Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Victoria

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Victoria for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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'56 Chevrolet 6-hr Yarra Valley Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

'56 Chevrolet 6-hr Yarra Valley Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)

Travel the Yarra Valley in a restored 1956 Chevrolet with up to three companions on this six-hour private tour from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Your driver curates stops based on your preferences—whether that's winery visits, craft breweries, local galleries, or village shops. The route combines freeway stretches with quiet country backroads lined with farmland and bushland, giving you both pace and scenery in equal measure.

6 hoursfrom AUD $972
Scenic Private Yarra Valley Wine Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Scenic Private Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Spend eight hours exploring the Yarra Valley's vineyards on a private tour tailored to your tastes. Visit a mix of established and boutique wineries, taste wines at two properties, and enjoy a leisurely lunch surrounded by rolling vineyard views. Your driver selects venues based on what interests you most—whether you're after cool-climate Pinots, cellar door experiences, or family-friendly estates.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2699
Great Ocean Road Medium Size Group Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Great Ocean Road Medium Size Group Tour

Spend 11 hours exploring Australia's most dramatic coastline with a small group of up to 24 travellers. This Great Ocean Road tour combines forest walks, coastal views and native wildlife spotting in a single day. You'll travel in a climate-controlled coach, stopping at key lookouts and natural attractions that make this stretch of Victoria's coast unmissable. Designed for all fitness levels, it's an efficient way to tick off the highlights without needing your own car.

11 hoursfrom AUD $168
Private 12 Apostles Express Tour - Shorter
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private 12 Apostles Express Tour - Shorter

This eight-hour private tour takes you straight to Victoria's most iconic coastal formations—the 12 Apostles and Lord Ard Gorge—via inland routes. Ideal for cruise passengers or those with limited time, you'll travel in a luxury Mercedes minivan with an experienced driver. The itinerary can be adjusted to include [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) highlights like St Kilda Pier, the Brighton Beach bathing boxes, or the MCG, depending on your interests.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1320
[Private Tour] “Penguin Parade” Phillip Island Tour.
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

[Private Tour] “Penguin Parade” Phillip Island Tour.

Spend a full day on Phillip Island watching little penguins return to shore at dusk, often in groups of up to a thousand. You'll also explore Churchill Island's working farm with sheep dog displays and shearing demonstrations, plus visit a wildlife park where you can hand-feed wallabies, echidnas, reptiles and native birds. Your private guide tailors the pace to your interests, whether that's farm history, flower gardens or animal encounters. Transport, park entry and premium penguin seating included.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $990
Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience

Catch the Australian Open in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with a guide who knows the circuit inside out. This 5-hour tour gives you an all-day ground pass to roam the courts, watch elite tennis players, and pick up the inside stories of how the tournament shaped Australian sporting culture. Small groups of no more than 15 mean you'll actually hear your guide over the crowd.

5 hoursfrom AUD $150
Luxury Private 90min Wine and Cheese Yarra River Cruise
★ 5.0 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Luxury Private 90min Wine and Cheese Yarra River Cruise

Charter a private boat on the Yarra River with your own skipper for 90 minutes of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s riverside scenery. Depart from Docklands with a bottle of Australian wine and a curated cheese board, taking in the city's waterfront landmarks at your own pace. Perfect for couples, small groups, or anyone after an intimate waterside experience without the crowds.

1h 30mfrom AUD $440
Melbourne Airport Transfer with Meet and Greet Service
★ 5.0 (5)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Melbourne Airport Transfer with Meet and Greet Service

Skip the taxi queue and ride straight from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Airport to your accommodation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. This meet-and-greet service handles groups of up to three passengers, with your driver waiting at an agreed point to whisk you away without detours or shared stops. One-way transfer includes luggage help, onboard Wi-Fi, phone charging, and parking covered. Journey takes 30–45 minutes depending on destination.

30 min – 45 minfrom AUD $150
Melbourne (St Kilda) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne (St Kilda) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Work through riddle-based challenges across St Kilda's best spots on this self-guided smartphone tour, taking roughly two hours at your own rhythm. You'll navigate between landmarks by solving clues and puzzles that reveal neighbourhood history and quirky details along the way. The Explorial app handles navigation and keeps score as you tick off each location, blending the puzzle-solving rush of a treasure hunt with genuine sightseeing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $18
Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown
★ 5.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown

Trace [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Chinatown through two centuries of underworld intrigue, from the 1850s gold rush onwards. Your guide draws directly from archival police records—15 years of research—to unpack the smuggling networks, illegal gambling dens, and protection rackets that shaped this neighbourhood. You'll walk streets where extortion and gang violence played out in plain sight, while authorities turned a blind eye. The included booklet features mugshots, confiscated artefacts, and hand-drawn crime maps that bring these stories into sharp focus.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50
Private Express Experience - 12 Apostles
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Express Experience - 12 Apostles

Skip the lengthy coastal drive and head straight to Port Campbell National Park on this nine-hour private tour. You'll see the 12 Apostles' dramatic limestone stacks, explore Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps, then wander Port Campbell's quiet seaside streets. Your guide shares the region's history and local stories throughout. Morning or afternoon tea included, plus air-conditioned transport and water.

9 hoursfrom AUD $725
Melbourne Sports Precinct Walk with Behind-the-Scenes MCG Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Melbourne Sports Precinct Walk with Behind-the-Scenes MCG Tour

Trace [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s sporting heartland on foot, starting with a behind-the-scenes MCG tour that takes you into change rooms and onto the hallowed turf. This 3.5-hour walk connects the city's major stadiums—home to tennis, rugby league, football, and Australian Rules—while weaving along the Yarra River past statues and rowing clubs. You'll see where fierce rivalries are played out and understand why sport runs through Melbourne's veins.

3h 30mfrom AUD $150
Melbourne Art, History, Wine & Food Walking Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Melbourne Art, History, Wine & Food Walking Tour

This two-hour walking tour threads through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s laneway network, stopping at six street-art installations whilst hearing historical anecdotes from your guide. You'll then settle into a heritage wine bar with dark timber and worn leather, where you'll taste three wines from both established and emerging regions, paired with Portuguese-style small plates. Small groups of up to six keep the pace intimate and the conversation flowing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $129
Private Three Day Great Ocean Road Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Three Day Great Ocean Road Tour

A three-day private tour of Victoria's Great Ocean Road with your own driver and guide, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 10am. You'll explore the limestone cliffs and coastal scenery from Apollo Bay as your base, including the 12 Apostles rock formations and Great Otway National Park. The extended timeframe lets you tackle forest walks and quieter stretches beyond the standard stops, returning to Melbourne around 4pm on day three.

3 daysfrom AUD $1300
Melbourne Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
★ 5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Melbourne Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

A three-hour guided walk through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s laneways with a local who knows where to eat. You'll hit Degraves Street's graffiti-splashed corners, nose around Block Arcade for proper meat pies, and track down Japanese pastries at Emporium Melbourne. The tour bends to what you actually fancy—your guide adjusts on the fly. It's just you and them, no group shuffle. Available in Spanish, English, French, or Italian.

3 hoursfrom AUD $125
Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour

This 12-hour private tour from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) traces one of Australia's most celebrated coastal routes, stopping at the Twelve Apostles, Memorial Arch, Kennett River for wildlife spotting, and Split Point Lighthouse. You'll explore Loch Ard Gorge's dramatic rock formations, spend time in the coastal village of Apollo Bay, and get countless vantage points for photography. Your guide shares local knowledge while you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a group of up to 11 people. All entrance fees and parking are covered; bring your own lunch or eat in Apollo Bay.

12 hoursfrom AUD $270
Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour

Pair granite peaks and penguin colonies in a single day across Victoria's coast. This 12.5-hour private tour starts at Wilson's Promontory—hiking through fern-lined forest to Mt Bishop for lunch with panoramic views—then shifts south to Phillip Island for the evening penguin return. You'll travel in a Mercedes with a knowledgeable driver who handles logistics, leaving you free to absorb the landscape and wildlife.

12h 30mfrom AUD $1197
Fruit Picking & Nature Private Tour Yarra Valley & Warburton
★ 5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Fruit Picking & Nature Private Tour Yarra Valley & Warburton

A seven-hour private tour through Victoria's Yarra Valley and Warburton region, designed for groups up to seven people. You'll ride a tractor through working orchards to hand-pick seasonal fruit, explore the cool temperate rainforest with its towering mountain ash trees and fern gullies, and wander Warburton village on the riverbank. Your guide handles logistics while you soak in the landscape—rolling farmland, dense forest, and mountain views dominate the day.

7 hoursfrom AUD $490
Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour
★ 5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour

Skip the coastal queues with a reverse route through Victoria's Great Ocean Road. Departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) early, you'll head inland first, arriving at Lorne, Apollo Bay, and Bells Beach when others are still stuck in traffic. After lunch at a local spot, push on to Port Campbell National Park to walk amongst the Twelve Apostles or upgrade to a helicopter sweep for a different perspective. Eight to twelve hours, fully flexible to your rhythm and interests. Hotel pickup included.

8 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1987
Port Phillip Bay Snorkeling with Sea Dragons
★ 5.0 (4)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Port Phillip Bay Snorkeling with Sea Dragons

Slip into Port Phillip Bay off Portsea for a two-hour snorkel where weedy sea dragons drift through shallow reefs. This guided session suits everyone from nervous first-timers to seasoned divers—support gear like life jackets and pool noodles keeps less confident swimmers comfortable. Your guide handles kit and navigation whilst you focus on spotting local marine life in one of Australia's unique cold-water habitats.

2 hoursfrom AUD $120
[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip
★ 5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip

Skip the coastal drive and head straight to the dramatic rock formations of the Twelve Apostles in a private vehicle. This 7.5-hour tour cuts through inland routes to maximise time at Port Campbell National Park's best viewpoints, avoiding crowds and lengthy transfers. Your experienced driver handles all navigation while you soak in the limestone cliffs and Southern Ocean views. Customisable to suit your pace and interests.

7h 30mfrom AUD $1350
Half Day Living Legends tour with Devonshire Tea
★ 5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Half Day Living Legends tour with Devonshire Tea

Meet retired champions at this working horse sanctuary in Australia, where former racehorses spend their final years in dedicated care. Over four and a half hours, you'll walk the grounds, hand-feed beloved veterans like Brew and Almandin, and learn how the facility supports equine health research and geriatric horse management. Finish with freshly baked scones, cream and jam, paired with tea or coffee.

4h 30mfrom AUD $215
Foodie’s Guide to Footscray: Private Food Tour in Melbourne
★ 5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Foodie’s Guide to Footscray: Private Food Tour in Melbourne

Explore Footscray's multicultural food landscape on a 2.5-hour private tour with a local guide who knows where the best bites happen. You'll navigate Vietnamese banh mi stalls, an Ethiopian café pouring traditionally brewed coffee, and a family-run Sicilian bakery famous for its cannoli, while picking up insider knowledge about what makes this [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) neighbourhood tick. A hands-on introduction to how food weaves communities together.

2h 30mfrom AUD $95
Dumpling Making Party
★ 5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Dumpling Making Party

Roll up your sleeves for a two-hour dumpling workshop in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) where you'll master the craft from scratch. Start with dough-making fundamentals, then move through shaping techniques across Japanese, Vietnamese and Chinese styles. You'll work with pork, chicken, beef or vegetarian fillings, picking up practical tips on ingredient ratios and texture along the way. The session wraps with tasting your creations alongside other batches in a relaxed small-group setting.

2 hoursfrom AUD $139
Healesville e-Ride, Bar Hop and Dinner eXperience
★ 5.0 (4)
Australia

Healesville e-Ride, Bar Hop and Dinner eXperience

6 hoursfrom AUD $275
Private Snow Tour From Melbourne - Up to 14 Travellers
★ 5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Snow Tour From Melbourne - Up to 14 Travellers

Escape [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s urban sprawl for a private alpine adventure into Victoria's snow country. Your own driver navigates you to Mt Buller, Mt Hotham, or Lake Mountain—whichever suits your group's appetite for winter play or serious slopes. Ten to fifteen hours of mountain time, from your doorstep to the peaks and back, tailored to your pace. Up to fourteen of you fit comfortably in the van; families, mates, whoever wants the day.

10 hours – 15 hoursfrom AUD $1486
Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences
★ 5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences

Navigate [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s hidden laneways and arcades to taste your way through the city's best-kept culinary secrets. Over three hours, you'll work with expert baristas to understand Melbourne's distinctive coffee culture, sample carefully selected European and Australian wines at a respected bar, and graze on produce from local artisan makers. This is a private group experience tailored to your pace, revealing the restaurants, roasters, and retailers tucked behind unmarked doors and narrow passages.

3 hoursfrom AUD $230
Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)
★ 5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)

A 12-hour private exploration of Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing directly from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Cruise Ship Terminal. You'll travel over 500 kilometres through Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, stopping at iconic landmarks including the 12 Apostles and Apollo Bay township. This tour suits cruise passengers with tight turnaround schedules, though expect 8–9 hours of driving time.

12 hoursfrom AUD $580
Private custom 4 Hour Walking Tour of Melbourne's Highlights
★ 5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private custom 4 Hour Walking Tour of Melbourne's Highlights

A four-hour private walking tour through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s inner streets, led by a local guide who navigates you past Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, and lanes layered with street art. You'll duck into heritage arcades, hear stories spanning the Gold Rush through to today's creative scene, and ride a free tram as part of the route. The guide shapes the itinerary to your pace and interests, with a complimentary hot drink included. Small groups (max 8) mean actual conversation rather than herded crowds.

4 hoursfrom AUD $250
South Melbourne Market Foodie Tour
★ 5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

South Melbourne Market Foodie Tour

Spend 90 minutes navigating South [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Market with a knowledgeable local guide who connects you directly with the traders behind the stalls. Founded in 1867, this inner-city hub stocks some of Melbourne's finest seafood, produce and artisan goods. You'll taste your way through a patisserie, chocolatier, cheese shop, oyster bar and Spanish bodega, picking up shopping wisdom and kitchen techniques along the way.

1h 30mfrom AUD $119
Whale Watching Cruise from Tidal River
★ 5.0 (4)
Australia

Whale Watching Cruise from Tidal River

2h 30mfrom AUD $175
Private Great Ocean Road Day Extended Tour With Early Departure (13 Hours)
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Great Ocean Road Day Extended Tour With Early Departure (13 Hours)

Beat the tour buses on this private 13-hour sweep of the Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 6:30am and returning by 7:30pm. Your dedicated local guide takes only your group along the Shipwreck Coast, stopping longer at each rock formation and limestone stack than standard itineraries allow. You'll spot kangaroos, koalas and native birds in their habitat, with extra photo opportunities built into a route that covers over 500 kilometres.

13 hoursfrom AUD $550
Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Navigate Australia's Great Ocean Road at your own tempo with this downloadable audio guide. Over 6–7 hours, you'll encounter the striking 12 Apostles rock formations, explore Loch Ard Gorge's maritime history, and visit Cape Otway Lighthouse through rainforest. The app-based tour delivers pre-recorded commentary tied to your GPS location, working offline after download. One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle; lifetime access means you can revisit the route whenever you return.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $24
Melbourne Shore Excursion: Private City Tour 5 Hours
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne Shore Excursion: Private City Tour 5 Hours

This five-hour private tour covers [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s cultural and architectural highlights by air-conditioned minivan, departing from your cruise terminal or hotel. Navigate the city's famous laneways with their street art, explore the ornate Block Arcade and Royal Arcade, and visit significant landmarks including the Shrine of Remembrance, Parliament House, and the Old Treasury Building. You'll also see the iconic Brighton Beach Boxes and wander through Toorak's leafy streets lined with grand period homes. Your driver-guide handles all navigation, and bottled water is provided throughout.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1250
Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour Tour)
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour Tour)

This 9-hour private tour covers the western stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to explore the dramatic coastline between Aireys Inlet and Apollo Bay before cutting back inland through the forested townships of Forrest and Beech Forest. Your dedicated driver and guide navigate the winding coastal roads with expert local knowledge, stopping at viewpoints and hidden gems along the way. Note: this express route skips the 12 Apostles rock formations—opt for a full-day tour if those are essential to your itinerary.

9 hoursfrom AUD $500
Private Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
★ 5.0 (3)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour

This 9-hour private tour takes you to Phillip Island to watch little penguins return to shore at dusk, a nightly ritual you won't forget. You'll spend time at the Koala Conservation Centre, spot fur seals along the rugged coastline, and finish with a two-course dinner. Your own guide handles transport from your hotel, giving you flexibility to move at your own pace across this wild corner of Victoria.

9 hoursfrom AUD $990
Private Melbourne City Sights - Morning Tour
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Melbourne City Sights - Morning Tour

Discover [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s character across four hours with a private guide navigating the city's Victorian streetscapes, hidden laneways and thriving creative quarters. You'll move through neighbourhoods that reveal how this Australian city balances heritage architecture with contemporary art, design and hospitality scenes. Hotel pickups and drop-offs bracket the experience, with your guide offering insider context on what animates the streets and shapes the local culture.

4 hoursfrom AUD $419
Great Ocean Road Sunset Private Experience
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Great Ocean Road Sunset Private Experience

Drive the full 240-kilometre stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road in a private vehicle, timing your journey to catch the sunset at the Twelve Apostles. Your guide navigates you through coastal towns like Lorne and Torquay, the Otway Ranges rainforest, and the dramatic Shipwreck Coast, sharing stories and history along the way. Stop where you want, linger as long as you like, and watch the limestone stacks glow as daylight fades. Twelve to thirteen hours total.

12 hours – 13 hoursfrom AUD $875
[Private Tour] Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife & Puffing Billy Steam Train
★ 5.0 (3)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

[Private Tour] Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife & Puffing Billy Steam Train

This eight-hour private tour combines two of Victoria's standout attractions. Start at Healesville Sanctuary, a native wildlife park nestled at the base of the Great Dividing Range, where you'll encounter koalas, kangaroos, platypuses and lesser-known species in their natural setting. Then head to the Dandenong Mountains for a ride aboard Puffing Billy, a restored steam train that threads through mountain ranges, temperate rainforest and fern gullies, staffed by costumed guides evoking the early 1900s. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $700
Private E-Bike Tour with Local Guide
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private E-Bike Tour with Local Guide

Explore [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at your own pace on a guided e-bike tour led by someone who knows the city's corners. You'll roll through neighbourhoods, past landmarks and cultural hotspots, covering ground comfortably without the sweat. The motor handles the hills; you handle the scenery. Tours run 2–4 hours depending on your interests, and the bikes suit anyone from casual riders to fitness enthusiasts.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $200
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