MELBOURNE
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 8 most popular half-day tours in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
Sail Victoria’s Salish Sea on a spacious catamaran whale watch, with naturalist-led spotting and free high-res photos included.
Most Popular“It was a brilliant day out with attention to safety first, followed by knowledgeable staff & good amenities.”
Half-day Puffing Billy steam train from Melbourne to Emerald Lake Park in the Dandenong Ranges, with small-group comfort and 16-language audio.
Half-day Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne with 3 cellar doors, small-group comfort, and VIP transport plus a gin distillery stop.
Half-day small-group Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne with Wi‑Fi transport, coffee at departure, and tastings at three wineries.
“Great half day out experiencing some lovely wines. Perfect if you have someone in your group who can't manage a full day of getting on and off a bus.”
Get behind-the-scenes at Melbourne’s sport icons, with a small-group bus tour, F1 Albert Park circuit drive, lunch, and hotel pickup.
“Our tour took in Flemington Racecourse, the MCG and Albert Park racetrack. All 3 attractions were good with good information being provided by Tamara. The lunch provided at the conclusion was very good and appreciated”
Private guide for up to seven in Melbourne. Customize a half- or full-day: Healesville Sanctuary, Great Ocean Road, St Kilda, Point Nepean.
“Very accommodating tour guide who found a way to meet our peculiar needs and still impart a deep appreciation for this beautiful city and country.”
Half-day Yarra River rafting from Melbourne with Level 2 rapids, wildlife spotting, and lunch included. Gear and shuttle provided.
“Highly recommend this tour. My husband and my son had never done it before and definitely had an incredible experience. After an amazing canoe ride, the guide made sure to bring us close to wild kangaroos. Just do it, you will love it!”
A private 4-hour Melbourne intro with gardens, cathedrals, arcades, laneways, markets, and a beach stop, guided in an air-con van.
“It was a wonderful half day. We saw a great deal at Melbourne and our guide was knowledgeable. Thorough and fun would definitely recommend.”
The laneways and the bay, and every road out to the coast and the ranges.
