Day trips from Melbourne
712 bookable experiences
The best day out of Melbourne is usually the one someone else drives. These trips handle the transfers, the timings and the tickets, and have you back by evening.
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Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests
HIGHLIGHTS: Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline? If you said yes, you're ready to join us on this multi-awarded Great Ocean…

Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails await. Then, board the iconic Puffing Billy…

Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour
After being picked up from a convenient central Melbourne CBD location in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, your first stop will be the picturesque Emerald Lake in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges where you…

Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade
Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins emerges from the water to make their way to the burrows in the…

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour
WE HAVE THOUSANDS OF FIVE STAR REVIEWS! We operate 7 days a week without fail! And it is a great thing to do if you are in Melbourne and it is raining all day! After years of providing private group tours for friends,…

Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour
Embark on an unforgettable one-day adventure along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, where stunning ocean views, lush rainforests, and fascinating history await. Start with a scenic drive to the road's eastern end. Enjoy a…

From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience
Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Melbourne to Belgrave, where you’ll board the iconic Puffing Billy, Australia's best-preserved heritage steam train. Travel through the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges, crossing…

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Enjoy a personalised and informative experience with expert guides on small group tours of up to 24 guests, enhanced by a multilingual audio guide application available in 16 languages, including German, Italian,…

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests
Pickup from hotel. Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild and wonderful adventure along the Great Ocean Road – backwards! That…

Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne with Small Group
This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part of our small-group tour (yes small, we have a maximum of 15 guests on board) you will…

1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Step back in time with our exceptional offering: a captivating expedition through the Dandenong Ranges via the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Envelop yourself in the enchanting rainforest, relishing panoramic views…

Yarra Valley Wine & Winery Tour from Melbourne - All Inclusive!
Discover Victoria’s Yarra Valley wine region on this day trip from Melbourne. With an expert guide to act as your wine tutor, visit four of the area’s best-known wineries: Greenstone Vineyards, Balgownie Estate, Yering…

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne
Here’s the very best of Victoria’s wildlife experiences. The Penguin Parade is an absolute ‘must’ on every visitor’s itinerary, but this tour gives you so much more. First stop is Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation…

Great Ocean Road Reverse SUNRISE TOUR–SML GRP-DLX BUS Hotel Pikup
Pick up available From Hotels. Don't have to worry about Rushing to the pick up spot. No large crowds, not small uncomfortable bus. Small, uncomfortable buses and larger groups can spoil an exciting tour. So enjoy your…

Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture
Experience authentic Melbourne on this 3-hour walking tour with a passionate local guide who unlocks the city's secrets, including complimentary coffee and pub drink (or morning treat) with stories you won't hear…

Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour from Melbourne
Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to Penguin Parade, we begin our day at a Koala Reserve to meet some…

Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)
Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience. Amazing views of Melbourne at Sunrise. Depending on the wind direction on the day, many of our flights take us right over the city centre or very close to it.…

Philip Island Penguin Parade and Koala Reserve from Melbourne
Enjoy one of Australia's most incredible wildlife experiences on this magnificent Phillip Island tour. Witness the world famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform, definitely the…

Puffing Billy And Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour
Visit some of the Yarra Valley's finest attractions from the picturesque Dandenong Ranges through to the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary. You will get to ride the iconic Puffing Billy and sample some of the finest…

River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise up Melbourne's famous Yarra River and enjoy the sights of Melbourne's scenic gardens, parklands and famous sporting arenas. This one-hour sightseeing cruise is a wonderful chance to view the scenic river gardens…

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour from Melbourne
Enjoy a personalised and informative experience with expert guides on small group tours of up to 24 guests, enhanced by a multilingual audio guide application available in 16 languages, including German, Italian,…

Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne
Watch the Little Penguins waddle home at dusk. No big bus, just a small group and a great guide. Be treated to a visit at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park where you will have the opportunity to interact with an array…

Premium Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse with Pickup - Max 10-14
You only do it once; make it Awesome with only 10-14 other passengers. Experience the Great Ocean Road the smart way with our reverse-itinerary small group tour. Starting at the Twelve Apostles and travelling back along…

Yarra Valley Wine Tour w Exclusive Gin, Cider & Chocolate Tasting
Voted #1 tour in all of Melbourne and Australia (Tripadvisor 2026), this is the most social, flexible and laid-back way to spend a day in the Yarra Valley. Make new friends and spend the day sampling world-class wine,…
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