Top Australia Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for Australia Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Australia Day Trips & Excursions are: Wine, Gin & Whisky Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour from Sydney Adelaide: Private Boutique Wine Tasting & Sightseeing Tour Mornington Peninsula Wine Region Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Australia Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Australia Day Trips & Excursions are: Secrets of City Circle Walking Tour The Ginger Factory - Play All Day Bundle Unlimited Rides Group Live Pearl Harvest Experience - Perth Rottnest Island Oliver Hill Train & Tunnel Tour Coastal Magic - Melbourne 12 Apostles & Beyond View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Australia Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Australia Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of Sydney Beaches Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia Secrets of City Circle Walking Tour The Ginger Factory - Play All Day Bundle Unlimited Rides Group Live Pearl Harvest Experience - Perth View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Australia Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Australia Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems Discover Toowoomba Tours From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - RED Route nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour Great Ocean Road 12 APOSTLES Tour REVERSE–SML GRP- Hotel Pick UP View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Australia trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Australia Tours. Top 10 Australia 2026 Senior-friendly tours Australia The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Australia Top Day Trips from Australia Things to do in Australia this summer View all Australia Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Australia?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Australia are: Australia Luxury & Special Occasions Australia Luxury Tours Australia Tours & Sightseeing Australia Outdoor Activities Australia Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in Australia →

3/4 Day Sports Lovers Bus Tour of Melbourne

City sightseeing with a difference. Visit the venues that host some of Australia’s favourite sporting events. See Flemington Racecourse, home of the Spring Racing Carnival …More

Melbourne, Australia

5.0 (1)

3/4 Day Sports Lovers Bus Tour of Melbourne

City sightseeing with a difference. Visit the venues that host some of Australia’s favourite sporting events. See Flemington Racecourse, home of the Spring Racing Carnival...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$214

Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney

AEA Luxury Tours is the proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour, will operate for a minimum of …More

Sydney, Australia

4.7 (406)

Blue Mountains Deluxe Small-Group Eco Wildlife Tour from Sydney

AEA Luxury Tours is the proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour, will operate for a minimum of...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (406)

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$215

Sunlover Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Moore Reef Pontoon

Sunlover Reef Cruises takes you from Cairns to its own pontoon at Moore Reef, on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, every day. Depart at 10:15am, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.5 (805)

Sunlover Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Moore Reef Pontoon

Sunlover Reef Cruises takes you from Cairns to its own pontoon at Moore Reef, on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, every day. Depart at 10:15am,...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (805)

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$215

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (418)

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (418)

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$216

Margaret River Private Wineries Tour by Chevy Belair Classic Car

Specialising in private wine tours for small groups who wish to explore the many hidden gems and some of the best attractions Margaret River has …More

Margaret River, Australia

4.9 (24)

Margaret River Private Wineries Tour by Chevy Belair Classic Car

Specialising in private wine tours for small groups who wish to explore the many hidden gems and some of the best attractions Margaret River has...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (24)

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$217

Blue Mountains Gems Tour - Suv Pick up & drop off

Consider escaping to the breathtaking Blue Mountains, located just 1.5 hours from the city. This stunning region, sitting over 1,000 meters above sea level, will …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (1)

Blue Mountains Gems Tour - Suv Pick up & drop off

Consider escaping to the breathtaking Blue Mountains, located just 1.5 hours from the city. This stunning region, sitting over 1,000 meters above sea level, will...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$214

Half-Day Private Tour of Sydney's Northern Beaches - up to 6 pax

As the name might suggest, the northern beaches are famous for their beaches. This tour features breathtaking views, spectacular beaches and a great view of …More

Sydney, Australia

5.0 (1)

Half-Day Private Tour of Sydney's Northern Beaches - up to 6 pax

As the name might suggest, the northern beaches are famous for their beaches. This tour features breathtaking views, spectacular beaches and a great view of...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Full-Day Sports and Beer Tour of Melbourne with Lunch

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll …More

Melbourne, Australia

4.7 (31)

Full-Day Sports and Beer Tour of Melbourne with Lunch

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (31)

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$218

See 2 cities in 1 day Get to explore underground, travel on a tram and paddle steamer. A relaxing day …More

Melbourne, Australia

5.0 (2)

Bendigo, Echuca & The Mighty Murray

See 2 cities in 1 day Get to explore underground, travel on a tram and paddle steamer. A relaxing day...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$218

Great Barrier Reef Activity Platform with Snorkeling from Cairns

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.4 (127)

Great Barrier Reef Activity Platform with Snorkeling from Cairns

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (127)

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$219

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest …More

Palm Cove, Australia

4.8 (890)

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (890)

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$219

Classic Kuranda by Skyrail, Train, Rainforestation & Lunch (CKB)

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.6 (108)

Classic Kuranda by Skyrail, Train, Rainforestation & Lunch (CKB)

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (108)

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$220

Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane

Explore Stradbroke Island by 4WD on a day trip from Brisane. Seeing dolphins, manta rays, turtles and whales in season (from June to November) is …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.9 (32)

Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane

Explore Stradbroke Island by 4WD on a day trip from Brisane. Seeing dolphins, manta rays, turtles and whales in season (from June to November) is...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (32)

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$220

Mt Field and Styx Valley Photography Tour

Visit some spectacular forested areas in this small Tasmanian photography group tour departing from Hobart. You will travel to Mount Field National Park and photo …More

Hobart, Australia

5.0 (2)

Mt Field and Styx Valley Photography Tour

Visit some spectacular forested areas in this small Tasmanian photography group tour departing from Hobart. You will travel to Mount Field National Park and photo...

9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$221

Phillip Island hosts more than just its world-famous Penguin Parade, it is home to an impressive array of wildlife (koalas, wallabies & various birdlife), rugged …More

Melbourne, Australia

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Phillip Island Private Experience

Phillip Island hosts more than just its world-famous Penguin Parade, it is home to an impressive array of wildlife (koalas, wallabies & various birdlife), rugged...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$221

From Adelaide Cruise Ship to McLaren Vale and Historic Hahndorf

Join us for a delightful journey through two of South Australia's most iconic destinations. Start in McLaren Vale, where you’ll savor exquisite wine tastings at …More

Adelaide, Australia

5.0 (3)

From Adelaide Cruise Ship to McLaren Vale and Historic Hahndorf

Join us for a delightful journey through two of South Australia's most iconic destinations. Start in McLaren Vale, where you’ll savor exquisite wine tastings at...

8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$221

Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure …More

Palm Cove, Australia

5.0 (17)

Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (17)

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$222

From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip

Discover the Top End with Wildlife Tours Australia on an unforgettable 1-day adventure to Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls. Cruise through the jaw-dropping cliffs of …More

Darwin, Australia

4.9 (16)

From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip

Discover the Top End with Wildlife Tours Australia on an unforgettable 1-day adventure to Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls. Cruise through the jaw-dropping cliffs of...

13 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (16)

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$223

Full day The Painted Desert Tour in Outback South Australia

Join the Outback Mail Man every Saturday for an expedition through the stunning Painted Desert in Outback South Australia. This one day tour takes you …More

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Full day The Painted Desert Tour in Outback South Australia

Join the Outback Mail Man every Saturday for an expedition through the stunning Painted Desert in Outback South Australia. This one day tour takes you...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$224

Cape Tribulation & Ziplining: Ultimate Daintree

The day starts at 730am as our guide collects all guests from Port Douglas. After crossing the Daintree River by ferry, our first stop is …More

Port Douglas, Australia

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Cape Tribulation & Ziplining: Ultimate Daintree

The day starts at 730am as our guide collects all guests from Port Douglas. After crossing the Daintree River by ferry, our first stop is...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (32)

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$224

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Australia Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Australia Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Australia Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Australia Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Australia Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Australia Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Australia trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Australia?