $350
Barossa Valley Shared Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch
5.0 (28)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Barossa Valley Shared Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

Spend seven hours exploring the Barossa Valley's vineyards with a small group, visiting multiple wineries to taste old-vine Shiraz, Grenache, and Eden Valley Riesling. The tour includes a regional lunch featuring local produce and covers the valley's key wine-producing areas at an unhurried pace. Ideal for both seasoned wine drinkers and those new to the region, this shared experience balances tasting with scenic driving and winery visits across South Australia's most recognised wine zone.

7 hoursfrom AUD $238
Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour
5.0 (27)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour

A 12-hour private tour through Queensland's Daintree Rainforest, one of Earth's most ancient tropical ecosystems. Your naturalist driver takes you from Cairns through Daintree National Park, stopping at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation, with a ferry crossing of the Daintree River and time in Port Douglas. The rainforest canopy, endemic wildlife, and geological history unfold from your air-conditioned vehicle, with lunch and refreshments included.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1880
Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour from Sydney
5.0 (27)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour from Sydney

Spend ten hours exploring Hunter Valley's independent wineries and artisan food makers on this private tour from Sydney. Your local driver takes you through New South Wales' premier wine region, where you'll taste Semillon and Shiraz alongside lesser-known varieties crafted by passionate producers. This isn't a coach-load experience—it's a bespoke day built around your pace and interests, with transport, water, and expert commentary included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $995
Coffin Bay National Park Half-day 4WD Tour
5.0 (27)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Coffin Bay National Park Half-day 4WD Tour

This four-hour 4WD tour explores Coffin Bay National Park's dramatic coastline, taking you across sand dunes to secluded beaches accessible only by off-road track. You'll encounter limestone cliffs meeting turquoise water, spot emus roaming freely, and scan the reef system from elevated vantage points. Small-group access unlocks narrow tracks and remote stretches of sand that showcase South Australia's rugged coastal character.

4 hoursfrom AUD $159
Micro-Group McLaren Vale Wine Tour from Adelaide
5.0 (26)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Micro-Group McLaren Vale Wine Tour from Adelaide

Spend a full day exploring McLaren Vale's finest vineyards on a small-group tour capped at six guests. Your local guide tailors the route daily, taking you to premium producers like Samuel's Gorge, Yangarra and Shottesbrooke. You'll taste wines at each stop, enjoy lunch at a top-tier restaurant featuring regional produce, then return to your Adelaide hotel. No two tours are alike—your guide reads the group and adjusts accordingly.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $380
Cook Like A Pro in Taroona
5.0 (26)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Cook Like A Pro in Taroona

A five-hour hands-on class in Taroona where you'll learn restaurant-calibre cooking using seasonal, local ingredients grown on-site. Work through a four-course lunch menu, picking up practical techniques designed for your own kitchen at home—no fancy gadgets required. You'll leave with recipes, a small keepsake, and the skills to recreate the dishes whenever you fancy.

5 hoursfrom AUD $155
Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure
5.0 (26)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

Spend four hours exploring Queensland's Whitsunday hinterland with a guide who knows the local ecology inside out. You'll trek through rainforest thick with native plants and wildlife, then seek out the waterfalls that cut through the landscape—conditions permitting. The pace is gentle enough for most fitness levels, the commentary goes beyond surface-level tourism, and you'll finish with a real sense of what makes this pocket of the coast distinctive.

4 hoursfrom AUD $120
Blue Mountain Tour with Hop on and Hop Off Bus
5.0 (26)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Blue Mountain Tour with Hop on and Hop Off Bus

Combine a full-day guided escape to the Blue Mountains with a 24-hour Sydney city bus pass. Depart Sydney Central at 8 a.m., visit a native wildlife park for koala encounters and kangaroo feeding, then head west to the World Heritage ranges. Spend time at Echo Point absorbing views of the Three Sisters, ride all three Scenic World attractions, browse Leura's village shops, and return to Sydney with unlimited city transport covering 34 stops including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach.

10 hoursfrom AUD $239
Afternoon Moreton Bay Sailing Tour
5.0 (26)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Afternoon Moreton Bay Sailing Tour

Spend four and a half hours sailing a catamaran across Moreton Bay's marine park waters departing from Raby Bay in Cleveland. You'll get hands-on instruction at the helm, swim in sheltered spots, paddleboard, or simply recline on deck with antipasto and fruit whilst watching for dolphins and turtles. The boat suits solo travellers, couples, families and groups seeking an active yet unhurried afternoon on the water.

4h 30mfrom AUD $119
Half Day E-Bike Hire Echuca
5.0 (25)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Half Day E-Bike Hire Echuca

Explore the Murray River region on a Green Pedal e-bike over four hours, departing from Murray Esplanade in Echuca. The gently rolling terrain suits all fitness levels, with electric assist making longer distances manageable and fun. You'll receive a map, helmet, safety briefing and local route suggestions to navigate quiet paths and riverside scenery at your own pace. Perfect for testing whether an e-bike suits your riding style before committing to purchase.

4 hoursfrom AUD $60
Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience
5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience

Spend eight hours exploring Yarra Valley's winemaking heritage with stops at three estate wineries, each offering tastings paired with your choice of glass. A two-course lunch with wine sits at the day's centre, followed by a detour to the Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Small groups travel by air-conditioned coach from Richmond, just outside Melbourne, with a local guide sharing the region's viticultural history along the way.

8 hoursfrom AUD $215
McLaren Vale Private Luxury Wine Tour - Full Day
5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

McLaren Vale Private Luxury Wine Tour - Full Day

Explore McLaren Vale's finest wineries on your own terms during this seven to eight-hour private tour. Your group of up to four travels in a luxury 4WD with a knowledgeable driver-guide who curates stops based on your preferences, from established names like Wirra Wirra and d'Arenberg to boutique cellar-door-only producers. Arrange lunch where you wish, and if timing allows, negotiate barrel tastings and behind-the-scenes winemaker access. You'll see the region without sharing a bus or compromising on pace.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $375
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley + Breakfast
5.0 (25)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley + Breakfast

Launch into the Yarra Valley sky at dawn for an hour aloft, drifting with the wind as your pilot reads the air and picks the landing zone. Liberty Balloon Flights operates Victoria's most respected fleet, sending you up daily when conditions allow. The full outing runs three to five hours and wraps with continental breakfast at Rochford Wines back on solid ground.

4 hoursfrom AUD $480
Hunter Valley Wine Tours - Luxury, Wines, Choc, Cheese, & Lunch
5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Hunter Valley Wine Tours - Luxury, Wines, Choc, Cheese, & Lunch

This 11-hour Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney takes you to Australia's longest-established wine region for tastings across multiple boutique wineries. You'll sample over 14 wines—notably the area's signature Shiraz and Semillon—paired with local cheese and artisan chocolate, with one stop at a Halliday 5-Star rated producer. Lunch with a glass of wine or beer is included, making for a full day of tasting and countryside scenery.

11 hoursfrom AUD $260
Yarra Valley by night! Private wine, whisky and dinner tour
5.0 (24)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Yarra Valley by night! Private wine, whisky and dinner tour

A private evening tour departing Melbourne for the Yarra Valley wine region, lasting 5–6 hours. Start in Healesville with a tasting session at a local wine merchant favoured by producers, then select your own spirit tasting—wine, whisky, gin or beer. Finish with a two-course dinner at Meletos restaurant overlooking vineyard views as dusk settles. Your driver handles transport; return to the city by 9.30pm or 10pm.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $846
Peaks, Falls & Furry Locals: Mt. Field & the Derwent
5.0 (23)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Peaks, Falls & Furry Locals: Mt. Field & the Derwent

Explore Tasmania's Mt. Field National Park on this full-day excursion combining waterfall walks, old-growth rainforest and native wildlife encounters. Your guide drives you through the park's layered ecosystem, starting with the thundering cascade of Russel Falls before venturing deeper into fern gullies and eucalypt forests. Stop at a wildlife sanctuary to spot Tasmanian devils, quokkas and other endemic species up close. Settle in for lunch—either a packed meal under the trees or a restaurant experience at the Agrarian Kitchen (Friday–Sunday only).

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1040
Great Ocean Road Coastal Spectcular with Wildlife Wonders
5.0 (23)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Great Ocean Road Coastal Spectcular with Wildlife Wonders

This 11.5-hour coastal drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road flips the usual script by heading counter-clockwise, beating the crowds and catching softer morning light at the 12 Apostles. You'll explore sea cliffs and shipwreck sites at Loch Ard Gorge, walk through cool temperate rainforest in the Otway Ranges, and spot wild koalas and kangaroos in their natural haunts. The route strings together beach towns, a chocolate farm stop, a gourmet lunch at a wildlife café, and a detour to one of Australia's best ice-creameries.

11h 30mfrom AUD $998
Street Food & Street Art, Backroads & Boroughs
5.0 (23)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Street Food & Street Art, Backroads & Boroughs

Skip the guidebook and explore Melbourne through the eyes of someone who actually lives here. This 6-hour private tour weaves through inner-city laneways, neighbourhood haunts, and working studios, stopping for food and conversation with the people behind the city's best coffee roasters, bakeries, and street art. Your local guide tailors the route based on what genuinely interests you—no script, no predetermined stops, just the real Melbourne.

6 hoursfrom AUD $820
Bickley Valley Wine, Cider & Gin Tour - Premium Small Group Tour
5.0 (22)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Bickley Valley Wine, Cider & Gin Tour - Premium Small Group Tour

Spend seven hours in Bickley Valley, Perth's wine country, with a maximum of ten guests. You'll taste wines at two respected producers, sample hand-crafted ciders and gin from local distilleries, and eat a two-course lunch at a valley venue. The region sits less than thirty minutes from the city centre but feels worlds away—rolling hills, boutique producers, and the kind of unhurried afternoon that justifies the drive.

7 hoursfrom AUD $220
Kangaroos, mangroves and the ocean
5.0 (22)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kangaroos, mangroves and the ocean

Six-hour coastal exploration along Queensland's shoreline featuring three distinct ecosystems. You'll track kangaroos through natural bushland, wade through mangrove channels teeming with wading birds, and visit a historic shipwreck site. The tour winds up at Scarborough Harbour, where local fishmongers sell the day's catch. Pitched for all fitness levels, the pace lets you absorb each habitat without rushing.

6 hoursfrom AUD $240
Sydney: Royal National Park Coastal Hike, Rainforest, Picnic
5.0 (22)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Sydney: Royal National Park Coastal Hike, Rainforest, Picnic

A full day in Royal National Park combining coastal ridgeline walking, lagoon swimming and rainforest exploration, all hosted by Sabina in small groups. You'll trek around 8 km through sandstone headlands with ocean views, pause for a picnic at Wattamolla Lagoon, then wander through ancient fern groves before returning via the Grand Pacific Drive. The itinerary flexes to suit your pace and energy, making this a genuinely relaxed rather than rushed introduction to Sydney's natural hinterland.

10 hoursfrom AUD $300
Private full-day wine tour in the Hunter Valley
5.0 (22)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private full-day wine tour in the Hunter Valley

Explore the Hunter Valley's cellar doors with Clive, a resident wine enthusiast who's shaped the region's character for decades. This private six to seven-hour tour accommodates up to four guests without mixing groups, meaning you'll navigate tastings and conversations at your own pace. Your itinerary is flexible—sketch out your preferences or let Clive chart the course through his favourite producers and lesser-known spots across the valley's most compelling vineyards.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $495
Discover Toowoomba Tours
5.0 (22)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Discover Toowoomba Tours

Build your own Toowoomba experience from over 30 venues and activities across Queensland's Darling Downs. This 4–6 hour guided tour operates on your schedule: contact the team to tailor an itinerary that suits your interests, whether that's gardens, heritage sites, local galleries or natural attractions. Door-to-door pickup and bottled water included. Departs around 10am, back by 4:30pm.

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $99
Margaret River Private Wineries Tour by Chevy Belair Classic Car
5.0 (22)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Margaret River Private Wineries Tour by Chevy Belair Classic Car

Cruise through Margaret River's wine country in a restored 1960s Chevrolet, stopping at five boutique wineries you select or a curated lineup. Your driver draws on twelve years of winery work and local connections to unlock what makes each cellar door worth visiting. A gourmet lunch with wine rounds out the six-hour tour, which includes hotel pickups within 5 km of town.

6 hoursfrom AUD $310
Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour
5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour

Squeeze Sydney's landmarks and the Blue Mountains into a single day with a private driver and comfortable vehicle. This 10–12 hour tour pairs the city's iconic coastal sights—Harbour Bridge, Opera House, coastal walks—with the World Heritage escarpment: towering cliffs, eucalyptus forest, and native wildlife around Katoomba and Leura. Best for travellers who want both without splitting the trip across multiple days.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $878
Ultimate Blue Mountains and Wildlife Tour
5.0 (21)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Ultimate Blue Mountains and Wildlife Tour

An 11-hour expedition through New South Wales's Blue Mountains National Park, timed to catch the light shift at dusk. You'll track wallabies and kangaroos across open terrain away from the usual tour-bus routes, then settle in for sunset refreshments of local cheese, fruit and biscuits. The day kicks off with a stop in the heritage village of Leura, where independent lunch options range across cafes and restaurants to suit any appetite and wallet.

11 hoursfrom AUD $305
Sydney Private Half Day Tour: Beaches, History & Icons
5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Sydney Private Half Day Tour: Beaches, History & Icons

A four-hour private tour navigating Sydney's most recognisable landmarks and hidden pockets. You'll move between the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, drop into quieter harbour beaches like Milk Beach and Camp Cove, and hit Bondi if time allows. Your guide unpacks the city's colonial past alongside its present-day character. Bottled water and snacks included; air-conditioned vehicle throughout.

4 hoursfrom AUD $387
Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney
5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Blue Mountains and Winery Day-Trip from Sydney

A 10-hour private guided tour departing from Sydney that explores the Blue Mountains with a local driver and your own vehicle, accessing viewpoints beyond reach of large groups. You'll spot wild kangaroos, walk through cool temperate rainforest, view dramatic waterfalls and cliff formations, then finish at a winery in Megalong Valley for tastings. National Park entry and onboard refreshments included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $2266
Unforgettable Blue Mountains Day Tour
5.0 (21)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Unforgettable Blue Mountains Day Tour

This 11-hour Blue Mountains exploration trades the standard lookouts for backcountry access in a small-group Land Rover, capped at five travellers. You'll venture beyond the Three Sisters into terrain most visitors never reach, with morning and afternoon tea featuring seasonal fruit, biscuits and beverages supplied throughout. The day spans New South Wales' most dramatic terrain with stops in Leura's cafés for lunch at your own pace.

11 hoursfrom AUD $305
Private Rainforest & Wildlife Tour - Build Your Own Experience
5.0 (20)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Rainforest & Wildlife Tour - Build Your Own Experience

Build a rainforest day tailored to your pace and interests across Queensland's World Heritage Gondwana forests. Choose your own mix: wade behind cascading waterfalls, track wild kangaroos through open forest, spot dozing koalas in the canopy, hunt for glowworms after dark, or climb to lookouts for sweeping views. Your private guide navigates everything from short strolls to full-day adventures, with packed lunch at waterfall bases and door-to-door transport from Gold Coast or Brisbane.

4 hours – 14 hoursfrom AUD $340
Private McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide
5.0 (20)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide

Tailor-made wine tour through McLaren Vale departing Adelaide, five hours in a private BMW sedan with space for up to four travellers. Your guide John, with over three decades in wine and hospitality, lets you chart the course—whether that's cellar doors, vineyard walks, or country towns. You set the pace, choose how long to linger, and adjust plans on the fly. Fixed pricing per vehicle means groups split costs fairly.

5 hoursfrom AUD $625
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