Tours and Trips in Australia and the Pacific

Savor delicious Aussie oysters as you paddle your way along Australia's Oyster Coast on this 2-hour kayaking tour of Batemans Bay. Start your oyster masterclass with an oyster tasting at the Oyster Shed, then kayak around the working oyster farms of the Clyde River. Along the way, learn more about how the oysters are cultivated and harvested, peek behind the scenes and get the inside scoop on selecting the freshest oysters. If you want, purchase some delicious fresh oysters to take away with you.

The Penguin Parade is one of the most popular attractions on Phillip Island - the nightly procession of Little Penguins returning to their burrows on Summerland Beach. This transfer service is ideal for travelers that want to witness the natural wonder without joining a full day tour. After being picked up from your Phillip Island hotel, make a short photo stop at the Nobbies, then head to the Penguin Parade. Tickets for the general viewing area are included.

Start your Penguin Island tour with a 90-minute dolphin and sea lion cruise of Shoalwater Bay near Perth. An expert guide points out bottlenose dolphins, seabirds and other wildlife in the Shoalwater Island Marine Park before you disembark at Penguin Island for a ranger-led feeding of little penguins. You have two hours of free time to explore the Discovery Centre and island on your own, but you can stay longer to swim, hike or enjoy a picnic at the shore  -  simply catch a later ferry back to Shoalwater.

Take a full-day detour from Alice Springs to visit Palm Valley - a fertile oasis in the midst of the Outback that's accessible only by 4WD vehicle. See ancient rock formations and spring-fed pools, and enjoy a picnic lunch in Finke Gorge National Park. Learn about the area's indigenous history with a visit to the Aboriginal community of Hermannsburg, where you can tour the town mission and a local painter's home.

Explore the Magill Estate, the birthplace of Australian wine producer Penfolds, on this guided tour. At the property, which is nestled in the foothills of Adelaide, take in views of the vineyards and immerse yourself in the world of Australian wines. You'll visit the on-site Grange Cottage and the vintage cellar, and enjoy a wine tasting followed by a 3-course lunch paired with Penfolds wines.

Discover the beauty of Australia's Red Centre on a 2-day camping tour of World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Start from Alice Springs or Ayers Rock, then travel with your guide to Uluru and Kata Tjuta where you take walks, hear stories of Aboriginal culture, and watch the sunrise and sunset over Uluru. Camp overnight in the national park, sleeping under the stars. An ideal tour if you have limited time, this small-group tour offers an intimate experience at one of Australia's most iconic sites.

Experience Papeete like never before on this guided, 90-minute, small-group Segway tour. Glide along the illuminated waterfront of this capital city of French Polynesia and visit many of the most popular attractions and landmark locations. See Place Vai'ete, or Vaiete Square, with its food wagons and live music. Also, visit the Marina de Papeete, Paofai Park and gardens, the Monument of Independence and more. Guided Segway training plus the use of a helmet are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Discover some of the vineyards and wineries for which New Zealand's fertile South Island is famous on this 4-hour wine tour from Queenstown. Travel from Queenstown into the South Island's rolling hills with your guide. Visit a total of three wineries such as Gibbston Valley Winery, Mt Rosa, Waitiri Creek Winery or Chard Farm Winery. During your visits sample some of the delicious wines and cheese produced in the region, and gain insight into the delicate balances of scent and flavour at play in your glass.

See firsthand if Paradise Valley lives up to its name by prebooking this tour from Queenstown. Along with visiting movie locations used in Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, catch views of the Dart River and Mt. Aspiring National Park. Take a few optional hikes, explore a trail above Diamond Lake, and stop by a sheep-shearing farm. During this guided tour, you'll also get to ride a 4WD off the beaten path to see the area used as Middle Earth in LOTR.

Experience the highlights of Papeete on a 3-hour sightseeing tour with a knowledgeable guide. Make your way around the charming capital of French Polynesia, stopping to visit the Municipal Market, the colonial Cath edrale Notre-Dame and Papeete Town Hall. Don't miss the Tahiti's chic boutiques at the Vaima shopping center and a chance to explore the world's only museum dedicated to the black pearl. Hotel pickup and drop-off by coach included.

It is all about the experience. We make it how you want it. We take you to special places only the locals know. Experience canoeing across Shoalwater Bay Penguin Island. The crystal water, the cliff, and of course the penguins, are incredible sights to be seen. If you are lucky, you can see the dolphins or the sea lions.  We have a picnic lunch on the beach, and then make our way to have coffee and chocolate and wander through Fremantle Market. We customised the itinerary to suit you!

Let a knowledgeable guide lead you off the beaten track during this day trip from Wellington to Cape Palliser Bay. Set out from the New Zealand capital to visit Lake Ferry and the fishing village of Ngawi, with stunning views of the rugged coastline. See the North Island's largest colony of fur seals near Cape Palliser Lighthouse, and stop at a winery in Martinborough for wine tasting. You'll even discover Middle-earth at a filming site from 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. Includes lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

Hike on two renowned trails near Queenstown during a full-day tour that showcases New Zealand's natural beauty. Head to Bob's Cove Track in the morning, and the Routeburn Track in the afternoon, and get views of Lake Wakatipu, Mt Aspiring National Park, the Remarkables, and 'Lord Of The Rings' filming locations. Your guide tailors the walks to your group's fitness level for a more personalized experience.

Enjoy a private half-day sightseeing tour of the Bay of Islands region led by a knowledgeable guide. Personalize the itinerary with options including historical sites like the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, The Stone Store and Kemp House in Kerikeri, and Russell - where Europeans first settled in New Zealand. See St Paul's Anglican Church in Paihia, learn about Maori culture at Rewa's Village, and admire natural attractions including marine wildlife, Haruru Falls and Rainbow Falls. Or check out wineries and gourmet shops with handmade treats, fine wine and fresh seafood.

There are few more unique ways to see the Bay of Islands than catching the wind and parasailing high above the water. See the Bay's towns, forests and islands - all the way out to Cape Brett's famous Hole in the Rock - from the sky on this aerial adventure. Take to the skies with your friends or family on tandem or triple flights. Your children can even go parasailing - this adventure is suitable for all.

Experience Papeete like never before on this guided, 90-minute, small-group Segway tour. Glide along the popular waterfront of this capital city of French Polynesia and visit many of the most popular attractions and landmark locations. See Place Vai'ete, or Vaiete Square, with its food wagons and live music. Also, visit the Marina de Papeete, Paofai Park and gardens, the Monument of Independence and more. Guided Segway training plus the use of a helmet are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Experience a different side of Sydney on a kayaking and walking tour of the Northern Beaches area. Morning tours take you out into the beautiful nature, about an hour north of the city. Kayak with your knowledgeable guide through the calm blue waters of Pittwater, swim at a secluded beach, and take a guided bush walk through the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park to Aboriginal Caves.

Get acquainted with an array of New Zealand and exotic wildlife, native birds, farm animals and fish at Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park, located just 10 minutes from central Rotorua. Use your all-day admission ticket to explore the exhibits, including animal feedings. Get up close to a pride of African lions, admire colorful birds in the aviary and waterfowl wetlands, and take a treetops walk in the forest canopy. This family-friendly attraction, set amid native bush, provides easy access along flat walkways in all types of weather.

Uncover the mysteries of the rain forest by day and night on this unique 8-hour tour of Paronella Park, including hotel pick-up from Cairns. Enjoy unbeatable views of the UNESCO-listed rain forest as you walk the Mamu Tropical Skywalk, then head to Paronella Park to spot colorful birds and butterflies, and cool off with a swim at Josephine Falls. After a delicious dinner at a local restaurant (if option selected), head back to the park after nightfall to discover the beautifully illuminated waterfalls and nocturnal wildlife.

Go snorkeling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day cruise from Cairns. Relax on board your 80-foot (25-meter) luxury catamaran as your captain sails to two exclusive locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to snorkel or dive, with full instruction provided by guides, and see an array of colorful fish, sea turtles, and corals. Your tour includes morning and afternoon tea, and a buffet lunch, with additional beverages available for purchase.