Top 10 Private Tours in Melbourne, Victoria

Take a private shopping tour made just for You. Today is all about connecting You to the places locals love to go and meet the people passionate about their creations.  Browse the eclectic shops filled with vintage treasures and products designed and made by Melbourne craftspeople. Visit artists’ studios, meet the artists, and see how they create their wares behind the scenes. Tell us in advance what it is that You love to shop for and we'll take you to where Melbourne does it best.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, Discounts at various local stores, Asmall souvenir, Abeverage and light nibbles, Snacks

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, Souvenirs and personal shopping, Tips/gratuities for your guide

We are happy to take you on a private day tour to any destination beyond Melbourne you choose. Some itinerary options are listed below (only one can be done). How it works: Pick the location you would like to explore. Some options are: Explore the The Great Ocean Road & Otway Rainforest Go hiking in the Grampians National Park See the fairy penguin parade at Phillip Island Hike and swim at the southernmost point of mainland Australia at Wilsons Promontory National Park We will organise with you your itinerary and make all the relevant bookings We pick you up, take you around and drop you back to your hotel at the end of the tour We charge a flat rate for the service, inclusive of transport and guide. Any extra costs are then added to the overall price, meaning you get to tailor the tour to what you want to pay for!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

Only an hour out of Melbourne, capture some of the best views in a valley surrounded by mountains and taste the regions fresh produce. There are wineries, breweries, distillery's, a dairy farm and a chocolate factory. All the recipes needed to create a fun day out! Our Yarra Valley private tours are completely flexible and tailored to suit your interests. Your host/ guide will ensure you get the best from your day in the Yarra Valley.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Wine tasting fees. Refundable upon a purchase and vary depending on your choices. , Flexible: from picnics at private view spots to fine dining. We will arrange with you a suitable lunch spot upon booking.

With a wine growing history of over 180 years, the Yarra Valley is Victoria’s oldest wine growing region. Today it is one of the world’s leading cold climate wine growing regions with internationally known names such as Domaine Chandon, St Huberts and De Bortoli. Not only is the Yarra Valley famous for its vineyards, it has many other attractions too and we can help you visit all of them. We know it’s sensible advice to not mix your drinks but what if you’re in a region where you can sample, wine, cider, beer, gin, whisky and locally made liqueurs? It’s hard not to! The great news is we have contacts across the Valley and can customise your day each and every time to ensure it’s got the perfect blend for you, your group and of course your budget. We try to not go to the venues most of the other companies go to and we also try to limit your time on this bus and will book venues that are close together to maximise your winery time.

Inclusions: Lunch is included with all our wine tours bookings. We usually have a shared lunch which is plenty of delicious food to go around., The standard Yarra Valley package covers 3 wine tastings at 3 different venues. Must be 18 years old to be served., Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Our award-winning small group Phillip Island Penguin and Nature experience focuses on wildlife, conservation, and rugged scenery, culminating in the world-famous Little Penguin Parade in the evening without the typical tourist attraction "fillers". On the Island we visit a family-run open range wildlife sanctuary (we are the only tour operator that visits here - avoiding crowds for a fabulously relaxed and up close experience) where you can feed Kangaroos and Wallabies, walk amongst 80 species of Australian native animals and birds including Koalas, Emus, Wombats, and Echidnas. A fully guided interactive experience! You travel in the ultimate comfort of a Mercedes Benz vehicle designed for Australian touring conditions (11 guests) exclusively by us - no other operators vehicles even come close!. The Little Penguin Parade in the evening is the pinnacle event of this truly nature-based experience. Our guest reviews articulate our quality!

Inclusions: Complimentary accommodation pick up and return (Melbourne city central only - CBD)), Expert local guide, Luxury custom built Mercedes vehicles - unmatched space and comfort, All entrance fees included, Air-conditioned vehicle, Avoid crowds - exclusive locations and itinerary provide a complete and relaxed nature experience

Exclusions: Pick up outside of Melbourne city central locations.

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to experience one of the biggest local markets close to Melbourne! You'll have the chance to select from a wide variety of local fish, meat, poultry, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, dairy produce, sweets and more. After you buy a few ingredients for your cooking class, your host Tonya will drive you back to her apartment where you'll join her for a hands-on cooking experience. You'll learn to make three different dishes from scratch before you sit down to enjoy what you've prepared. Tonya will give you an overview of the menu that you'll be preparing for the day along with some tips and hacks for the preparation and cooking process. A few dishes that you may prepare are oysters and verjus jelly with eschallot dressing, green peppercorn and chive jus, or slow roasted ocean trout with creamy, lemony mayonnaise. At the end of your experience you'll get a folder to take home with all the recipes and tips of the day!

Inclusions: Private market tour and cooking class with your host Tonya, homecooked meal, Local alcohol (1 glass), Non-alcoholic beverages, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Gratuities, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Snow falls within 2 hours of Melbourne! A must see/do for an unforgettable tour with an experienced, professional Local Guide.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch, Snow Gear, Snow Play on Lake Mountain Ski Resort with toboggans (hire extra $20)

Beat the crowds! Experience the best sights along the Great Ocean Road on our 'Express 12 Apostles Great Ocean Road Tour'. This tour includes all of the highlights of our full-day tour, including a visit to The Twelve Apostles and favorite spots within the Port Campbel National Park. This tour is designed to shorten the drive and wait times, traveling to The 12 Apostles, therefore it does not include a scenic drive along The Great Ocean Road. Our guides will take a shortcut to The 12 Apostles via an inland reverse route.  Australian Private Tours have established and experienced drivers, catering to international and local clientele. Please Note: This tour is customizable. If you would like to customize your experience, please contact the company prior to the tour date. Prices may vary depending on changes to the itinerary.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Meals are flexible and tailored to suit your interests on the day.

Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! Fall in love with the flavorful Australian cuisine on this delicious food tour in Melbourne! Enjoy a selection of 10 tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host, just for you. From yummy must-tries like the beloved croquette to unique dishes like steamed Bao buns; you're in for a treat. During this culinary tour in Melbourne, you will enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory to sweet while also discovering the city and its highlights. Wander around the historic Royal Arcade, one of Melbourne's most iconic laneways. Your local foodie has you covered! Try the legendary, and very Australian, vegemite ​and the local-favorite meat pie, and munch into some unique sushi handrolls, made with a fusion of Asian and Australian influences.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small group tour option available, Local Guide, 10 Food & Drinks Tastings, Vegetarian alternatives

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Food and drink not mentioned as inclusions

Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! On this spooky city tour, you’ll join a brave local host to visit some of the spots to be said are haunted – along the way, you’ll hear terrifying tales galore, learn about the characters that still roam in the afterlife… and maybe even meet one or two of them? Visit the Young and Jackson hotel, home to a mysterious ghost for 200 years, and the smart Windsor Hotel, where the ghouls spend the afterlife in five-star comfort. Your host will tell the harrowing tales of the women and babies that still roam in the area around the old hospital, and the dark deeds of the criminals. A train station, a shopping center, a theater… There are spooky goings-on all over Melbourne! Hear how those hoping to rest in peace were awoken again.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Due to post Covid-19 policy this tour has a limited amount of participants, Tips and tricks about the local way and information on Covid-19 regulations from our local guide, Your local host will reach you to make sure all precautionary measures are taken, Private experience only for you and your family/friends with social distance involved

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off