Things to do in Australia
Great Ocean Road Tours20 optionsCruise Sydney40 optionsYarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne20 optionsMelbourne Hot Air Balloon7 optionsDay Trips from Sydney22 optionsWhale Watching Sydney10 optionsCruise Sydney Harbour33 optionsBoat Cruises Melbourne8 optionsDay Trips from Melbourne12 optionsHunter Valley Wine Tour16 optionsMelbourne City Tourist Attractions7 optionsMelbourne Airport Taxi11 options
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Swan Valley: Wine, Distillery & Chocolate Day Trip from PerthYou’ll taste local wines straight from Swan Valley vineyards, enjoy a relaxed tapas-style lunch with your choice of drink, sample spirits at an award-winning distillery, and finish with handmade chocolates. With pickup included from Perth and a guide who knows every corner of the valley, you’ll leave feeling both welcomed and well-fed.
Kuranda or Palm Cove: Small Group Day Trip with PickupYou’ll ride through ancient rainforest from Port Douglas or Palm Cove with pickup included, then choose between exploring Kuranda’s artsy markets and wildlife parks or relaxing along Palm Cove’s esplanade. Expect local stories, small group warmth, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve brushed off the sand or rainforest mist.
Adelaide Hills & Hahndorf: Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Day TripYou're picked up from your Adelaide hotel and driven to Mount Lofty for panoramic views, then guided through five tastings — strawberry farm, vineyard, chocolate factory, cheese cellar, and a second winery — with a two-course German lunch in Hahndorf included. The whole day runs around eight hours in a small group with an air-conditioned vehicle and driver, so you don't navigate or book each stop separately.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste the Adelaide Hills without arranging five different stops, driving between them, or deciding what to eat — the small group format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you to focus on the wine, cheese and views.
Melbourne Laneway Bars Tour: Street Art, Legends & DrinksYou’ll start at Federation Square then follow your guide deep into Melbourne’s laneways for drinks in three hidden bars, wild stories about barmaids and gold rush legends, plus a cheeky trivia round. Expect laughter, street art surprises and that feeling you’ve seen a side of Melbourne most people miss.
Sydney Airport to Hotel: Private Luxury Car TransferYou're met at baggage claim with a sign bearing your name, your luggage is loaded, and you're driven straight to your Sydney hotel in a private luxury car. The driver knows your zone, all tolls are covered, and the price is fixed before you land — no surprises, no waiting, no negotiation at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi rank and ride-share app hunt after landing — the driver is already waiting with your name, luggage is handled, and the price doesn't change no matter how long the journey takes.
Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks: Small group historyA 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Sydney's historic districts and The Rocks, limited to 16 guests, led by guides with over a decade of expertise. The tour covers Hyde Park, St Mary's Cathedral, Hyde Park Barracks, Macquarie Street, the Royal Botanic Garden, and The Rocks' cobblestone lanes, tracing 60,000 years of Aboriginal culture and colonial settlement. Children are welcome from age 5; moderate fitness is needed for the walking distance.Is it for me?Book this if you want to walk through both Aboriginal and colonial history in one guided experience rather than piecing together separate sites, and your schedule has a focused 2.5-hour window.
Byron Bay: Small-Group Surfing Lessons on Main BeachYou’ll paddle out on Byron Bay’s Main Beach with a small group and an easygoing local instructor who keeps things relaxed. Expect practical surf tips, lots of laughs as you practice (and probably fall), and real encouragement when you catch your first wave. All gear is included—just bring your willingness to get sandy and maybe a little brave.
Swan Valley: River Cruise, Wine Tasting & Lunch Day TripYou’ll float up the Swan River sipping local wines with new friends before sharing lunch on board. Explore two Swan Valley wineries with tastings and cheeseboards, then relax at a brewery and sample chocolates before heading back to Perth by coach. It’s an easygoing day full of flavors and small surprises you’ll remember.
Whitsundays Sailing Tour: Whitehaven Beach & SnorkelingA 2-day, 2-night sailing tour of the Whitsunday Islands departing from Airlie Beach, where you board the maxi yacht Hammer and explore Whitehaven Beach, snorkel coral reefs, and sleep in mixed dormitory cabins below deck. The crew handles navigation, meals and timing; you choose between a bush-walk to Hill Inlet Lookout or a final snorkel on day three before returning to Airlie Beach around 11am. Minimum age is 18, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated at booking.Is it for me?Most Whitsundays tours run as day trips from Airlie Beach, so you see one beach and one reef before heading back. This one keeps you on the boat overnight, which means you catch two sunsets, sleep under the stars, and reach Whitehaven Beach early enough to spend three hours there instead of one—plus two snorkel sites instead of a rushed dash to one.
Hunter Valley: Premium Wine Tasting & Cheese at IvanhoeYou arrive at the cellar door, sit down with a view of the vineyard, and taste through whites, bubbly and reds paired with cheese. Your host explains the wines without the fuss, and you leave knowing what Ivanhoe makes and why it's not in shops. Book your preferred time slot when you book.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to taste Hunter Valley wines without the long day commitment or the bottle-shop standard range—the one-hour format and vineyard view make it easy to fit into a morning or afternoon, and the exclusive wines mean you're tasting something you can't get elsewhere.
Kayaking Brisbane: Guided river paddling, day or nightKayaking on the Brisbane River is a guided paddle with a fully-qualified instructor, all equipment, and a choice of day or night departures. The activity runs 90 minutes, starting at Riverlife. Minimum age is 8 for day tours and 12 for night tours; all areas are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 90-minute paddle fits a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day, leaving room for other Brisbane activities before or after. Choose the day departure if you want to paddle in daylight, or the night tour if you'd rather see the city lights on the water—just note that night tours require a minimum age of 12.
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise: Iron Pot Lighthouse & Betsey IslandA 2.5-hour boat cruise from Hobart down the Derwent River to Iron Pot Lighthouse and Betsey Island, with a local guide and a maximum of 12-14 people per departure. The route passes Mount Wellington, the Shot Tower and Hope Beach, and includes time exploring sea caves and watching for seabirds around Betsey Island. Your guide shares the maritime history—early shipwrecks, settlers and sailors—as the boat moves through Hobart's waterways and into Storm Bay.Is it for me?The tour departs from Franklin Wharf jetty in central Hobart, reachable by public transport, so you don't need a car or hotel pickup to join—book it as a standalone morning or afternoon and move on to the rest of your day. The small group of 12-14 people and the local guide's knowledge of maritime history make it worth choosing over a larger commercial cruise if you want to hear the stories behind the landmarks rather than just see them pass.
Geelong & Bellarine: Hot Air Balloon Flight with BreakfastYou’ll float quietly above Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula as morning light spills across gardens and coastline, with a local guide pointing out hidden corners below. After landing (and maybe a few laughs), you’ll share breakfast with fellow travelers before heading back into town — that feeling stays with you.
Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Alice SpringsYou’ll step into Australia’s Red Centre with local guides who know every story and shortcut. Watch Uluru shift colors at sunset, walk Kata Tjuta’s domes, sleep under stars near Kings Canyon, and share meals by firelight. The moments are quieter than you expect — and they linger long after you leave.
Ningaloo Reef: Turtle Snorkel Tour Exmouth Small Group 2.5hrYou’ll join a small group in Exmouth for a 2.5-hour Ningaloo Reef snorkel tour led by friendly local guides—expect close-up moments with turtles, colorful coral gardens, and maybe even rays or reef sharks. Gear and snacks are included, plus an air-conditioned shuttle if you need it. It’s relaxed but personal—one of those days that lingers in your mind after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Litchfield National Park tour: Waterfalls and termite moundsA full-day tour from Darwin into Litchfield National Park with an accredited guide, visiting cascading waterfalls, swimming holes, and the famous magnetic termite mounds; you choose between a jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River or a wetlands visit to Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. Hotel pickup is included, and the tour runs 10.5 hours with stops for walking tracks and swimming in shallow pools.Is it for me?Book the crocodile cruise if you want to see saltwater crocodiles breach; choose the wetlands option if you're a keen bird-watcher seeking rare species in their habitat.
Hunter Valley: Horse Carriage Wine Tour & Cheese TastingYou’ll ride through Pokolbin by horse-drawn carriage, stopping for wine tastings at two local vineyards before sampling cheese and chocolate at a specialty shop. With a small group and friendly guide, you’ll get time to savor each bite (and laugh at your own wine guesses). There’s space for slow moments here—just you, good company, and those rolling Hunter Valley views.
Broome: Dinosaur Footprints Cruise & Beach Tapas with CocktailsYou’ll step into real dinosaur footprints near Broome before cruising through Dampier Creek with sparkling wine and gourmet nibbles. After wildlife spotting in Roebuck Bay, relax over cocktails and a five-course tapas meal right by the water. Expect laughter, local stories, and maybe a bit of chocolate cake on your shirt—it’s that kind of day.
Hervey Bay: Whale Watching Cruise with Tea & PickupYou’ll board a spacious catamaran in Hervey Bay for four hours of real-deal whale watching—with local guides sharing stories, morning or afternoon tea served on deck, and guaranteed sightings if conditions are right. Expect moments where whales come startlingly close, playful tails flicking just meters away, plus relaxed chats over biscuits as you drift along Australia’s famous Fraser Coast.
Melbourne: Sunset Kayak Tour on Yarra River with DinnerYou’ll paddle right through Melbourne’s heart as evening falls, with dinner delivered straight to your kayak and guides sharing stories along the Yarra River. Watch city lights flicker on from the water and feel that odd mix of calm and excitement as you drift beneath bridges—this sunset kayaking tour is more than just sightseeing; it’s a memory you’ll carry home.
