Top Melbourne Outdoor Activities - page 4

Discover Melbourne's bar scene, including "hidden" bars you won't find in any guidebooks, on this small-group bar-hopping tour. Visit several venues for cocktails, Australian wine, and beer, stopping into a classic pub, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked into the laneway, a wine bar with options from the nearby Yarra Valley, and another bar selected by your guide depending on your group’s interests. Your first drink is included, plus get tips for additional places to visit on your own.

Explore Melbourne’s charming laneways and opulent arcades on a small-group walking tour. Uncover tucked-away gems like specialty boutiques and local fashion designers, and savor Melbourne’s café culture with a stop for coffee or tea, and a chocolate tasting. Tour numbers are limited to eight people to ensure a personalized experience and for the chance to ask questions.

Experience the spectacular scenery of Australia’s Great Ocean Road on this full-day guided tour from Melbourne. Admire postcard-worthy vistas around every turn of the coastal road, and pass through charming port towns along the way. Learn the fascinating and tragic history of Australia’s jagged ‘Shipwreck Coast’ when you visit the Loch Ard Gorge, site of a famous wreck. Your journey comes to a dramatic climax when you arrive at the Twelve Apostles geologic wonder just as the sun sets (seasonal and weather dependent).

Discover several sides to the Mornington Peninsula without worrying about navigating and the logistics on this private tour from Melbourne. Admire the bayside scenery at Brighton Beach and Dendy Street Beach, before heading to the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to see its collection of Australian wildlife. Finiish with a picnic lunch at the top of Arthurs Seat. This private tour has a limit of four travelers.

Enjoy a new perspective of Melbourne’s port and Docklands area as you cruise down the Yarra River toward Hobson’s Bay. Learn about Melbourne’s history as a 19th-century port town while watching the sights go by on this narrated tour.

Squeezing in a workout while on vacation isn’t always easy, but this Melbourne running tour means you can work up a sweat and take in the sights along the way. Set out on a run around Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways; stop to admire the vibrant street art, local landmarks, and quirky shops; then re-fuel with coffee at a popular local café.

Get ready for some incredible views on this Great Ocean Road group tour. There’s no need to navigate or drive yourself. Just sit back and relax as you go from one viewpoint to the next. This reimagined tour offers a fresh perspective on the Great Ocean Road, ensuring you enjoy its highlights at the most serene and picturesque times of the day.

See more of the Melbourne sites that interest you on this half-day, guided bike tour. From hidden laneways to historic landmarks, get an insider’s perspective on the best of Melbourne while enjoying the speed and flexibility of touring on two wheels. Bikes and gear are included on this small-group tour.

Get a different perspective at Melbourne’s iconic sights on a kayak tour along the Yarra River. Leave from Federation Square and paddle past popular sights such as Princes Bridge, Flinders Street Station, Crown Casino, and the Docklands district. Take in the beautiful city skyline and enjoy a relaxing day on the river on this 2-hour tour, perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Perfect for all ages, this encounter will allow you up-close access to our iconic Australian animals.

Keep active while sightseeing in Melbourne with a 2-hour guided running tour. Lace up your running shoes for a fun workout tailored to your fitness level and ability, and get plenty of inside tips on the best and safest places to run in the city. Wind your way around the historic lane ways, jog along the beach side or stop along the way to admire city landmarks, then celebrate with a complimentary coffee or cold drink at a local café.

Turn a traditional city tour into an exhilarating adventure with this private tour on a Harley Davidson Trike. Get an overview of the best that Melbourne has to offer while covering far more ground than you could on foot. Check off the city’s top highlights, including the Shrine of Remembrance, St. Kilda, and Albert Park. Tours are flexible, so you can customize your itinerary with your guide.

Explore the beautiful forest and gardens of the Dandenong Ranges on a relaxing day tour not too far from the city. Enjoy a guided walk through an old-growth forest and learn about the flora and fauna, as well as the area's history. Break for lunch in the little village of Kallista before visiting the Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden, where you'll find tranquil Japanese-themed lake gardens at the bottom of a hill. End at the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens to see the award-winning Australian Garden.

See the best of the Great Ocean Road, including the 12 Apostles, with this group tour from Melbourne. Your driver takes care of all the logistics, and your guide can tell you everything you want to know about the Great Ocean Road. Feel free to take as many photos as you like, both of the rugged coastline and of the wildlife you encounter along the way.

Join our small-group adventure from Melbourne and explore one of Australia’s most iconic coastal drives. Along the way, you’ll marvel at the dramatic Twelve Apostles, walk under the historic Memorial Arch, get up close to wildlife at Kennett River, and capture stunning views from Split Point Lighthouse. Wander the breathtaking Loch Ard Gorge, relax in the seaside town of Apollo Bay, and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities at every stop. With a friendly guide, comfortable transport, and hidden local tips, this experience is designed to make your day unforgettable. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, you’ll see why the Great Ocean Road is a must-do in Australia! We provide groups up to 11 people and Airport transfers are also available upon request.

Take a break from the city and discover the diverse wildlife of Australia on this full-day excursion to Phillip Island. Alongside a private guide, depart Melbourne and head south to begin your wildlife tour. Stop at the Maru Animal Park to see koalas and kangaroos, see wallabies at the Nobbies, and watch hundreds of penguins parade back to their burrows at sunset.

You don’t need to rely on Victoria’s patchy public transport to see Phillip Island’s spectacular wildlife. This small-group tour, with a maximum of 11 passengers, collects and drops in a convenient central Melbourne location. See the kangaroos and koalas at Phillip Island Wildlife Park, visit Cowes village for refreshments (own expense), spot seals at The Nobbies Centre, and watch penguins returning to their nests at the Penguin Parade.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS - Melbourne CBD and Box Hill Pick-up - Mt Buller has everything you need for the perfect winter snow experience. - 05:20AM early departure ensures maximum time on the slopes. - No prior experience is needed, and it doesn't matter if you're a beginner or expert to brave the thick snow. - Two toboggan parks, and Toboggans are provided and no experience is necessary. - Ride the Northside Express chairlift through Mt. Buller, experience the amazing alpine scenery.

Deciding between exploring the food and wine scene of the Yarra Valley and exploring its countryside by bike means missing out on something great. Get the best of both worlds on this bike tour of food venues and cellar doors along the Warburton Rail Trail, letting you burn off those indulgences as you go. And with a guide showing you around, there’s no risk of getting lost or missing hotspots.

Two of Victoria's biggest icons, two unhurried days — the Twelve Apostles and the penguins, done properly. Enjoy the two most popular day tours from Melbourne in a small group of up to 11 passengers and package these two day trips together to get extra value and make the most of your time in Melbourne. On one day, you will travel to the iconic Great Ocean Road where your guide will take you to the best hiding spots for koalas and kangaroos and give you time to take in the incredible scenery. On your Phillip Island day trip, the famous penguin parade will lure you to the island but the Phillip Island Tour with Oceania Tours will allow you to discover so much more, including: Moonlit Sanctuary, the Nobbies, Woolamai Surf beach (time permitting) and of course, the island’s black tie gala event: the Penguin Parade. Pick up and drop off to your Melbourne hotel is included for both days, accommodation is not included.

Experience the spectacular landscape and wildlife of Australia’s Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park on a 2-day tour from Melbourne. Have more time over two days to look for koalas in the wild, visit picturesque seaside towns, stop at lookout points and beaches, and take nature walks in the rain forest. Destinations include Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Gibsons Beach, with an overnight in the Grampians.

Make the most of your journey from Melbourne to Adelaide on this overnight tour that includes stops to explore along the way. On day one, travel from Melbourne along the Great Ocean Road, enjoying the coastal scenery while your guide takes care of the driving. After an overnight in a hostel, continue through Grampians National Park, where you'll experience the mountainous landscape dotted with waterfalls, ending up in Adelaide.

It’s time to head west: travel the scenic Victorian coastline and explore the Grampians without worrying about tents, transport or park fees on this overnight tour from Melbourne. Visit grand locations like the Mackenzie Falls, the Great Otway National Park and the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks, with a guide by your side to tell you the stories of each destination. Stay overnight in the Grampians National Park and spend your second day hiking around this mountainous and majestic part of Australia.

Check out the sunrise over Melbourne, checking out the city’s iconic buildings from the sky. See the MCG, Albert Park Formula 1 racetrack, and the curving Yarra River as you float in the soft morning light. Not many people get to see this city with a bird’s-eye view, so make sure to keep your cameras ready to take photos to show those who aren’t able to make it.