Things to do in Australia
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Hunter Valley Wine Tasting: 3 Wineries & Gin DistilleryYou’ll taste Hunter Valley’s signature wines straight from boutique cellars, pair them with local cheese and chocolate, and enjoy a leisurely lunch overlooking vineyards. With friendly guides who know everyone by name and a comfy ride (pickup included), it’s less tour bus, more road trip with new friends—and plenty of stories along the way.
Sydney: Night Bus Tour with Opera House & Harbour ViewsYou’ll see Sydney’s skyline glow from an open-top bus, with live stories from your guide and photo stops at places like Milsons Point and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Feel the city shift after dark as you pass landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge—there’s something quietly electric about it all.
Jet Ski Darwin Harbour WWII Shipwrecks: 1-Hour TourA 1-hour jet ski tour of WWII shipwrecks in Darwin Harbour, where you pilot your own machine past the sites of Japanese bombing runs in 1942 and fishing vessels buried by Cyclone Tracey in 1974. A professional guide rides alongside, sharing the history of the sunken warships and the seabed below. Minimum age is 16; moderate fitness required.Is it for me?The one-hour ride is steady-paced, so you're not racing across the harbour — you're moving slowly enough to absorb the guide's history of each wreck site. Book this if you want to pilot your own machine and learn the stories of the wrecks as you pass them, rather than watch from a larger boat.
Private Coonawarra Wine Tour: Five Cellar Doors & LunchA private full-day wine tour of Coonawarra with pickup in a Mercedes-Benz V-Class, visiting up to five cellar doors along the terra rossa strip for tastings and winemaker conversations, plus a set menu lunch at a regional dining venue. The itinerary includes Parker Estate (known for Cabernet Sauvignon), Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Raidis, and a newly renovated cellar door, with a walk through Petticoat Lane's 19th-century cottages and a photo stop at the iconic Coonawarra Railway Siding. Drinks with lunch are at your own cost; the tour runs 6.5 hours and is not available for children under 18.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the cellar doors and the winemakers to yourselves — the private vehicle and fixed group mean the tastings stay unhurried and the conversation stays yours, which is what makes a full afternoon of five stops feel like a day instead of a checklist.
Sydney Opera House, Bondi & Manly: Private Day TourYou’ll feel Sydney’s pulse on this private day trip: walk beside the Opera House, cross Harbour Bridge with your guide’s stories ringing in your ears, dip your toes at Bondi Beach and soak up Manly’s relaxed charm. Expect laughter, salt air, unexpected details—and maybe a new favorite view you’ll remember long after you’re home.
Gold Coast: Hop On Hop Off Cruise Pass & 5 StopsYou’ll drift along Gold Coast’s waterways with a hop on hop off cruise pass, stepping off where you like — maybe Sea World or Marina Mirage — and soaking up local life from the water. The crew shares tips if you ask, and you’ll catch little details: salty air, pelicans gliding by, laughter from families onboard. It’s easygoing and lets you shape your own day.
Blue Mountains Day Tour: Zoo, Scenic World & Three SistersYou start with morning tea and the Three Sisters at Echo Point, then move through Sydney Zoo (or a nature walk, depending on your package), Scenic World's three rides and rainforest walkway, and the village of Leura. A second lookout and flexible return — bus or optional river ferry — round out the day. The Scenic World Unlimited Discovery Pass and zoo entry are included in most packages, which is what makes the full itinerary possible in one outing.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the main Blue Mountains highlights — the Three Sisters, Scenic World, and a wildlife encounter — without arranging separate transport and tickets; the three package options let you customize around whether you want the zoo or a nature walk, which is what keeps the day flexible and not overstuffed.
Cape Woolamai Cruise from San Remo: Pink Granite CliffsA one-hour sightseeing cruise from San Remo jetty to Cape Woolamai on Phillip Island, with live captain commentary, morning tea, coffee and cake included. The boat is a two-storey catamaran with both indoor and outdoor seating. You'll watch for Australian fur seals, sea eagles, gannets and albatross as the captain explains the geology and wildlife. The return to San Remo ends with the daily pelican feeding on the beach, a local fisherman's co-op event.Is it for me?The captain speaks English and narrates the entire cruise, so you follow the geology and wildlife without needing a separate guide or printed notes. This suits anyone who wants to understand what they're seeing as the boat moves, rather than standing on a cliff or beach trying to spot things on their own.
Gold Coast Parasailing & Jet Boat Combo: 400ft Tandem FlightThis combo activity pairs tandem parasailing 400 feet above Gold Coast's Broadwater with a 30-minute jet boat ride through the same waters, departing from Marina Mirage. You're harnessed in full safety gear for around 8 minutes of flight, then board a purpose-built jet boat for high-speed runs, 360-degree spins, high-speed slides and fishtailing. The full experience runs about 3 hours; a guide in English or Japanese is included, and all gear—life jacket, harness, valuables storage—is provided.Is it for me?Book this if you want two completely different water activities in one morning and don't want to coordinate separate bookings or travel between different departure points—the parasail and jet boat both leave from Marina Mirage, so the logistics stay simple.
River Murray Stargazing Tour Mannum: Telescope ViewingA small-group stargazing tour from Mannum combines a river boat cruise on the Murray with dinner and a private astronomy session at Walker Flat in the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve. The site is renowned as one of the darkest places on earth, where viewers can see up to an estimated 5,000 stars. You'll look through a telescope to view stars, constellations, planets, clusters and galaxies, and can bring your own camera and tripod for tips on night-sky photography. The tour runs 6 hours and includes an Aussie pub-style meal; drinks at dinner are your own cost.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads at a pace that works for all fitness levels, so you don't need astronomy knowledge or special preparation to follow the stargazing—just show up and look through the telescope.
McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills: Private Wine Tour & Flexible ItineraryYou’ll ride through McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills with a local guide who knows every vineyard story, tasting everything from bold Shiraz to crisp Fiano along the way. Expect relaxed lunches overlooking vineyards, spontaneous stops at rustic cellar doors, and plenty of time to chat with locals — all without worrying about driving home.
Afternoon Broome Town Tour: Beer Tasting & Sunset DrinksAn afternoon tour of Broome covering the town's pearling past, heritage sites and coastal landmarks, with tastings of locally-crafted beer and drinks and snacks at sunset on the beach. The guide picks you up from your hotel and drops you back after six hours. Entry to Sun Pictures is included; you'll visit the Japanese Cemetery, Gantheaume Point with its dinosaur footprints, Town Beach and Cable Beach.Is it for me?The six-hour afternoon pace means you're on the move through town and between sites without long stretches of walking—the guide handles the driving and the route, so you follow the story of Broome's pearling past without building the itinerary yourself.
Albany Wildlife Cruise: 4-hour Pelican & Eagle TourA four-hour wildlife and scenic cruise departing at 9am from Emu Point Boat Pens near Albany, crossing Green Island and Oyster Harbour to the Kalgan River on sheltered water. The boat returns at 1pm. Tea, coffee and a hot savoury damper are served throughout, with live English-language commentary on the bird life and wildlife you encounter — pelicans, eagles, hawks and kangaroos seen regularly in the wild.Is it for me?The sheltered-water route is what makes this cruise work for families with young children and anyone who gets queasy on open sea — you get the wildlife and the bird life without the swell.
Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs Day Trip from MelbourneA full-day activity from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs, where you soak in naturally heated mineral pools and relax across over 70 bathing experiences inside the Bath House. Transport from Melbourne, entry to the hot springs, and a local guide are included. The site sits 90 minutes south of the city and operates as Victoria's first natural hot springs day spa centre.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English, so you can follow any commentary about the site and the mineral waters comfortably. The unstructured day means you set your own pace between the pools rather than following a fixed schedule — book this if you want to soak as long as you want in whichever experiences appeal to you, without being moved along by a group itinerary.
Snorkeling Moreton Island from Brisbane: Tangalooma WrecksSnorkel the Tangalooma Wrecks on a full-day cruise from Brisbane to Moreton Island aboard a luxury catamaran, with all equipment, lunch, transfers and activities included. The boat departs at 9:30 AM from Rivergate Marina after hotel pickup from the Gold Coast; snorkeling requires no prior experience, and a naturalist guide leads a fish-feeding session with 200 species. Free island time, kayaking and beach games fill the afternoon, with wine, craft beer and frozen cocktails available at the licensed bar.Is it for me?The 11-hour day leaves room for a relaxed morning before pickup and a quiet evening after return, so it fits a single day without cutting into the rest of your schedule. Choose this cruise if you want snorkeling, lunch and island time all arranged and paid for upfront—no planning, no extra stops to negotiate, no surprises at the end.
McLaren Vale: Private Wine, Brewery & Lunch Tour with LocalYou’ll ride through McLaren Vale as if you belong there—tasting wines poured by winemakers themselves, sharing lunch under gum trees, and hearing stories only locals know. Your guide handles everything: pickup, planning stops that fit your tastes, even snapping photos so you can just relax into it all.
Richmond wine and cheese tour: Four tastings and lunchA small-group wine and cheese tour from Hobart visiting four cellar doors around Richmond Village, with guided tastings, lunch paired with wine at Puddleduck Vineyard, and a tasting of award-winning cheese at Wicked Cheese Co. The tour departs at 9:30 AM from the Tasmanian Visitor Information Centre and includes free time to walk through the village's historic streets, browse local shops and galleries, or opt for spirit tastings at the Richmond Tasting House. Maximum 13 guests; minimum age 18.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and delivers live commentary the whole day, so you follow the stories and the wine details without effort—a good fit if you want to understand what you're tasting rather than just moving through stops.
Horizontal Falls scenic flight & boat tour from DerbyA half-day tour from Derby combining a scenic seaplane flight to Horizontal Falls with a high-speed boat ride through the tidal rapids, a relaxing creek cruise, and swimming in a marine viewing platform. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the flight departs from Derby airport and the entire tour runs about 6 hours. Minimum age is 4; weight restrictions apply (maximum 120 kg per person, declared at booking).Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in Derby or nearby without a car—the hotel pickup means you don't need to arrange transport to the airport, and the seaplane departs from Derby itself, so the whole experience is built around where you already are. The 6-hour timeframe fits a free afternoon or a half-day break from a longer trip.
Private Canberra Winery Tour with Lunch: Meet the WinemakersA private Canberra winery tour runs five hours and takes you to at least three local boutique wineries where you taste wines and meet the owners and winemakers directly at the cellar door. The tour includes all tastings, lunch at one of the vineyards, pickup and drop-off within the Canberra region, and a guide who knows the local wine scene. You choose which wineries to visit or which styles of wine you prefer, and the group stays private -- no mixing with other bookings.Is it for me?If you speak English or French, this tour works as a private group. The guide tailors the wineries to your preferences, so you're not locked into a set itinerary -- that flexibility is what makes it possible to chase the specific wines or producers you actually want to meet.
Great Ocean Road 2-Day Tour: Twelve Apostles & Loch Ard GorgeA two-day guided tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne takes you through the Surf Coast on day one, with stops at waterfalls, lookouts and a memorial arch, ending overnight at Apollo Bay. Day two continues through the Green Coast and Shipwreck Coast, visiting the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge and the Grotto before the drive back to Melbourne. The guide, hotel pickup, national park fees and a dorm bed at Apollo Bay are included; accommodation upgrades and meals are separate.Is it for me?Best for small groups or solo travelers who want the full Great Ocean Road without renting a car or planning stops themselves—the guide handles the route, timing and wildlife spotting, and you're with no more than eleven people, so the pace stays relaxed and the lookouts don't feel crowded.
