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15 VIP Experiences in Australia, From Cheapest Up

25 tours  ·  from $53

Below: 15 vip experiences 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.

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise - Upolu Cay for shallow coral and easy viewing
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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

Board the 65-foot Ocean Freedom catamaran at Cairns for a full day at Upolu Cay and Wonder Wall. You can snorkel, join marine naturalist tours, take a glass-bottom boat ride, or add certified or introductory scuba. Expect breakfast snacks, a seafood buffet, afternoon treats, and close crew support in a group capped at 75.

“Fantastic tour with a small family company. Pastries and coffee and tea on arrival. Great instructions for snorkelling at the snorkelling sights - saw so much including sting rays and turtles. Really enjoyed the drift snorkel with our guide explaining what we could see. Tasty lunch with fruit platters, cheese and biscuits and cake on the journey home. Great day!”

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Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour - Michaelmas Cay: reef, sand, birds, and a glass-bottom view
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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

Spend about 7.5 hours aboard Seastar Cruises from Cairns, visiting Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Reef. Snorkel with guides, use the glass-bottom boat, enjoy buffet lunch and tea, and add an introductory or certified scuba session if suitable.

“Small friendly operation. The crew were very knowledgable and helpful. The first stop at Michealmas Cay was a perfect mix of snorkelling with a trip on the glass bottomed boat. The second stop at Hastings Reef was just beautiful, we took advantage of a snorkelling tour with one of the crew, allowing us to find spots we probably wouldn’t have found. 10/10 experience.”

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Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney - Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary: the day’s strongest opening
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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

Spend about 10 hours with Kangarrific Tours, traveling from Sydney in a luxury minibus to see koalas and kangaroos, taste regional wines, sample cheese and chocolate, and enjoy an optional lunch. Guide Sam often adjusts winery stops to suit the group. Extra fees apply for wildlife entry, wine tastings, and lunch.

“Our guide Sam was amazing! Shared lots of great info about Australia & Sydney. The wineries were beautiful & the wines were fabulous. Best tour ever! Thank you Sam!!!!”

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From Fremantle: 2-Hour Luxury Whale-Watching Cruise - What the two-hour cruise is really like
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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

Join Whale Watch Western Australia at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour for a two-hour cruise aboard the Steep Point, a three-level catamaran with five viewing decks, heated seating, blankets, and live commentary. You may see adult humpbacks, mothers with calves, breaching youngsters, and playful pods. Marine experts, including commentator Niamh on some departures, explain the action as it unfolds.

“Wow!! What an amazing experience! The boat was great - and not overcrowded; all of the crew were friendly and professional; Niamh, our expert commentator, was really knowledgeable and helpful; and the whales very much earned their money! 💖💖💖 The Captain kindly allowed us an extra half hour (be mindful of that if you have further plans!) to stay and watch these beautiful creatures... It was just wonderful - and unforgettable!”

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Port Douglas: Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - The catamaran, seating, and sailing style
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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

Check in at Sailaway Boathouse at 4:30pm for a 90-minute catamaran sail from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina. You will see the Coral Sea and Daintree coastline, enjoy hot and cold canapes, and receive one beer, wine, champagne, or soft drink. Skipper Guy and crew members George and Martie have led recent sailings, though staff may vary.

“Tim and the team offered a great experience the afternoon sunset sail was magic! Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely do this again.”

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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls - Featherdale Wildlife Park before the crowds
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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

Spend nine hours with Adventure Tours Sydney on a small-group Blue Mountains trip led by guides such as Mark, Craig, Ben, or Bex. Feed kangaroos at Featherdale, walk around Wentworth Falls, stop for lunch in Leura, and see the Three Sisters plus quieter lookouts. The pace suits active visitors who can manage uneven trails and inclines.

“It was excellent, thanks a lot to our tour guide Ben!”

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From Port Douglas: Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - The two-hour run to the Outer Reef
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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

Leave Port Douglas at 7:30am for a relaxed, full-day sailing trip to Mackay Cay. You will snorkel with a marine biologist, visit a small coral cay, ride a glass-bottom boat, and enjoy morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea aboard a spacious catamaran. This is a snorkeling trip only, with no scuba diving.

“This was the first time my family has snorkelled in the ocean. The guides were very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. They helped all of my kids so willingly and even my youngest son was able to snorkel. We had such a good time on this trip.”

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Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch - Farm Cove, Fort Denison, and the harbour’s colonial past
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Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch

8.Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · from $251

Join Captain David, and sometimes Emily or Natalie, for a five-hour small-group sail from Darling Harbour. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Watsons Bay, and Sydney Heads, then anchor near Store Beach for swimming, snorkeling, lunch, beer, and wine. The yacht carries up to eight people.

“A very calm , relaxing experience, weather permitting obviously. But great hospitality and great local information”

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Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11) - Berry Springs starts the day with a gentle swim
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Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)

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

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

Spend about 10 hours exploring Berry Springs and Litchfield National Park in a group capped at 11 people. Swim at springs, waterfalls, and rockholes, see termite mounds and forest views, and enjoy lunch, snacks, tea, coffee, and drinks. Guides including Freddie, Jason, Joey, Darren, and Abby bring local stories and flexible pacing.

“You will never see has much as you do on this tour. Small groups are the best. Lots of waterfalls and pools to swim in.”

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Sydney: Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast - Seeing How the Theatre Works Behind the Curtain
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Sydney: Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast

10.Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast

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

Enter through Stage Door for a 150-minute, English-language tour of the Sydney Opera House backstage areas. Visit rehearsal and performance spaces, hear stories from guides such as Alan, Marcus, and Bruce, then enjoy breakfast in the Green Room. The small-group tour includes more than 300 stairs and requires enclosed rubber-soled shoes.

“great guide, he was incredibly knowledgeable! you really get a good insight in what happens behind the stage! amazing breakfast too!”

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Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group 'Island Life' Full Day Tour - Stokes Bay starts the day with a small adventure
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Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group ‘Island Life’ Full Day Tour

11.Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group ‘Island Life’ Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $453

Spend about nine hours exploring Kangaroo Island with a guide such as Franck or Dave, stopping at Stokes Bay, Duck Lagoon, Lathami Conservation Park and Seal Bay. Round-trip pickup, park fees, drinks, morning tea and lunch are included. Groups are capped at 12, with an extra guide added above six people.

“Our day spent with Dave was amazing. He showed us an island we will never forget. Our visit to see the sea lions was unforgetable. Our lunch in the 'wild' was delicious. We saw everything we wanted and his knowledge of island life and history was amazing. We were very lucky to have him!”

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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

12.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 watching cruise. A marine biologist explains humpback migration while rotating decks provide 360-degree views. Morning and afternoon departures include light refreshments, kids’ activity sheets, and a licensed bar. Whale sightings are guaranteed, with rebooking or a refund if weather stops the tour.

“Great trip and awesome crew. We saw a lot of whales!”

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Port Douglas: Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Sailing Out From Port Douglas on a Luxury Catamaran
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Port Douglas: Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

13.Low Isles Afternoon Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

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

Spend about five and a half hours aboard Sailaway’s luxury catamaran from Port Douglas. At Low Isles, you can snorkel with a marine guide, ride a glass-bottom boat, walk the heritage trail, and relax with afternoon tea. The return sail includes canapés, drinks, and sunset views toward the Daintree mountains. Crew names vary, but past teams have included Jake, Deanna, Chloe, and Hayley.

“Fabulous experience and delightful staff on board. Would highly recommend”

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Port Douglas: Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Arriving at Low Isles before the crowds
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Port Douglas: Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

14.Reef & Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

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

Sail 15 kilometers from Port Douglas to Low Isles aboard Sailaway’s luxury catamaran. You’ll have 4.5 hours for a marine-naturalist snorkel tour, glass-bottom boat trip, heritage walk, beach time, and lunch. Crew members such as Guy, George, Kira, Zara, and Chris have helped make this a personal, well-supported reef day.

“It was a great day, very hard working friendly and knowledgeable crew. There was only one problem there was a mix up and we weren’t picked up from accommodation. Lucky we were only 5 minutes away and they quickly picked us up when they realised.”

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

15.Luxury Yacht Scenic Sailing Tour with Snacks

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

Spend three hours aboard Helsal IV, a 62-foot Sydney to Hobart Race veteran, with skippers such as Mark, David, or Jimmy. Sail across the Derwent River, help at the helm or winches, enjoy scones or local cheese, and take in Hobart and Mount Wellington from the water.

“What a wonderful experience. The skipper and his first mate were exceptionally knowledgeable not only in regards to sailing, but also Hobart and surrounds as a whole. They were welcoming and had a great sense of fun. We loved every second!”

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