Tours and Trips in Australia and the Pacific

For sports lovers, Melbourne is hard to beat. With so many major stadiums packed into one metropolis, there's always a game on and excitement in the air. Get an insider's look into the city's athletic obsession with a behind-the-scenes tour of several of its famed venues. Visit the site of the Melbourne Cup horserace at Flemington Racecourse and cruise around the Grand Prix Circuit at Albert Park. For more, upgrade to one of three different options to explore the Melbourne home of your favorite sports.

Take a beach holiday just south of Melbourne on a guided tour of the sunny seaside town St. Kilda. Soak up the cheerful boardwalk atmosphere of Luna Park, see vintage Victorian sea baths, stroll along the St. Kilda Pier, and admire colorful Art Deco architecture. Hear tales of the area's unlikely mafia history, royal visits, and seaside scandals as you explore this popular day trip destination with a guide.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour that combines three South East Tasmania attractions. Get epic views and photo ops from Rosny Lookout, visit Federation Chocolate and enjoy oyster tastings at Bangor. Finally, visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo to see Tasmania's most famous wild residents up close. Listen to tailored commentary from your guide as you travel at your own pace.

Enjoy the ultimate day out in paradise at South Sea Island, located in Fiji's Mamanuca archipelago. After a 30-minute cruise across crystal-clear waters from Port Denarau, arrive at your tropical destination and choose from an array of options. Snorkel to discover the stunning coral reefs, kayak in the lagoons and ride a semi-submersible vessel, or upgrade for an introductory or certified scuba dive. Feast on a barbecue lunch with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks throughout the day, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off (depending on option selected).

Hike through the Springbrook National Park, visiting the Scenic Rim and Natural Bridge lookouts, on this half-day tour from the Gold Coast. Follow your guide on an easy, scenic .6-mile (1-kilometer) hike, which gives epic payoffs in the form of waterfall, mountain, and rain forest views. Learn about the area's environment, plants, and animals from your guide.

Leave busy Brisbane for a full-day tour that showcases the natural beauty of North Stradbroke Island. Swim in the surf or freshwater lakes, take a short guided hike, view whales and other marine animals from the beach and coastal lookouts, visit small towns including historic Dunwich and Amity, and go in search of the island's population of wild kangaroos and koalas. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 13 people, which ensures a more personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide.

Head to the Swan River for a 2-hour beginning level stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) lesson and guided tour. Learn key SUP skills from your qualified guide that allow you to ride independently on flat water or small waves. You'll be able to soak in the scenery of Perth, look for aquatic life, and enjoy time to practice your new skills.

Take to the skies on a 50-minute Queenstown helicopter flight that includes a snow landing on Jura Glacier. Soar above Lake Wakatipu's northern shores and discover unparalleled views of New Zealand's Southern Alps from an aerial perspective. After your pilot lands atop the glacier, snap photos of surrounding alpine peaks, such as Mt Aspiring, before the return helicopter ride over glacier-fed lakes and the Rees and Dart River valleys.

Book your ticket to a world-class performance at the Sydney Opera House, known for its traditional performing arts but also a popular venue for more experimental forms. You will have access to one of best available seats for one of the many shows created by the flagship resident companies performing at the Sydney Opera House.

Escape from city life with this tranquil 1-hour stand-up paddle boarding experience in Melbourne. Pick up your rental board and head out to explore independently, hone your paddle boarding skills and soak up the scenery of St Kilda. Glide past the palm-fringed sands and keep a look out for dolphins, penguins and tropical fish as you drift out into the ocean.

Kick off your day trip to South Stradbroke Island in style with a round-trip flight from the Gold Coast by seaplane. Enjoy a thrilling takeoff from the water in front of the Sea World marine park; soak up magnificent aerial views of Surfers Paradise, Moreton Bay and the Sovereign Islands; and keep a lookout for humpback whales along the coast. After landing at Ramada Couran Cove Resort or McLarens Landing, spend the day exploring the beaches and bays of South Stradbroke Island, before setting off on your return flight. 

Enjoy an in-depth experience of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia on a full-day tour from Brisbane to Springbrook National Park. Your expert guide shows you examples of subtropical and temperate rainforest, stopping at stunning lookout points and cascading waterfalls. Sit down for a picnic lunch at Purlingbrook Falls, take a refreshing dip in natural freshwater pools and see the foliage up close on nature walks. This small-group tour is limited to 15 participants to ensure a more personalized experience.

Discover the dark side of Australia's Gold Coast, away from the sun-soaked beaches and endless surf, on a 1.5-hour evening ghost tour - if you dare! Take a spine-chilling tour and hear tales of ghosts, ghouls and haunted houses. Brave a night tour of the creepy Southport Cemetery.

Step back in time and get a taste of 19th-century life in outback Australia on this full-day tour from Melbourne. Start with a visit to one of Victoria's oldest sheep stations, where you can tour the heritage farm, watch a sheep shearing demonstration and indulge in morning tea with the farmers. Then, relive the excitement of the 1850's gold rush with a visit to the gold mining town of Sovereign Hill, an open-air museum where you can pan for gold, tour a mineshaft and explore the historic streets in a horse-drawn carriage.

See the towering waterfalls, ancient rain forest, and natural beauty of Springbrook National Park on a half-day tour from the Gold Coast. Experience the forest up close on a moderate hike to Purling Brook Falls, and soak in views of the Gold Coast Hinterland from lookouts along Springbrook Scenic Rim. Your tour includes morning tea, and hotel pickup and drop-off from the Gold Coast.

Stretch your legs and get some exercise while exploring Sydney thanks to this 90-minute running tour covering the city's history and top landmarks. Run for 4.6 miles (7.5 kilometers), passing Sydney attractions like the Opera House, Cadman's Cottage, Hyde Park Barracks, and Sydney Harbour Bridge, among others. Celebrate your run by finishing with an included coffee at one of the city's top caffeine purveyors.

Be a part of this unique Taveuni Island experience in Fiji. Taste the adventure as you enjoy fresh tropical delicacies while taking in the stunning ocean views and exploring the hilltops of Fiji's garden island. Gaiatree Sanctuary is an organic spice plantation, day club and nectar lab that takes great pleasure in serving these tours high quality superfood infused meals. After a guided tour through the lush gardens you will be served fresh herbal tonics, smoothies and refreshments. Settle in for a vegetarian meal "fresh from the farm" featuring seasonal fruits, heirloom vegetables, house made sauces and dressings, fresh breads and free range chicken eggs. Transportation to and from a central meeting point is included on this small-group tour for up to 8 guests.

Catch Led Zeppelin Masters in Sydney before they head out of the country and onto their European tour. Inside one of the world's most iconic concert venues, hear such timeless classics as Whole Lotta Love and the epic Stairway to Heaven, accompanied by the 30-piece Black Dog orchestra for a truly epic musical experience.

Discover the famous cities, natural wonders, and national parks of New Zealand's South Island with a great-value yearlong travel pass. Enjoy unlimited access to the hop-on and hop-off buses, stopping at destinations including Christchurch, Queenstown, Franz Josef Glacier, Mount Cook National Park, and Abel Tasman National Park.

Enjoy a stylish sojourn in the Southern Highlands with this full-day wine tasting tour, including hotel pick-up. Travel by luxury Mercedes Benz, stopping along the way for expert-led tours and tastings at up to five of the region's most prestigious wineries (depending on option selected). Finally, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (included), paired with fine regional wines.