Australia · MELBOURNE CITY TOURS
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Melbourne’s best days mostly happen outside Melbourne: the Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley, the penguins on Phillip Island. This list covers all three plus the laneways, with what each day costs, how early the coach leaves, and which ones get back in time for dinner in the city.
Small-group Great Ocean Road day from Melbourne with koalas, rainforest at Great Otways, and Twelve Apostles plus Loch Ard Gorge.
“It was a great tour, lots of fun. It was very well organized and Jai took great care of everything. :)”
Full-day Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with koalas and parrots, a rainforest walk, 12 Apostles, and Loch Ard Gorge.
“Matt was a very friendly and I formative guide and a very good driver. The weather was perfect and the views were amazing. Thank you!”
Melbourne to Phillip Island for Brighton Bathing Boxes, Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife, Nobbies seals, and the Penguin Parade at dusk.
“We had such a great day, full of fun and our tour guide Jools was super informative and went out of her way to make us all feel welcome. She made sure that we saw as much wildlife as possible. She was super friendly. Phillip Island penguin parade was fantastic, we got so close to the little guys.”
A full-day Yarra Valley tour from Melbourne with guided wine tastings, a big chocolate stop, and included alcohol, plus optional lunch.
“We saw very nice places. The Yarra valley chocolate factory was really really good. I really enjoyed. Nice wineries. We also saw some kangaroos. Amazing valley.”
Melbourne Great Ocean Road reverse tour with London Bridge, wildlife chances, and top viewpoints like Loch Ard Gorge and Twelve Apostles.
“Such a wonderful experience! Philip was our tour guide, he was kind, & wonderful multitasker. Took good care of our group. The views were nothing short of amazing. Verry professional! 9/10”
12-hour Phillip Island day trip from Melbourne for Brighton Beach Boxes, koalas and kangaroos, Nobbies views, and the penguin parade at night.
“The diver late about 30min that make us feel nervous. But he was charming and make tourists fun. So I will give him a A but not A +”
Full-day Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, koalas, and London Bridge for a rare coastal arch view.
“Very good. Vance was a very good driver, explained everything you needed to know.”
See Melbourne from the Yarra in 2 hours, with open-deck photo views and GPS audio. Go both ways when tides allow, for $49.
“It was excellent and we really enjoyed the cruise.”
Reverse Great Ocean Road small-group day trip from Melbourne to the Twelve Apostles, Otways rainforest, and wild koala and kangaroo stops.
“This tour was excellent our guide Peter was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable. Right from the start we were made very welcome & Peters friendly amusing commentary full of stories and information about not only the area, wildlife, countryside, but generally about Australia was great. The views were amazing and we got to see Koalas - even managed to video one moving & also kangaroo’s. Doing the tour in reverse was definitely better as we were out at the 12 apostles before it got too busy. Highly recommend this tour from Melbourne do it on your first day as Peter also gave us loads of tips re great…”
A 3-hour Melbourne dinner cruise on the Yarra from Southbank Promenade with a 4-course meal, premium drinks, and skyline views.
“Great food and drink. Staff was very friendly. Did not feel too crowded. Great variety of drinks. Would book again.”
A 3-hour Melbourne walking tour through laneways, street art, and historic landmarks, with coffee, a drink, and local tips.
“Great experience. Should consider Had the best time with a wonderful leader who really knows the city.”
Enjoy a relaxed, all-inclusive Yarra Valley day from Melbourne with tastings at four wineries, scenic breaks, and a proper lunch.
“We had a fabulous time with Andy and the other people on the tour. He was funny, informative and just a nice guy. The winery’s were interesting, particularly the Balgownie Estate. We would highly recommended this tour to anyone looking to experience the Yarra Valley and its wines.”
Sunset penguins, face-to-face koalas, and volcanic coastline on an 8.5-hour Phillip Island day trip from Melbourne, with optional Penguin Plus.
“Loved this trip!!! Fiona the guide was lovely and enthusiastic. The structure of the day was well planned. I didn’t feel rushed and was able to enjoy all the activities. The penguins were the highlight and absolutely worth the trip, so cute 😍. The koala conservation centre was amazing. I wasn’t expecting to get so close to the animals. Highly recommend”
Ride the steam train through Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges, walk Emerald Lake, see Australian wildlife at Healesville, and finish with chocolate tasting.
“Such an incredible tour! This tour can be a bit jam-packed, but you get to time to do everything you want to do! Peter is a really good and funny tour guide!”
From Melbourne, tour Moonlit Sanctuary and The Nobbies, then watch little penguins waddle ashore at the Penguin Parade at sunset.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Saw a lot of drifferent stuff. The penguins were absolutely adorable and one of the biggest highlights of my travels so far. Our tour guide Mel made the experience fantastic. 10/10 experience.”
