Top Melbourne Day Trips - page 2

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Cruise the iconic Murray River aboard a heritage paddle steamer and explore the vibrant wildlife at Kyabram Fauna Park. This full-day adventure from Melbourne invites you to meet kangaroos, koalas, and the unique cassowary in their natural habitat. Discover the charming river port of Echuca and capture the stunning silo art murals that celebrate local culture. Conclude your day at the breathtaking Pink Cliffs Reserve, where mineral-rich formations offer a fantastic backdrop for memorable photos. This tour is ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts looking to uncover the beauty of regional Victoria. - Includes entry to Kyabram Fauna Park - Visit the historic port of Echuca - 1-hour river cruise on paddle steamer - Vibrant Silo Art Trail - Visit the Pink Cliffs - Friendly and informative guide provided throughout the journey

Murray River Paddle Steamer and Wildlife Experience Tour

Murray River Paddle Steamer and Wildlife Experience Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit the wineries in the Yarra Valley without having to drive yourself on this hop-on hop-off bus service from Melbourne. The valley is rich in wineries, and it’s up to you to choose which ones to visit—up to four—without having to worry about driving. Have as many tastings as you want (at your own expense), knowing you have a driver to take you to the next one, and to get you back to Melbourne safely. Note: buses loop around every hour and some venues might require bookings.

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From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - RED Route

From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - RED Route

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend a full day exploring the landmarks of the Great Ocean Road. Watch the sunset at the famous Twelve Apostles rock formation, pass the Otway Ranges and spot koalas, explore landmarks in Port Campbell National Park and more. Known as one of Australia's most beautiful drives and one of Victoria's most popular destinations, the Great Ocean Road offers great photo ops of coastal scenery, picturesque seaside towns and pristine wilderness—a must-do excursion from Melbourne.

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Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne

11 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover the flavors of the Yarra Valley on this full-day wine tour from Melbourne. With all the logistics taken care of, it's a hassle-free way to explore beyond the city while also sampling some of the area's best produce. Enjoy guided tastings at four boutique and highly acclaimed wineries, and dine on a delicious two-course shared lunch with a glass of wine included. Round-off the day with a visit to an artisanal chocolate factory, with the option to purchase some sweet treats at the end. On select days, you also have the option to swap one winery experience for a craft gin distillery or local brewery tasting.

Enjoy an epic Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne with Dancing Kangaroo Tours.

Melbourne: Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour & Lunch - Gin/Beer Upgrade

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Spend a day in the calming countryside outside of Melbourne on this day trip to the Mornington Peninsula. With a small group, spend the day wining and dining at some of the area’s best venues such as Yabby Lake Winery, Crittenden Estate, and Stoniers Vineyard. You also make a stop at the 1920s Merricks General Store for a delicious lunch paired with a glass of wine. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Mornington Peninsula Wine Day Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of your time in the Yarra Valley by taking this small-group tour from Melbourne, where you try the best produce in the valley, and also try several varieties of regional wine. Plenty of tastings are included, but there are chances to purchase additional products, too. Sit back and relax as you’re driven from place to place, and keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos near the end of your tour.

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Yarra Valley Foodies Tour: Chandon & Sunset Kangaroo Experience

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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Wilsons Promontory Hiking Day Tour – Small Group (4–11 Guests)

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Tasting your way around the Yarra Valley means driving between wineries and producers spread across the region, the designated driver missing out. Ride out from Melbourne with the route and transport handled, stopping at family-run wineries, a dairy, a distillery, and a chocolate maker along the way. Sample wine, cheese, gin, and chocolate as you go, with a wood-fired pizza lunch built into the day.

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Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Yarra Valley Redwoods Tour with Winery Lunch or Wildlife Option

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from $138

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne

10 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour

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.

Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Australia’s Great Ocean Road on this day trip from Melbourne. Admire the natural beauty of Victoria’s coastline, from surfing beaches to the Twelve Apostles rock formations. You’ll make stops at seaside villages, watch for wildlife like parrots and koalas, and travel through the Otway Ranges as you make your way to Cape Otway to climb the country’s oldest mainland lighthouse.

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Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Maximize your time in Australia, and check off two of Victoria's top wildlife spectacles in just one day on this comprehensive tour. From Melbourne, head to the Nobbies to soak up views of Philip Island's south coast, and check out the colony of resident fur seals. Then, it's time to spot some of the area's cutest residents, little penguins (also known as "fairy penguins"). As the night rolls in, watch as hundreds waddle along the beach and head into their burrows.

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $99

Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour Experience a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery with our Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour. Start your adventure with a nostalgic steam train ride through lush Australian landscapes. Feel the excitement as you travel back in time, enjoying the scenic views along the way. Next, head to Penguin Island to witness the magical Penguin Parade. As the sun sets, watch hundreds of adorable little penguins waddle from the sea to their burrows, creating a truly unforgettable wildlife experience. Your expert guide will share fascinating facts about the penguins and their conservation. With comfortable air-conditioned transport, a guide, and Steam Train and Penguin Standard Viewing tickets included, this seamless tour offers the perfect day out for nature lovers and families. Book your Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour now for a memorable Australian adventure!

Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour

Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour

11 to 12 hours

4.0

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from $137

Explore over 75 mineral-rich thermal pools nestled in native bushland at Peninsula Hot Springs

Mornington Peninsula Small Group Wine & Hot Springs with Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel the Great Ocean Road while avoiding the crowds, when you book this small-group reverse itinerary tour. Drive straight from Melbourne to the famous Twelve Apostles, then slowly make your way back to the city. Stop at sites such as Teddy’s Lookout, Gibsons Steps, Apollo Bay, and more while also keeping an eye out for wildlife like kangaroos and koalas. Enjoy incredible views over the sea while you learn all about the road and its storied past.

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Special Offer

Premium Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse with Pickup - Max 10-14

Premium Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse with Pickup - Max 10-14

11 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal inclusive of beverages. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine, and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port, and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Our wine tour is a social, down to earth and laid back trip that offers great wines, gin,cider and more. And we have a laugh doing it! We'll pick you up in the morning and focus on everyone getting to know each other. We get everyone to add to a Spotify playlist so we have some tunes and spend the first hour just chatting! Everything is always flexible with our tour, and we always aims to give people choices, but since we are on a bit of a time constraint, we have constructed this itinerary to showcase the best of the best of the Yarra Valley, but also showing a few hidden gems. Generally we do 2 wineries with tastings included, a restaurant at your own expense, and finally a round of drinks on us @ the scenic Domaine Chandon. We don't include lunch in the price, so we go to a restaurant (Quarters) where you can pay what you want to eat/drink. That all said, we ask the group in the morning if they would like anything different and have been known to split the group up if need be!

Cruise Ship Friendly Yarra Valley Wine Tour with Port Pickup

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $139

Experience Phillip Island in small-group comfort with no more than 11 guests—not 24 or 27 people on a coach. Travel in a modern Mercedes-Benz Vito or Sprinter with comfortable seating and climate control. Our exceptional guides combine wildlife knowledge, warm service and Penguin Parade advice to keep the day relaxed and organised. Provide any Melbourne CBD hotel, apartment or nominated address. We will collect you there and return you to the same place after the Penguin Parade. Guests outside the CBD receive a convenient meeting point. Visit Moonlit Sanctuary, with admission included, to see koalas, kangaroos and other Australian wildlife. Continue to The Nobbies for dramatic coastal views while looking for wild wallabies and native birdlife, then watch little penguins return ashore after sunset. Choose General Viewing or Penguins Plus when booking. Penguins Plus requires confirmation and is subject to availability. Other viewing tickets may be requested for an additional charge.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour – Max 11

Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour – Max 11

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover the rugged mountains and wildflower valleys of the Grampians National Park on this full-day tour from Melbourne—no need to tackle local roads yourself. Once there, learn about Aboriginal culture, have lunch in Halls Gap (own expense), then climb to the Boroka Lookout for fantastic views of the Mt. William and Serra Ranges. Hike to see the dramatic Balconies, view the idyllic Mackenzie Falls, and spot wild kangaroos roaming through the valleys.

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Grampians National Park with Australian Wildlife and Morning Tea

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $108

Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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from $65

Marvel at the ever-changing street art gallery that makes Melbourne's laneways world-famous

Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

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Manjunath_B, Aug 2026

Day well spent amidst nature and animals!

An amazing experience for nature lovers and people wishing to see and interact with indigenous animals from Australia. From picturesque beaches to Kangaroos, Wallabies & Koalas, to the highlight of the tour - Penguins!, the tour is a fulfilling experience. We were hosted by Cloe from the Go West Tours team and she was a delight. Hugely supportive with helpful hints to make the most of our experience, heavily knowledgeable on places & thier history and doing it all with a bright smile 😊. Thank you Cloe for making my visit to Philipp Island memorable. A must do for nature enthusiasts like me!

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests

Rocio_P, Aug 2026

An Absolutely Incredible Day – Highly Recommended!

This tour exceeded all of our expectations and was easily one of the most enjoyable day trips we’ve had. One of the best parts was that there were only six people on the tour, which made it feel very relaxed and personal. We never felt rushed and had plenty of time to explore and enjoy each stop. The itinerary was fantastic, with a wonderful mix of rainforest, stunning beaches, charming coastal towns, and spectacular scenery. We enjoyed a delicious lunch in Apollo Bay, visited a chocolate factory, and were lucky enough to see a koala and lots of kangaroos in the wild! A huge thank you to our guide, Glen. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, kind, and organised, and he really made the day special. He shared interesting information throughout the trip, made sure everyone was comfortable, and was always happy to answer questions. The reverse itinerary meant we avoided the crowds at the major sights, and the small group made the whole experience even more enjoyable. It was an unforgettable day!

Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour from Melbourne

Christine_S, Aug 2026

Very special magical day

Such a privilege to see these amazing creatures up close. Added bonus was visiting the koala sanctuary. Our driver on the day was just the best. She was concious of our special circumstances and she looked after us so well. She went well and truly above and beyond and we will never forget her kindness. Sadly I can't remember her name but I want her and her employer to know that she was a true highlight of, not just our day but our whole holiday

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Lynne_B, Aug 2026

Penguins plus!!

What a fantastic day! Our guide Kevin helped us feel welcome from the first hello, gave excellent narrative, brought all of us 'bus people' together despite any language barriers. He truly loves Melbourne and wanted us to appreciate the city and environs through his eyes. The music playlist an entertaining touch... I enjoyed his playful yet passionate approach to his work, clearly his calling, and his expertise throughout the day as we anticipated the penguin experience. The crowds there were less daunting thanks to Kevin's skillful navigation and artistic white board visuals! This was a day and night to remember, made even more memorable thanks to Kevin’s first-rate guiding and of course innate GENIUS!!

Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour

Bipin_P, Aug 2026

An Unforgettable Great Ocean Road Experience- Luke was Fantastic!

What an absolutely amazing day! The Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles tour is one experience you simply should not miss when visiting Melbourne. The scenery throughout the journey is breathtaking - at times it genuinely feels like heaven on earth. A huge part of what made the tour so memorable was our guide and driver, Luke. What a fantastic guy! He was driving, guiding, sharing interesting information, keeping everyone engaged, cracking jokes with his great Aussie humour, playing energetic music and even singing along! His ability to multitask while keeping the whole group entertained was impressive. He was proactive, friendly and full of energy, and made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the experience. There was never a dull moment with Luke! A particularly nice touch was our first stop for coffee, hot beverages and light refreshments before continuing the long journey. It was a cold morning, so being able to enjoy something warm along with the refreshments was very welcome and a thoughtful gesture that we really appreciated. The stops along the Great Ocean Road were spectacular. We especially enjoyed exploring Apollo Bay, spending time around the beautiful beach and enjoying the local Aussie food and atmosphere. Another highlight for us was the optional helicopter ride over the 12 Apostles, available at an additional cost. We chose to do it and really enjoyed the experience. Seeing the magnificent coastline and rock formations from the air gave us a completely different perspective and made an already spectacular day even more memorable. Overall, this was an excellent, high-energy, scenic and thoroughly entertaining tour. Everything was well organised and well explained, and Luke’s personality, humour and enthusiasm really brought the whole experience to life. If you’re visiting Melbourne and considering the Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles tour, don’t miss it! And if Luke is your guide, you’re in for a fantastic and entertaining day. Highly recommended! 🇦🇺👏

Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Beverly_K, Aug 2026

An interesting and varied...

An interesting and varied day. I loved the wildlife park, which is beautifully laid out in full of fascinating animals. Little penguin experience was great, particularly seeing them making their way to their burrows on the hill. John, our driver and Guide, was knowledgeable, friendly and super helpful.

Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

Jacqueline_M, Aug 2026

Fantastic Tour

This excursion was fantastic from start to finish. The Puffing Billy Steam Train is amazing and such great fun. The Nobbues, wild, rugged and beautiful. The Penguin Parade magical, to see the penguins in their natural habitat was a wonder to behold. This is a must do trip. Our guide Tony was helpful, informative and kept us to time. 100/10 from us.

Yarra Valley Wine & Winery Tour from Melbourne - All Inclusive!

Leo_V, Jul 2026

Absolutely wonderful...

Absolutely wonderful experience. Kids-friendly, especially since there were several kids on the tour, and it takes them 1/2 a second to become friends and play together. Tour guide Steve was absolutely awesome and made this day one of the most memorable days of our vacation.

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

Japjit_B, Jun 2026

Fun packed day with a...

Fun packed day with a informative and lively guide "Doc" ..... the wineries are awesome, the journey - scenic route throughout , across wineries, farms, apple orchards etc.....lots of pics across amazing countryside....the start was magical with kangaroos sighting very close to the road... a shout out to fellow travelers who were a lively bunch of people......

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests

Deanna_W, Jun 2026

Epic Great Ocean Road Trip - what an adventure!

Our driver was so friendly and made our trip so great. The reverse route gets you to the oceanside areas before the big tour buses and crowds. The drive was beautiful, the ocean stops were breathtaking and then the drive through the mountains and rain forest was a whole other adventure - we saw Koalas in the trees and a huge mob of kangaroos feeding and hopping around a hillside pasture area, made stops in cute beachside towns and hung out with the wild cockatoos! Highly recommend this trip - a major highlight of our 3 week trip to Australia and NZ and would absolutely do this exact tour again!!!

Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

Josephine_B, May 2026

Awesome ride!

It was absolutely worth it. Our tour guide, Nathan was an awesome bloke. Friendly and quite knowledgeable on the area. The mini bus was comfortable, neat and tidy. Loved the small hike st the beginning before riding the train. Train ride was great! Did this nearing winter and the air was crisp - love the views! Would definitely recommend for anyone planning to do something in Melbourne. Shouldn't miss this!