Top Victoria Cruises & Sailing - page 3

Get an enchanting new perspective on Melbourne aboard a hot-air balloon flight over the city at sunrise. Soar over modern skyscrapers, urban parks, famous sporting arenas, and the Yarra River as early morning light bathes the skyline in a rosy glow. After your unforgettable flight, toast the new day with an optional buffet breakfast.

Explore the coastal wilderness of the Wilsons Promontory National Park on this full-day cruise by catamaran. While looking out for wildlife such as eagles and dolphins, cruise by landmarks like Skull Rock, Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse, Glennie Island, and the Kanowna Island seal sanctuary. Anchor at Refuge Cove for a delicious on-board lunch and cool off with a swim and snorkel or relax on a white-sand beach.

Beat the crowds! Experience the best sights along the Great Ocean Road on our 'Express 12 Apostles Great Ocean Road Tour'. This tour includes all of the highlights of our full-day tour, including a visit to The Twelve Apostles and favorite spots within the Port Campbel National Park. This tour is designed to shorten the drive and wait times, traveling to The 12 Apostles, therefore it does not include a scenic drive along The Great Ocean Road. Our guides will take a shortcut to The 12 Apostles via an inland reverse route.  Australian Private Tours have established and experienced drivers, catering to international and local clientele. Please Note: This tour is customizable. If you would like to customize your experience, please contact the company prior to the tour date. Prices may vary depending on changes to the itinerary.

For those who are pressed for time but still want to see the 12 Apostles this express tour was made for you. With a private driver, head straight from Melbourne to Port Campbell National Park on the Great Ocean Road. This allows you to see the main highlights including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Gibson Steps without having to make stops at other locations.

The rolling hills of Yarra Valley offer fine wine, fine food, and a wealth of local highlights—almost too much to choose from. This fully customizable private tour, direct from your hotel with onboard Wi-Fi, lets you experience it your own way, according to your interests. Meet local cheesemakers or gin distillers and sample their wares; taste fine wines at a local winery; and discover local wildlife or hidden secrets.

Phillip Island hosts more than just its world-famous Penguin Parade, it is home to an impressive array of wildlife (koalas, wallabies & various birdlife), rugged coastline, stunning vistas and sandy beaches. Your time on Phillip Island will see you visit one of its beaches, walk amongst the treetops of the Koala Conversation Centre with a bird’s eye view of Australia’s most loved marsupial, wander the clifftop boardwalk taking in the wild, rugged coastline, before travelling to the Penguin Parade spotting various wildlife. Taking your seats at the parade, you will thrilled to see so many penguins waddle up the beach to their burrows right alongside the boardwalk and viewing points, merely a hands length away from you. Dinner can be included in Cowes, Phillip Island’s main township. Throughout the day, your guide will share the history, adventures & stories of Phillip Island, adding those unique touches that Your Exclusive Tours pride themselves on including with every experience.

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.

Make the most of your time in Melbourne with a private customizable tour designed to suit your group of up to seven people. With your guide, plan your half- or full-day tour, choosing from options such as a city tour with St. Kilda; seeing native Australian animals at the Healesville Sanctuary; or exploring the Great Ocean Road. Your private guide provides an informative tour for your group of family, friends, or business colleagues.

Cover two regions of Victoria on this full-day tour from Melbourne. Explore one of the most sustainable native parks in Australia, Healesville Sanctuary. See koalas and kangaroos, and unique species such as platypus. Next, jump aboard a historic steam train, the Puffing Billy. Finish your day by winding through mountain ranges, temperate rainforest and fern gullies.

Experience the natural beauty and old-fashioned charm of the Dandenong Ranges. With this private tour in Melbourne, there’s no need to worry about parking, navigating, or waiting on other travelers. Take a ride on the famous Australian steam train ‘Puffing Billy’ through the rainforest and then take in views over the treetops of Melbourne from the SkyHigh Mount Dandenong lookout.

Get face to face with some of the world’s famous retired racehorses with this trip to a ‘rest home’ for those horses whose days on the track are unfortunately over. Meet, feed and pat great racers of days gone by, like Fields of Omagh, Rogan Josh, Brew, Paris Lane, Efficient, Who Shot The Barman (NZ), Redkirk Warrior (GB) and Peniaphobia (IRE).

Discover the flavors of Yarra Valley without having to designate a driver on this full-day gourmet food and wine tour. Enjoy private wine and cheese tastings with your small group, and learn about regional wines from your knowledgeable guide and through discussions with local vintners. Savor a gourmet meal followed by cellar door tastings surrounded by the natural beauty of Yarra Valley.

See the Twelve Apostles, The Otways and other highlights of the Great Ocean Road on a private full-day tour from Melbourne. Travel the renowned scenic route with your own private guide, stopping for photo ops at Bells Beach, Split Point Lighthouse and other locations. Have lunch in Apollo Bay, take a rainforest walk, and top off your day with a visit to the Twelve Apostles. You may also see koalas in the wild and hand-feed parrots.

The Grampians sit a few hours west of Melbourne, with waterfalls, lookouts, and wildlife spread across the park—hard to link by self-driving. Ride out in a small group with the route handled, stopping at the gold-rush town of Ballarat before a bushwalk to Silverband Falls. Watch for kangaroos at Halls Gap, hike to the Grand Canyon rock formation, and take in MacKenzie Falls before the return.

Have a great day out on the Great Ocean Road, and finish the day watching the sunset over the 12 Apostles. You can customize your tour however you like, but options include seeing some wildlife like koalas and kangaroos, spend time in seaside towns like Lorne and Apollo Bay, and drive through the forests and visit the Shipwreck Coast. Your guide will share the history and tales that happened along the Great Ocean Road.

Experience the best of the beach and the mountains with this full-day hiking tour at Wilsons Prom. In just a day, you’ll see incredible turquoise coastline, sand dunes, valleys, and rugged mountain landscapes. Enjoy two scenic hikes, one from Tidal River to Little Oberon Bay, and the second up Mt. Oberon. Snacks and entrance fees are included.

Enjoy a full day of a private guided tour of the famous Great Ocean road, stopping to look at the wildlife, try locally made foodstuffs, and take in the amazing views along the 240k of coastline, at your leisure, like 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps. This day will be about 12-13 hours, and pick up from your hotel is included,

Benefit from the convenience and freedom of this private tour to the Mornington Peninsula from Melbourne. Travel with your guide in a luxury vehicle to the Mornington Peninsula, where you’ll visit several winery estates for wine tasting and walks through sculpture gardens. Along the way, stop for some local cheese tasting and a seasonal lunch at a local restaurant. This tour is limited to 2 people.

Discover some of the best food, wine, and beer makers on the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas during this full-day tour from Melbourne. Taste a variety of wines, craft beers, and seasonal dishes while traveling through the scenic region. You’ll also take a sightseeing cruise on Port Phillip Bay, enjoy the views from Murrays Lookout, and see the Bathing Boxes. Includes lunch at a vineyard restaurant, and all tastings.

Australia’s capital of culture (and coffee), Melbourne is a city that means many things to many people. Discover it your way, your style on this custom private tour with a local driver-guide. You might want to visit local landmarks such as Flinders Street Station and Luna Park, immerse yourself in alternative culture in St. Kilda, explore laneways and street art, or delve into 19th-century splendor.

Discover the hidden gems of Melbourne on a private city tour. Follow your guide through the city’s diverse neighborhoods, such as the CBD and St. Kilda, and uncover the best coffee spots, cafes, clothing shops, and much more. Sample local treats along the way and learn about the history and culture behind one of Australia’s coolest cities.

With so many Yarra Valley wine tours, narrowing it down can be difficult: choose a tour that gives a more personalized experience. This unique small group tour will ensure that you won’t be jostling for samples. Taste exceptional wine and food pairings from family-owned wineries, from big to boutique. Savor a delicious two-course lunch and sample cheese, oysters and wine from pinot noir to chardonnay and more.

Discover some of Australia’s most photographed landscapes on this full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Let someone else handle the driving and make plenty of view and rest stops, spot wild koalas along the way, and browse the shops in seaside towns like Apollo Bay. Enjoy a walk through Great Otway National Park, learn how the Shipwreck Coast earned its name, and marvel at the 12 Apostles and the pristine Loch Ard Gorge.

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.