Tours and Trips in Australia

Get an overview of this small city without the risk of getting lost, on a small-group cycle tour. Your guide will take you past must-see sites like the Darwin Waterfront, Botanical Gardens, and more, while telling you about the city's history. The intensity of the ride can be adjusted to suit your group's needs, and there will be plenty of rest and photography stops, if you need them.

Travel with a small-group tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and other wildlife highlights of Victoria. Your full-day tour stops at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to meet Australian natives such as koalas and wallabies. Head to Churchill Island to visit a historic farm and the Koala Conservation Centre, then go to see the dramatic Cape Woolamai surf beach and the Nobbies boardwalk where you can enjoy the views of the rugged South Coast.

Step back in time and get a taste of 19th-century life in outback Australia on this full-day tour from Melbourne. Start with a visit to one of Victoria's oldest sheep stations, where you can tour the heritage farm, watch a sheep shearing demonstration and indulge in morning tea with the farmers. Then, relive the excitement of the 1850's gold rush with a visit to the gold mining town of Sovereign Hill, an open-air museum where you can pan for gold, tour a mineshaft and explore the historic streets in a horse-drawn carriage.

Discover Australia's dark past and learn the truths of its fascinating convict history on this full-day tour to Port Arthur from Hobart. Get a glimpse into 19th-century Tasmania at Port Arthur, with a guided walking tour and a harbor cruise around the UNESCO-listed penal settlement. Next, follow the notorious Tasmania Convict Trail, stopping at historic towns like Doo Town and Richmond, home to Australia's first convict-built bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Enjoy an in-depth experience of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia on a full-day tour from Brisbane to Springbrook National Park. Your expert guide shows you examples of subtropical and temperate rainforest, stopping at stunning lookout points and cascading waterfalls. Sit down for a picnic lunch at Purlingbrook Falls, take a refreshing dip in natural freshwater pools and see the foliage up close on nature walks. This small-group tour is limited to 15 participants to ensure a more personalized experience.

Book your ticket to a world-class performance at the Sydney Opera House, known for its traditional performing arts but also a popular venue for more experimental forms. You will have access to one of best available seats for one of the many shows created by the flagship resident companies performing at the Sydney Opera House.

See the towering waterfalls, ancient rain forest, and natural beauty of Springbrook National Park on a half-day tour from the Gold Coast. Experience the forest up close on a moderate hike to Purling Brook Falls, and soak in views of the Gold Coast Hinterland from lookouts along Springbrook Scenic Rim. Your tour includes morning tea, and hotel pickup and drop-off from the Gold Coast.

Dig deeper into Sydney's dark history and multi-cultural heritage on this 3-hour walking tour of the city's best bits. Learn about Sydney's Aboriginal roots, convict past and colonial history as you follow your guide around Circular Quay, The Rocks and Sydney Harbour. Stop along the way to admire landmark buildings like the Customs House, Parliament House and St Mary's Cathedral; stroll around Hyde Park; and snap photos of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Tower.

Enjoy a stylish sojourn in the Southern Highlands with this full-day wine tasting tour, including hotel pick-up. Travel by luxury Mercedes Benz, stopping along the way for expert-led tours and tastings at up to five of the region's most prestigious wineries (depending on option selected). Finally, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (included), paired with fine regional wines.

For sports lovers, Melbourne is hard to beat. With so many major stadiums packed into one metropolis, there's always a game on and excitement in the air. Get an insider's look into the city's athletic obsession with a behind-the-scenes tour of several of its famed venues. Visit the site of the Melbourne Cup horserace at Flemington Racecourse and cruise around the Grand Prix Circuit at Albert Park. For more, upgrade to one of three different options to explore the Melbourne home of your favorite sports.

From the summit of Mt. Wellington to the peak of a swinging bridge over the rain forest, this small-group tour is filled with views of the Tasmanian wilderness. Learn about the local culture and ecosystem from a guide with extensive knowledge about the area as you travel along the shores of Derwent River, past the historic buildings of Salamanca Place, and down the scenic coastal route into Huon Valley en route to popular attractions such as the Tahune Forest AirWalk. Choose between a 6-hour tour and an 8-hour tour, which includes an additional stop at a wildlife sanctuary of your choosing.

Discover the dark side of Australia's Gold Coast, away from the sun-soaked beaches and endless surf, on a 1.5-hour evening ghost tour - if you dare! Take a spine-chilling tour and hear tales of ghosts, ghouls and haunted houses. Brave a night tour of the creepy Southport Cemetery.

Travel with a knowledgeable local guide to the charming fishing village of Stanley, which sits next to the large rocky plateau known as The Nut. The Nut rises 500 feet (152 meters) above the ocean and offers sweeping views over the Bass Straits and Tasmanian coast. Take a chairlift up to the top, or hike up if you enjoy the challenge. You'll also see Stanley's many historic buildings and learn about the region from your informative guide on this full-day tour from Devonport, Ulverstone or Burnie. Group size is limited to seven, ensuring an intimate experience.

Greet the day with a relaxing morning cruise in Sydney Harbour, complete with tea. Traveling in a motorized yacht with a small group of no more than 16 people, listen to the captain's narration as you glide past famous harbour sights like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, shoreline villages, and scenic bays. Sip tea, coffee, or juice along the way, and be back at Circular Quay in time for lunch.

Combine visits to Mount Wellington and the Tahune AirWalk on this 6-hour shore excursion from Hobart. Other stops include the Derwent River, Salamanca Palace, Battery Point, the Channel Heritage Center, and the Shot Tower. This small-group tour includes round-trip port transportation.

Enjoy the ultimate small-group tour of Sydney, including a city sightseeing tour by minivan and a harbor cruise on Sydney Harbour. Travel with a small group limited to 16 participants and see highlights such as The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi Beach. See the best of Sydney by land and water on this deluxe tour.

Please note: This product is specifically designed for land-based customers when making a booking. Cruise Ship passengers should access product 13015P26, which is the identical itinerary, but provides for instantaneous confirmation, different departure time and pick-up instructions.Take in the views from Mount Wellington, hand-feed a kangaroo and journey through the Coal River Valley on this 5-hour tour from Hobart. Admire the historic buildings along Salamanca Place and Battery Point; climb to the 4,167-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt Wellington for spectacular views over Hobart; then enjoy a close encounter with wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Finally, follow the scenic Coal River to the heritage town of Richmond to discover the secrets of Tasmania's convict history. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour that combines three South East Tasmania attractions. Get epic views and photo ops from Rosny Lookout, visit Federation Chocolate and enjoy oyster tastings at Bangor. Finally, visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo to see Tasmania's most famous wild residents up close. Listen to tailored commentary from your guide as you travel at your own pace.

See Sydney highlights from the water with this scenic Harbour tour. Over the course of 3 hours, you'll cruise from Darling Harbour past landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. See Watsons Bay, penguins, North Head Quarantine Station, and lovely waterside homes. Stop at local beaches to swim and explore before your return to Darling Harbour.

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour from Cairns that visits two attractions located to the south of the city: Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Stroll around the elegant grounds of Paronella Park and see the beautiful gardens and the ruins of the Spanish Castle. Stop in Mena Creek for lunch, then experience the rain forest of Australia up close at Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience, with round-trip transport from Cairns or the Northern Beaches.