Things to do in Australia
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Sydney Private Walking Tour: Customized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Sydney customized around your interests, with a local host who adjusts the route and pace to suit your travel style. Before the tour, you complete a short questionnaire so the operator can match you with the right guide and plan a day that reflects what you actually want to discover. You choose your duration—2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours—and your start time; pickup from central accommodation is included.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to move at your own pace through neighborhoods that matter to you, not a fixed itinerary everyone follows. The questionnaire and direct planning with your host mean the day reflects what you actually care about—whether that's history, food, hidden corners, or just the feel of how locals move through the city—instead of what a standard tour assumes you should see.
Kuranda tour from Cairns: Skyrail & Scenic RailwayThis small-group Kuranda tour from Cairns combines the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway with a local guide fluent in English, Mandarin or Cantonese, limited to 10 guests. Hotel or cruise port pickup and all transport tickets are included. Your guide shares Djabugay cultural stories, Queensland railway history and tropical ecology as you travel above World Heritage Wet Tropics rainforest, explore Kuranda Village's Heritage Markets, and witness Barron Falls cascading through Barron Gorge National Park. Skyrail undergoes major renovations from 20 July to 18 August 2026; during this period, van transfer replaces the cableway portion.Is it for me?The small group size and fixed itinerary mean you move through the rainforest and village without the crowds of larger tours, and the guide's knowledge of Djabugay culture and Queensland railway history adds context that self-guided visits don't offer. Choose Cairns City Pickup if you're staying in the city or Northern beaches; select Cruise Port Pickup if you're docking at Cairns City Cruise Terminal.
Melbourne: Sports Precinct Walk & MCG Tour ComboYou’ll follow local stories along Melbourne’s Yarra River, wander through iconic stadiums like Rod Laver Arena and AAMI Park, then step inside the legendary MCG for a behind-the-scenes tour. Expect small surprises—a guide’s joke, echoes in empty stands—and leave with a sense of how sport shapes this city.
Puffing Billy Railway & Rainforest Tour from MelbourneYou get picked up from Melbourne, walk through rainforest at Grants Picnic Ground, then spend an hour on Puffing Billy with your legs dangling over open carriages as the steam train winds through the Dandenong Ranges. At Lakeside Station you explore the visitor centre and have time for lunch before returning to the city by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to experience Puffing Billy without arranging your own transport from Melbourne or figuring out the train schedule — the pickup and timing are handled, so you just show up and ride.
Whitsundays: Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven & Hill InletYou’ll board a small plane for a one-hour scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands, soaring above Whitehaven Beach’s white sand and swirling Hill Inlet before circling Heart Reef itself. Window seats mean every view is yours to keep—and your pilot shares stories along the way. Expect a few goosebumps as you spot that famous heart shape below.
Hunter Region Wine & Spirits Tasting: Half Day TourA half-day tasting tour in the Hunter Region where you visit a distillery and two cellar doors in the Lovedale and Pokolbin areas, sampling locally made spirits, premium wines and artisan chocolates paired with cheese. Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off from Nulkaba, Lovedale, Pokolbin, Cessnock or Rothbury; the tour runs morning and afternoon, with a designated driver and air-conditioned vehicle included. You're 18 or older to book.Is it for me?Book the afternoon departure if you want to start in the early evening and finish in time for dinner in the region; the morning option suits an earlier start and return to your accommodation by midday. Both tours follow the same three venues and tastings—the choice is timing.
Tasmania 4-Day Loop: Cradle Mountain, Bay of Fires & Wineglass BayYou spend four days in a small group looping Tasmania from Hobart, staying in comfortable cabins and lodges rather than hostels. You hike Cradle Mountain spotting wombats, walk the Bay of Fires beaches between orange-lichen boulders, watch Tasmanian Devils feed at a sanctuary, and climb to Wineglass Bay on the final day. Accommodation, meals, park entry, wildlife sanctuary entry and transport are all included; you just show up at pickup.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to see Tasmania's main landscapes and wildlife in one trip without arranging separate transport, park tickets and accommodation — the fixed itinerary and small group size mean you move through four distinct regions in four days without the logistics falling on you.
Brisbane River Sunset Cruise: City Lights & Cheese PlatterYou board 15 minutes early, settle in with a cheese platter and ambient music, then watch Brisbane's skyline transform from sunset gold to reflected city lights over 90 minutes on the river. The boat includes a licensed bar, coffee shop, and restroom. Seasonal timing means you depart at 5:30pm (April–September) or 6pm (October–March), returning within two hours. You leave with a souvenir map of the river.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Brisbane's transition from daylight to city lights without arranging your own transport or timing—the boat handles the schedule, and the slow pace means you're not rushing past the view.
Perth Kings Park Segway Tour: City Views & Botanic Garden RideYou’ll glide through Perth’s Kings Park on a Segway with a friendly local guide, passing landmarks like Elizabeth Quay and the Boab Tree while soaking up city views. Training is included so beginners are welcome. Expect quick laughs, fresh air, and moments where you forget you’re not walking — or maybe wish you still were.
Melbourne: Small-Group City Tour & Brighton Beach BoxesYou’ll wander Melbourne’s buzzing markets, stroll through historic arcades, and end up with sandy feet at Brighton Beach’s iconic boxes. With a small group and city hotel pickup included, you’ll get local stories alongside classic sights — plus plenty of chances to laugh at yourself trying to say “Melbourne” like a true Aussie.
Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Segway Rainforest Tour & Morning TeaYou're picked up from your Airlie Beach hotel, trained on a Segway, then guided 9km through Conway National Park rainforest along the Whitsunday Great Walk. Midway, you stop for morning tea by Impulse Creek. The tour includes all National Park fees, a professional guide, helmet, and air-conditioned transport both ways — 3.5 hours total, no separate arrangements needed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to explore Conway National Park rainforest without the physical demand of hiking 9km on foot, and you'd rather not arrange your own transport or worry about park entry — the pickup, guide, and all fees are handled for you.
Alice Springs to Uluru Shuttle: Photo Stop & Local GuideYou’ll ride from Alice Springs to Uluru by coach with a local guide sharing desert stories along the way. Expect a stop for photos at Mount Conner, time to watch endless red landscapes drift by your window, and small human moments that linger after you arrive.
Surfers Paradise: Sunset River Cruise with Snacks & BarYou’ll step aboard in Surfers Paradise just as evening falls, cruising past waterfront mansions and marinas while snacking on cheese and crackers with a drink in hand. Listen to local stories from your guide as you watch city lights flicker on across the Gold Coast Broadwater. It’s relaxed, friendly, and leaves you with that warm afterglow only a real sunset can give.
Hobart: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park Day TourYou hike to one of the world's most photographed beach lookouts, then choose to either push on to the sand or explore quieter bays nearby. The day includes park entry, a professional guide, and ends with wine and food at a winery overlooking the coast. Plan for a full day of walking — that's what makes the depth of experience possible.Is it for me?Right for active travelers with moderate to good fitness who want to spend a full day in one of Tasmania's best parks without arranging transport or park entry themselves. The day is long and involves real walking, which is what makes reaching both the lookout and the beach (if you choose) possible in a single trip.
Busselton Whale Watching: Humpback & Blue Whales with Marine BiologistYou board at Port Geographe Marina and cruise Geographe Bay with a marine biologist who explains what you're seeing as humpbacks and blue whales appear. The skipper positions the boat for the best views, and you choose between the open 360-degree top deck or the heated cabin. The tour includes all commentary and positioning; you bring warm clothes and a camera, and return when the wildlife decides the show is over.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see migrating humpbacks or blue whales without arranging your own boat or guide — the marine biologist and skipper's experience do the spotting and explaining, leaving you free to watch and photograph.
Coffin Bay: Oyster Farm Wading Tour & Fresh Tasting DeckYou’ll step into waterproof waders and walk straight into Coffin Bay’s working oyster farm alongside local farmers. Taste oysters fresh from the sea at a floating deck, try your hand at shucking (with plenty of laughs), and soak up stories about this wild coastline. If you love food with a sense of place, you’ll remember this one.
Gold Coast: Jet Ski Safari with Island Stops & Local GuideYou’ll learn to ride a jet ski with a local guide right off Gold Coast’s sandy shores, zip past islands like Crab Island and South Stradbroke, and feel that salty wind in your face. Includes all safety gear plus waterproof storage for your stuff — just show up ready for a little adrenaline (and maybe some laughs at your own expense).
Sunset Jet Ski Tour Darwin: Golden Eye Harbour ExperienceThe Golden Eye Sunset Jet Ski Tour is a 90-minute guided jet ski experience on Darwin Harbour departing at 5:15pm, where you ride the Magic Mile route from Mindil Beach to East Point and watch the sun set over the water from a jet ski. You ride double with a companion on one ski; the tour includes sunscreen, life jackets, bottled water, soda and refreshments, with an English-speaking guide leading groups of at least two riders. Minimum age is 16 and moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to photograph Darwin's sunset from the water instead of the shore—the jet ski puts you in the middle of the harbour during golden hour, and you ride double so you can share the moment with someone. The 5:15pm departure is timed to catch the light at its peak, which is what makes the Magic Mile route worth the ride.
Alice Springs Desert Park: Entry Ticket & Guide PresentationsYou’ll feel Central Australia come alive at Alice Springs Desert Park: listen as Aboriginal guides share desert stories, spot rare animals in the Nocturnal House, and catch flashes of color during the wild bird show. With self-guided entry and easy access for all ages and abilities, every path leads somewhere unexpected.
Airlie Beach Sunset Cruise & Sparkling Wine from Coral Sea MarinaYou board with a glass of sparkling wine, cruise Pioneer Bay and Turtle Bay for two hours watching the sunset over the Whitsundays, spot turtles and possibly dolphins, eat antipasto, and return to Coral Sea Marina as the town lights come on. The flat catamaran deck means you can wear heels and move freely without gripping railings.Is it for me?Book this if you want a sunset on the water without arranging your own boat or timing — the two-hour window catches the light at its best, and the flat catamaran means you can actually relax instead of holding on.
