Day Trips & Excursions

See the Penguin Parade and other natural treasures of Phillip Island on a full-day tour from Melbourne and St Kilda. Hand-feed kangaroos under staff supervision and learn about Australian wildlife such as koalas, wombats and wallabies at the Maru Koala and Animal Park. Sample the treats at Panny's Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, and have lunch in Tooradin. See Cape Woolabai and the Nobbies, then get ready to watch the penguins parade home around sunset. Includes a discounted entrance pass for the the Eureka Skydeck to use when you're back in Melbourne.

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast for the day on this tour around through the serene Springbrook National Park. Explore miles and miles of stunning Australian rainforest with help from your guide, a former Queensland Wildlife Ranger. Discover hidden waterfalls and animal habitats, meet the glow worms living under the unreal Natural Bridge, and take stunning photos at the Park's many lookouts including the appropriately-named Best of All Lookouts.

Visit the Huon Valley and experience the Tahune AirWalk on this day trip from Hobart. Soak up the natural beauty of the Tasmanian wilderness as you take walks through the forest and along rivers, and pass by fishing villages and other picturesque sights. At the AirWalk, stroll across a treetop walkway in the forest that stands up to 145 feet (45 meters) in the air. 

Spend a full-day exploring Penguin Island, where Western Australia's largest colony of little penguins make their home. Travel by ferry from Perth to Penguin Island and visit WA's largest Pelican colony, and see little penguins in the Discovery Centre. Watch sea lions and dolphins during a boat cruise, visit Caversham Wildlife Park to see several Australian native wildlife such as kangaroos, wallabies and koalas, and experience Australia's ranch life during a farm show, and top it off by stopping at a chocolate factory for tastings.

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This small-group, 7-hour tour of the Derwent River Valley and Coal River Valley takes off from Hobart close to port. Along the way, catch sight of Russell Falls, Mt. Field National Park, and Salmon Ponds. Choose from a visit to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary or the Zoodoo Wildlife Park, and end the day exploring the Richmond historical village, and see one of the oldest catholic churches on the continent.

Leave busy Brisbane for a full-day tour to Australia Zoo and Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Have about four hours on your own at the Australia Zoo "” made famous by Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin and one of Queensland's top attractions. Afterward, continue to Montville for a stroll about town, then into Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve for an optional guided rain forest walk. Enjoy the fresh air of themountains and learn about the plants of this subtropical zone before returning to Brisbane in the late afternoon.

Discover the many delights of the country-chic Mornington Peninsula, just an hour's drive from Melbourne. Enjoy a beach walk, admire spectacular coastal vistas, taste wine at The Cups Estate and go berry picking at a local strawberry farm. Visit the charming seaside towns of Mornington and Flinders to explore historic homes and unique shops, and savor a bakery lunch at Flinders Bakehouse Cafe. Choose to upgrade your day trip with the relaxing Peninsula Hot Springs where you will have entry to over 20 pools.

Spend a day immersed in the beauty and culture of Tropical North Queensland. Departing from Palm Cove, glide above the coastal canopy in a gondola during a ride on Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. When you arrive in the mountain village of Kuranda, choose from a variety of activities including a visit to Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, wildlife encounters at Rainforestation Nature Park and hand-feeding feathered friends at Birdworld. You'll also catch a ride on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway that winds through waterfall gorges and World Heritage-listed rain forest.

Visit two of the top attractions in Hobart on a full-day tour that includes visits to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and MONA (Museum of Old and New Art). Your tour includes transportation and entrance tickets so that you can easily experience the best of Tasmania's capital.

Leave bustling Queenstown behind for the scenic beauty of Skippers Canyon on a half-day 4WD tour of the historic gorge. An experienced guide traverses Gorge Road and follows an old mining route toward Coronet Peak and into Skippers Canyon for outstanding views over the Wakatipu Basin and the Shotover River. Enjoy short walks and stop for scrumptious morning or afternoon tea including chilled wine, cookies and homemade cheese.

Embark on a full-day adventure to the rain forest village of Kuranda and delve into the rich history of Tropical North Queensland. Travel to and from Palm Cove aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, which lets you soar through the treetops on a gondola. In Kuranda, choose from a variety of itineraries to suit your interests, such as a visit to the Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park and wildlife counters with koalas, butterflies and kangaroos.

Explore Moreton Island on a full-day tour that travels to Tangalooma Island Resort from Brisbane on a luxury ferry. Depending on the option you select, explore activities such as snorkeling at Tangalooma Wrecks, stand-up paddle-boarding, taking a beach Segway tour, or scuba diving. A luxurious morning ferry cruise to and from the resort awaits for your adventure.

This one-way coach trip to Wanaka departs Christchurch in the morning, stopping for free time in Mount Cook village along the way. Enjoy fully narrated sightseeing as you skirt Otago's Canterbury Plains, travel across Burkes Pass and the Mackenzie Basin, visit Lake Tekapo, and enjoy tea breaks in small farming townships. Marvel at the grandeur of UNESCO-listed Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, a South Island highlight of the Southern Alps. Opt for lunch and, if you'd like, take a helicopter or ski-plane flight (own expense).

Visit four boutique wineries of North Canterbury on a half-day wine-tasting tour with optional lunch. Departing Christchurch, you'll taste a quality selection of wines in the up-and-coming Waipara wine region, including stops at Pegasus Bay, Waipara Hills, Torlesse Wines and Waipara Springs. Learn from a knowledgeable guide about Waipara's unique terroir as you sip a range of superior reds and whites.

On this day trip from Adelaide, visit Victor Harbor and the McLaren Vale wine region, two of South Australia's top attractions. Swap the city for picturesque seaside villages and charming towns like Strathalbyn during a comfortable drive by coach through the Mt Lofty Ranges. You'll have two hours of free time to spend in Victor Harbor and the opportunity to go wine tasting in McLaren Vale as you learn about the area and its history from a knowledgeable guide.While in Victor Harbor you have the option to include a wildlife cruise, During the cruise be on the lookout for seals, sea lions, cormorants and petrels,

Explore the history and beauty of Grampians National Park on this full-day trip from Melbourne. Climb to the top of Boroka Lookout and other natural vista points for sweeping valley views, and bushwalk through the parklands to explore diverse habitats and spot local wildlife such as kangaroos. Learn about the area's original inhabitants with a visit to Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and admire the cascading rush of waterfalls.

Explore the wild landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day tour from Cairns. Cruise around the Lake Barrine crater lake, spot native wildlife the UNESCO-listed wet tropics rainforest, and tour the magnificent Paronella Park. Along the way, see natural wonders like the Curtain Fig Tree, and take a swim beneath Millaa Millaa Falls. Enjoy your choice between three itinerary options for the day.

The vineyards, orchards, and farmlands of the Mornington Peninsula are the gastronomic playground of Melbourne's foodies and this full-day tour checks all the boxes for food and wine lovers. Visit a dairy farm, orchard, and chocolatier to taste delicious regional delicacies; enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local restaurant; and indulge in expert-led tastings at up to three wineries, then cap it all off with a visit to the Eureka Skydeck, Melbourne's highest observation deck.

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