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See another side to Perth on this photography walk through the heart of the CBD—where you not only get to explore new areas of the city, but you also get expert instruction from your professional photographer guide. Ideal for beginners to experts, this half-day street photography tour takes you from hidden laneways to leafy parks and street art to Perth’s best architectural marvels, with a break for morning tea.

Designed for wine lovers, this private wine tour from Perth is an exclusive escape to the historic Swan Valley wine region. Leave the crowds behind and enjoy award-winning wines from respected local winemakers on a personalised VIP ‘grape to glass’ experience. Visit a hand-picked selection of wineries for an indulgent day of fine wine and gourmet flavours, including a premium wine and canapé pairing. Enjoy the flexibility to savour local produce with time for a winery lunch: choose to add a main-course lunch to your tour, or dine at your own expense on the day. • Learn about wine production and regional history • Taste a range of varietals at some of the best wineries • Discover hidden gems off the tourist trail • Enjoy a curated wine and canapé pairing • Time for a relaxed winery lunch with vineyard views • Local guide with accredited wine expertise • No rushing, no crowds This tour can cater for all levels - from wine professionals through to novices and first-timers.

Experience the charm of Rottnest Island with a scenic flight from Perth. Soar above the Indian Ocean and Perth’s pristine coastline, taking in breathtaking aerial views before touching down on the island. Once there, unwind with a swim at one of Rottnest’s famous beaches and enjoy lunch at your leisure. Keep an eye out for the local inhabitants that hop around the island—quokkas.

Located in the Margaret River area, Leeuwin Estate is well-known by locals for bringing together food, art, and winemaking in one scenic location. This curated half-day experience helps you go beyond a quick tasting, combining guided insight into the winery and its Art Series produce with a multi-course tasting menu—paired with estate wines. It's a seamless alternative to juggling multiple winery visits and restaurant reservations.

Experience the immense scale of the Kalgoorlie Super Pit with a scenic flight over the top of this huge open-cut goldmine. One of the largest gold mines in Australia, the gold mine first opened in 1893 and is still operational to this day. This scenic flight gives you the chance to enjoy a unique perspective over this very human landmark and take in the sights of Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Goldfields from the sky.

Perth’s Swan Valley region might be best known for its historic wineries, but in recent years the craft brewery and microbrewery scene has really taken off. This full-day tour from Perth includes visits to some of the best breweries, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy tasting paddles of all the amazing beers. Plus, with all your transport included, you can relax and savor every mouthful without having to worry about driving home.

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this full-day tour of Mt. Barker region. Enjoy the views as you tour vineyards located in a cool climate beside national parks. Don't worry about who is going to be the designated driver as you'll be driven to several top-notch wineries in a comfortable vehicle. Wine tastings and lunch (consisting of a shared platter) are included.

Embark on an exhilarating off-road adventure on this 4-hour 4x4 tour of Pemberton's National Parks. Explore the ancient Karri forests of the Warren National Park, then head to D'Entrecasteaux National Park to stroll around Dead Man’s Lake, climb the Yeagarup sand dunes and if you’re lucky, marvel over the incredible wildflower valleys (Sept-Nov only). This small-group tour is limited to 15 people to ensure a personalized experience.

If you’ve been dreaming of watching whales in the wild, you can do so right from Broome on this half-day sunset cruise. Broome is known as a “humpback highway,” as more than 35,000 of the giant creatures travel this way every year. Get more than a glimpse of migrating whales from your spacious vessel with viewing decks, and enjoy the colors of the sunset at the same time.

Experience the dramatic coastal landscapes of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park on this half-day tour of Australia’s southwest coast from Busselton. Learn about the unique ecosystems of Geographe Bay; discover the vibrant underwater world of the Ngari Marine Park; and take in the views from Cape Naturaliste. Next, journey to the West Coast, where you can stroll the sandy beaches, spot bottlenose dolphins and Western Grey Kangaroos, and see the landmark Sugarloaf Rock. This small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and morning tea.

Just out of the city, Perth’s Bickley Valley is a quaint and quirky region, filled with rolling hills dotted with wineries, cideries, orchards, and lush forests. This full-day small-group guided tasting tour includes a visit to several hand-selected wineries, a delicious two-course lunch, and a tasting session at a local cider house, where you’ll get to sample an array of locally made ciders.

This convenient Swan Valley tour is a private tour, so you can see and do whatever you like, and customize the itinerary to suit your interests. As the Swan Valley is one of the most celebrated wine areas around Perth, you can spend much of the day enjoying food and wine-related activities, like wine tasting and visiting a chocolate factory. Animal lovers can also choose to stop at a wildlife park to check out kangaroos and more.

Perfect for those who love nature photography, get out and explore the region surrounding Perth on this full day flower photography tour, focused on orchids and wildflowers. Travel to a variety of spots in the reserves and national parks around Perth, seeing 4-6 locations over the course of the day. A tasty lunch and bottled water is also included.

See the unique, natural rock structures in the remote Pinnacle Desert during this full-day, guided tour by airplane that includes a visit to Cervantes, Rottnest Island and spectacular aerial views of the Australian landscape. High above the ground take in views of the dunes, bush, and beaches. Walk among towering limestone formations in the desert and make your way to Rottnest Island for free time at the beach.

Every spring, Perth and the surrounding countryside fills with carpets of colorful flowers and orchids in one of the greatest displays of wildflowers in the world. Led by a passionate wildflower expert and photographer, this private tour will take you to some of the best wildflower-spotting sites around the city and in the countryside. There is also the option to go on a full-day wildflower road trip out through the Central Wheatbelt.

Discover all the highlights of Perth including Fremantle, Cottesloe Beach, and Kings Park on this jam-packed day trip. A great way to squeeze in visits to all Perth’s best sights—and see some friendly kangaroos—without having to worry about planning an itinerary, renting a car, or finding parking, this full-day tour is perfect for maximizing your time in the city. You can even customize it to suit your interests (and those of your group).

The otherworldly landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert make for an amazing day trip from Perth. This private tour takes you from the city lights to the Swan Valley and up the Indian Ocean to Nambung National Park. Offering the flexibility to explore at your own pace, this full-day adventure includes a visit to a wildlife sanctuary, luxury chocolate and wine tastings, sandboarding, and a seafood lunch (own expense)

Sitting on the edge of the Perth Hills, the Swan Valley is one of the oldest wine-growing regions in Australia, but has plenty of other attractions hidden amongst the vineyards. This tailor-made private tour of the Valley is a great way to explore the things that interest you most—from historic buildings and artisan cheese, honey, coffee, and chocolate producers, to local artists and craftspeople, and wineries, breweries, and distilleries (all at own cost).

Try sightseeing by plane during this full-day, guided tour that takes you to incredible natural wonders. Fly to the arching Wave Rock seemingly frozen in place before breaking over the ground and stand in the mouth of Hippo’s Yawn. Enjoy time in a wildlife park before heading to Cervantes while enjoying an inflight lunch. Tour the Pinnacles on the ground and see them from above and soar over Endless Beach.

Make the most of your visit to Broome with a full-day tour by fixed wing plane. Discover west Kimberley's highlights including Windjana Gorge, King Leopold Ranges, Bell Gorge, Horizontal Falls, Cape Leveque, and the Indian Ocean. Land for on-the-ground visits to gorges, waterfalls, and Cape Leveque, where you have lunch and afternoon tea. Includes meals, flights, transfers, expert pilot and guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Beer mavens won’t want to miss this full-day beer journey that delves deep into the city’s vibrant brewing scene. Over the course of a day, discover five separate local breweries, with a designated driver at the wheel and coolboxes at the ready for your purchases. Get the chance to taste over 25 different beers, enjoy an included lunch and see how beers are made at Billabong Brewing.

We meet at Mandoon Estate Winery in Caversham and launch from their private jetty on the Swan River. From here, we paddle at a steady pace, taking time to enjoy the natural beauty of this quiet section of the river, home to picturesque estates and native birdlife. Along the way, we pause for raft-ups, where your experienced local guide shares stories about the river’s cultural significance and local history. We reach our turning point near the historic Woodbridge Park before beginning a gentle paddle back toward Mandoon Estate. Once back at Mandoon, you’ll be guided to either the Cellar Door or Homestead Brewery, where you can choose to enjoy optional wine or beer tastings, or extend your experience with our food packages. A perfect way to start your day in the Swan Valley.

This day tour to Mitchell Falls is a quick and easy way to explore this remote part of north-western Australia with confidence. After your flight from Broome, experience driving through an ancient Livistona Palm Forest before taking a helicopter scenic transfer to Mitchell Falls. Enjoy a picnic lunch, take a refreshing dip in the waterfalls, and finish with a return sightseeing helicopter ride admiring the Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge from above.

Thoroughly explore the coast of Western Australia between Perth and Exmouth but skip the hassle of driving on this 7-day group tour that includes accommodation, meals, and some activities. Starting in Perth, head north to Exmouth, visiting Kalbarri National Park, Shark Bay, Ningaloo Reef, and more along the way before returning to Perth. Learn more about the region through live commentary and purchase optional extra activities if you like.