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Combine visits to two prominent nature attractions outside Melbourne without having to organize your own transport with this full-day shared tour to Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Drive to the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to see its broad range of Australian wildlife. Then head to Phillip Island for the evening penguin parade, stopping at several coastal spots along the way.

To fully experience the coastline of the Wilsons Promontory National Park, hop on board this cruise on an amphibious boat. Over the course of two-and-a-half hours you’ll cruise along the coast, admiring the beautiful beaches, forests, granite mountains, and rocky outcrops of the southernmost point of mainland Australia. A chilled out activity that’s great for nature lovers.

Enjoy a more relaxed experience of Melbourne than you’d get in a traditional tour vehicle on a walking tour that provides the ultimate introduction if you're visiting for the first time. You’ll stop to hear tales and trivia that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook about top Melbourne attractions such as Federation Square, Hosier Lane, Old Melbourne Gaol, and much more.

Every neighborhood has its favorite local haunts, but it’s not easy for visitors to tap into the best insider eats. With this secret food tour, discover where those in the know dine in while learning about the neighborhood’s unique history and culture. Explore the area highlights on foot with your guide, stopping to sample a variety of popular dishes.

Experience the Great Ocean Road’s top attractions on this guided excursion that follows the iconic road in reverse. Embark on your journey and beat the crowds while learning about the region’s scenic landscapes and pretty coastal towns from an informative guide. Visit sites including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Apollo Bay, and Gibson Steps.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Melbourne, let a private guide help you get your bearings in the city on this sightseeing tour. From must-see attractions, such as Federation Square and Queen Victoria Market, to hidden gems that are all too easy to miss, your guide has the itinerary all planned out so all you have to do is enjoy the tour.

Discover a hidden gem on Phillip Island, with this cruise around the cliffs, caves, and historic sites of Cape Woolamai. Listen to informative commentary from the captain as you keep your eyes peeled for sightings of marine life such as dolphins, Australian fur seals, and seabirds. Snap photos of the dramatic coastal scenery and turquoise waters during this family-friendly cruise, which includes light refreshments and activities for children.

Travelers short on time can still experience one of Melbourne’s best day trips with this afternoon tour to Phillip Island. After a free morning, travel in the early afternoon to Phillip Island, with time for some sightseeing before watching the famous penguin parade at sunset. For people not sure what to do in the morning, you can choose to include a morning trip to ride the Puffing Billy steam train.

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.

See the best of Phillip Island on this group tour from Melbourne, where all the details are taken care of so you just need to relax and take in the sites. Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, koalas, and the adorable tiny penguins who populate the island. Make sure your cameras are charged for photos at beautiful viewpoints, like at Cowes, and more.

Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and other wildlife highlights of Victoria. Your full-day tour stops at Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife conservation park to see Australian natives such as koalas and wallabies. Explore the dramatic Cape Woolamai surf beach and the Nobbies boardwalk where you can enjoy views of the rugged south coast and often seals as well.

While many people start with the city center of Melbourne and its laneways when exploring, there’s much more to Melbourne than this one area. Experience different sides to the city in one compact tour on this shared bus tour that goes beyond the laneways and places you can easily walk to. Explore lush Melbourne Gardens, iconic graffiti Laneways and Melbourne Markets. Experience 5 curated food and drink experiences each with their own vibe and feel, before completing your tour with a drink.

Join us on our Classic Melbourne City Bike Tour with the added boost of E bikes, it is a 4 hour relaxing bicycle ride around Melbourne. This is a great ride for everyone being 95% off roads on safe bike paths and parks. You get a great orientation of Melbourne and surrounding suburbs and discover key landmarks that make this one of the worlds most liveable cities year after year. Whether you’re new to this great city or have lived here your entire life, you will be guaranteed to learn all facets of Melbourne in this one all-encompassing tour: Melbourne’s “founding”, the Aboriginals, the Eureka Stockade, our war history, the significance of sport and much more. We also include a stop in Fitzroy at one of our favorite cafes for lunch! (Please bring some extra cash for lunch.)

Melbourne is Australia’s culinary capital, but to discover the city’s foodie hotspots, you need a local guide. On this food walking tour, explore Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways and arcades; visit the city’s coolest bars, cafés, and street food stalls; and sample everything from Chinese dumplings to sweet pastries. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for an authentic local experience.

Melbourne's landmarks are spread across the city, and on your own, it's easy to walk past the ones worth stopping for. Join a small group to see the main sights with someone who knows the routes, taking in Collins Street, the MCG, Fitzroy Gardens, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the Shrine of Remembrance. It's a way to get your bearings early in a trip, then head back to the spots you want more time in.

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.

Venture beyond the tourist trail on this comprehensive 2-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne—with all logistics taken care of. Follow the renowned coastal route past windswept beaches, beautiful bays, and dramatic natural landmarks. Visit surfing beaches, spot wild kangaroos, koalas, and parrots on a bushwalk, and enjoy glorious views over Apollo Bay. After an overnight stop, continue along the Shipwreck Coast and check out natural wonders such as the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.

Get up close to Australia’s native wildlife on this memorable full-day tour of Phillip Island from Melbourne, including a handy hotel pick-up. See adorable koalas and wallabies at the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park on the Mornington Peninsula, spot Australia’s largest colony of fur seals at the Nobbies, and watch the sunset penguin parade along Phillip Island's coast. This small-group tour limits numbers to ensure a personalized experience.

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.

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.

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.

Take a scenic journey you’ll never forget on this hot air balloon ride over Melbourne, Australia. Whether you’re a tourist new to the city or you’ve lived in Melbourne your entire life, this experience will help you see the city in a whole new light. Sail above the city skyline in a basket with a small group and pilots to make sure everyone is safe and having fun.

Visitors often miss some of Melbourne’s best attractions because they don’t know how to reach the city's outer locations. This full-day tour makes visiting easy by handling the transport for you. Travel from the city out to the Dandenong Ranges to ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train, then go see all sorts of native Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary.