Top Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions

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

No problem. These Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - RED Route Great Ocean Road 12 APOSTLES Tour REVERSE–SML GRP- Hotel Pick UP Lake Mountain Snow Private Tour from Melbourne Fruit Picking & Nature Private Tour Yarra Valley & Warburton View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Melbourne trip ideas?

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

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

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Melbourne are: Melbourne Luxury & Special Occasions Melbourne Luxury Tours Melbourne Tours & Sightseeing Melbourne Cultural & Theme Tours Melbourne Walking & Biking Tours View all tour styles in Melbourne →

Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne with Small Group

This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part …More

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Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne with Small Group

This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$87

Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

After being picked up from selected Melbourne CBD hotels you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road in this full day tour, follow …More

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Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

After being picked up from selected Melbourne CBD hotels you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road in this full day tour, follow...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (1,044)

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$87

Great Ocean Road Reverse Rainforest & 12 Apostles from Melbourne

Explore the 12 Apostles and Great Ocean Road without the crowds on our Reverse Great Ocean Road Day Tour! This full-day adventure hits all the …More

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Great Ocean Road Reverse Rainforest & 12 Apostles from Melbourne

Explore the 12 Apostles and Great Ocean Road without the crowds on our Reverse Great Ocean Road Day Tour! This full-day adventure hits all the...

13 hours Free Cancellation

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$90

Grampians National Park with Australian Wildlife and Morning Tea

Take a day trip from Melbourne to experience the natural wonders of the Grampians National Park. A geological playground for hikers, rock climbers and wildlife, …More

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Grampians National Park with Australian Wildlife and Morning Tea

Take a day trip from Melbourne to experience the natural wonders of the Grampians National Park. A geological playground for hikers, rock climbers and wildlife,...

13 hours Free Cancellation

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$90

Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour for Backpackers aged 18-35

Ride Tours is an independent company we have a passion for showing off our backyards. Whether it's to backpackers or international students and younger travellers, …More

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Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour for Backpackers aged 18-35

Ride Tours is an independent company we have a passion for showing off our backyards. Whether it's to backpackers or international students and younger travellers,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$92

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne

In just one extraordinary day, experience two of Victoria’s top wildlife attractions: the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, with one of Australia's largest colony of fur …More

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne

In just one extraordinary day, experience two of Victoria’s top wildlife attractions: the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, with one of Australia's largest colony of fur...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

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$94

Join our amazing Great Ocean Road Tour and see one of Australia's best coastal journeys! Enjoy a relaxed pace and many scenic stops. This tour …More

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Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour

Join our amazing Great Ocean Road Tour and see one of Australia's best coastal journeys! Enjoy a relaxed pace and many scenic stops. This tour...

13 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$96

Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous …More

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Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$97

Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Sunset Tour from Melbourne

Escape the crowds and experience the spectacular scenery and sunset over the Great Ocean Road on this small group tour. Depart mid-morning making your way …More

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Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Sunset Tour from Melbourne

Escape the crowds and experience the spectacular scenery and sunset over the Great Ocean Road on this small group tour. Depart mid-morning making your way...

11 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$97

Chardon-Hey | Wine Tour in Mornington Peninsula (Private Tour)

Are you craving the ultimate escape to Mornington Peninsula, but don’t want to break the bank? Perhaps a girl’s trip or a family outing, where …More

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Chardon-Hey | Wine Tour in Mornington Peninsula (Private Tour)

Are you craving the ultimate escape to Mornington Peninsula, but don’t want to break the bank? Perhaps a girl’s trip or a family outing, where...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$99

Philip Island express tour: penguin prd & wallaby spotting

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the …More

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Philip Island express tour: penguin prd & wallaby spotting

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the...

9 hours Free Cancellation

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$99

Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Wildlife and Beach Boxes Bus Tour

A perfect tour for the coastal and native animal lovers! Experience both Bays Melbourne has to offer, enjoy the historic Brighton Beach Boxes, get up …More

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Wildlife and Beach Boxes Bus Tour

A perfect tour for the coastal and native animal lovers! Experience both Bays Melbourne has to offer, enjoy the historic Brighton Beach Boxes, get up...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$100

Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koalas from Melbourne

Start your afternoon the best way possible with a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, where elevated boardwalks wind through native bushland giving …More

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koalas from Melbourne

Start your afternoon the best way possible with a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, where elevated boardwalks wind through native bushland giving...

10 hours Free Cancellation

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$101

Mt Buller 1 Day Snow Tour (Direct Transfer To Mt Buller Village From Melbourne)

Direct luxurious coach transfer to Mt Buller Village (no shuttle bus needed)!!! On the mountain enjoy fantastic Apre ski facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes and …More

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Mt Buller 1 Day Snow Tour (Direct Transfer To Mt Buller Village From Melbourne)

Direct luxurious coach transfer to Mt Buller Village (no shuttle bus needed)!!! On the mountain enjoy fantastic Apre ski facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes and...

15 hours Free Cancellation

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$102

Spend a day on one of Victoria's premier Ski and Alpine resorts Mount Buller. Departing Melbourne early to ensure that you can spend upwards of …More

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Full-Day Mount Buller Tour

Spend a day on one of Victoria's premier Ski and Alpine resorts Mount Buller. Departing Melbourne early to ensure that you can spend upwards of...

15 hours Free Cancellation

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$103

Phillip Island Full-Day Tour from Melbourne with Penguin Parade

Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can …More

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Phillip Island Full-Day Tour from Melbourne with Penguin Parade

Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can...

10 hours Free Cancellation

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$103

Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins …More

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Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins...

11 hours Free Cancellation

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**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments …More

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The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Experience Yarra Valley: A Tailored private Wine Journey

Raise a glass to a private and personalised journey through the beautiful Yarra Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine and food regions. Visit between one …More

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Experience Yarra Valley: A Tailored private Wine Journey

Raise a glass to a private and personalised journey through the beautiful Yarra Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine and food regions. Visit between one...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$105

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Here’s the very best of Victoria’s wildlife experiences. The Penguin Parade is an absolute ‘must’ on every visitor’s itinerary, but this tour gives you so …More

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Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Here’s the very best of Victoria’s wildlife experiences. The Penguin Parade is an absolute ‘must’ on every visitor’s itinerary, but this tour gives you so...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions are:

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions are:

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Which Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Melbourne Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Melbourne 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:

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

Got any more Melbourne trip ideas?

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