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Top 15 VIP Experiences in Australia

24 tours  ·  from $53 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 vip experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise - Wonder Wall and the outer edge of Upolu Reef
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

1.Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,895 reviews · from $181Our pick

From Cairns, Ocean Freedom takes you by fast 65-foot catamaran to Upolu Cay and Wonder Wall. You get six hours at two reef sites, guided snorkeling, glass-bottom viewing, optional certified or introductory scuba, breakfast snacks, seafood lunch, and afternoon treats. A maximum of 75 people keeps the day organized and personal.

“The fabulous crew hosted a fun outing, ensuring we saw sea life (turtles, clown fish, giant clams, and even a sting ray) and were kept safe the entire day. From kids to adults and first time snorklers to experienced divers - everyone enjoyed themselves onboard the Ocean Freedom!”

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Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour - The morning run from Cairns Marlin Marina
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Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

2.Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · from $190

Join Seastar Cruises at 7:30 AM from Cairns Marlin Marina for a fast trip to Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Reef. You get guided snorkeling, reef gear, a glass-bottom boat, lunch, and time to explore both sites. The group is capped at 36, with optional introductory or certified scuba available at extra cost.

“Great day; awesome snorkelling experience - saw such amazing fish and coral as well as a turtle and a shark (pretty close up). Weather was raining in Cairns but beautiful where we went and visibility under the water was incredible.”

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Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney - The wildlife stop: koalas, kangaroos, and more
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Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

3.Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 652 reviews · from $89

Join Kangarrific Tours for a 10-hour Hunter Valley outing from Sydney, led by guides such as Sam. Travel in a small luxury minibus to a wildlife park, two boutique wineries, and a cheese, olive oil, and chocolate stop. Wildlife admission, tastings, and lunch cost extra, so budget beyond the advertised fare.

“Amazing trip to the Hunter Valley along with an excellent side trip to the Australian Reptile Park - the park was amazing and we managed to get close to a number of the Koalas and Kangaroos. The trip to hunter valley included two wine tastings and one cheese and chocolate tasting - all amazing. Our guide, Sam, was super knowledgeable and took good care of us - he even dropped us to the hotel on the way back, which was very kind of him.”

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From Fremantle: 2-Hour Luxury Whale-Watching Cruise - Following the southern humpback migration
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From Fremantle: 2-Hour Luxury Whale-Watching Cruise

4.2-Hour Luxury Whale-Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 455 reviews · 2 hours · from $67

From Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, you’ll spend two hours aboard the Steep Point, a purpose-built catamaran with five viewing decks, heated lounge seating, and live commentary from marine mammal experts. Watch humpback whales resting, breaching, tail slapping, and socializing near Perth. Niamh is one of the onboard commentators.

“We managed to see a lot of whales and learned more about them”

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Port Douglas: Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Canapes, drinks, and the onboard atmosphere
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Port Douglas: Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

5.Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 342 reviews · 1h 30m · from $66

Set sail from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 4:30pm for 90 minutes aboard Sailaway Port Douglas’s luxury catamaran. You’ll watch the Coral Sea and Daintree coast slip by, enjoy hot and cold canapes, and receive a beer, wine, champagne, or soft drink. Bring a jacket, and expect a relaxed, small-group outing rather than a full dinner cruise.

“We loved our sunset cruise on our last night in Port Douglas. We were lucky to have a clear and sunny afternoon on smooth waters. The vessel was clean and modern. Very impressed with young gun skipper Guy and his fabulous crew of George and Martie, who were generous with their time, friendly conversation and happily took photos for and with us. The canapes were delicious and drinks plentiful. We couldn't have wished for a better way to end our beautiful week in PD.”

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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls - Morning pickup from five Sydney hotels
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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls

6.Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 287 reviews · 9 hours · from $194

Travel from Sydney in a comfortable luxury vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Mark, Craig, or Ben. Feed kangaroos at Featherdale, walk near Wentworth Falls, eat and shop in Leura, and see the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley. The day suits active adults who want fewer crowds and flexible stops.

“Trip was incredible, great host, knowledgeable and entertaining! Would definitely recommend! Not your average tourists trip, get to hike and much more personable.”

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From Port Douglas: Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - The 7:30am start and a comfortable run offshore
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From Port Douglas: Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

7.Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 182 reviews · 9 hours · from $240

Spend nine hours sailing from Port Douglas to Mackay Cay on a spacious catamaran with a small group. Snorkel twice with a marine biologist, spot turtles and giant clams, visit a coral cay by glass-bottom boat, and enjoy morning tea, a tropical buffet, and afternoon tea. English-speaking crew members, including Zara, Zaki, and Erin, are praised for patient, friendly help.

“The reef snorkeling was great and the staff preparation and help with all the steps was first rate! The boat was very comfortable and the refreshments and lunch were very nice. The information provided in the environmentalist talk helped with knowing what to look for in the reef. Highly recommend this company”

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Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11) - Litchfield’s waterfalls keep the day moving
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Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)

8.Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · from $157

Travel from Darwin in a compact group of up to 11, stopping at Berry Springs, Wangi Falls, Cascades, Florence Falls, Tolmer Falls, Buley Rockhole, and the Magnetic Termite Mounds. Guides such as Freddie, Jason, Joey, Darren, and Abby combine local stories with short walks, swimming time, lunch, snacks, and drinks.

“Great tour of a beautiful part of the world. Loved Litchfield Park. Loved the opportunity to swim in a variety of waterfalls.”

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Sydney: Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast - Stage Door and the working side of Bennelong Point
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Sydney: Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast

9.Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 2h 30m · from $140

Meet your English-speaking guide at Stage Door for a 150-minute look at rehearsal rooms, backstage areas, performance spaces, and the working world behind the Sydney Opera House. Guides such as Alan, Bruce, Marcus, and Suanne bring plenty of stories. Finish with breakfast in the Green Room, but expect over 300 stairs and strict shoe rules.

“This tour leaves early, so that the group, limited to 12 each day, can access backstage and working areas of nearly all the performance spaces within the complex. Our tour guide Alan was truly excellent. His love for the space and knowledge about its inner workings really showed. Worth every penny!”

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Gold Coast: Luxury Whale Watching Tour - What the Sun Goddess adds
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Gold Coast: Luxury Whale Watching Tour

10.Luxury Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 100 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53Best value

Join Boattime Yacht Charters aboard Sun Goddess for a 150-minute Gold Coast whale watch. A marine biologist explains migration and marine life while rotating decks give you broad ocean views. Morning and afternoon departures include light refreshments, a kids activity sheet, and a licensed bar. Whales are guaranteed, subject to sea conditions.

“Absolutely fantastic! Wonderful time on the boat, the guides and marine biologists were all wonderful. We saw loads of whales and some amazing juvenile whales jumping and showing off. Absolutely incredible to see such gentle giants so up close and in their natural environment. The staff were all amazing and the photographer was very talented. I would highly recommend this experience! 🤩”

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Port Douglas: Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Check in at 12:30pm and settle into the catamaran
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Port Douglas: Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

11.Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 96 reviews · 5h 30m · from $240

Join Sailaway Port Douglas at 12:30pm for a five-and-a-half-hour cruise to Low Isles. You will snorkel with a marine guide, view coral from a glass-bottom boat, walk the heritage island, and sail home with tea, scones, canapés, drinks, and Daintree mountain views at sunset.

“Everything was simply fantastic! The ocean was flat, the sun was shining and we got to snorkel with turtles and a huge amount of different fish. It was a fabulous day🤩”

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Port Douglas: Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Arriving at a protected coral cay
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Port Douglas: Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

12.Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · 8 hours · from $240

Sail 15 kilometers from Port Douglas to Low Isles on a luxury catamaran with a small group. You’ll snorkel with a marine naturalist, join a heritage walk, ride a glass-bottom boat, and eat a buffet lunch. Crew members such as Guy, George, Kira, Zara, and Chris have been praised for calm, personal support.

“Loved all of the trip, very relaxing well organised , lovely lunch and good snorkelling. Very pleased to have a chance to swim with a green turtle in fairly shallow water.”

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Hobart: Luxury Yacht Scenic Sailing Tour with Snacks - Boarding at King’s Pier Marina
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Hobart: Luxury Yacht Scenic Sailing Tour with Snacks

13.Luxury Yacht Scenic Sailing Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Join Hobart Yachts for a three-hour cruise aboard Helsal IV, a spacious 62-foot ocean racer-cruiser. Your skipper, perhaps Mark, David, or Jimmy, guides you across the Derwent with views of Hobart, Mount Wellington, and the harbor entrance. Steer, work the winches, or relax with scones, cheese, tea, and coffee. Tasmanian wine and beer cost extra.

“Baz and Grant were a great crew, providing lots of local info and giving us lots of laughs. Would highly recommend, it was fun day out.”

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Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane - The 9:00 am departure and small-group ride
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Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane

14.Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · from $235

Set out from Brisbane at 9:00 am for a small-group Mount Tamborine food and wine day. Expect guided tastings of 6 to 10 wines, a distillery visit, fudge, Gallery Walk and a two-course lunch. Guides such as Boris, Scotty and Jaden are known for friendly local commentary. Pickup and return transport keep the day simple.

“I was in Brisbane for a conference and I wanted to do some exploration before returning to the States. I genuinely enjoyed this experience. The tour staff communicated with me and accommodated my request to be contacted via WhatApp since I did not have phone coverage. Also, the hotel pick-up was a plus and our driver (I believe his name was Jayden, sorry I have already forgotten), was very kind and made sure that we were comfortable and having an enjoyable experience. We were served lunch at the second stop and the food was very tasty. The reason this tour gets four stars instead of five, is because the three…”

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Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast - Wineries, tastings, and the working side of wine
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Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast

15.Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $235

Spend about eight hours with Pineapple Tours exploring Mount Tamborine from the Gold Coast. Expect winery tastings, a two-course lunch, cheese, fudge, scenic views, and stops around Gallery Walk. Guides such as Pete, Simon, Michelle, Chris, Andrew, and Peter have led this small-group outing, which allows up to 13 people.

“Fantastic experience, great wineries and locations. Tour guy was very knowledge about local wineries and history. Would definitely recommend to all friends and family. Tour guide was very attentive to everyone needs and request.”

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