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Discover the beauty and culture of Sydney on this small-group e-bike tour with all navigation taken care of by your local guide. Enjoy insider commentary and directions via your Bluetooth-connected helmet, which helps you hear with ease. Explore Sydney’s attractions in just a few hours by bike, seeing Darling Harbour, Barangaroo Reserve, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Chinatown, and more.

Experience the beauty of Brisbane on this full-day wildlife and wilderness coastal tour. Offering visitors the chance to come face to face with kangaroos, birds, and even a shipwreck, this private tour is a great way to get out of the city and discover the beauty of Brisbane’s northern coastline. You’ll also visit the Osprey House Environmental Centre and swing by Scarborough boat harbor for lunch (at own cost).

Enjoy unbeatable aerial views of Kakadu National park—Australia’s largest national park—on this scenic flight. Take off from Jabiru for a thrilling flight on a light aircraft and soar over natural wonders including The Archway, the Arnhem Land escarpments, East Alligator Valley, the Mikinj Valley Billabongs, and the Magela flood plains. With a guaranteed window seat, you are assured a spectacular view, and live commentary from your pilot will make sure you don’t miss anything.

Spend the day with a local Aboriginal guide and learn about the culturally significant areas of the Kuku Yalanji people. During this guided walk, gain an understanding about the environment, as well as the foods and medicines utilized from nature. Sample some bush tucker (also called 'bush food'), collect shellfish, and try traditional Aboriginal hunting practices including spear throwing. You might even catch a mud crab.

This tour takes you on cruise through the Coffin Bay waterways to visit the oyster farm, where your guide, who is also a farmer, will help you to pluck oysters right there to enjoy, and explain all about oyster farming. You’ll get 12 fresh oysters per person. After this, you’ll travel to The Brothers islands, where you can observe the small seal colony and perhaps see some dolphins too.

Explore Sydney's highlights on a comfortable bus tour with a live guide who provides insights into the city's landmarks and history. See iconic sites like the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach while capturing memorable moments at carefully chosen photo stops. Get local tips and advice from your guide for the rest of your trip.

Uncover the best of Brisbane—without being stuck on a busy sightseeing bus—thanks to this small-group guided walking tour. Along the way, pass by City Hall, the City Botanic Gardens, and Queensland Parliament House—all with entertaining stories from your guide that you’d miss out on if exploring alone. Enjoy included snacks and a gift during your intimate tour experience.

Uncover a spookier side of Brisbane CBD with a ghostly walking tour that reveals tales of the city's eerie past. Listen to historic stories that span 200 years of crime and tragedy as your guide leads you through the streets. Discover spots you'd otherwise miss and hear fascinating yet chilling anecdotes—all with a suitably macabre twist.

Step back in time and explore the vibrant history of Hobart, all while enjoying some of the finest local brews, wines and ciders! Join a Dave on a fascinating, fun-filled walking tour that combines the stories of Hobart’s past with a taste of its present-day pub culture. This experience takes you to Australia’s oldest pub and some of its oldest buildings, where you’ll hear captivating tales of early settlers, convict heritage, maritime legends, and the rise of Hobart’s social scene, all narrated with a dose of humor and enthusiasm by your expert guide, Dave. As you stroll through the charming streets of Hobart’s waterfront and historic districts, you’ll stop at four local watering holes where you’ll enjoy samples of Tasmania’s finest craft beers, ciders, and wine, all made on the island. Come thirsty for knowledge and drinks—Dave will make sure you leave with a smile (and maybe a few more pub stories of your own)! Cheers!

Learn a bit about Australia's convict history at the Kingston convict site on Norfolk Island on this tour from Burnt Pine. You'll visit the settlement of the island's first penal colony, which is part of the Australian Convict Sites UNESCO World Heritage Site.

See Darwin’s highlights on a handy half-day tour by bus. Learn about Darwin’s World War II history at the Defence of Darwin Experience, with admission to this military heritage site included. Explore the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, and stop by the 1934 Qantas Hangar and Darwin Aviation Museum, among other sites on this comprehensive introduction to Darwin. Includes handy hotel transfers; caravan parks cost extra.

Quickly see the highlights of Airlie Beach with this Airlie Hopper sightseeing tour: Hop on a minibus and relax while your guide takes care of planning and logistics. Make the rounds of the Queensland coastal resort town, seeing Airlie Beach Lagoon, Cedar Creek Falls, and the Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation. Then, stop for lunch at a retro 1950s diner (own expense).

A great way to maximize your time onshore in Tasmania, this fun-filled group trip includes a sightseeing tour around Hobart and Richmond, a trip up a mountain (by vehicle), and a visit to a wildlife sanctuary. Depending on time, either drive by or stop at the oldest brewery in Australia. Perfect for cruise ship shore excursions, the tour starts and ends at Tasports in Hobart, although pickup from other destinations can be requested.

Planning tastings and transport in the Margaret River region can be time-consuming, especially if you want to sample its wines without worrying about driving. This small-group tour takes care of the logistics, visiting three handpicked wineries for guided tastings, with lunch included at one of the venues. Along the way, enjoy a bonus stop to sample locally made chocolates, then finish the day at a regional brewery, where you can purchase beers to try if you choose.

Take a walk through Melbourne's seedy side on a true crime tour of Fitzroy, once the city’s most dangerous and notorious district. Feel transported back to the turn of the 20th century while a historian guide shares the dark deeds of thieves, murderers, gang bosses, pimps, and other scoundrels who once stalked the streets. Meet these hardened criminals through a booklet with historic photos that bring the chilling stories to life.

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Cradle Mountain National Park is part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Tasmanian Wilderness and home to the famous Overland Track. This day tour is ideal for anyone who want to explore the natural landscapes without committing to a long-distance hike. Admire views of Cradle Mountain from various vantage points, enjoy guided walks, and see the acclaimed Sheffield Murals. A picnic lunch is also included, to keep you energized.

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.

Sydney’s Chinatown is full of excellent restaurants, and this small-group tour showcases locally loved hot spots you might miss if exploring independently. Sample a range of street foods and snacks from some of Chinatown’s best restaurants, and explore Sydney’s long connection with China. At the end of the tour, get a souvenir and a guide to Chinatown, covering all the best restaurants and what to order.

With a 2-day pass for Tasmania’s Port Arthur Historic Site, you can explore this former convict colony, located on the Tasman Peninsula and part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Australian Convict Sites, with the flexibility and time to make the most of your visit. Included are a self-guided audio tour, daily site talks, access to the 30-plus ruins and historical buildings, a cruise on the harbor, and a visitor guide with a map. Follow the Convict Water Supply Trail, learn what life was like as a prisoner, and see where officers lived.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides medical services by plane to Australia’s most remote outback areas. With this ticket, visit the RFDS tourist facility in Darwin to learn more about the work of the RFDS team and hear heroic rescue stories, as well as discover stories about the World War II Bombing of Darwin. Enjoy interactive exhibits including a VR presentation and explore inside an RFDS aircraft.

Discover the joy of coming face to face with majestic humpback whales while cruising across the ocean on a sailing boat on this fun-filled tour from Sydney Harbour. Running between May and November, the annual whale migration is a sight to behold. This small-group sailing tour gives travelers the chance to cruise alongside these incredible creatures without noisy engines or megaphones, so you can enjoy an immersive and wild natural experience.

Step back in time and explore downtown Melbourne’s gangster past. Discover buildings along Lonsdale Street that were once brothels and speakeasies from the 1870s to the 1930s. Hear myths and legends about the famous gangsters of the era such as Squizzy Taylor and the slum of ‘Little Lon,’ and how these gangs used lolly shops—candy stores—as fronts for massive drug operations.

Get out of Hobart for the day without the hassle of driving yourself on a full-day tour to Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula. Stop at many scenic lookouts along the way. Explore the storied prison camp of UNESCO-listed Port Arthur (tickets cost extra) and enjoy a harbor cruise. Stay for a full four hours or reboard the bus after three to visit the nearby Remarkable Cave before returning to Hobart.