Tours and Trips in Australia and the Pacific

Discover Australia's dark past and learn the truths of its fascinating convict history on this full-day tour to Port Arthur from Hobart. Get a glimpse into 19th-century Tasmania at Port Arthur, with a guided walking tour and a harbor cruise around the UNESCO-listed penal settlement. Next, follow the notorious Tasmania Convict Trail, stopping at historic towns like Doo Town and Richmond, home to Australia's first convict-built bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Travel with a small-group tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and other wildlife highlights of Victoria. Your full-day tour stops at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to meet Australian natives such as koalas and wallabies. Head to Churchill Island to visit a historic farm and the Koala Conservation Centre, then go to see the dramatic Cape Woolamai surf beach and the Nobbies boardwalk where you can enjoy the views of the rugged South Coast.

Please note: This product is specifically designed for land-based customers when making a booking. Cruise Ship passengers should access product 13015P26, which is the identical itinerary, but provides for instantaneous confirmation, different departure time and pick-up instructions.Take in the views from Mount Wellington, hand-feed a kangaroo and journey through the Coal River Valley on this 5-hour tour from Hobart. Admire the historic buildings along Salamanca Place and Battery Point; climb to the 4,167-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt Wellington for spectacular views over Hobart; then enjoy a close encounter with wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Finally, follow the scenic Coal River to the heritage town of Richmond to discover the secrets of Tasmania's convict history. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people.

Enjoy the ultimate small-group tour of Sydney, including a city sightseeing tour by minivan and a harbor cruise on Sydney Harbour. Travel with a small group limited to 16 participants and see highlights such as The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi Beach. See the best of Sydney by land and water on this deluxe tour.

Combine visits to Mount Wellington and the Tahune AirWalk on this 6-hour shore excursion from Hobart. Other stops include the Derwent River, Salamanca Palace, Battery Point, the Channel Heritage Center, and the Shot Tower. This small-group tour includes round-trip port transportation.

First time in Melbourne? Enjoy a vibrant introduction to Australia's cultural capital with this 3-hour tour of the city's star attractions. Learn about the city's colonial roots as you admire historic landmarks like the Town Hall and St Patrick's Cathedral; browse the lively Queen Victoria Market; and stroll around Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne's oldest park. This small-group tour has a maximum of 11 participants, ensuring personal attention from your guide.

Dig deeper into Sydney's dark history and multi-cultural heritage on this 3-hour walking tour of the city's best bits. Learn about Sydney's Aboriginal roots, convict past and colonial history as you follow your guide around Circular Quay, The Rocks and Sydney Harbour. Stop along the way to admire landmark buildings like the Customs House, Parliament House and St Mary's Cathedral; stroll around Hyde Park; and snap photos of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Tower.

Greet the day with a relaxing morning cruise in Sydney Harbour, complete with tea. Traveling in a motorized yacht with a small group of no more than 16 people, listen to the captain's narration as you glide past famous harbour sights like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, shoreline villages, and scenic bays. Sip tea, coffee, or juice along the way, and be back at Circular Quay in time for lunch.

Visit the 'Lord of the Rings' movie set on this small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland. At the Hobbiton Movie Set, you'll visit the home of Bilbo Baggins and peer inside other hobbit holes of the Shire - filming site of 'The Hobbit' and the 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. Your knowledgeable guide points out the party tree and the Mill. Enjoy cider, ale or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn, and recharge with lunch at The Green Dragon marquee - both included.

Adventurous travelers with any level of rock-climbing experience (total beginner to advanced) will enjoy climbing this series of steps fixed into a cliff face. Guides will ensure your safety and instruct you on how to approach the climb, as well as ensure that you climb a section suited to your abilities. Your efforts will be rewarded with incredible views of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu.

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour from Cairns that visits two attractions located to the south of the city: Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Stroll around the elegant grounds of Paronella Park and see the beautiful gardens and the ruins of the Spanish Castle. Stop in Mena Creek for lunch, then experience the rain forest of Australia up close at Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience, with round-trip transport from Cairns or the Northern Beaches.

Travel with a knowledgeable local guide to the charming fishing village of Stanley, which sits next to the large rocky plateau known as The Nut. The Nut rises 500 feet (152 meters) above the ocean and offers sweeping views over the Bass Straits and Tasmanian coast. Take a chairlift up to the top, or hike up if you enjoy the challenge. You'll also see Stanley's many historic buildings and learn about the region from your informative guide on this full-day tour from Devonport, Ulverstone or Burnie. Group size is limited to seven, ensuring an intimate experience.

Explore Wellington's natural and cultural history on a full-day tour that includes the rugged south coast. See exhibits on maritime history at the renowned Museum of Wellington City & Sea, then travel by 4WD to Red Rocks Reserve near Owhiro Bay. Marvel at a New Zealand fur seal colony and sweeping views of Cook Strait and the Tasman Sea while an informative guide shares Maori myths and local birdlife. Enjoy a bistro lunch alongside Wellington Harbour on this small-group tour with a maximum of six people.

From the summit of Mt. Wellington to the peak of a swinging bridge over the rain forest, this small-group tour is filled with views of the Tasmanian wilderness. Learn about the local culture and ecosystem from a guide with extensive knowledge about the area as you travel along the shores of Derwent River, past the historic buildings of Salamanca Place, and down the scenic coastal route into Huon Valley en route to popular attractions such as the Tahune Forest AirWalk. Choose between a 6-hour tour and an 8-hour tour, which includes an additional stop at a wildlife sanctuary of your choosing.

Enjoy the comforts of a 4-hour luxury whale-watching cruise from Campbell's Cove in Sydney. Head across Sydney Harbour and past the Sydney Heads into the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean to look for humpback and southern right whales on their migration through the Southern Hemisphere. Your naturalist guide shares informative commentary about the whales throughout your tour. Enjoy an included barbecue lunch buffet served on board and accompanied by unlimited drinks. You'll travel with a small group limited to 10 people, which provides a more personalized experience.

Get an overview of this small city without the risk of getting lost, on a small-group cycle tour. Your guide will take you past must-see sites like the Darwin Waterfront, Botanical Gardens, and more, while telling you about the city's history. The intensity of the ride can be adjusted to suit your group's needs, and there will be plenty of rest and photography stops, if you need them.

Discover one of South Australia's wildlife hotspots on this full-day 4WD tour of Kangaroo Island, including round-trip transport from Adelaide by ferry or plane. Spot playful Australian sea lions at the Seal Bay Conservation Park; see echidnas, wallabies and koalas in their natural habitats; and get up close to cockatoos, Tamar wallabies and kangaroos on a guided bushwalk. This small-group tour has a maximum of 8 participants and includes a gourmet picnic lunch.

Escape the crowds of Milford Sound as you cruise through the popular glacier-carved fjord on a full-day excursion, round-trip from Te Anau. The 1.5-hour Milford Sound morning boat trip glides past stunning sights like Mitre Peak, situated in the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park. En route, stop for short walks at scenic spots like Mirror Lakes and the Chasm. Enjoy small-group transport by mini-coach, limited to 33 people, which ensures personalized attention from your guide. Includes lunch plus hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend a day exploring the waterfalls, monsoon forest and rock formations of Litchfield National Park on a small-group tour from Darwin. Swim in natural rock pools such as Buley Rockhole, admire massive termite pillars, take a guided walk in the forest, hear Aboriginal stories, and learn about Australian plants and animals. Take a dip at waterfalls that cascade from the Tabletop Range, relax over a barbecue lunch and travel by air-conditioned minivan with a knowledgeable guide.

See Sydney highlights from the water with this scenic Harbour tour. Over the course of 3 hours, you'll cruise from Darling Harbour past landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. See Watsons Bay, penguins, North Head Quarantine Station, and lovely waterside homes. Stop at local beaches to swim and explore before your return to Darling Harbour.