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15 Historical Tours in Australia to Build a Day Around

24 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.8 average  ·  from $24

The 15 best historical tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture - Collins Street and the City’s Contrasts
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Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

1.Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,451 reviews · from $92Our pick

Explore Melbourne’s history, laneways, coffee, arcades, and culture on a friendly 3-hour small-group walking tour.

“Mike was super friendly, patient, and knowledgeable, and mostly importantly, he is someone who genuinely LOVES Melbourne to his core, you can hear his love to this city from his sound. Thanks for such a packed, informative, and enjoyable 3-hour walking tour that kicked off my Melbourne trip! Couldn’t think of a better start!”

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Puffing Billy Railway: Heritage Steam Train Journey - Choosing your route from Belgrave or Lakeside
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Puffing Billy Railway: Heritage Steam Train Journey

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan - Hells Gates and the mouth of Macquarie Harbour
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Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

Strahan: World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch - Sarah Island and Tasmania’s convict past
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Strahan: World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch

4.World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,143 reviews · 6 hours · from $109

Cruise Tasmania’s Gordon River from Strahan with Sarah Island, rainforest, Huon pine, local lunch, and six hours of memorable scenery.

“The driver ARI was very friendly and had great local knowledge to share. The guide and photographer during the quad bike adventure were fabulous and the toilet/ shower amenities were excellent and VERY clean. The lunch was amazing and ARI was very informative on the drive back to the Hotel. We highly recommend this to everyone”

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Sydney: The Rocks 90-Minute History Walking Tour - Cobblestones, alleyways, and courtyards
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Sydney: The Rocks 90-Minute History Walking Tour

Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler - The route through Dagun and the Mary Valley
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Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler

Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour - Snorkeling over coral and tropical fish
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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

7.Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 841 reviews · from $232

Review of Reef Magic’s Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour, with snorkeling, glass-bottom boats, lunch, marine science, and practical tips.

“It rained the entire time we were there and the seas were rough on the way to the barge. The staff was very helpful & had ginger pills and plenty of barf bags for those of us that got sea sick. Snorkeling was great, I was surprised at how coRead more”

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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart - Boarding at Murray Street Pier
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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

Port Arthur Historic Site Admission and Tour Options - Begin at the Port Arthur Gallery
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Port Arthur Historic Site Admission and Tour Options

9.Port Arthur Historic Site Admission and Tour Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 509 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Explore Port Arthur’s convict ruins, gardens, audio stories, site talks, and Isle of the Dead cruise with practical tips for a full day.

“really great information, kept the tour interesting and wasn't to long or short. the walk had ramps and board walks. my mum has trouble with stairs or strenuous activities so was easy for her to get around still. the boat over was lovely had some food and drinks onboard to purchase as well. great for all ages”

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From Perth: Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Cultural Tour - Through Corrigin and Kondinin into the Wheatbelt
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From Perth: Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Cultural Tour

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart - Cliffs, caves, and wildlife along the Tasman coast
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Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Art, Local Insights + More! - Streets, Laneways, and Historical Precincts
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Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Art, Local Insights + More!

12.Discover Perth Walking Tour: History, Art, Local Insights + More!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 458 reviews · from $51

Review of Perth’s 3-hour walking tour, covering history, art, local tips, access, pace, price, guides, and practical booking advice.

“This walking tour was very enjoyable and not too strenuous! The lovely Phobe was a bubbly and informative guide. As a sole traveller I would recommend, as our group was small and perfectly formed (just 2 sole ladies travellers and Phobe).”

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Tasman Peninsula Tour, Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site - The early start from Franklin Wharf
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Tasman Peninsula Tour, Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site

13.Tasman Peninsula Tour, Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 339 reviews · 10h 30m · from $233

See Tasmania’s dramatic coast by wilderness boat, then explore Port Arthur with meals and transport on a full-day Hobart tour.

“Absolute amazing tour. From the knowledge shared on the bus to the cruise itself. It was spectacular views no matter where you sat. The guides on the boat were amazing. We were treated to seeing humpback whales and a baby jumping out of the water. Walking around Port Arthur made you think about times far gone by and how the port started. It was incredible.”

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Hobart History, People & Places - 2 hour city walk - Meeting at Hunter Street and the Henry Jones Art Hotel
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Hobart History, People & Places – 2 hour city walk

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