The 15 Best Melbourne Tours & Day Trips

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne - Torquay, morning tea, and the Memorial Arch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,607 reviews · from $106Our pick

Explore the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne with koalas, rainforest, the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and a small-group guide.

“A lot of travel time, but you’re getting to see so much beauty. The ocean Road with its 12 apostles., beach towns, beautiful farm lands, and walk through a rainforest.. Tom was an excellent driver and got as quickly to each area safely and always gave clear directions on where to meet… the information about each area was given before we got to the area so you could tour independently, but he was also readily available if questions..”

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From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

2.Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,020 reviews · 13h 30m · from $94

Spend 13.5 hours on the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne with koalas, parrots, rainforest, Gibson Steps, the 12 Apostles, and Loch Ard Gorge.

“Warren was such an amazing guide he really made the experience and I’m so glad that he was the one to show us the great ocean road! He was so funny yet so informative. Such a brilliant day out!”

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Laid back, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer + Choc

3.Laid back, Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Cider, Gin, Beer + Choc

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,552 reviews · from $93

Spend a relaxed day tasting Yarra Valley wine, cider, gin, beer and chocolate, with flexible stops, scenic views and a friendly guide.

“Fun day - Callum, our driver, was helpful and relaxed - kept the group together without making us feel too much to schedule. I would only suggest some room on the bus for wine or chocolate purchases/somewhere to put water etc - quite tight seating with a full bus.”

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Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour – Max 11 Guests

4.Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour – Max 11 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,186 reviews · from $106

Beat the crowds on a 12-hour reverse Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, with the Twelve Apostles, rainforest, wildlife, and a small van group.

“We had a fantastic full-day Great Ocean Road tour with Hit the Road Tours, and it truly exceeded our expectations. The 12-hour day flew by thanks to our wonderful guide, James, who struck the perfect balance of being informative, engaging, and genuinely fun with a very diverse group of travelers. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat was a real highlight. We were lucky enough to spot an entire mob of kangaroos and, even more special, koalas in the wild — such a privilege to observe them where they belong. The drive itself along the coast was absolutely breathtaking, with dramatic scenery around every bend. Of course, the Twelve Apostles lived…”

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Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,774 reviews · from $118

See Brighton’s bathing boxes, feed kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary, visit the Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island’s little penguins return at dusk.

“We had a great time! We didn't want to drive ourselves, but were worried the experience would be too touristy or dull, happily, it was quite the opposite! Cloe was wonderful! She entertained us with lots of interesting history and wildlife tidbits, talked just the right amount and was very relaxed, even when we came up to the wire on time. Highly recommend this tour and if you can manage one with Cloe as your guide, do it!”

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Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

6.Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,667 reviews · from $93

Review of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley tour with wine, chocolate, optional gin and whisky, scenic stops, lunch freedom, guides, value, and practical tips.

“Richard was a great guide, helpful, funny and made the trip very pleasant. Wide range of people on trip ranging in ages and nationalities all having fun. Was super busy at vineyards but to be expected at this time of year.”

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

7.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 :)”

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Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour London Bridge Wildlife

8.Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour London Bridge Wildlife

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,252 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $46

See the Twelve Apostles, London Bridge, wildlife and Great Ocean Road on a crowd-smart day tour from Melbourne for $46.

“what an absolutely amazing day. my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. David Hsu, our tour guide, is such a genuinely nice guy. He kept everyone entertained throughout the day with his very interesting talks about the history of Australia and the sights you will see on the journey. He made sure everyone new the pick-up times and ensure everyone's safety throughout. David Hsu uses headsets for his tour which are fantastic. Very clear, easy to use and, should you need a bit if quite on the coach ride, can be turned off and you will not be disturbed. We saw some amazing sights and would we couldn't recommend this…”

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From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

9.Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,932 reviews · 12 hours · from $112

Review of the Melbourne to Phillip Island day trip, with Brighton Beach Boxes, koalas, kangaroos, coastal views, and the Penguin Parade.

“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 +”

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Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Extended–Top Stops&London Bridge

10.Great Ocean Road Extended–Top Stops&London Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,920 reviews · 12 hours · from $42Best value

See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, koalas, Apollo Bay, and rarely visited London Bridge on a value-packed day from Melbourne.

“Tony is a wonderful driver and a tour guide. Trip didn’t feel long at all and was a smooth sailing. Enough stops and breaks along the way to ensure no one got too tired. 10/10 would recommend.”

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Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Chocolate & Gin/Beer Option

11.Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Chocolate & Gin/Beer Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,819 reviews · from $139

Review of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley wine tour with four tastings, lunch, chocolate, and optional gin or beer, including tips on value and timing.

“This was a great day out! Stefan was engaging, funny, and pointed out sights along the way. The wine was all excellent and I felt like we had plenty of time at each spot to enjoy the tours, which were all really informative and in stunning locations. Great solo day out as it's a small group so you can chat to everyone. Would recommend for sure 😊”

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Melbourne: 2-Hour City Highlights River Cruise

12.2-Hour City Highlights River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,804 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

See Melbourne from the Yarra River on a two-hour cruise with skyline views, GPS commentary, gardens, Docklands, and the sporting precinct.

“A really enjoyable way to see Melbourne from a different angle is the Yarra River cruise. Drifting through the heart of the city gives you a great mix of skyline, sporting precincts, green spaces and riverside architecture — it’s surprisingly calming compared to the bustle on land. I’d strongly recommend opting for the two-hour tour, as the one-hour option felt a little rushed. With more time on the water, you can properly relax, take in the views, and enjoy the commentary without constantly feeling like the return is just around the corner. There’s a bar onboard too — simple but perfectly functional — and enjoying a cold beer while cruising…”

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