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15 Melbourne Private Tours Worth Fitting In

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Melbourne weather can wreck a plan by lunchtime, so it helps to know what you are booking. Here are 15 melbourne private tours, priced and timed, with what each one is really like on the day.

Private Great Ocean Road Tour (overnight option) - What the camping and food arrangement means
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Private Great Ocean Road Tour (overnight option)

1.Private Great Ocean Road Tour (overnight option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews Our pick

Leave Melbourne for Bells Beach, a two-hour surf lesson at Lorne, koalas near Kennett River and the Twelve Apostles. Andrew and Adam have been named as guides, with Riley the dog joining some trips. You’ll spend the night in a heated teepee by the beach, with a BBQ and campfire. Bring money for lunch and other food.

“Andrew and Adam make this tour pretty much a genuine Aussie experience: a holiday weekend or 2 days on the beach, in the water, barbecuing and late night chilling. Just like heading out with a few friends for a relaxed weekend. With a few Read more”

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Boroughs of Melbourne - Signature Private City Tour - A flexible afternoon beyond the center
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Boroughs of Melbourne – Signature Private City Tour

2.Boroughs of Melbourne – Signature Private City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $573

Take a private half- or full-day tour of Melbourne with a local host and luxury vehicle. Start with coffee in a backstreet cafe, then explore lanes, Victorian arcades, Little Italy and, if it suits your interests, places such as South Melbourne Market or St. Kilda. Food, hotel pickup and a flexible route are included.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, patient, and excellent person in general. He was on time and a Great access to this company.”

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Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure - Eucalyptus forest, local stories and wildlife
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Private Great Ocean Road – The Ultimate Aussie Adventure

3.Private Great Ocean Road – The Ultimate Aussie Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $767

Set out from Melbourne at 8:00 am with a private guide for an 11 to 12-hour Great Ocean Road trip. Expect Split Point Lighthouse, Torquay surf country, eucalyptus forest, Apollo Bay, wine tastings, koala and kangaroo spotting, and a guided walk near the Twelve Apostles. Guides have included Matthias, Nick, Rafi and Bianca, though your guide may differ.

“The Great Ocean Road and all of its little adventures was a highlight amongst a very strong month in Australia. It was a day full of splendor and variety, Matthias absolutely exceeded expectations. He was thoughtful and considerate to our pRead more”

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Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour - Lighthouse, archway and Lorne views
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Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour

4.Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews

Travel the Great Ocean Road in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and a guide who can tailor the day to your group. Stops may include Split Point Lighthouse, Apollo Bay, Mait’s Rest, Loch Ard Gorge and the Twelve Apostles. Guides such as Ange, Peter, Melvin and Ross have helped guests spot koalas and find scenic viewpoints. A helicopter flight is optional and costs extra.

“Excellent experience! Well organized and good structure. Our driver (Ange) was a very safe driver and also a very knowledgeable guide who worked to bring us a very positive trip. Highly recommend!!”

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2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay - Two hours with a coach who adapts to you
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2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

5.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $132

Meet your private coach at 34A Bell St in Torquay for two hours of surf instruction tailored to your ability, from first wave to advanced technique. Equipment is included, and your coach chooses the surf conditions for the session. Coaches named in lesson accounts include Rob, Kev, Tony, and Alexandro. Finish back at the meeting point, with a hot shower available after your surf.

“I bought 2 surf lessons for my 2 grandchildren 9&11. They had a wonderful day time learning and both wee able to stand by the end of the lesson”

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Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour - Finding the lake at Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens
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Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour

6.Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews

Join guide Jay for a private 5 to 6 hour trip from Melbourne into the Dandenong Ranges. Walk among Mountain Ash trees and tree ferns, pause for lunch in Kallista, then explore Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens and the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden. Transport is included; lunch and drinks are at your own expense.

“Jay is friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. I thoroughly enjoyed my day trip to the Dandenong ranges and botanical gardens. Lunch was at a very quaint cafe where the food was good and the ambiance was peaceful. We got to take the hikes in at a good and moderate pace and still enjoy the scenery. I highly recommend this tour into nature.”

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Melbourne Sights & Sounds Private Tour - Optional attractions and the clock
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Melbourne Sights & Sounds Private Tour

7.Melbourne Sights & Sounds Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $340

Spend four to five hours exploring Melbourne with a private guide and air-conditioned transport. Choose from Queen Victoria Market, city laneways, Fitzroy Gardens, Brighton Beach, and more. Guides include Kylie, Rob, Peter, and Alex, though your assigned guide may vary. Add lunch or paid attractions such as the MCG or Eureka Skydeck if time allows.

“Rob and Jen were excellent tour guides. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable about the city of Melbourne they had a great sense of humor and were very flexible about what we wanted to see. We had a fantastic experience!”

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Half-Day or Full-Day Tour with Private Guide from Melbourne - Choose a city day or head beyond Melbourne
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Half-Day or Full-Day Tour with Private Guide from Melbourne

8.Half-Day or Full-Day Tour with Private Guide from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews

Set your own pace on a private Melbourne tour for up to seven people, with a choice of four or eight hours. Your guide can focus on city sights, St Kilda, Healesville Sanctuary, the Great Ocean Road, or another agreed plan. Guides such as David, Hugo, and Andy have led past tours, but your assigned guide may differ.

“What a FUN tour of Melbourne! Andy showed us everything possible for a half day tour....South Melbourne Market (a must!) as we could have spent a day there! Fitzroy Gardens, Catholic Archdiocese, Hotel Windsor, Parliament of Victoria, Read more”

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Melbourne Private Bites and Sights with Skydeck Entrance - Hosier Lane and the changing street art
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Melbourne Private Bites and Sights with Skydeck Entrance

9.Melbourne Private Bites and Sights with Skydeck Entrance

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $101

Start at Federation Square for a private, three-hour Melbourne walk with a local English-speaking guide. Expect coffee, a food sample, street art in the laneways, and a finale at the 88th-floor Melbourne Skydeck. Guides on past outings have included Anna, Tristan, and Kellie, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“Tristan was a great guide and had good knowledge of Melbourne a very enjoyable tour he showed us a good time in the markets”

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Private Arrival Transfer: Melbourne Airports to Hotel - The car ride: comfort with a local welcome
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Private Arrival Transfer: Melbourne Airports to Hotel

10.Private Arrival Transfer: Melbourne Airports to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 45 reviews · from $93

After landing at Tullamarine Airport, meet a driver holding your name, get help with your luggage, and ride by private car to your Melbourne hotel or residence. The service runs 24 hours a day, with space for up to three adults. Drivers such as Sam, Faysal, Frank, and Terry have helped passengers with city tips, late arrivals, and disrupted flights.

“Friendly driver who gives us a lot of information regarding melbourne. He is friendly and helpful.”

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Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne - Chocolate, coastal landmarks and Teddy’s Lookout
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Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne

11.Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $448

Leave Melbourne at 8:00 am with a private guide for a 10 to 14-hour Great Ocean Road trip. Expect coastal viewpoints, Bells Beach, a rainforest walk, Apollo Bay lunch at your own expense and the Twelve Apostles. Guides have included Richard, Milan, Michael and Neil, with time and stops adjusted to suit your group.

“The stunning place is worth every bit of efforts it takes to reach there. The whole journey is an experience of a lifetime. Our driver and guide Neil was excellent and very knowledgable. He let us take in all the sights along the way.”

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Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems - Street art and the creative quarter
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Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

12.Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · from $66

Meet a private Melbourne host and plan a walking tour around your interests, with flexible timing from two to eight hours. Possible stops include a street-art quarter, a historic garden, an open-air market, riverside paths, and the bay. Hosts such as Rhonda, Maeve, Mike, and Ondrej have led tours focused on city history, local culture, and personal recommendations.

“I am so excited to have found City Unscripted! I can’t believe we had a dedicated, local tour guide for such an affordable price. They have you complete a questionnaire to match up your interests. Our guide, Cherida, was wonderful. She provided a great overview of the city for us. I will be looking for City Unscripted on all my new cities I visit!”

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Melbourne: Private City & Beaches Helicopter Ride - Docklands, the Melbourne Star and Port Phillip Bay
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Melbourne: Private City & Beaches Helicopter Ride

13.Private City & Beaches Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 1 hour · from $204

Fly over Melbourne’s CBD, Docklands, Port Phillip Bay, St Kilda, Albert Park and the MCG on a private 20- or 30-minute helicopter tour. You get a guaranteed window seat, noise-cancelling headset and time for photos beside the aircraft. Pilots including Ruben, Rich, Rick and Harry have also pointed out landmarks along the way.

“i would reccomend this 10/10 times. professional service both from haze and harry(pilot) 😄”

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4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne's Iconic Highlights with Guide - From St Paul’s Cathedral to Federation Square
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4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne’s Iconic Highlights with Guide

14.4 Hour Private Tour of Melbourne’s Iconic Highlights with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews

Set your own pace on a private four-hour Melbourne tour for up to seven people, with a local guide, private vehicle, bottled water and hotel pickup and drop-off. Stops can include Hosier Lane, the Shrine of Remembrance, St Kilda and Brighton’s bathing boxes. Mark is one named guide associated with the tour.

“Jam packed 4 hours. Mark was terrific: knowledgeable, polite, worked with us to choose the sites we wanted. He had a separate driver so when we left the car, he was with us all of the time and we didn't waste time looking to park. We saw the bathing boxes, the war memorial, graffiti art, shopping areas, etc.”

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Luxury Private Airport Transfer Melbourne - What the $111.17 price covers
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Luxury Private Airport Transfer Melbourne

15.Luxury Private Airport Transfer Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews

Book a private transfer between Melbourne Airport and a CBD address for up to three passengers. Choose from standard and luxury sedans, including a Mercedes S Class. Your chauffeur meets you, helps with your luggage and drives you directly to your destination. The ride takes about 30 to 45 minutes.

“Our driver was right where he told us he would be when we arrived. Trip to hotel in the city was quick and comfortable. Using this service saved the hassle of finding a taxi or bus. Great service!”

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