Australia · MORNING
Good morning tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle beneath Sydney’s sunrise beside the Opera House, enjoy Harbour Bridge views, free photos, and coffee with a pastry for $119.
“Friendly guides. The led lights around the kayaks were pretty cool. Stable kayaks. Great coffee and muffin after (included)”
See Sydney Harbour’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and gardens on a relaxed 90-minute cruise with live commentary and refreshments.
“I enjoyed the tour of Sydney Harbor and learning so much about the history of the city. Our tour guide was very informative and interesting - I sure wish I could remember his name! Boat was comfortable.”
Cruise through Hell’s Gates, Sarah Island, and the Gordon River rainforest on a 6-hour World Heritage tour from Strahan with lunch.
“This is a must experience. Friendly crew and great lunch with a wonderful trip. People must visit this trip.”
Review of a 13-hour Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne with koalas, forest walks, the 12 Apostles, morning tea, and coastal stops.
“Fantastic day had with Warren on the Great Ocean Road trip! Weather was a bit mixed but nothing Warren could do about that despite his cheery jokes! Great craic and great views of the wild koalas, we were very lucky! Warren did his best to show us kangaroos and other bits and pieces along the way.”
Cruise Brisbane River for 90 minutes past Story Bridge, South Bank and Kangaroo Point, with live commentary, tea, coffee and scones.
“Very good and relaxing tour with good commentary. Scones and tea and coffee provided, which was lovely”
Paddle Sydney Harbour at sunrise past the Opera House and under the Harbour Bridge, then enjoy waterfront breakfast, coffee, and free photos.
“Unreal experience. Guides were fantastic and took great photos for us. Including a free breakfast gives big bonus points. Would 10000% recommend.”
See Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, and quiet bays from the water on a 90-minute cruise with live commentary.
“We had an excellent time thank you for the experience. We would recommend to other Sydney visitors… $”
Watch 50,000 lights glow beside Uluru, then enjoy hot drinks as sunrise colors the rock and Kata Tjuta on this two-hour tour.
“Celia and Aravind were the perfect hosts for the Field of Lights tour. Cheerful and knowledgeable, they gave interesting and informative commentary, with occasional humour thrown in that made everyone feel special and welcomed. Arrival at the FOL viewing area was timed perfectly and allowed plenty of time to wander through the field and take in the wonder of this incredible installation. Warm drinks and bikkies at the end were really appreciated to warm up the hands and body! Finally, watching the sunrise and seeing the sunlight against Uluru was magical. This tour is the perfect way to start the day!”
Review of the 13-hour Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, including the Twelve Apostles, rainforest, wildlife, morning tea, pricing, and practical tips.
“Good trip, great stops very interesting learning about the history of the road from the driver/guide. Ocean scenery apostles was beautiful the rain forrest was definitely a very pleasant surprise.”
See Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, and The Rocks on a small-group half-day tour with hotel pickup.
“Felt rushed and guide was not talking to much about things. Very blah blah and couldn’t even drop us where he picked us up.”
See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, wild koalas, kangaroos, and Otway rainforest on a long but rewarding day from Melbourne.
“What can I say? A full day out seeing kangaroos, emus and koalas in their natural environment. In addition some stunning views especially of the 12 Apostles. Included a lunch stop at Apollo Bay. Lauren, our guide and driver, was the best. Full of information and kept it lighthearted and was very flexible if people needed a comfort break. She played music that was apt for where we were at the time including the Dunnings advert when we had to do a pick up there. I would highly recommend booking with Wildlife Tours they look after you so well.”
Review of Brisbane’s 90-minute morning river cruise with tea, scones, city views, live commentary, and practical booking tips.
“It’s a lovely old-fashioned boat! Relaxed ride and informative guide. The tea and strawberry scone were delicious! Access upstairs would be tricky for some with mobility issues.”
Watch sunrise over Yarra Valley vineyards from a hot-air balloon, with GoPro photos, optional pickup, and a buffet breakfast.
“Very early morning but so worth the while. Seeing the setup, getting in the air - and mostly experiencing the calm once in the air- so woaw. I would do it again”
Watch Uluru glow at sunrise, sip hot drinks, then walk Walpa Gorge and explore Kata Tjuta with an expert local guide.
“Very well organised excursion with a very good commentary.”
Review of the Port Douglas half-day Daintree tour, with crocodile cruise, Mossman Gorge walk, rainforest swim, transport, value, and tips.
“Daintree River cruise w/Bruce looking for crocodiles was highlight of excursion--Bruce has been doing this for 30+yrs and it's evident how knowledgeable he is and as well he has a great sense of humor!”
Pick a coast, a rock or a vineyard.
