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The 15 Private Tours in Australia That Earn Their Price

43 tours  ·  from $22 a head

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

Blue Mountains Tour PRIVATE with Wildlife Park and River Cruise - Echo Point and the Three Sisters
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Blue Mountains Tour PRIVATE with Wildlife Park and River Cruise

Blue Mountains Private Tour From Sydney, & Featherdale Aussie Animal Park Option - Crossing the Harbour Bridge and choosing your pickup
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Blue Mountains Private Tour From Sydney, & Featherdale Aussie Animal Park Option

PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more - Leura, a short village pause
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PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more

Private Blue Mountains Escape The Crowds Mercedes Tour - Wentworth Falls and the Jamison Valley
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Private Blue Mountains Escape The Crowds Mercedes Tour

5.Private Blue Mountains Escape The Crowds Mercedes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $322

Review of a private Blue Mountains day tour from Sydney, with flexible stops, wildlife, waterfalls, village lunches, and crowd-free viewpoints.

“Amazing experience! David was an excellent guide — very attentive, kind, and clearly passionate about his job. You can tell he truly loves what he does, and it shows in the way he explains, helps, and makes everyone feel comfortable. EverytRead more”

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2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay - Finding the best waves for your ability
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2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

6.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

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

A private two-hour surf lesson in Torquay with expert coaching, all equipment, tailored waves, and a hot shower afterward.

“Had Rob as a teacher this morning for a private surf lesson. He was great! Gave me good pointers and had me catching lots of waves. Beautiful morning out on the water! Thanks Rob!”

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Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day - Getting equipped at Kool Katz Surf School
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Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

7.Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · from $57

Private Byron Bay surf lessons with boards, wetsuits, and patient coaching. Get personal tuition, beginner waves, and a refund promise if you cannot stand.

“Great morning out, managed to catch waves and get up on my own towards the end of the first lesson with Tez! Would highly recommend to anyone who’s never surfed before and wanted to try it out”

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Private Canberra Winery Tour with lunch - Meeting Laura and setting the route
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Private Canberra Winery Tour with lunch

8.Private Canberra Winery Tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $233

Explore Canberra wine country on a private five-hour tour with tastings, owner-led cellar doors, wood-fired pizza, and pickup.

“When you visit a small wine region, you typically get the opportunity to explore some hidden gems and to speak directly to the winemakers. It is interesting to learn about what they were trying to achieve and the challenges they face.”

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Private Wine Tours McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills - Stop 1: Getting oriented in the McLaren Vale wine region
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Private Wine Tours McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills

Barossa Bespoke Tours-A private, wine tour to the Barossa Valley - Two morning cellar doors before lunch
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Barossa Bespoke Tours-A private, wine tour to the Barossa Valley

PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour - Wentworth Falls, your first major stop
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PRIVATE Blue Mountains Scenic World Wentworth Falls & Cruise Tour

Sydney Private & Custom Walking Experience with a Local - Famous Sydney sights without a rigid checklist
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Sydney Private & Custom Walking Experience with a Local

13.Sydney Private & Custom Walking Experience with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $68

Shape a private Sydney walking tour around your interests, from harbor sights and markets to local food tips, with a flexible English-speaking guide.

“This is our first time in Australia and as we usually do when visiting any country, for the first time, we hire a local guide to provide not only information on the top tourist attractions, but also local customs and cultures, transportation, and any other advice on what we should see, and do during our visit. Peter was in communication very soon after we booked and we were able to work with him on what we do, and don’t like to see. As promised, he met us at our hotel, and we sat out for several hours of exploration. He was very careful to ensure , we went to all…”

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Big Red Full Day Private Tour - Angaston, artisans, and an early tasting
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Big Red Full Day Private Tour

14.Big Red Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $222

Explore Barossa Valley in a bright red English taxi with Skip and Rachel, enjoying wineries, villages, scenic stops, and a private itinerary.

“We celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary with a full-day tour with Skip, and it was unforgettable. He listened to what we liked and curated the perfect day — beautiful cellar doors, warm and personal experiences, and plenty of local stories. Skip’s passion and knowledge made it so much more than just a wine tour. Truly a day we’ll never forget!”

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