Hand-picked tours across Victoria
Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Victoria for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

Wilsons Promontory Full Day Cruise
Spend nine hours aboard the Brianna Lee exploring Wilsons Promontory National Park's rugged coastline. You'll cruise past the iconic lighthouse, granite islands and seal colonies whilst spotting dolphins, eagles and seals. The highlight is a two-hour beach stop at Refuge Cove for swimming, snorkelling and lunch on white sand. Morning tea, afternoon tea and snacks keep you fuelled throughout the day.

4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne's Iconic Highlights with Guide
A four-hour private exploration of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s standout landmarks, guided by a local who knows the city's rhythms. You'll travel in a comfortable vehicle with up to six others, stopping at the spots that define the place—whether that's Victorian architecture, street art laneways, or riverside precincts. Hotel collection and drop-off included; bring your own curiosity about what makes this city tick.

Alices Journeys Walking Tours of Daylesford 2.30pmFRI 11.30amSAT
Alice's Journeys leads small groups through Daylesford's architectural heritage and cultural landmarks, uncovering the town's layered past through a local guide's knowledge. The 90-minute walk visits significant buildings and sites, with entry included to the Daylesford and District Museum. Available Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings, these tours suit families, groups and curious individuals wanting to move beyond the surface of this regional Victorian town.

Mornington Peninsula Hike and Hot Springs Day Tour - Small Group
A 10-hour loop through Victoria's Mornington Peninsula combines coastal hiking with geothermal relaxation. Small groups (4–11 people) start at Arthur's Seat for sweeping views, then trek 5km through Bushrangers Bay spotting kangaroos and native birds before visiting Cape Schanck lighthouse. After refuelling at a local cafe, you'll spend two hours soaking in Peninsula Hot Springs' natural thermal pools and day-spa facilities. Best suited to those with solid fitness levels and a taste for mixing walking with warm water.

Dusk Discovery Tour
Step into an Otways sanctuary at dusk when nocturnal creatures stir and day-active animals settle in for the night. This 90-minute walk through predator-free habitat lets you watch wildlife behave naturally, without enclosures or barriers. Groups stay small at ten people maximum, giving you space to photograph golden-hour light and spot native species going about their evening routines. Every dollar of profit funds conservation work on Australia's most vulnerable animals.

3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour
Three days exploring Victoria's most celebrated natural attractions and urban highlights. Day one sweeps along the Great Ocean Road's dramatic coastline, day two heads to Phillip Island for the nightly penguin return, and you'll fit in a complimentary [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) city tour at your own pace. Travel in a comfortable coach with small groups (max 24), multilingual audio support, and breakfast included each morning.

Mornington Peninsula Day Tour. Your Day Your Way. Your group only
Explore the Mornington Peninsula with a dedicated guide steering a private vehicle just for your group of up to six. This 10.5-hour loop sweeps through dramatic coastline, quiet fishing villages, and national parkland south of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), with the itinerary shaped by your interests. Stop longer at a particular beach, detour to a walking trail, or skip ahead—the guide adapts throughout the day. Ideal for cruise passengers with variable schedules.

Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife - Private Regional Tour
Spend 7–9 hours exploring Victoria's Yarra Valley on a private tour built around your interests. You'll taste wines at cellar doors, sample locally made cheese or gin, and stop for gourmet morning tea and lunch at regional producers. The valley sits among mountain ranges and borders one of Australia's premier wildlife sanctuaries, so wildlife spotting sits alongside food and drink.

From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Mornington Peninsula
This self-paced hop-on hop-off service lets you explore the Mornington Peninsula's wine country at your own rhythm, just an hour south of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Over seven hours, you'll visit up to four wineries of your choosing from a set timetable, with commentary and an audio guide app to enhance the experience. You're in control of the itinerary—the operator simply provides transport, chilled water, and a coolbox to stash your finds.

YARRA VALLEY Private Wine tour for couples
A six-to-seven-hour private tour through Victoria's Yarra Valley wine region, tailored for couples seeking a guided tasting experience. Your local driver navigates you between handpicked boutique cellar doors, with the flexibility to swap in gin distilleries, breweries, chocolateries or other producers mid-tour. You'll taste wines at a minimum of two venues, enjoy a grazing meal paired with your choice of wine or tasting flight, and benefit from insider knowledge of the region's back roads and hidden spots.

Puffing Billy Tour and Penguin Parade from Melbourne
Combine two iconic Victorian experiences in a single day: a morning steam-train journey through the Dandenong Ranges aboard Puffing Billy, then an afternoon trip to Phillip Island to watch little penguins return to shore at dusk. The route crosses the historic Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge with views of fern gullies and mountain ash. After the train, you'll have free time in central [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) before heading south to the Nobbies clifftop boardwalk and the Penguin Parade. Tour runs 14–17 hours with hotel pickup and small-group guides.

Full Day Private Custom Tour of Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
A private guided drive along Victoria's spectacular coastal route takes you to the 12 Apostles and beyond. Your local driver navigates the Great Ocean Road's dramatic cliffside stretches, stopping at viewpoints and lesser-known spots suited to your interests. Running 10–11 hours door-to-door from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), this tailored experience fits up to seven travellers in a comfortable vehicle, with hotel collection included.

Mornington Peninsula Wine Region Tour
Spend eight hours exploring the Mornington Peninsula's vineyard circuit with knowledgeable hosts who know the region's winemakers and stories intimately. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz between cellar doors, tasting what local producers are crafting whilst learning the landscape and characters behind each bottle. Lunch at one of the wineries is included, making this a relaxed day of discovery rather than a rushed tick-box exercise.

Airport Transfers - Chauffeur Car & Limo Services of Melbourne
Reliable airport transfers throughout [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with professional drivers available round the clock. Expect courteous pickup at arrivals with name-sign greeting, plus climate-controlled comfort for the 30–50 minute journey to your destination. The service includes airport parking and tolls, bottled water, phone charging, and wifi on request. Drivers prioritise your safety and preferences, accommodating wheelchairs, prams, and service animals without fuss.

Melbourne City Scenic Helicopter Ride
Fly solo above [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) in a private helicopter, banking past the MCG, St Kilda's Boardwalk and the Shrine of Remembrance in twenty minutes. You'll rise from the tarmac at 1,200 feet with the city's skyline as your launching pad, swing out over Port Phillip Bay past the Spirit of Tasmania, then trace the coast and landmarks that define the city before banking back toward the CBD. Bose headsets keep the noise at bay while you frame shots of the Yarra River, cricket ground and gardens all at once.

Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience
Spend eight hours touring three working estates in Victoria's Yarra Valley, tasting wines at each stop and tucking into a two-course lunch paired with a glass of your choice. The valley's winemaking heritage unfolds through a guide's commentary as you move between vineyards in an air-conditioned coach. Round out the afternoon at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery before heading back to Richmond, just outside [Melbourne](/places/melbourne).

Yarra River Half-Day Rafting Experience
Spend three hours paddling the Yarra River with a crew of qualified white-water guides who know this stretch inside out. Based in Australia, this half-day outing suits everyone from first-timers to seasoned paddlers. You'll navigate live water in a small-group setting, with safety kit provided and a shuttle back to base included. The team runs corporate groups, school parties and individuals with equal professionalism, backed by 15+ years of river time and rescue credentials.

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley + Breakfast
Launch before dawn over Victoria's Yarra Valley wine region for an hour aloft, watching light flood across vineyards and farmland. Your pilot reads wind patterns to find the smoothest thermals and a safe touchdown spot. Float quietly above the landscape as the valley wakes, then descend to Rochford Wines for a spread of pastries, fruit, and coffee. The full outing runs 3–5 hours.

Half Day E-Bike Hire Echuca
Explore Echuca's riverside paths on a Green Pedal e-bike over four hours. The Murray River region rolls out flat and manageable, perfect for testing electric bikes before committing to one. You'll collect your bike at Murray Esplanade with a safety rundown, map, and local route recommendations in hand. No steep climbs, no drama—just pedalling at your own pace through countryside that suits everyone.

Yarra Valley by night! Private wine, whisky and dinner tour
A private evening escape from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) into the Yarra Valley's wine country. Departing between 3pm and 5pm, you'll spend five to six hours tasting wines and spirits at local producers, meeting the winemakers behind them, then settling into dinner at Meletos as vineyard views fade into twilight. Your guide steers you toward their favourite spots—expect a proper introduction to the Valley's drinking culture, not a tourist tick-box.

2-Hour Self-Drive Boat Hire on the Yarra River
Captain your own Harvey A vessel down [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Yarra River for two hours without needing a licence. Cruise with up to nine others past the Botanical Gardens, MCG, Southbank and Docklands, choosing morning, lunch or afternoon slots that suit your schedule. The boat comes equipped for casual entertaining—fridge, champagne buckets, stereo and table settings included—though you'll bring your own food and drinks.

Street Food & Street Art, Backroads & Boroughs
Spend six hours navigating [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s backstreets, laneways and neighbourhoods with a local who knows the city's food and street art scene inside out. Rather than ticking off landmarks, you'll eat your way through the city—sampling espresso from independent roasters, pastries from neighbourhood bakeries, artisanal cheese and chocolate—while stopping to chat with the makers behind the work. Your guide tailors the route to your interests, meaning no two tours are alike. It's the kind of introduction that actually helps you understand how Melburnians live.

Yarra River Waterbike Tour
Pedal a human-powered waterbike down [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Yarra River in 90 minutes, steering through urban landmarks and leafy river pockets without an engine's roar. You'll glide past iconic bridges and city architecture whilst the gentle current carries you through one of Australia's most recognisable waterways. The bikes produce zero emissions, keeping the river ecosystem undisturbed, and the low-slung perspective puts you at water level for angles most visitors miss. Lifejacket included; public transport stops nearby.

Great Ocean Road Coastal Spectcular with Wildlife Wonders
This 11.5-hour coastal drive reverses the typical Great Ocean Road route to sidestep tour-bus queues and catch softer morning light at the 12 Apostles. You'll visit a working chocolate farm, descend into Loch Ard Gorge to hear its shipwreck history, walk through Otway Ranges rainforest, and lunch at a seaside cafe. The route follows the Surfcoast Shire's winding coastal road, stopping for photos and spotting wild koalas near Kennet River and kangaroos at Anglesea golf course. A quality ice-creamery visit rounds out the day.

Private Two Day Great Ocean Road Tour
A private two-day drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 10am with your own guide and vehicle. You'll explore the 12 Apostles rock formations, detour through Great Otway National Park and Maits Rest rainforest, then stay overnight in the coastal town of Apollo Bay. Day two takes you deeper into Port Campbell National Park before returning to Melbourne by 4pm. Suits all fitness levels from age 12 up.

Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region
Pedal through the Yarra Valley's vineyard-studded landscape on the Warburton Rail Trail, a flat six-hour loop perfect for those wanting countryside without intensity. Your guide steers you past market gardens and native bushland, stopping for morning coffee before heading to a cellar door lunch featuring wood-fired pizza and local wine. The afternoon unfolds at your own pace across produce shops and more tastings, tailored to your appetite and fitness level.

Great Ocean Road Private Tour
Travel the full 244-kilometre stretch of Australia's Great Ocean Road on a private, guided tour lasting 11.5 hours. Your licensed driver navigates you through dramatic coastal landscapes—shipwrecks, sandstone cliffs, rainforest pockets and rock-pool bays—at your own pace, with the option to reverse the standard route and sidestep peak-season crowds. The tour covers vehicle and guide only, making larger groups better value.

Private custom Penguin Tour with Premium Penguin Tickets
This private 10-hour tour takes you to Phillip Island to witness the nightly Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at dusk. Your local guide drives a small group (up to six) in a luxury vehicle, stopping at dramatic coastal landmarks including Cape Woolamai and The Nobbies, where you'll spot native wildlife in their natural habitat. Premium viewing tickets are included, offering front-row access to the parade. Hotel pickup and drop-off make logistics straightforward.

Mornington Peninsula Gourmet Full-Day Private Tour
A private eight-hour circuit of Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, combining coastal walks, wildlife encounters, and producer visits with a vineyard lunch. Your local guide drives you through one of [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s most compelling regions, threading together wineries, artisanal food makers, and native bushland. Morning tea, tastings, and a packed meal among the vines come included; you'll meet winemakers, hand-feed koalas, and spot galleries or distilleries along the way.

Ultimate Peninsula Adventure: Stand Up Paddle, Hot Springs, Hike, Lunch & Winery
A nine-hour romp through Victoria's Mornington Peninsula combining paddleboarding, bushwalking, natural swimming holes and thermal springs. You'll launch into sheltered bays for a SUP lesson, trek through coastal scrub to secluded rock pools, refuel with local produce, soak in geothermal waters and finish with a winery tasting. The day threads together adventure and restoration across one of southeast Australia's most varied coastal regions.

Eat & Drink Melbourne: A Hospo-Led Walking Tour
Led by hospitality insiders, this three-hour walking tour uncovers [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s food and drink DNA through hands-on experience. Start with espresso at a working inner-city roastery, then browse the city's oldest market sampling cured meats, cheeses, and seasonal produce. Lunch at a neighbourhood spot reveals how Melbourne's dining scene draws from cultures worldwide, before finishing with a beer at a local brewery. You'll leave with a tote bag and genuine insight into what locals actually eat and drink.

*Most Popular* Winery Tour in the Macedon Ranges
Spend a day tasting your way through the Macedon Ranges, Victoria's cool-climate wine region just outside [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). This 10-hour tour takes small groups through family-run wineries, craft breweries, and gin distilleries with knowledgeable local guides. You'll meet the makers behind the bottles, understand what makes the region's terroir special, and enjoy food pairings at each stop. Perfect for mates, couples, or small celebrations seeking something beyond the usual city escape.

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch
A 12-hour small group tour along Australia's Great Ocean Road, exploring the dramatic Twelve Apostles rock formations and Loch Ard Gorge with a guide who brings local knowledge to the journey. Your minibus—small enough to reach spots larger coaches can't access—includes morning tea by the shore and lunch, with genuine interaction that feels more like travelling with mates than ticking boxes on a tour itinerary.

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
Wander Ballarat's laneways and backstreets on a 2 hour 15 minute guided walk uncovering the city's stranger stories. Visit the Town Hall, Mechanics Institute, and the spot where Peter Lalor fired up the Eureka rebellion, whilst a local guide reveals the oddities and histories tucked behind ordinary shopfronts. Stop halfway for tea, coffee or chai, then leave with a limited-edition art print of the city.

'56 Chevrolet 3-hr Melbourne Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)
Cruise [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) in a restored 1950s Chevrolet for three hours, tailored to your interests. Choose a preset route or design your own—head north to the Dandenongs, east towards the Yarra Valley wineries, south to Port Phillip Bay's beaches, or west into goldfields country. Stop at galleries, breweries, cafés, coastal walks or historic towns depending on your direction. Departures run 10am to 4pm daily, accommodating up to four passengers.

Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Experience the Great Ocean Road's most celebrated landmarks on this full-day expedition from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Departing early on Wednesday mornings, you'll beat the peak crowds while your local guide steers you through twelve hours of coastal scenery—towering cliffs, hidden coves, and the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations. All transport, guide expertise, and national park access are included; bring your own snacks or plan meal stops en route.
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[PRIVATE TOUR] 12 Apostles | Great Ocean Road | Day Trip
A private 10–11 hour coastal drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road takes you past the dramatic 12 Apostles rock formations, through pockets of ancient rainforest, and along cliff-edge stretches where native wildlife roams freely. Your driver navigates the full suite of highlights at a pace that suits your group, with stops tailored to what you want to see and how long you want to linger.

Great Ocean Road Full Day Private Experience
A 12–13 hour private drive along Australia's Great Ocean Road reveals far more than the famous Twelve Apostles. Your guide navigates you through windswept coastal towns, past surf breaks and rainforest reserves, to shipwreck sites and sculpted rock formations. Stop where you wish, spot native wildlife from koalas to kangaroos, and choose your own pace. Morning or afternoon tea is included; lunch options range from casual to two courses. The route is fully customisable to your interests and energy levels.

Small Group Personalised Private Tours Melbourne (up to 14 pax)
Customised private tours around [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) and regional Victoria with experienced drivers who know the territory well. Choose your own itinerary—from the dramatic cliffs of Great Ocean Road to the rolling vineyards of Yarra Valley or Phillip Island's wildlife spectacles. Travels in spacious, comfortable vehicles for groups up to 14 people or solo explorers, with fixed transparent pricing and all essentials included. Tours run from one hour to a full day depending on your interests.
