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Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve Day Trip MelbourneFull-day Phillip Island tour from Melbourne with koala reserve, Nobbies Rocks and Little Penguins Parade. Includes coach pickup, park entry and local guide. Around 10 hours.★ 4.84 (928)9h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 180per person
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife from MelbourneSmall-group Phillip Island afternoon tour from Melbourne with Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies seal colony & Penguin Parade. Max 11 passengers, hotel pickup included.★ 4.86 (867)8h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 246per person
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade, Kangaroos & Koalas Day TripWatch wild penguins waddle at sunset on Phillip Island, meet kangaroos and koalas at Moonlit Sanctuary, and stroll windswept beaches, includes Melbourne pickup.★ 4.43 (854)11h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 149per person
Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Trip from MelbourneFull-day Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with 12 Apostles, rainforest walk, wildlife spotting & morning tea. Departs 7:35am, includes park fees and guide commentary.★ 4.82 (635)13h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 165per person
Great Ocean Road Melbourne: Twelve Apostles & Wildlife Day TripGreat Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, wildlife viewing and Apollo Bay lunch. Small groups, hotel pickup, 243km coastal drive.★ 4.75 (302)11h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 257per person
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koalas Day Trip from MelbournePhillip Island day trip from Melbourne with Penguin Parade entry, Koala Reserve, The Nobbies & Cape Woolamai. Modern coach, live guide, onboard WiFi. Full day.★ 4.48 (269)10h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 157per person
Lake Mountain Snow Day Trip: Toboggan & Yarra ValleyDay trip from Melbourne to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort with resort entry, heated transport and chocolate tasting, toboggan.★ 4.86 (219)10h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 180per person
Grampians National Park Day Trip: Wildlife Hiking TourFull-day guided tour from Melbourne to Grampians National Park with two hours of bush walks.★ 4.86 (196)12h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 170per person
Grampians National Park Day Trip: Mackenzie Falls & WildlifeLeave Melbourne at 7:35am for Grampians National Park with a guide. Hike to Mackenzie Falls, explore Indigenous heritage, and return by 8pm. Morning tea and entry fees included.★ 4.64 (128)13h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 148per person
Mornington Peninsula: Wine Tasting & Hot Springs Day TripSip estate wines, relax in thermal pools, and soak up coastal views on a small-group Mornington Peninsula day trip from Melbourne: includes lunch, barista coffee, and hot springs entry.★ 4.77 (103)8h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 265per person
Grampians day trip: 6.5km hiking to Pinnacles & Mackenzie FallsSmall-group day trip from Melbourne to Grampians National Park with guided hikes, entry fees, and lunch in Halls Gap. Groups capped at 11 guests.★ 4.94 (82)12h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 219per person
Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs Day Trip from MelbourneSpend a full day soaking in naturally heated mineral pools at the Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs, 90 minutes from Melbourne, with entry.★ 4.47 (78)6h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 190per person
Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne: 12 ApostlesTen to fourteen hours exploring Victoria's coast with a private driver and guide: hotel pickup, water, and entry to the 12 Apostles included.★ 4.85 (52)10h–14h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 643per person
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Phillip Island Penguin ParadeTwo-day combo from Melbourne: Twelve Apostles, koalas & Penguin Parade with hotel pickup. Small groups, professional guide, national park fees included.★ 4.91 (32)2d✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 474per person
Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles: Private Day Trip MelbournePrivate Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with 12 Apostles viewpoint, Loch Ard Gorge beach walk & rainforest. Includes driver, water, wildlife spotting. Full day.★ 5.00 (15)10h–11h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 1,650per group
Twelve Apostles Day Trip Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Loch ArdExpress day trip from Melbourne to Twelve Apostles with Great Ocean Road, Loch Ard Gorge and local guide. Hotel pickup included, around 10 hours.★ 3.50 (6)8h–10h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 651per person
Mt Buller Day Trip from Melbourne: Full Day in the SnowDay trip from Melbourne to Mt Buller with transport and mountain entry included: depart early, ski or snowboard the slopes all day, and return by evening.★ 4.50 (4)15h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 188per person
Great Ocean Road Express Tour: Twelve Apostles without the driveSeven-and-a-half-hour private tour to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge with a driver and bottled water included.★ 5.00 (4)7h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 1,350per group
Ballarat & Sovereign Hill Day Trip from Melbourne: Gold PanningDay trip from Melbourne to Ballarat's Sovereign Hill with optional wildlife park or Daylesford hot springs. Includes entry, transport, and gold panning.8h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 638per person
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✓ 2026-10-16Day Trips from Melbourne at a glance
- Our pick: Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve Day Trip Melbourne, AU$ 180 (9h 30m, 4.84★ · 928).
- Best value: Grampians National Park Day Trip: Mackenzie Falls & Wildlife, AU$ 148 (13h, 4.64★ · 128).
- Top rated: Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife from Melbourne, AU$ 246 (8h, 4.86★ · 867).
Real price per person across the 19 options: AU$ 148–AU$ 651 (median AU$ 193). With 100+ reviews: 10 of 19.
Of the 19 options: 19 with free cancellation, 14 with instant confirmation, 10 with hotel pickup, 16 kid-friendly, 3 private and 13 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 19 of the 19 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve Day Trip Melbourne is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.84 out of 5 across 928 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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