Australia Tours

Encompassing an entire continent of approximately 7.7 million square kilometres, Australia presents travellers with extraordinary diversity that spans from pristine coral reefs and tropical rainforests to vast desert landscapes and cosmopolitan cities. The world's sixth-largest country offers unique wildlife encounters impossible to find elsewhere, including kangaroos, koalas, and the platypus, alongside ancient Aboriginal cultures that represent the world's oldest continuous civilisation. This island continent's isolation has created endemic species and ecosystems found nowhere else on Earth, making every tour an opportunity to witness natural phenomena that have evolved in splendid isolation for millions of years.

Australia's modern tourism infrastructure provides comfortable access to remote wilderness areas and iconic landmarks through professional tour operators who understand the vast distances and challenging conditions that characterise much of the continent. The country's political stability, excellent healthcare system, and English-speaking population create ideal conditions for international visitors seeking authentic adventure experiences without compromising safety or comfort. From luxury resort destinations to rugged camping expeditions, Australia accommodates every travel style whilst maintaining its reputation as a friendly, laid-back destination where natural beauty takes centre stage.

The Most Beautiful Australia Tours with Voyage Privé

1. Incredible 2-Week Tour of the Best of Australia

Embark on an extraordinary 14-night journey across Australia's most captivating destinations, discovering the vibrant cities of Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, and Brisbane through this comprehensive private tour. Beginning with four nights in Melbourne at the elegant Rendezvous Hotel, travellers explore the city's renowned laneways, world-class galleries, and cultural attractions before venturing to Apollo Bay and the magnificent Twelve Apostles along the legendary Great Ocean Road.

The adventure continues with four nights in Sydney at the stylish Vibe Hotel, where guests experience the world's most iconic harbour, the spectacular Opera House, and the famous Harbour Bridge. Optional excursions include sunset dinner cruises and Blue Mountains wildlife tours featuring encounters with kangaroos and koalas, plus visits to the legendary Three Sisters rock formation and breathtaking Govett's Leap waterfall.

Four nights in tropical Cairns at the Pacific Hotel provide access to the Great Barrier Reef's underwater wonders through snorkelling expeditions amongst vibrant coral formations and marine life. The tour concludes with two nights in Brisbane at the luxurious Royal on the Park, offering opportunities to explore Moreton Island's pristine beaches, sand boarding adventures, and shipwreck kayaking experiences.

What we love: The exceptional variety of experiences combining cosmopolitan city exploration, natural wonder discovery, and adventure activities, all enhanced by hand-picked accommodation and comprehensive domestic flight connections that ensure seamless travel between Australia's most spectacular destinations.

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2. 14-Night Tour of Australia

Experience Australia's remarkable diversity through this comprehensive 14-night round trip exploring four completely different cities along the Australian coast. The journey begins with four nights in Sydney at the Vibe Hotel, where guests discover the world's most photographed harbour, the magnificent Opera House, and the iconic Harbour Bridge whilst enjoying the convenience of the city's free bus network and ferry connections to charming destinations like Cockatoo Island and Watsons Bay.

Four nights in Melbourne at the Rendezvous Hotel showcase the capital of Victoria's exciting mix of style, sport, culture, and vibrant dining scene. Travellers explore the famous Melbourne Laneways with their rich art culture, unique galleries, and tiny cafés, whilst optional excursions include Great Ocean Road adventures, Phillip Island penguin parades, and Yarra Valley wine experiences featuring premium tastings at award-winning vineyards.

The tour continues with three nights each in Adelaide at the Stamford Plaza and Perth at the Crowne Plaza, discovering Adelaide's charming parks, the largest indoor market in the southern hemisphere, and Perth's laid-back outdoor lifestyle with Swan River water sports and Kings Park Botanic Gardens. Optional experiences include Kangaroo Island wildlife discovery cruises and Rottnest Island grand tours featuring lighthouse visits and stunning salt lakes.

What we love: The thorough exploration of Australia's most beautiful cities from east to west, enhanced by comfortable hotel accommodation, domestic flights, private airport transfers, and an exceptional range of optional excursions that showcase each destination's unique character and natural attractions.

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3. Discover Australia's Southern Cities: Sydney, Melbourne & Perth 4/5*

Discover Australia's most captivating southern destinations through this elegant 10-night tour featuring luxury accommodation across Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. Four nights at the newly refurbished Vibe Hotel Sydney 4* provide the perfect base for exploring the world-famous bay, dreamy beaches, designer shops, and the magnificent Opera House, with optional experiences including panoramic scenic tours, Blue Mountains deluxe day tours, and Sydney Harbour cruises with local lunch.

Three nights at the sophisticated Aria Hotel Apartments Melbourne 4* showcase the city's exciting mix of style, culture, and dining through spacious One Bedroom Deluxe Apartments featuring fully-equipped kitchens, private balconies, and contemporary furnishings. Optional excursions include full-day Yarra Valley wine experiences visiting boutique wineries, Great Ocean Road tours featuring the spectacular Twelve Apostles, and Phillip Island tours witnessing the famous Little Penguin Parade.

The tour concludes with three nights at the luxurious Pan Pacific Perth 5* in Premier Rooms occupying the uppermost levels with impressive city views and elegant marble bathrooms. Guests enjoy proximity to main retail, dining, and entertainment areas whilst optional experiences include Swan Valley gourmet wine cruises featuring premium tastings and cheese pairings, plus innovative Eat, Drink Walk tours discovering Perth's burgeoning food and beverage scene in heritage buildings and hidden laneways.

What we love: The perfect balance of luxury accommodation and cultural immersion, enhanced by the freedom to explore each city independently whilst enjoying optional excursions that reveal Australia's diverse landscapes, from wine regions and coastal drives to urban cultural districts and natural wildlife encounters.

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4. Discovery of Australia

Experience Australia's most iconic destinations through this carefully crafted 9-night tour beginning with three days in Sydney before journeying to the spiritual heart of the continent at Uluru and concluding with the tropical paradise of Cairns. Optional 4-night pre-extensions in Melbourne include the spectacular Great Ocean Road tour, showcasing the famous Twelve Apostles limestone formations and charming seaside towns along Victoria's dramatic coastline.

The adventure includes extraordinary experiences at Uluru featuring the critically acclaimed Field of Light installation by Bruce Munro, where 50,000 spindles of light create a monumental fantasy garden covering seven football fields. Morning Kata Tjuta tours explore the 36 domes of this spiritual landscape, followed by afternoon Uluru sunset tours revealing Creation stories, ancient rock art, and the profound cultural significance of this sacred monolith.

Four nights in tropical Cairns provide comprehensive exploration of the Great Barrier Reef through full-day tours including snorkelling equipment, buffet lunch, and expert environmental guidance, plus full-day Daintree and Cape Tribulation expeditions featuring crocodile river cruises, rainforest walks, and indigenous cultural presentations by the traditional Kuku Yalanji people at Mossman Gorge Centre.

What we love: The unique combination of Australia's most spiritually significant destination with world-class natural wonders, enhanced by included cultural experiences, comprehensive Great Barrier Reef exploration, and optional helicopter tours providing breathtaking aerial perspectives of both Uluru and the coral reef's pristine underwater gardens.

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Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkelling Tours

Stretching over 2,300 kilometres along Queensland's coast, the Great Barrier Reef represents the world's largest coral reef system and one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands that support extraordinary marine biodiversity, including 1,500 fish species, 400 coral species, and countless other marine organisms. The reef's crystal-clear waters provide unparalleled underwater visibility that allows both experienced divers and first-time snorkellers to witness one of Earth's most spectacular natural phenomena.

Day trip tours from Cairns, Port Douglas, and other coastal towns transport visitors to outer reef locations where pristine coral formations remain largely untouched by coastal development and sedimentation. Professional dive operators provide comprehensive safety briefings, equipment instruction, and underwater guidance that ensures memorable experiences regardless of previous diving experience. These tours often feature multiple reef sites with different characteristics, from shallow lagoons perfect for snorkelling to dramatic coral walls that descend into deep blue waters where larger marine species congregate.

Liveaboard diving expeditions offer multi-day reef exploration that includes night diving, advanced dive sites, and access to remote reef sections rarely visited by day tourists. These extended tours typically accommodate certified divers seeking comprehensive reef experiences that include encounters with sharks, rays, and large pelagic species that frequent deeper reef zones. Marine biologist guides often accompany these expeditions, providing educational insights about coral reproduction, reef ecology, and conservation challenges facing this irreplaceable marine ecosystem.

Sydney Harbour and Opera House Tours

Sydney Harbour creates one of the world's most recognisable and photographed harbours, where the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge frame a natural port that has served as Australia's gateway since European colonisation. The harbour's numerous bays, headlands, and islands provide endless exploration opportunities through ferry services, walking tours, and harbour cruises that showcase both natural beauty and architectural landmarks. The Opera House, with its distinctive shell-shaped roof design, serves as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and active performing arts venue that hosts over 1,500 performances annually.

Walking tours through Sydney's historic Rocks district reveal cobblestone streets, heritage buildings, and weekend markets that preserve the area's convict origins and maritime heritage. These guided explorations often include harbour viewpoints, traditional pubs, and galleries that showcase local artists whilst providing insights into Sydney's transformation from penal colony to modern metropolis. The nearby Circular Quay serves as the transportation hub where ferries, trains, and buses converge beneath towering skyscrapers that create dramatic urban canyons.

Harbour bridge climbing tours provide unique perspectives of Sydney from the bridge's summit, 134 metres above sea level, where 360-degree views encompass the entire harbour, city skyline, and distant Blue Mountains. These guided climbs include safety equipment, commemorative photographs, and historical commentary about the bridge's construction during the Great Depression. Sunset and dawn climbs offer spectacular lighting conditions that photographers and sightseers consider among Sydney's most memorable experiences.

Uluru and Red Centre Desert Tours

Rising dramatically from the flat desert landscape of Australia's Red Centre, Uluru stands as the continent's most sacred Aboriginal site and its most recognisable natural landmark. This massive monolith, standing 348 metres high and measuring over nine kilometres in circumference, holds deep spiritual significance for the Anangu people who have maintained cultural connections to this landscape for tens of thousands of years. The surrounding Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park protects ancient desert ecosystems where rare plants and animals have adapted to extreme conditions through remarkable evolutionary strategies.

Sunrise and sunset tours capture Uluru's famous colour transformations as changing light conditions reveal subtle hues ranging from deep purple and burgundy to brilliant orange and red that seem to emanate from within the rock itself. Professional guides explain geological formation processes, Aboriginal creation stories, and ecological adaptations whilst ensuring respectful engagement with sacred sites and cultural protocols. The nearby Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) formation provides additional hiking opportunities through ancient rock domes that create sheltered valleys and unique microhabitats.

Cultural centre visits provide educational experiences about Anangu culture, traditional land management practices, and contemporary Aboriginal art that continues to flourish in Central Australia. Traditional craft demonstrations, storytelling sessions, and bush tucker tours reveal sophisticated knowledge systems that enabled indigenous peoples to thrive in challenging desert environments. These cultural exchanges support Aboriginal communities whilst providing visitors with authentic insights into the world's oldest continuous culture and its enduring connection to country.

Melbourne Laneways and Cultural Tours

Melbourne's intricate network of laneways and arcades creates an urban maze where street art, boutique shopping, specialty coffee culture, and hidden bars transform narrow spaces into cultural destinations that define the city's creative character. These atmospheric passages, originally designed as service lanes and loading areas, have evolved into artistic galleries where local and international artists create constantly changing murals, installations, and graffiti that reflect Melbourne's dynamic cultural scene. The city's laneway culture represents a unique Australian urban phenomenon that combines European architectural heritage with contemporary creative expression.

Food and coffee tours through Melbourne's laneways introduce visitors to the city's renowned coffee culture and diverse culinary scene that reflects its multicultural population and innovative food traditions. Local guides navigate hidden cafes, ethnic restaurants, and specialty food stores whilst explaining Melbourne's evolution into Australia's culinary capital and coffee perfectionist destination. These intimate walking tours often include tastings at family-owned establishments that have served specific ethnic communities for generations alongside trendy venues that push culinary boundaries.

Street art tours reveal Melbourne's vibrant visual arts scene through guided explorations of murals, stencil work, and installations that transform industrial spaces into open-air galleries. Professional street artists often lead these tours, providing insider knowledge about artistic techniques, cultural influences, and the evolving relationship between authorities and street art communities. The tours typically cover multiple districts where different artistic styles and themes create distinct neighbourhood characters that contribute to Melbourne's reputation as Australia's cultural capital.

Blue Mountains and Wildlife Tours

Located just 90 minutes west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains create a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness area where eucalyptus forests, dramatic sandstone cliffs, and pristine valleys provide refuge for native wildlife and recreational opportunities that range from scenic railway journeys to challenging bushwalking trails. The region's name derives from the blue haze created by eucalyptus oil evaporation that gives distant mountains their characteristic azure appearance. This ancient landscape preserves temperate rainforest gullies, heath-covered plateaus, and rock formations that demonstrate millions of years of geological history.

The famous Three Sisters rock formation serves as the Blue Mountains' most photographed landmark, where Aboriginal legend tells of three sisters transformed into stone pillars to protect them from an unwanted marriage arrangement. Scenic World's railway, skyway, and walkway systems provide accessible exploration of the Jamison Valley whilst interpretive centres explain Indigenous culture, European settlement history, and ecological significance of the temperate eucalyptus forests that support koala populations and diverse bird species.

Wildlife sanctuaries throughout the Blue Mountains offer close encounters with native Australian animals including kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, and various bird species in naturalistic settings that prioritise animal welfare and educational experiences. These facilities often participate in breeding programmes for endangered species whilst providing rehabilitation services for injured wildlife. Bush tucker tours with Aboriginal guides reveal traditional food sources, medicinal plants, and cultural practices that sustained indigenous peoples in these mountains for thousands of years before European settlement.

Tasmania and MONA Art Tours

Tasmania, Australia's island state located 240 kilometres south of the mainland, presents a compact wilderness destination where pristine national parks, unique wildlife, and cutting-edge contemporary art create distinctive cultural and natural experiences. The island's temperate climate, clean air, and diverse ecosystems support endemic species such as the Tasmanian devil whilst providing ideal conditions for premium food and wine production. The Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) has transformed Tasmania's cultural landscape through provocative contemporary art exhibitions that challenge conventional museum experiences and attract international attention to this remote destination.

MONA tours provide immersive experiences through underground galleries that display challenging contemporary artworks without traditional labels or explanations, encouraging personal interpretation and emotional responses. The museum's unique architecture, built into sandstone cliffs overlooking the Derwent River, creates dramatic spaces that enhance artistic impact through unexpected perspectives and theatrical lighting. The museum's wine bar, restaurant, and accommodation facilities extend the artistic experience through design elements that blur boundaries between art, hospitality, and daily life.

Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park encompasses Tasmania's most spectacular alpine scenery where ancient rainforests, glacial lakes, and jagged mountain peaks create hiking opportunities that range from short nature walks to the renowned Overland Track, a six-day wilderness trek through pristine temperate wilderness. The park protects unique ecosystems where Gondwanan species survived ice ages in isolated refugia, creating botanical treasures found nowhere else on Earth. Wildlife encounters include wombats, echidnas, and diverse bird species that thrive in protected mountain environments.

Great Ocean Road Coastal Tours

Stretching 243 kilometres along Victoria's dramatic coastline, the Great Ocean Road creates one of the world's most spectacular coastal drives where rugged limestone cliffs, pristine beaches, and ancient rainforests provide constantly changing scenery that attracts millions of visitors annually. Built as a memorial to fallen soldiers following World War One, this engineering marvel navigates challenging terrain through a series of curves, bridges, and viewing points that showcase the Southern Ocean's power and beauty. The road connects charming coastal towns with protected national parks whilst providing access to surf breaks, whale watching locations, and geological formations that demonstrate millions of years of coastal erosion.

The Twelve Apostles represent the Great Ocean Road's most famous attraction, where massive limestone pillars stand isolated in the Southern Ocean as monuments to the constant battle between land and sea. These dramatic rock formations, actually numbering fewer than twelve despite their name, continue to evolve through ongoing erosion that creates new shapes and occasionally causes dramatic collapses. Helicopter tours provide aerial perspectives that reveal the full scale of coastal erosion whilst sunset viewing platforms capture golden hour lighting that photographers consider among Australia's most spectacular natural displays.

Port Campbell National Park protects the coastline's most dramatic section where the Loch Ard Gorge tells tragic stories of 19th-century shipwrecks whilst London Bridge demonstrates ongoing coastal erosion that periodically reshapes familiar landmarks. The park's walking trails provide access to hidden beaches, blowholes, and cliff-top viewpoints that reveal the Southern Ocean's immense power. Wildlife tours focus on southern right whale migrations during winter months when these massive mammals can be observed from clifftop locations along the coast.

Aboriginal Cultural Tours and Dreamtime Experiences

Aboriginal culture represents the world's oldest continuous civilisation, with traditions and knowledge systems that have been maintained and adapted across Australia's diverse landscapes for over 65,000 years. Cultural tours led by Aboriginal guides provide authentic insights into traditional lifestyles, spiritual beliefs, and sophisticated land management practices that enabled indigenous peoples to thrive in challenging environments through deep understanding of seasonal patterns, resource availability, and ecological relationships. These experiences support indigenous communities whilst preserving cultural knowledge that represents invaluable wisdom about sustainable living and environmental stewardship.

Rock art tours reveal ancient galleries where Aboriginal artists recorded creation stories, seasonal calendars, and historical events through paintings that span thousands of years and demonstrate sophisticated artistic traditions. Sites such as Kakadu National Park contain the world's oldest rock art collections where X-ray style paintings reveal internal anatomies of animals alongside spiritual beings and ceremonial scenes. Professional Aboriginal guides explain symbolic meanings, artistic techniques, and cultural protocols whilst ensuring respectful engagement with sacred sites and ongoing cultural practices.

Bush tucker tours demonstrate traditional food gathering and preparation techniques that sustained Aboriginal peoples across diverse Australian environments from tropical rainforests to arid deserts. Participants learn to identify native plants, understand seasonal availability, and appreciate sophisticated ecological knowledge that encompasses nutrition, medicine, and resource management. These hands-on experiences often include traditional cooking methods, storytelling sessions, and craft demonstrations that provide comprehensive insights into indigenous knowledge systems and their continued relevance for contemporary environmental challenges.

Wine Region and Gourmet Food Tours

Australia's diverse wine regions produce world-class vintages across varied climates and terroirs that range from cool-climate Tasmania and Adelaide Hills to warm Mediterranean-style areas in South Australia and Western Australia. The country's wine industry combines Old World techniques with New World innovation, creating distinctive styles that reflect unique Australian conditions and pioneering viticultural practices. Cellar door experiences, vineyard tours, and food pairing sessions provide comprehensive wine education whilst showcasing the stunning landscapes that create optimal growing conditions for premium grape varieties.

The Barossa Valley represents Australia's premier wine destination where German Lutheran settlers established vineyards in the 1840s that now produce some of the world's finest Shiraz wines from vines that are among the oldest in existence. Estate tours typically include historic cellars, heritage buildings, and family stories that span multiple generations of winemaking tradition. The valley's distinctive landscape of rolling hills covered with precisely planted vine rows creates photogenic vistas that change dramatically with seasonal colours and harvest activities.

Hunter Valley wine tours combine viticulture with gourmet food experiences that showcase regional produce including artisanal cheeses, olive oils, and specialty preserves that complement wine tastings and cellar door visits. The region's proximity to Sydney makes it a popular weekend destination where luxury accommodation, fine dining restaurants, and spa services create comprehensive wine country experiences. Balloon flights over the valley provide aerial perspectives of vineyard patterns whilst sunrise tours capture golden hour lighting that illuminates morning mist rising from valleys between vine-covered hills.