From Melbourne: Ultimate 2-Day Great Ocean Road Tour
See the Great Ocean Road the right way and spend two full days along this amazing coastline. Explore some of Victoria's wonderful beaches, villages, waterfalls, and lookouts.
Trips out of the city with transport included. Our own day-trips page covers the towns worth eating in; these are the coaches and drivers that get you there.
For the operators we researched and recommend, see our food tours and cooking classes in Melbourne, or the experiences overview.
Day trips from Melbourne
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Railway & Rainforest Tour
Escape Melbourne for a day in the Dandenong Ranges! Ride Puffing Billy Railway, explore the rainforest, spot native birds, and feel the thrill as you dangle your legs ...
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Wildlife Tour
Experience a memorable day tour from Melbourne, featuring an iconic scenic journey on Puffing Billy steam train followed by a visit to Phillip Island to witness the wo...
Great Ocean Road DeepTour 10 Stops 12 Apostles London Bridge
Reverse GOR route. Beat crowds and backlight for perfect photos. 10 iconic stops with highlights, including London Bridge (not on standard day tours). Spot kangaroos, ...
Melbourne: Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience
Step back in time on the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges. Cross the Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge and explore Emerald Lake Park with an ex...
Melbourne to Adelaide: 3-Day Great Ocean Road Grampians Tour
Spend an amazing 3 days traveling on a Great Ocean Road Grampians National Park adventure tour en route to Adelaide. Explore natural beauty of 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Go...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Boutique Tour in Reverse
See the Twelve Apostles and walk through the rainforest on a day trip along the Great Ocean Road. Avoid the crowds and beat the rush by exploring the typical route in ...
Melbourne: Mornington Peninsula Southern Coast Discovery
Experience the Mornington Peninsula with the locals, as we explore dramatic coastal cliffs, colourful beach boxes, and historic forts on this premium small-group tour.
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops & London Bridge Sunset
Follow the classic Great Ocean Road coastal route—no reverse detours. Enjoy our carefully selected stops covering iconic highlights, plus hidden gem London Bridge, oft...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
Explore the Great Ocean Road in the company of experienced, Australian guides. See koalas and birds, take a rain forest walk, discover the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.
Great Ocean Road Deap Tour 12 Apostles London Bridge & More
Opt for our reverse Great Ocean Road itinerary – skip the crowds and avoid backlight for flawless photos. Explore 10 iconic stops with key highlights including London ...
Great Ocean Road Discovery: 12 Apostles & Golden Hour Wonders
Journey through iconic coastal scenery—from Apollo Bay to wild koalas, the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge, where autumn and winter often bring beaut...
Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Seal Cruise
Experience Phillip Island on a premium small-group tour, featuring a two-hour wildlife cruise, with free time on the Island, followed by Golden Hour at The Nobbies and...
From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour
Experience the Phillip Island Penguin Parade on an afternoon tour from Melbourne with direct travel to the island, arriving in time for sunset to watch the penguins wa...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Tour
Discover the Great Ocean Road with an expert, friendly local guide. Spot wild koalas, explore Loch Ard Gorge and watch the iconic 12 Apostles transform in the golden l...
Melbourne: 6-hour Wilsons Prom Whale Watching
Experience Victoria's spectacular whale migration season on a full-day adventure from Melbourne 6-hour Wilsons Prom cruise.
Melbourne: French and Phillip Island Wildlife Expedition
Spend the day island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island. Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest native wildlife. Take in bre...
Melbourne: Peninsula Hot Springs Early Bathing & Scenic Tour
Escape Melbourne for a crowd-free soak at Peninsula Hot Springs. Enjoy 3 hours of geothermal bathing, scenic coastal views from Arthurs Seat, colourful beach boxes and...
Melbourne: Sovereign Hill 'A Touch of Gold' Ballarat Tour
Experience the thrill of Victoria’s gold rush era with a captivating tour of Sovereign Hill, Australia’s premier outdoor museum. Step back in time to the 1850s and try...
From Melbourne: Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour
Discover Phillip Island on a relaxed afternoon tour with an expert, friendly local guide. Explore The Nobbies and watch little penguins return ashore at the world-famo...
Adelaide to Melbourne: 3-Day Ultimate Overland Journey
Travel from Adelaide to Melbourne on an epic 3-day adventure. Hike the Grampians, spot wildlife, explore volcanic landscapes, and follow the Great Ocean Road to the 12...
Great Ocean Road 10-Stop Tour: Sunset near the Twelve Apostles
Take the classic route where each stop leads naturally to the next, from Apollo Bay to the furthest Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge, and have a chance to view the spl...
Melbourne: 4-Day Great Ocean Road (small group) to Adelaide
Experience the epic Great Ocean Road and more over 4 days. From Melbourne to Adelaide, this small group tour is simply fabulous. Don't rush this iconic route, sit back...
Deluxe Great Ocean Road Reverse Sunrise Tour – Small-Group Hotel Pickup
Relax in a deluxe minibus as you explore the wonders of the Great Ocean Road. We will pick you up from your hotel for a journey of a lifetime; guiding you is not just ...
From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Small Group Tour
Experience the scenic splendor and majestic mountains of the Grampians National Park on a day trip from Melbourne. Enjoy the breathtaking views, abundance of wildlife ...
From Melbourne: Peninsula Hot Springs & Bathing Boxes Tour
Relax for the day in the Mornington Peninsula’s very own hot springs. Admire the panoramic clifftop coastal views from Arthurs Seat Lookout before stopping at the colo...
From Melbourne: Phillip Island and Penguin Parade Day Tour
Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife wonders. Meet koalas and kangaroos, visit the Nobbies, and witness the world-famous Penguin Parade as little penguins return ashore ...
Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour - 12 Apostles and London Bridge
Discover max highlights along Great Ocean Road, including Apollo Bay, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge, where the coastline often glows at sunset, with sp...
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour
Embark on a private tour of the Great Ocean Road with a professional driver-guide. Visit the Twelve Apostles, the Gibson Steps, Apollo Bay and much more.
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Parade Adventure
Ride the century-old Puffing Billy Steam Train, overlook the vast ocean and unique terrain at The Nobbies Viewpoint, and watch the Penguin Parade at sunset!
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour
Enjoy a fun-filled tour with an expert local guide who will show you the best sights, plenty of photo stops and wildlife. In a medium-sized group, venture on a spectac...
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour from Melbourne
Discover Phillip Island on an afternoon tour from Melbourne. Visit the Nobbies for coastal views and witness the world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset as little pengui...
From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos
Head out for a day trip around Phillip Island from Melbourne. Visit the Brighton Beach Boxes, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Nobbies Boardwalk, and Phil...
Oceans to Mountains Explorer: 3-Day Great Ocean Road Tour
From oceans to mountains, this 3-day Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park tour is filled with the most incredible scenery, nature, and wildlife wonders through...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Full-Day Tour
Journey along the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Visit Memorial Arch, Apollo Bay, Loch Ard Gorge, and the iconic 12 Apostles while discovering Australia's spectacula...
Melbourne: Penguin Parade & Phillip Island Scenic Day Tour
Embark on a day trip from Melbourne to Phillip Island! Take in breathtaking coastal scenery, experience Australia’s unique wildlife, and witness the memorable Penguin Parade.
Great Ocean Road Private Luxury Tour: Free Entry and Hotel Pickup
Discover the Great Ocean Road on a private luxury tour from Melbourne. Visit the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway. - All-incl...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour
Discover the Great Ocean Road with an expert local guide. See the 12 Apostles, spot wild koalas and walk through ancient rainforest on a full-day adventure from Melbourne.
Full-Day Private Australian Wildlife Tour of Phillip Island
Phillip Island on the south coast is a place for having a unique experience of Australian wildlife where you can get really close to them in their rich natural habitant.
Great Ocean Road Reverse Sunrise Boutique Tour in a Premium Coach
An Early Start. Specially When on Holidays. It`s Bit Challenging. So Join This Tour For 7 AM START. Still see all the MAIN ATTRACTION WITHOUT CROWDS. Because We will D...
Melbourne: 2-Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Tour
Join the perfect trip for those seeking the most incredible scenery, nature, and wildlife wonders in Victoria. Head to Great Otway National Park and Grampians National...
Melbourne: 12 Apostles Sunset Tour - Fewer Crowds
Enjoy a later start on this Great Ocean Road sunset tour from Melbourne. Avoid crowds, explore Loch Ard Gorge, and watch the Twelve Apostles glow at sunset.
Melbourne: Phillip Island Private Tour, Penguin and Koala
Embark on a day tour to Phillip Island from Melbourne. Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, see the Penguin Parade at sunset, and explore the charming seaside village...
Melbourne: 12 apostles great scenic road helicopter option
Discover the Great Ocean Road on a day tour from Melbourne. See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and razor back optional helicopter ride
2-Day Great Ocean Road Small Group Tour
Discover the diversity of one of the best touring roads in the world. Learn about the wildlife, history and unique stories of the region while staying in fantastic oce...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Premium Tour in Reverse
See the Twelve Apostles and walk through the rainforest on a day trip along the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Avoid the crowds and beat the rush by exploring the ty...
Melbourne: Penguin Parade Tour with Puffing Billy Train Ride
Take a scenic drive and ride the Puffing Billy Steam Train through the Dandenong Ranges, enjoy the breathtaking coastal view, and see the penguins emerge from the sea ...
Melbourne: Phillip Island Private Trip, Penguin and Wildlife
Discover the natural beauty of Phillip Island on a day trip from Melbourne. See koalas in their natural habitat, enjoy a walk along the boardwalks at the Nobbies Centr...
Melbourne: Private Grampians National Park Day Tours
Explore the Grampians National Park on a day Tour. Discover Australian bush landscapes, ancient Aboriginal rock art, and encounter native animals in this natural wonderland.
Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Watching Day Tour
Embark on a scenic drive through Phillip Island, revel in breathtaking coastal views, encounter native wildlife, and witness penguins returning to their nests as they ...
Melbourne: Mornington Peninsula Private Trip include tickets
Discover the beauty of the Mornington Peninsula on a private day trip from Melbourne. Visit the Brighton Bathing Boxes, stroll through Mornington Township, and ride th...
Werribee Mansion & Sovereign Hill Tour
Discover the gold rush charm of Ballarat and delve into its history at Sovereign Hill. Explore Werribee Mansion and learn local history on a day trip from Melbourne wi...
Phillip Island Heritage Farm, Sheepdog Show & Penguin Parade
Experience the charm of a century-old farm. Witness traditional farm life with sheep shearing, cow milking, and a shepherd dog herding show. Watching penguins return t...
Melbourne to Adelaide: 2-Day Great Ocean Road Grampians Tour
Discover the best of southern Australia on a 2-day journey from Melbourne to Adelaide. Explore the Great Ocean Road, see the 12 Apostles, hike the Grampians, and exper...
Melbourne: Coastal View & Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
Meet Australian wildlife, enjoy stunning coastal sights, and end with the magical Penguin Parade!
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Island Excursion
Join a one-day adventure from Melbourne to Phillip Island! Ride the Puffing Billy Train, discover native Australian wildlife, enjoy stunning coastal views, and watch t...
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Penguins Combo Tour Package
Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, then head to Phillip Island for The Nobbies and Penguin Parade. Experience both with expert local guides in one memorable day.
Private Tour to Dandenong Ranges & Puffing Billy Steam Train
Journey to the Dandenong Ranges with a private local tour guide. Explore the best of this stunning region including a ride on Victoria's oldest train, The Puffing Billy.
From Melbourne: 3-Day Great Ocean Road Tour with Lodging
Discover the world-famous Great Ocean Road and other natural wonders on a 3-day trip from Melbourne to Adelaide. Visit the majestic 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Na...
Luxury Private Great Ocean Road Tour – Up to 14 Guests
Experience a luxury Great Ocean Road tour with private access for up to 14 guests. Explore stunning coastlines, iconic rock formations, lush rainforests, and native wi...
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train and Wildlife Zoo Private Tour
Enjoy a private tour of the Puffing Billy Steam Train and Moonlit Sanctuary. Explore Melbourne's most famous steam train, wildlife and much more.
Melbourne: Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre & Melbourne Skydeck
Step back in time to the Goldrush era at Sovereign Hill, visit the Eureka Centre, botanical gardens and finish with the best view of Melbourne from the Skydeck on the ...
From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Private Tour
See the adorable penguins come ashore for the night at Phillip Island's famous Penguin Parade. Travel in style with a private car and guide on a day trip from Melbourne.
Melbourne Highlights & Aussie Wildlife Express Tour
Short in time, Visit best Melbourne highlights and have encounter with Australian animals in one day only!
Melbourne: Private Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tours
Experience the enchantment of Phillip Island Nature Park! Join us each evening to witness the heartwarming sight of adorable penguins waddling back to their burrows al...
Melbourne Magic: City Highlights and Penguin Parade Tour
Explore Melbourne’s top landmarks before heading to Phillip Island. Visit the Nobbies and witness the Penguin Parade at sunset as little penguins return ashore on this...
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Koalas
Take an early-start Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne with a small group: visit the Memorial Arch, see wild koalas, stroll Maits Rest rainforest, then visit the...
Great Ocean Road Hidden Coastal Gems Full Day Explorer -Tour
This is not just another Great Ocean Road tour. Join me on an exploratory route from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles Discover kangaroo hideaways & panoramic sea views — a...
Full Day Great Ocean Road Private Guided Tour
Experience the iconic Great Ocean Road on a private guided tour from Melbourne. Join your local tour guide for a full day of exploring Australia's most scenic drive.
Melbourne: Ballarat Wildlife Park & Sovereign Hill Tour
Step back into Victoria’s gold-rush era at Sovereign Hill, with historic streets, costumed characters, gold panning, traditional shops, and fascinating live demonstrations.
Melbourne: Private Wilson Promontory National Park Day Tours
Experience the stunning beauty of Wilsons Promontory! Explore pristine beaches, spot native wildlife, enjoy scenic walks, and end your day with a breathtaking sunset a...
Great Ocean Road Tour Experience
Discover the Great Ocean Road and the 12 Apostles with a Full 12 hour day. Starting at your accommodation at 5.30am to returning at 6pm This will be a fully guided exp...
Melbourne: Phillip Island Wildlife & Penguin Parade Tour
Discover Phillip Island on a private tour from Melbourne. Visit Moonlit Sanctuary, see the Penguin Parade, and explore the Nobbies Boardwalks.
Melbourne: Penguin Parade & Churchill Island Farm Tour
Come and experience the best of Phillip Island. Visit a working heritage farm on Churchill Island, see the spectacular view from the Nobbies Lookout, then watch the fa...
Sovereign Hill & Ballarat Day Trip with Chinese Guide
Discover the gold rush era on a day trip from Melbourne to Sovereign Hill. Explore Ballarat, visit Lake Wendouree, and enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside.
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Private Tour
Explore the Great Ocean Road on a private tour from Melbourne with pick up and drop off service. See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Split Point Lighthous...
Melbourne: Murray River 5-Day Paddle with Local Artist
Join a 5-day paddle along the Murray River with artist in residence Emily-Rose Sharkova. Immerse yourself in nature, connect with yourself, and enjoy the journey.
Melbourne: Private Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tour
Escape Melbourne for a private day on the Great Ocean Road in a luxury Mercedes V-Class. Reach the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and rainforest with your own guide, your...
Melbourne: Private Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
See the famous penguin parade on Phillip Island on a day trip from Melbourne. Enjoy the views from the Nobbies Lookout, spot wallabies on the dramatic coastline, and v...
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road 2-Day Private Tour|Drone Filming
Explore the world-famous Great Ocean Road on a private 2-day charter tour from Melbourne. Travel in a luxury vehicle with your family or friends and enjoy hotel pick-u...
4D3N Best Bits Victoria Sightseeing Tour
Discover the best of Melbourne on a 4-day tour. See the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the London Bridge on the Great Ocean Road. Visit the famous Penguin Parade on ...
Phillip Island Private Tour with Mandarin Speaking Guide
Discover Phillip Island on a private tour from Melbourne. Visit the Maru Koala and Animal Park, see the Brighton Bathing Boxes, and watch the Penguin Parade at Summerl...
From Melbourne: Mount Hotham Private Day Trip
Escape Melbourne for a day trip to Mount Hotham. Enjoy a private, flexible tour with a driver-guide, and spend the day skiing, snowboarding, or relaxing in the snow.
From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Eco Tour
Discover Phillip Island with an expert, friendly local guide. Meet Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary, explore The Nobbies and watch little penguins return ashor...
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour
Ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges, take a scenic coastal route to Phillip Island, and see the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade ...