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Melbourne, Australia
Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea

Travel along the world-famous Great Ocean Road on an unforgettable day trip from Melbourne, packed with iconic sights and hidden coastal gems. This legendary stretch...

13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (510)
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$109.25

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...

13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (586)
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$74.95

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...

8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (5,659)
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$86.26

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koalas from Melbourne

Start your afternoon the best way possible with a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, where elevated boardwalks wind through native bushland giving...

10 hoursFree Cancellation
10 hoursFree Cancellation
10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (245)
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$134.69

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne
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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...

12 to 14 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 to 14 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 to 14 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (906)
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$116.93

Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne
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Expert Guides: Enjoy a guided tour with some of the most knowledgeable and friendly guides, ensuring an informative and enjoyable experience. Multilingual Audio Guide: Access...

11 to 14 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
11 to 14 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
11 to 14 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,163)
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$119.85

Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne
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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...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (701)
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$181.18

Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne
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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...

12 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (3,815)
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$131.16

Phillip Island & Penguin Parade Afternoon Eco Tour from Melbourne
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Experience this enchanting afternoon tour and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, with stunning...

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (506)
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$117.03

Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times
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Be fun spirited like a kangaroo dancing through the Yarra Valley. Looking for a upbeat, social and stress free day sipping wine and trying new...

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,729)
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$86.19

Melbourne: Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour & Lunch - Gin/Beer Upgrade
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Enjoy a relaxed and premium day exploring the Yarra Valley with everything taken care of. This wine tour combines quality tastings, a delicious winery lunch...

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2,001)
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$133.88

Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour
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Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour Experience a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery with our Steam Train & Penguin Island Day...

11 to 12 hours
11 to 12 hours
11 to 12 hours
4.1 (28)
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$241.31

Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne

The Great Ocean Road is travelled by more than 3.5million visitors each year. We have designed this Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour to avoid the...

13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (571)
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$134.69

Grampians National Park 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...

13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (771)
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$123.99

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...

13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$119.76

Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne

Our Great Ocean Road tour is a must-do coastal destination to visit when coming to Melbourne. We spend the day twisting and winding along the...

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13 hoursFree Cancellation
13 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (584)
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$124.09

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

Discover the gourmet delights of the Yarra Valley on this all-inclusive food and wine grazing tour. Begin your journey with a guided wine tasting at...

9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$140.38

Yarra Valley Wine Day Tour

Just an hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is globally renowned for its outstanding chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines, and stands as Victoria’s most...

10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$250.04

Phillip Island Penguin and Koala Highlights Day-Trip 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...

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
9 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (831)
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$134.69

Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

After being picked up from selected Melbourne CBD hotels you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road in this full day tour, follow...

13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
13 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$103.14

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