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15 Morning Tours in Australia, From Cheapest Up

49 tours  ·  from $19

Below: 15 morning tours you can book today, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. The order is not random, so the top of the list is a fair place to start.

Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour - Learning to paddle on Sydney Harbour
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Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

1.Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,899 reviews · 2 hours · from $119Our pick

Meet at d’Albora Marinas Rushcutters Bay for a two-hour guided kayak around Sydney Harbour. Guides such as Liam, Rachel, Warren, and Ashley help beginners paddle safely, take free photos and videos, and keep the group together. Finish next door at Navy Bear Cafe with coffee and a croissant or pastry overlooking the Harbour Bridge.

“We had the best time this morning! The guides were amazing and the views were wow! Highly recommend 😄”

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Sydney: Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise - The Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the harbour
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Sydney: Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

2.Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,520 reviews · 1h 30m · from $38

Cruise Sydney Harbour for 90 minutes from Circular Quay, passing the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, and other waterfront sights. Your skipper provides live English commentary, while tea, coffee, water, fruit, and biscuits are available onboard. Choose a morning or afternoon sailing for an easy introduction to Sydney.

“Very nice cruise! Nice tour guide!! We learned a lot of interesting things about Sydney! And the views were amazing!!”

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Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan - Sarah Island and Tasmania’s convict past
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Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

3.Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,193 reviews · from $111

Spend six hours cruising from Strahan through Macquarie Harbour and the Gordon River. You’ll pass Hell’s Gates, visit Sarah Island with a local guide, eat lunch aboard the catamaran, and walk through ancient rainforest in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Guides such as Sarah and Kim bring the convict story to life.

“Upper deck window was very much worth the money. Such a great cruise very informative and enjoyable. Would highly recommend.”

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Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea - Cape Patton and Apollo Bay
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Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,068 reviews

Spend about 13 hours touring the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne with a guide such as Warren, Theo, Mat, or Fio. Expect coastal lookouts, wild koala and parrot spotting at Kennett River, a forest walk at Mait’s Rest, Gibson Steps, the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and free time for lunch in Apollo Bay. Lunch and dinner cost extra.

“Trip duration depends on other participants respecting bus off/on times. Our trip did not allow for a dinner stop in Colac as mentioned. The music selection returning to Melbourne was turned over to a passenger which I found unacceptable. Read more”

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Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min) - Customs House and Brisbane’s older riverfront
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Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

5.Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 973 reviews · from $37

Spend 90 minutes cruising from South Bank along the Brisbane River and back. You’ll see Customs House, Story Bridge, Brisbane’s central skyline, South Bank, and Kangaroo Point Cliffs while hearing onboard commentary. The 10:30am departure includes tea or coffee with scones, jam, and cream. A bar, café, restrooms, and a souvenir river map are also available.

“A leisurely trip along the Brisbane River. Staff were friendly and drinks could be purchased. Small sweet treats were provided. Great views and interesting information.”

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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge - Starting at Milson Park Boatramp in Kirribilli
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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

6.Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 869 reviews · 2 hours · from $126

Start at Milson Park Boatramp in Kirribilli for a guided sunrise paddle in an LED-lit kayak. You will pass the Opera House, glide beneath the Harbour Bridge, hear local stories, and pause for guide-taken photos. Finish beside the water with a $20 credit at Flying Bear café. Guides speak English and Hungarian.

“Amazing experience, really lovely guides and a stunning sunrise. The free pictures and the breakfast included at the end was a lovely touch too! Highly recommend booking as an activity!”

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Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure - Circular Quay and the first harbour views
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Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

7.Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 704 reviews · from $39

Set out from Sydney’s Eastern Pontoon for a 90-minute sightseeing cruise led by live commentary, often provided by guide Ron. You’ll pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, Luna Park, sandstone cliffs, beaches, and smaller bays. Morning, afternoon, and sunset departures make this an easy way to see Sydney from the water.

“Great sightseeing experience, Ron was great at providing interesting commentary and history on Sydney, Australia”

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Uluru: Field of Light Sunrise Tour with Hot Drinks - The pre-dawn ride from Yulara
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Uluru: Field of Light Sunrise Tour with Hot Drinks

8.Uluru: Field of Light Sunrise Tour with Hot Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 572 reviews · 2 hours · from $91

Leave Yulara before dawn for Bruce Munro’s Field of Light, where 50,000 solar-powered glass globes glow beside Uluru. Your English-speaking guide, often praised for clear local commentary, leads you through the paths before sunrise. Then warm up with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate while Uluru and Kata Tjuta brighten.

“Worth the early start. Such a lovely activity - would recommend.”

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Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne - Leaving Melbourne at 7:35 am
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Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne

9.Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 568 reviews · from $107

Spend a full day on the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne, stopping at Anglesea, Apollo Bay, Great Otway National Park, the Twelve Apostles, and Loch Ard Gorge. A driver-guide such as Craig, Dandy, or Ilkay provides live commentary, while morning tea, park fees, WiFi, and wildlife spotting are included. Pack light and prepare for a long ride.

“Our driver / Tour Guide was brilliant from the moment we met until the end of the tour. He kept us informed of what to expect at each stop, which were frequent, gave us the history, anecdotes of each location. A highlight was the unexpectRead more”

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Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour - Mrs Macquarie’s Chair and the best harbor view
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Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

10.Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 566 reviews · from $109

This 3.5-hour Sydney tour uses a small vehicle for up to 14 people, with morning or afternoon departures, hotel pickup, and live commentary. You’ll visit Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Watsons Bay, Bondi Beach, Centennial Park, Paddington, Chinatown, and Darling Harbour. Guides including Vic, Nigel, Paul, Graham, and Giorgio are praised for friendly, engaging commentary.

“Axel was a very informative and friendly guide-this was a great tour to get your bearings of the city.”

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Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea - Memorial Arch and the road built by returned soldiers
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Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea

11.Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 549 reviews · from $93

Leave central Melbourne at 7:35am for a 13-hour Great Ocean Road trip with live commentary, wildlife stops, morning tea, Apollo Bay, Loch Ard Gorge, the 12 Apostles, and a rainforest walk. Guides such as Lauren, Joe, Joel, Tom, and Cory are known for lively local stories. Lunch is at your own cost.

“Excellent trip. The chauffeur made the trip amazing and excellent. Bus was very comfortable. Enough time to visit the places. Comfortable stops.”

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Brisbane: Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min) - Boarding at the Cultural Centre Public Pontoon
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Brisbane: Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

12.Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 521 reviews · 1h 30m · from $34

Board the MV Neptune at South Bank for a 90-minute English-language cruise along the Brisbane River. Hear stories about Brisbane’s past and future, pass Kangaroo Point, the city centre, and Story Bridge, and enjoy tea with scones. The covered upper deck offers open views, while a licensed bar and bathrooms are onboard.

“So much to see along the river, it was amazing. Very pleasant weather too. We barely made boarding time, crew was very nice.”

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Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos - Helping launch the balloon gives the morning some purpose
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Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos

13.Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $355

Meet before dawn at Pullman Melbourne on the Park or arrange pickup, then ride to a wind-dependent launch site in the Yarra Valley. Help prepare the balloon before a roughly one-hour flight with pilots such as Steve, Jake, or Harry. Download in-flight GoPro photos afterward, with an optional Balgownie Estate breakfast.

“Early but well organized and breathtaking views . Lovely ride to Yarra Valley and we assisted in the setup and after the trip as well”

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Yulara: Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta Day Trip by Bus - Talinguru Nyakunytjaku and the first light on Uluru
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Yulara: Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta Day Trip by Bus

14.Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta Day Trip by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 469 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Leave Yulara 90 minutes before sunrise for Uluru views, hot tea or coffee, and commentary on Anangu culture, geology, plants, and animals. Then travel to Kata Tjuta for a lookout stop and the rocky Walpa Gorge walk. Guides such as Glenn, Alex, Dani, and Hayley have been praised for clear, friendly storytelling.

“Comfortable bus, tour operator was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you!”

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Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas - Morning tea with a local sweet touch
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Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas

15.Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 432 reviews · from $104

Spend 4 hours 45 minutes exploring two Far North Queensland highlights with Daintree Discovery Tours. After pickup in Port Douglas, cruise the Daintree River for crocodiles, snakes, frogs, and birds, then walk through Mossman Gorge and swim in its clear rainforest stream when conditions allow. Guides may include Cameron, Mel, Kim, Matt, or Peer.

“Perfect trip! Boat ride to spot crocodiles followed by a trip to Mossman gorge to see rainforest and swim in the river. Just a small amount of hiking/walking.”

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