All Australia Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 204

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Australia. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• Small All-Inclusive Blue Mountain, Scenic World, Lunch, Koalas, Ferry

• Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

• Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkeling, & Hill Inlet Lookout

• Laidback, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer, + Choc

• Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour—Max 11 Guests

Yes, guided tours in Australia are absolutely worth it. Expert guides will share insights into the country's unique wildlife, cultures, and natural wonders you'd miss alone. Most tours include round-trip transport—essential given Australia's vast distances—plus handle logistics like park fees, equipment, and meals. Whether exploring the Great Ocean Road, cruising the Whitsunday Islands, or navigating the Blue Mountains, guided tours maximize your time Down Under.

Per one customer who booked the Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne, "This full-day experience was amazing! I saw incredible ocean views and rock formations, towering cliffs, a rainforest, kangaroos in the wild, parrots and cockatoos, and even a koala! A wonderful added bonus that I took advantage of was the opportunity of a helicopter ride over the 12 Apostles rock formation, which I would highly recommend (different vendor, additional price of course). Our guide, Rhys, was spectacular!"

You'll find guided tours of Australia available at a wide range of prices. Many self-guided audio tours of the major cities are priced under US$10, while experiences like traveling the Great Ocean Road, snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef, and trekking in the Blue Mountains cost upwards of US$100 per person. Naturally, private tours and multi-day experiences are much more expensive.

For an experience on the lower end of the price range, book the Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour—Max 11 Guests for around US100 per person, which includes all of the Great Ocean Road's highlights, but you'll be on a tight schedule and travel in a minivan as part of a group. Pricier options include the Spectacular Private Tour of The Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles from around US$1,891 per group, which is completely private and fully customizable to suit your preferences, including the option of taking a helicopter flight or bushwalk in the Great Otway National Park.

Australia tours offer an incredibly diverse range of activities to suit all interests: you can snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, visit sanctuaries to spot koalas and kangaroos, trek ancient rainforests, see the penguin parade on Phillip Island, climb Sydney Harbour Bridge, or visit world-class wineries in regions like the Barossa Valley and Hunter Valley. Adventure seekers can go white-water rafting, skydiving, or sand boarding, while culture enthusiasts can tour the Sydney Opera House, learn about Australia's heritage, or explore the country's charming coastal towns.

Consider a multi-day tour to experience as many activities as possible. For example, the K'gari (Fraser Island) Explorer 2-Day Tour lets you swim in Lake Wabby and Lake McKenzie, drift down Eli Creek, discover the Maheno Shipwreck, learn Dreamtime stories at the Pinnacles Coloured Sands, and relax in the natural ocean jacuzzi of Champagne Pools.

Australia's sheer size means you'll need at least two weeks to scratch the surface, though 3–4 weeks is ideal for a comprehensive trip. Sydney and Melbourne each warrant three days minimum for city sights, harbor cruises, and day trips to nearby attractions like the Blue Mountains or Great Ocean Road. Allocate another 4–5 days for the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, plus additional time for Uluru, Tasmania, or Western Australia.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Australia:

• Great Barrier Reef

• Sydney Harbour

• Sydney Opera House

• Featherdale Wildlife Park

• Sydney Harbour Bridge

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Australia.

There are tons of great trips that let you explore multiple places within Australia. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Small All-Inclusive Blue Mountain, Scenic World, Lunch, Koalas, Ferry

• Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

• Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkeling, & Hill Inlet Lookout

• Laidback, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer, + Choc

• Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour—Max 11 Guests

View all of Viator's top Australia day trips.

You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Australia. Here are some of the best Australia activities under US$25:

• Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise

• 1-Hour Daintree River Wildlife Cruise

• Bundaberg Rum Behind-the-Scenes Distillery Tour And Museum Experience

• The Perth Mint Gold Tour

• The Pirate Cruise in Mandurah on Viator

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Australia. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Small All-Inclusive Blue Mountain, Scenic World, Lunch, Koalas, Ferry

• Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

• Brisbane River Cruise with Entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

• Gold Coast Hot-Air Balloon Flight

• Cairns Classic Hot-Air Balloon Ride

View all of Viator's top romantic tours in Australia.

It's no secret that Australia is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Small All-Inclusive Blue Mountain, Scenic World, Lunch, Koalas, Ferry

• Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

• Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkeling, & Hill Inlet Lookout

• Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

• Penguin Parade & Wildlife Encounters Ecotour from Melbourne

View all of Viator's top outdoor activities in Australia.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Australia:

• Featherdale Wildlife Park

• Royal Botanic Garden

• Port Arthur

• Moonlit Sanctuary

• Fort Denison

View all of Viator's museum tickets and passes in Australia.

Australia has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

• Ocean Free 25-Guest Great Barrier Reef & Visit Green Island Tour

• Cairns Aquarium Admission Ticket

• Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne

• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

View all of Viator's top family-friendly tours in Australia.