Hand-picked tours across Victoria
Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.

Great Ocean Road Sunset Private Experience
Drive the full 240-kilometre Great Ocean Road in Victoria on a 12–13 hour private tour timed to catch the sunset at the 12 Apostles. You'll pass through seaside towns like Lorne and Torquay, wind through the Otway Ranges rainforest, explore the dramatic Shipwreck Coast, and finish at iconic rock formations including Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps. Your guide shares local history and tales throughout, and you can shape the day's stops to suit your interests.
![[Private Tour] Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife & Puffing Billy Steam Train](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0a/d2/c5/01.jpg)
[Private Tour] Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife & Puffing Billy Steam Train
Spend a full day exploring two of Victoria's wildlife and heritage highlights. Begin at Healesville Sanctuary, a sprawling native reserve nestled at the foot of the Great Dividing Range, where you'll encounter koalas, kangaroos, platypuses and lesser-known species roaming through authentic bushland. After lunch, venture into the Dandenong Mountains for a ride aboard Puffing Billy, a lovingly restored steam train that chugs through mountain ranges, temperate rainforest and fern gullies whilst costumed staff recreate early 1900s rail travel. Your private driver navigates the day at your pace.

12 Apostles and Otway Fly Zipline Day Trip from Melbourne
This 13.5-hour loop from Melbourne pairs two of Victoria's most distinctive experiences: sunrise-soaked cliffs and forest canopy thrills. You'll start at the 12 Apostles limestone stacks on the Great Ocean Road, then spend your afternoon zipping between old-growth trees on the Otway Fly course. Entry fees and hotel transfers are sorted; bring your own lunch.

Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences
Duck through Melbourne's hidden laneways to taste your way through the city's best-kept food and drink secrets. Over three hours, you'll navigate arcade passages and cobblestone alleys with a local guide, sampling signature espresso from renowned baristas, curated wines from a respected European-focused bar, and artisan bites from acclaimed producers. It's a private group experience that peels back the unremarkable façades to reveal what locals actually drink and eat.

Guided Tour of Melbourne's Iconic State Library
Arrive before opening time for an hour-long exploration of State Library Victoria's architectural treasures and lesser-known corners. You'll access the soaring Dome in relative solitude, descend into the subterranean spaces, browse original card catalogues, and learn the dark history linking the library's founder to notorious bushranger Ned Kelly. A chance to experience one of Melbourne's grandest civic buildings on your own terms, guided by someone who knows where the quiet spots are.

Melbourne Tours Walk the Yarra & Historic Boathouse Lunch
Walk the Yarra River's parklands just 15 minutes from Melbourne's CBD on this three-to-four-hour guided ramble through local-favourite trails. You'll track the river's layered history—from First Nations significance at Dights Falls to the restored Boathouse—while spotting one of Australia's largest flying fox colonies roosting overhead. The route threads through Yarra Bend Park's quieter corners, revealing what residents know but most visitors miss.

Yarra River Twilight Waterbike Tour
Pedal across the Yarra River at dusk on a waterbike—a hybrid craft that sits lower than kayaks, keeping you closer to the water without getting wet. This 90-minute Melbourne tour glides past the city's skyline as it shifts into evening light, framed by both modern architecture and riverside vegetation. The pedal-powered vessels produce zero emissions and run nearly silent, letting you notice the river's soundscape as well as its reflections.

Essential Melbourne Sightseeing Tour
A three-hour walking tour through Melbourne's streets and laneways with a local guide who shares the city's layered history, sporting obsessions, and food culture. You'll move between iconic landmarks like Flinders Street Station and Federation Square, duck into heritage arcades, spot street art, and pause for coffee at a neighbourhood favourite. The pace mixes major sights with lesser-known corners—the kind of spots locals actually frequent.

Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Drive Victoria's Great Ocean Road at your own rhythm with GPS-guided audio narration downloaded to your phone. This 6–7 hour self-paced route takes you past the dramatic 12 Apostles rock formations, through Loch Ard Gorge's shipwreck heritage, and inland to Cape Otway Lighthouse via rainforest. The app plays stories about coastal geology and maritime history as you navigate stop-to-stop, pausing whenever you wish. One purchase covers everyone in the car; lifetime access means you can revisit the route on future trips.

Jewish Scene in Melbourne- ideal shore excursion with a local.
A private six-hour guided tour of Melbourne's Jewish quarter led by a knowledgeable local resident. You'll explore the city's historic Jewish landmarks, including the oldest synagogue, visit the Bagel Belt neighbourhood where New York-style boiled bagels are made fresh, meet local rabbis if you choose, and discover kosher suppliers and restaurants. The pace is unhurried and customisable to your interests, with surprise detours to catch what's happening across Melbourne that day. Concludes with bagels and return transport to your port or hotel.

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour
Clock Melbourne's transformation at daybreak on this 8km run starting from Federation Square at 7:00 am. You'll track past sporting landmarks, climb the Tan Track's Anderson Street hill, pause at the Shrine of Remembrance for views across the city, then follow the Yarra River to finish. A guide shares local histories and myths while a photographer captures your journey, concluding with coffee at a riverside café. Suits all running levels, maximum 10 people.

Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour
A private eight to twelve-hour drive along Victoria's dramatic southern coastline, starting from Melbourne hotels. The route reverses the typical direction, heading inland first to beat crowds at the Twelve Apostles and other landmarks. You'll visit Lorne and Apollo Bay, break for lunch at a local café, then explore Port Campbell National Park's towering rock formations on foot or by helicopter. The itinerary bends to your schedule and interests.

Private Helicopter Tour to 12 Apostles & Great Ocean Road
A 4-hour private helicopter tour departing Essendon Airport that traces Victoria's southwestern coastline, sweeping past the Surf Coast's best beaches—Bells Beach, Lorne, Wye River—before touching down at the 12 Apostles Heliport. Spend up to two hours exploring the limestone stacks and coastal vistas on foot, then return airborne for an aerial perspective of these dramatic rock formations before heading inland toward home.

Private Mornington Peninsula Hike and Hot Springs Tour
![[PRIVATE TOUR] Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs | Winery & Sightseeing Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/0a/d3/bd/bf.jpg)
[PRIVATE TOUR] Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs | Winery & Sightseeing Tour
Your private driver takes you through the Mornington Peninsula, an hour south of Melbourne, to sample cool-climate wines and thermal pools. Over eight hours, you'll visit two acclaimed estates, enjoy a two-course lunch featuring local ingredients, then soak in naturally heated mineral pools surrounded by native bushland. The day balances tasting-room time with outdoor relaxation, ideal for wine drinkers and those seeking genuine downtime away from the city.

South Melbourne Market Foodie Tour
Explore South Melbourne Market's 150-year legacy on a 90-minute guided tour through one of Melbourne's most vibrant food destinations. You'll meet the traders behind the counter—from oyster shuckers to chocolatiers—and taste your way through seasonal offerings, artisan techniques and shopping wisdom. A local guide steers you past the obvious stalls to discover how this working market actually operates, with tastings included at six different food specialists.

Bendigo Premium Balloon Flight
Rise before dawn with BalloonMan for a three-hour hot air balloon flight over Bendigo, Victoria. You'll drift silently above the city as morning light breaks across heritage buildings, parkland, and Lake Weeroona. The experienced crew handles all safety protocols whilst you take in panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and iconic landmarks from a perspective few get to experience. Land to champagne and breakfast, with complimentary photos and video to take home.

Melbourne Shore Excursion: Private City Tour 5 Hours
This 5-hour private tour guides you through Melbourne's most distinctive neighbourhoods and landmarks, departing from your hotel or cruise terminal. You'll see the colourful beach boxes at Brighton, pay respects at the Shrine of Remembrance, explore Toorak's grand Victorian homes, and tour Parliament House and the Old Treasury Building. The heart of the experience lies in wandering Melbourne's famous laneways—narrow passages lined with ever-changing street art, independent shops, and hidden bars—before finishing at the historic arcades that blend period architecture with contemporary retail.

Private Great Ocean Road Day Extended Tour With Early Departure (13 Hours)
Beat the queues on Victoria's most iconic coastal drive with a 13-hour private tour departing your Melbourne hotel at 6:30am. You'll have your own local guide and vehicle for the day, hitting the Shipwreck Coast's standout rock formations with fewer tourists around. The early start and late return (7:30pm) mean more time at each stop and a genuine chance to spot native wildlife in the bush between main attractions.

Full-Day Private Group Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
A 12-hour private group tour along Victoria's Great Ocean Road, where the bitumen hugs dramatic clifftops and descends into sheltered coves. You'll wind through temperate rainforest, cross river mouths, and pull up at some of Australia's most striking coastal formations. The route stacks vertigo-inducing views with beach walks and forest pockets, all at a pace that suits your group's rhythm. Bottled water and hot drinks included.

Small group Great Ocean Road Reverse & Wildlife spotting
This 12-hour small-group tour reverses the typical Great Ocean Road route, letting you reach the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge while crowds are still elsewhere. You'll start early from Melbourne with a cooked breakfast, then travel in an air-conditioned coach to spot kangaroos at Anglesea in the late afternoon when they're most active. With a maximum of 12 people, you'll experience the Southern Ocean's morning calm before heading back to the city by evening.

3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Split three days between Victoria's most photogenic coastline and inland ranges, travelling the Great Ocean Road before heading into the Grampians. You'll stay in small groups of eight, sleeping in villa accommodation with views across ocean or mountains. The itinerary pairs the dramatic cliff-and-beach scenery of the coast—where shipwreck stories are told with period artefacts—against the quieter mountain environment, where Aboriginal rock art and walking trails dominate. Breakfast and dinner included at selected venues.
![[PRIVATE TOUR] Yarra Valley Winery | Day Tour](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/09/c7/81/68.jpg)
[PRIVATE TOUR] Yarra Valley Winery | Day Tour
Spend eight hours exploring Victoria's Yarra Valley with a private driver tailored to your preferences. Based an hour north of Melbourne, this region delivers mountain backdrops, rolling vineyards, and a working mix of wineries, breweries, a distillery, dairy producer, and chocolate maker. Your guide steers toward whatever captures your interest—whether that's serious tastings or casual sampling—and arranges lunch at a spot matching your mood, from picnic grounds with views to restaurant tables.

Melbourne’s Divine Pathways: Cathedrals and Parklands Tour

Melbourne Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Spend three hours navigating Melbourne's laneways and arcades with a local guide who knows where to eat. Start on Degraves Street to see the street art, duck into Block Arcade for proper meat pies, then head to Emporium Melbourne for Japanese pastries. Your guide speaks Spanish, English, French or Italian, tailors the route to what you fancy, and it's just you and them—no group shuffle.

Private Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
Spend nine hours on Phillip Island discovering Australia's coastal wildlife in their natural habitat. Your private guide drives you from your hotel to this Victorian hotspot, where little penguins return to shore at dusk, fur seals loll on rocks, and koalas inhabit the forest. You'll explore the Koala Conservation Centre, catch the nightly Penguins Plus Experience, and enjoy a two-course dinner between activities. The rugged coastline and working beaches round out an unhurried day built around animal encounters rather than rushing.

Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour Tour)
This nine-hour private tour covers the western stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing from Melbourne and sweeping along the coastline through Aireys Inlet towards Apollo Bay. Your dedicated driver-guide navigates the scenic route before cutting back inland via the quiet townships of Forrest and Birregura. Note: this express itinerary skips the 12 Apostles—opt for a full-day or multi-day tour if those iconic rock formations are essential. You'll benefit from a specialist guide who knows every bend and viewpoint along this celebrated coastal drive.

Private Melbourne City Sights - Morning Tour
A four-hour private exploration of Melbourne's character through its architecture, hidden streets and cultural pulse. Your guide navigates the city's Victorian heritage, leafy parks, and the laneway network where independent cafes, galleries and design studios cluster. You'll discover what locals already know about this arts-focused city, moving at your own pace with hotel transfers included and coffee to fuel the ramble.

Private E-Bike Tour with Local Guide
Ride through Melbourne on an e-bike with a local guide who knows the city's shortcuts and stories. This private 2–4 hour tour covers landmarks, cultural hotspots, and quieter pockets most visitors miss. The electric assist means you'll cover more ground without burning out, leaving energy for exploring on foot when something catches your eye.

Private custom 4 Hour Walking Tour of Melbourne's Highlights
A private 4-hour walking tour through Melbourne's streets with a local guide who knows where the city actually happens. You'll hit Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, and the laneways famous for street art, then hop on a heritage tram to see the city from a different angle. Your guide pulls back the curtain on Gold Rush history and modern Melbourne culture, stopping for complimentary coffee or tea along the way. Groups stay small (max 8 people), and the pace suits all fitness levels.

Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour
A 12-hour private tour along Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing Melbourne to reveal the coast's most striking landmarks. You'll encounter the weathered Twelve Apostles rock formations, explore Loch Ard Gorge's dramatic cliffs, spot native wildlife around Kennett River, and pause in the relaxed beachside village of Apollo Bay. Your guide navigates the bends and shares local knowledge whilst you absorb limestone cliffs, ocean vistas, and golden stretches of sand. The route covers roughly 240 kilometres of winding coastal terrain.
