Top Australia Day Trips

Rottnest Island All-Inclusive Grand Island Tour from Perth

The otherworldly landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert are one of Western Australia’s most impressive natural wonders. On this tour, admire the Pinnacles during a magical sunset visit, enjoy a barbecue dinner in the desert, and stay after dark to stargaze. En route, stop at Nilgen Nature Reserve to see wildflowers, sandboard at Lancelin, or visit Hangover Bay to walk on the beach and learn about indigenous food and medicine.

Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour

From natural landmarks to Aboriginal culture, this day trip from Perth through Western Australia’s wheat belt area introduces you to the regional history and geological beauty that lie outside the city. Visit York, the oldest township in Avon Valley; Wave Rock and Hippo’s Yawn, unusual rock formations; Mulka's Cave, an ancient Aboriginal sacred site; and make a stop for tea in a quaint country town. You may see wildflowers in bloom from the coach between September and November.

Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

If visiting the ancient coral cay of Green Island for the day wasn’t great enough, add a seawalker helmet dive to your package. Take a super-fast catamaran from Cairns to the island and choose between the use of snorkeling gear or a glass-bottom boat ride (included). Add more fun to the day by donning a glass helmet and taking a guided walk on the seabed, surrounded by coral and tropical fish while keeping your head dry.

Green Island Seawalker & Snorkel or Glass Bottom Boat from Cairns

5 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel from Hobart to Tasmania’s east coast to visit the famous Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park. Hike up to the Wineglass Bay Lookout and, if you're up for more of a challenge, continue down to Wineglass Bay beach. For an easier adventure, walk to Honeymoon Bay and Cape Tourville Lighthouse. On the return drive, enjoy wine and oysters (own expense) at a local winery with sweeping views of Freycinet.

Hobart: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park - Active Day Tour

Take the day to fully explore Port Arthur with a guided tour of all the history of this former convict site, followed by a cruise. You’ll see the ruins and restored buildings, and the surrounding natural beauty of the Tasman National Park on this day out. When finished exploring the historic site, you can hop aboard your vessel, and sit back and relax as you enjoy a short cruise in the Port Arthur Harbour.

Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Puffing Billy And Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders and Aboriginal heritage of Australia's Tropical North Queensland on this full-day tour from Cairns. First, head to the Mossman Gorge to take part in a traditional smoke ceremony with the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people. Then, enjoy lunch in the Daintree Village. After lunch, join a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River where you might see a crocodile, and learn about the fragile ecosystem of this impressive, serpent-like river system. Finally, head to Thornton’s Beach, where the rainforest meets the reef.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Hobart Highlights Day Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

See the top attractions of the Tasman Peninsula on a full-day tour from Hobart. Take in towering sea cliffs, rock formations including Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen, and more as you explore the natural wonders along the coast. Next, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, an infamous 19th-century penal colony with a fascinating history. Finally, stroll through the pretty streets of Richmond Village before returning to Hobart.

Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula Active Day Tour

Explore the beauty of Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park on this full-day small group trip from Launceston. You'll enjoy hotel pickup and drive in a coach to the Cradle Mountain region. Make stops at Sheffield to see the murals, the Cradle Mountain Visitor Center to stroll the Enchanted Forest Walk, Dove Lake, Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm Cheese, and have a walk in Weindorfers Forest.

Cradle Mountain National Park Day Tour from Launceston

Enjoy the beautiful scenery and delicious wines of the Yarra Valley on this small-group, half-day tour from Melbourne. Leave the organizing to someone else and relax as you visit three of the area's best boutique wineries—Helen & Joey Estate, Payten and Jones, and Soumah—for tours and tastings. Round-trip transfers are included for a seamless experience, and you can even upgrade your day with an optional gin tasting experience.

Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne with Small Group

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Jump off the ferry and immerse yourself in a special kind of island paradise with this full-day small-group tour of North Stradbroke Island from Brisbane. A great way to combine sightseeing with learning about the fascinating history and stories of the island, including its Traditional Custodians, the Quandamooka People, this full-day tour is entertaining and educational in equal parts. You’ll also have the chance to see koalas, manta rays, turtles, and dolphins in the wild.

North Stradbroke Island WILDLIFE Adventure Tour from Brisbane

Indulge your inner foodie on a full-day gourmet tasting tour of the Hunter Valley, including breakfast and lunch. Follow your guide, a professional chef, to shop for fresh fish and seafood at the Sydney Fish Market and sample local specialties with a visit to an artisan producer. Then, visit the region’s best boutique wineries, where you indulge in fine wines paired with regional delicacies like pan-fried barramundi, kangaroo steak, or freshly rolled sushi.

Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the wondrous wildlife and mystical natural attractions of Western Australia on this full-day tour from Perth. Discover kangaroos and koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park and enjoy an included fish and chips lunch in the lobster fishing town of Cervantes. Take a guided walk through the eerie, lunar-like landscape of Pinnacles Desert, and get your heart racing as you speed through the massive dunes of Lancelin on a sandboarding and 4WD adventure.

Pinnacles Desert, Koalas and Sandboarding 4WD Day Tour from Perth

11 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Hike through the UNESCO-listed landscape of the Blue Mountains on this active full-day eco-tour from Sydney. After a handy pickup from central Sydney, your first stop is Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park. Admire native animals up close, including kangaroos and koalas. Continue to the Blue Mountains, where you’ll walk to some great lookout points. End at the unmissable Three Sisters, where you’ll learn more about Indigenous history, before returning to Sydney.

Sydney Blue Mountains Day Tour with Wildlife Park and Waterfalls

Venture off-the-beaten-track and explore the UNESCO-listed wilderness of Australia’s tropical north on this full-day tour from Cairns. Journey along the Captain Cook Highway; take a guided hike through the Mossman Gorge and cool off with a dip in the Mossman River. After lunch (included), look out for crocodiles on a scenic cruise down the Daintree River, then continue to Cape Tribulation to trek through the Daintree Rainforest and enjoy magnificent views over the Great Barrier Reef. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

Make the most of the beautiful Whitsundays—without the hassle of planning or organizing—with this full-day adventure. Head out on a high-speed, 80-passenger boat (complete with air-conditioning and a spacious outdoor area to sunbathe) and spend the day relaxing on the pristine sands of Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy a guided walk to South Whitehaven Lookout and dine on a buffet lunch served onboard the boat. Upgrade your day with the option to include snorkeling at a secluded reef location—all snorkel equipment is provided for ease. As you swim, spot tropical fish and maybe even a sea turtle or two.

Snorkel & Whitehaven Beach Eco Cruise, Lunch | From Airlie Beach

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the natural delights of Phillip Island with an eco-tour from Melbourne. See the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Head to the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other native Australian wildlife. Finish the day at a local beach where you can watch hundreds of some of the world's tiniest penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand to their burrows.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour from Melbourne

12 hoursFree Cancellation

This active, fast-paced tour is ideal for travelers who want to see and do a lot in a single day. There’s something for everyone on this tour, as long as you’re prepared to work those feet. Learn about Tasmanian history at the Port Arthur Historic Site, watch Tasmanian Devils feeding, hike along cliff-tops and to spectacular lookouts, walk across Australia’s oldest bridge still in use in the historical town of Richmond and much more. Ideal if you're short on time.

Port Arthur, Tassie Devils, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Sunshine Coast Hinterland and Noosa Day Trip from Brisbane Incl Eumundi Markets

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Set sail for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing in the Whitsundays on this full-day tour. Cruise around the islands on a high-speed catamaran and discover the colorful underwater world of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef as you stop at two snorkeling hotspots. Explore the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, admire dramatic coastal views on a hike to the Hill Inlet Lookout, then tuck into a delicious buffet lunch on-board (included).

Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout Snorkeling Cruise

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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K'gari (Fraser Island) All Inclusive Day Tour

Paul_S, Nov 2026

Fantastic visit to K'gari

My friend Justin and I had a wonderful day trip to K'gari. Our guide, Paul, was both a fantastic 4WD driver and a great source of information about the island. He had a relaxed engaging personality. We went to all the sites mentioned in the tour description. Morning tea and lunch at Eurong were excellent. Highly recommended!

WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive

Marisa_T, Nov 2026

Do Not Miss This!!

This is an unforgettable experience and if you do not book it, you will be missing out! My dad and I were looking for activities to do on our vacation and saw this tour. We thought it would be fun but it was beyond our wildest dreams. We got to see tons of wombats and kangaroos up close in the wild. Dave was a fantastic guide and pointed out all sorts of other wildlife during our tour for us to capture pictures of. He is very knowledgable on wombats and made the tour that much more exciting. It was fun to see the Carrington Falls too but the wombats and kangaroos are where it is at! The dinner was fantastic and it was a small group which allowed you to chat with fellow travellers on the tour. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity and I am so glad I got to make so many great memories with my dad!

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Martina_P, Nov 2026

Awesome Tour

The day bus trip was very well planned. It was about a 12 hour trip but the stops were well spaced out and the day was full of wonderful experiences. The Moonlit Sanctuary was a great place to see Australia’s unique animals plus we got to pet a koala (prebooked). The tour operator, Jaquie, was very lovely and told us historical facts of Melbourne and Phillip Island as we were driving. She also told us where the best spots were to see the penguins. The little penguins were awesome and extremely cute. It was a great day to see the beauty of nature.

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests

R7887XXmaggies, Nov 2026

Amazing

What a day! I can only recommend that everyone take the reverse tour; it's less crowded at the stops, a smaller bus, only 10 people, and also very good for a solo traveler. First of all, I have to highlight Wayne, a great guide and driver who told us many stories and facts about Australia and the tour and always looked out for our well-being. I felt very well taken care of! The tour is long because the 12 Apostles are 300km away, but the many stops along the way and the drive along the coast made the time go by faster. We had enough time at the individual attractions and were able to take many photos or enjoy the sun. The absolute highlight was seeing Australian animals in the wild. Dolphins on the coast, cockatoos, parrots, koalas, and kangaroos. Great day!

Blue Mountains Small Group Tour with Waterfall Walk & Fresh Lunch

Susan_H, Oct 2026

Fabulous experience and excellent tour guide.

Chris provided us with a memorable and fantastic experience! His lively commentary kept us all entertained and prepared for the journey! He informed us about the weather, all of the stops along the way and gave us excellent information and suggestions for getting snacks, finding bathroom facilities, and water! We enjoyed the delicious lunch provided. He also made sure to let everyone know the skills needed to climb to the bottom of the falls. He also provided us with his cell phone number in case anybody needed to get in touch with him in case of emergency. All in all a fabulous experience and a highlight of our trip!! WELL DONE CHRIS!!

Great Ocean Road 12 APOSTLES Tour REVERSE–SML GRP- Hotel Pick UP

Chris_L, Oct 2026

Fun and insightful tour with Bill

Bill made it a great experience. He opened with a history of both Australia and the sites we would visit, so I arrived at each stop with context and a real appreciation for what I saw. Bill managed time well. He kept the day running smoothly. At each stop, he shared tips on the local food, the shops worth visiting, and the sites themselves. He also counted heads before every departure to make sure everyone was on the bus, which reassured me as a solo traveler. What stood out most was how much Bill cared about the people on the tour. He remembered each person’s name and details about them, and he showed genuine curiosity about who we were. That personal touch turned a good trip into a great one.

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

alhuddleston0217, Oct 2026

Perfect Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel Tour

Perfectly sized tour with fun memorable crew. Scuba tour with Marie was excellent and she made me feel safe and comfortable during our 2 dived. Alcohol for purchase and food was included with a good variety of options and plenty for everyone. Was a perfect day in the Great Barrier Reef

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

SinNing_J, Oct 2026

Spectacular Great Ocean Road trip

Went on the Great Ocean Road trip with Cloe, our fun informative and professional guide and driver. The trip was comprehensive and well paced that allowed us to stop at several spots for the views, koala spotting and nature walks before the must see 12 Apostles! And the Razorback after was spectacular as Cloe suggested. I thoroughly enjoyed the trip on a beautiful sunny day. Highly recommend and thank you Cloe

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

PamelaKeevil, Oct 2026

Unmissable bucket list experience.

Excellent all round. The staff were professional but fun, empathic and good humoured. We felt well taken care of as husband has epilepsy and we are both over 70. Save time for the submersible. Take a couple of towels each and an easy wear top as the main cabin is air conditioned. Sitting on the deck when the sun shone onto the reef was awe inspiring and humbling. The company has a great ethos, helping to preservev this wondef of nature.

Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour

Stefanie_W, Oct 2026

Best Day at Rottnest Island come and see yourself

Cos Bus Driver and Eli Tour Guide very knowledgeable and entertaining. Running commentary over the whole Island and areas you could get off Bus. Eli walked with us with interesting facts or his eagle eye for on the spot activity. Ferry and Bus tour was excellent, smooth transport.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

William_S, Oct 2026

Great day trip to the Daintree Rainforest!

What a great day out to the Daintree rainforest! Our guide Layla was just amazing, and kept us informed and organized all day long and it is a long day! Loved the 2 walks in the rainforest, dipping our toes in the gorge and seeing the croc babies and large male croc "scarface" (poked his head up for a second) on the river tour . We looked for cassowaries but alas did not see any. Ice cream at the end was yummy with great locally grown fruit flavors! Highly recommend this day trip!