Top Australia & the Pacific Unique Experiences - page 4

Enjoy the unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience of harvesting your very own pearl, straight from the oyster. Sip on Margaret River sparkling wine and enjoy canapés while your guide reveals fascinating insights about pearl harvesting and demonstrates intricate techniques. If the pearl is valued between $500 and $3,000 AUD, it's yours or exchangeable for a gift card. Pearls under $500 receive a $500 gift card; over $3,000 earns a $3,000 card.

Indulge your inner foodie and learn to make dumplings like a pro with this cooking class in Melbourne. Enjoy a hands-on experience in a fun atmosphere and discover how to prepare the perfect dough for Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese dumplings using a variety of meats and vegetables. Then, savor your creation in a small group setting.

Connoisseurs of craft beer can enjoy a delicious introduction to some of Noosa’s top breweries—all without having to worry about transport or logistics—during this brewery tour in the Noosa area. Your driver-guide leads a small group, limited to 11 passengers, to three unique breweries, where you learn about the brewing process, sample a wide range of local beers, and enjoy a hearty lunch in between. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Learn how to catch a wave on this two-day ‘surf school’ on one of Byron Bay’s stunning beaches. Learn all the skills you need to surf and keep safe over two half-day sessions with a surf coach. Then apply your lessons at a Byron Bay beach specifically chosen by your coach to match your level of experience.

Hone your surf skills with this half-day lesson in beautiful Byron Bay. Head to a beach that suits your skill level, throw on your gear—included in the lesson price—and learn basic techniques from an expert coach. Then, continue your lesson in a small-group setting with a teacher-to-student ratio of 1 to 7. If you don’t stand up by the end of the session, receive a free class.

Tired of the usual tourist stops? Discover a hidden gem at Broken Bay Pearl Farm, New South Wales’ only pearl farm. Located around an hour north of Sydney on the Hawkesbury River, this experience lets you meet the dedicated farming team, learn the secrets of pearl and oyster cultivation, and enjoy a guided tour. Then, choose whether to browse the Pearls of Australia jewelry collection or simply relax with freshly shucked local oysters overlooking stunning Spectacle Island.

See Melbourne, Australia through the eyes of a local on this private, customizable guided walking tour of the city. List your preferences for the itinerary ahead of time or rely on your guide’s knowledge of the city for recommendations on what to see. Perfect for anyone looking to get their bearings in the city for the first time.

Enhance your knowledge of wine, and how to taste and evaluate it, in seated wine tasting at the cellar door of a premium boutique winery. Seated with a small group, try a variety of different wines that aren't available elsewhere, from dry whites to gutsy reds and fortified wines, and find your new favorite.

Take to the treetops for a thrilling ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with this customizable full-day tour from Port Douglas. Ride the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway, browse the stalls at the Kuranda Heritage Markets, or pay a visit to Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, or Kuranda Koala Gardens (extra cost).

Photograph New Zealand's spectacular scenery both inside and outside of the caves on a private photography tour with your own photographer-guide. Visit a pristine glow worm cave in the Waitomo district, and take your time to capture great shots of the glow worms and other sights. You can use larger cameras and equipment like small tripods on this photography tour, with the freedom to take more time for your photography than on standard tours. Includes guide, use of wet weather gear, and snacks.

Surfs up! Live out your surfing fantasies with a 2-hour beginner-friendly surf class at Anglesea beach, located on Australia’s famous Great Ocean Road. Make the most of the shallow waters and gentle waves as you master the basics, practice standing up on your board, and try to catch your first wave. With all equipment included and expert instructors to guide you, you’ll be hitting the waves in no time!

Learn to surf at one of Victoria’s best spots along the Great Ocean Road. Take a surf lesson in Lorne and learn all the basics from your instructor before taking to the waves to give it a go. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Great Ocean Road and get a true Aussie surf experience on this 2-hour tour.

Learn to surf at Torquay Beach—located on Australia’s scenic Great Ocean Road—with a beginner-friendly, small-group lesson. Receive hands-on instruction from professional surf coaches as you learn basic techniques, practice standing up, and work toward catching your first wave. All equipment is provided, including wetsuit and soft beginner surfboard, so there's no need to bring your own gear.

Take a surfing lesson at Middleton Beach, located in South Australia just outside of Adelaide. Your qualified surfing instructor teaches the basics of how to surf or assists you to refine your existing skills. Choose a morning or afternoon lesson that includes the use of a high-quality surfboard, rash top, sunscreen, and wetsuit.

Sample some of Queensland’s finest wines during a 1.5-hour wine tasting experience at the Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton. Stroll around the vineyards, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the family-run winery, then try the award-winning red, white, and sparkling wines during an expert-led tasting.

Explore New Zealand's premier wine region on this morning wineries tour from Blenheim. Visit four wineries, each internationally acclaimed for their red and white wines, particularly sauvignon blanc grapes that flourish in the sun-drenched alluvial soils of Marlborough. Stroll through the vines and contemplate the meaningful things in life. The practical things, like your round-trip transport and hotel pickup, are all taken care of for you.

Taste a range of great beers, and learn all about craft brewing in Sydney, on this insider, small-group tour. Perfect for visiting beer lovers looking for a local experience, this tour will whisk you to several of the city's most popular breweries. At each stop, have the chance to go a behind-the-scenes tour, meet the people who created the beer, and enjoy a generous selection of samples.

Discover Melbourne’s growing craft beer scene and get the inside scoop on where to drink in the city. This private tasting tour can be customized to suit your tastes, whether you want to uncover the latest start-ups, visit the city’s most famous brew pubs, or sip bespoke microbrews. During the evening, visit three different venues and sample a range of beers from wietbier to pilsners to bocks, accompanied by delicious snacks and local delicacies.

Discover one of Melbourne’s trendiest neighborhoods at its liveliest as you embark on a nighttime tour of St. Kilda. With a private guide, discover the area’s coolest bars, pubs, and music venues, stopping to enjoy a couple of drinks along the way. You are assigned a host who is aligned with your interests for a customized and bespoke experience.

Visit four craft breweries on the Gold Coast during a full-day tour that includes lots of beer tastings and a delicious lunch. Meet the brewers, sample plenty of fresh beer, and learn what goes on behind the scenes during the brewing process. For added convenience—and so you can focus on enjoyment without worrying about driving—round-trip transfers from the Gold Coast are included.

There are only a few places around the world where you can swim with whale sharks, and Coral Bay is one of them. On this day-long cruise, you'll have the chance to snorkel on the reef to spot fish and coral before heading out to sea to find the whale sharks. Booking this tour in advance ensures you don't risk a sold-out tour after your arrival.

With its abundance of breweries and bars, Melbourne is a mecca for beer lovers. Visit some of the bars favored by locals on a private craft beer tour that promises to take you off the beaten path. Taking a private tour means that you’ll benefit from the undivided attention of a guide and receive recommendations tailored to your craft beer preferences.

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If you are new to a city, it can be challenging to figure out how to best spend your evening. This private and personalized tour of Sydney after dark helps make those decisions for you by customizing an itinerary specifically to your own interests.