Australia · GUIDED

The 15 Best Guided Tours in Australia

27 tours  ·  from $9 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 guided tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour - The famous shell tiles up close
Guided, Sydney Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

From Cairns: Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail - A smooth morning pickup from central Cairns
Cairns Tours, Guided, Self-Guided Tours, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

From Cairns: Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail

3.Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,392 reviews · 7 hours · from $127

Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, explore rainforest markets, and return above Barron Gorge on the 7.5-kilometre Skyrail.

“We had a great day out. The pick up, tour explanation and collection at the end of the day were all very efficient and timely. The Kuranda train was amazing and the Sky-rail with stops was brilliant. We highly recommend this to any visitors to Cairns.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour - Airlie Adventure: the sensible first ride
Airlie Beach Tours, Guided, Jet Skis, Tour Reviews, Tours, Whitsundays Sailing Trips

Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

4.Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,348 reviews · from $92Top rated

Ride a Sea-Doo through the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach, with wildlife spotting, island views, safety gear, guides, and three tour options.

“We did the Airlie Adventure tour and couldn’t recommend it enough! It was a bit choppy out on the water but we still had the absolute best time!! Josh (aka Bradley Cooper) was a fantastic guide! Would 10/10 do it again next time we are in Airlie!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch - The Neck and Bruny’s two-part shape
Food, Food & Drink, Guided, Hobart Tours, Lunch Experiences, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

5.Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,989 reviews · from $190

Spend 10 hours tasting Bruny Island oysters, cheese, honey and chocolate, with a lighthouse climb, scenic stops, lunch and Hobart transfers.

“This full day experience was well done. Rick, our guide, is also a resident of Bruny Island and very knowledgeable about the area. We were picked up and dropped off near where we were staying. We were blessed with good weather and got to sample award winning local oysters, cheese, chocolate and honey. We also got a wonderful lunch at the Bruny Hotel. The lighthouse and other scenery were lovely. A great day was had by all. I recommend this tour.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide - Leaving Melbourne for Torquay
Great Ocean Road Tours, Guided, Melbourne Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

6.Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 13 hours - 1 day · from $105

See the Twelve Apostles, koalas, Otway rainforest, and Loch Ard Gorge on a comfortable small-group Great Ocean Road day tour from Melbourne.

“Had a great day yesterday with Sharif our tour guide and fellow travellers. Was so much fun and Sharif was such a lovely tour guide and had a great sense of humour and we all loved his professional happy and informative commentary :) Was very well organised (without being too rigid) and really well run. Thanks again Sharif, Louise Jack from Glasgow :)”

Check availability →Read our full review

Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour - Starting at 28 Harrington Street
Guided, Sydney Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

7.Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · from $32

Explore Sydney’s oldest quarter on a 90-minute Rocks walking tour with harbor views, convict history, hidden lanes, and Cadman’s Cottage.

“If you have a spare couple of hours and want to know the history of the Rocks this is for you. Very relaxing walk with the guide only to happy to answer any questions along the way. A great way to find out more about the history of Sydney and how the circular quay came about.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart - Oysters at Get Shucked
Full-Day, Guided, Hobart Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

8.Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,331 reviews · from $129

Explore Bruny Island from Hobart with ferry tickets, hotel pickup, rainforest walks, food stops, beaches, the Neck, and Cape Bruny Lighthouse.

“Perfectly timed day with a great group & activities. Bryony was a super fun & informative guide. Hotel pick ups & drop off were also so helpful!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge - The slow climb along the upper arch
Guided, Harbour Cruises, Sydney Tours, Tour Reviews

Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

9.Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 817 reviews · 3 hours · from $257

Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge with a small group for sweeping city views, smart local stories, rain gear, a cap, and a printed group photo.

“I heard about this and decided I needed to do it. I was solo but that didn’t stop me. Our guide, Cooper, was great! It’s a very slow climb with several stops on the way with a few drinking fountains (bubblers). It was rainy day but that was just fine vs. doing it in the heat. The views were spectacular! If you are on the fence about doing it, DO IT!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Melbourne: Melbourne Cricket Grounds (MCG) Guided Tour - Starting at Gate 3 inside the MCG
Guided, Melbourne Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Melbourne: Melbourne Cricket Grounds (MCG) Guided Tour

10.Melbourne Cricket Grounds (MCG) Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 812 reviews · from $24

Tour the MCG in Melbourne for $24, entering the Long Room, player rooms, media centre, arena, and MCC members’ areas with an expert guide.

“Very interesting and informative. Our guide Greg was great, passionate and knowledgeable and made our tour a very memorable experience. I would highly recommend visiting the MCG.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Hobart: Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide - The ferry crossing and the start of the island day
Full-Day, Guided, Hobart Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Hobart: Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide

12.Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 755 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

Explore Bruny Island from Hobart with rainforest walks, beaches, wildlife, local food, ferry rides, and a lively guide in one full day.

“Mark our local born Kingston, Hobart guide was awesome. He was well informed and had a warm heart /personality. He went at a good pace. Not too rushed and we got to see, experience and taste the wares of local producers in Bruny Island. We would highly recommend this tour as the island has its own tranquil character and if you happen to get Mark you’ll be in fantastic hands! All the best in your chosen career paths Mark and may you and your family enjoy your som’s Dec wedding and celebrations. Congratulations, good health and blessings to your family. Arie and Viv”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip - From Melbourne to Torquay by coach
Full-Day, Great Ocean Road Tours, Guided, Melbourne Tours, Tour Reviews

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip

13.Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 652 reviews · 14 hours · from $98

See koalas, rainforest, Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge, and the 12 Apostles on a long, well-paced Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne.

“It was an amazing day trip of the Great Ocean Road. Our guide was quite knowledgeable. The only disappointing part was not getting to spot any Koalas.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks - Six hours around Maria Island’s coast
Cruises & Boat Tours, Guided, Hobart Tours, Lunch Experiences, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks

14.Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 617 reviews · from $211

Cruise Maria Island from Hobart for seals, dolphins, wombats, convict history, coastal geology, lunch, drinks, and a guided walk.

“Mike and Tamsin were wonderful and friendly, as well as sharing their knowledge passionately. The boat ride was a lot of fun and getting to spend time learning about the history of the island while seeing the wildlife was fascinating. A great day, highly recommend 👌”

Check availability →Read our full review

Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park - Pirates Bay, Eaglehawk Neck, and the first coastal views
Cruises & Boat Tours, Full-Day, Guided, Harbour Cruises, Hobart Tours, National Park Tours, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tours

Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

Scroll to Top

Explore Australia

Pick a coast, a rock or a cellar door.