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Our Australia Destination Management Company’s current cruise clients include ten luxury and premium cruise lines, providing the full gamut of cruise products from shore excursions and private arrangements to overlands and turnarounds. The tours and ports listed here in our website are just a sampling of the full product line available. Naturally, customised excursions and deluxe private programmes can be created to suit the needs of your guests, as well as a full programme of excursions for all of your ship calls within Australia including Tasmania. We pride ourselves in servicing the full circumnavigation of this continent.
This thriving, well planned city offers many attractions. Besides its appeal as a city destination, as a cruise port Adelaide also offers access to the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale wine regions and the charming German village of Hahndorf, all set in its beautiful surrounding area of national parks and reserves.
HD Adelaide and Aussie Wildlife
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Adelaide city sightseeing, Cleland Wildlife Park
Take a city orientation tour of Adelaide and get close to nature and enjoy the opportunity to interact with Australian native animals
HD Historic Hahndorf and Adelaide
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Mt Lofty, Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf
Explore the picturesque countryside that lies beyond Adelaide's city limits during a visit to Mt. Lofty, Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf
HD Make Your Own Blend
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: The Barossa Valley, Penfolds
Learn from the experts and create your own wine to become an instant wine-maker!
FD McLaren Vale Wines
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: McLaren Vale wineries, The Almond Train
This gourmet tour will show you the very best of the vines and wines, olive oils and views of the azure pacific
FD Spirit of the Port Eco Cruise
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Spirit of the Port eco-cruise
See Australia's shipwreck history and an array of wetland bird life and resident dolphins on the Port River on an eco-cruise
The largest city in Queensland, Brisbane is strategically located between Cairns and Sydney for cruise itineraries transiting Australia’s Gold Coast. Situated on the Brisbane River, where visiting ships are positioned, the hills of the city roll westward into beautiful wine growing regions, wildlife sanctuaries and the Mt. Tamborine National Park.
HD Australian Wildlife and Outback Pub
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Australia Zoo, Ettamogah Pub
Visit Australia Zoo, founded by the late Steve Irwin - TV’s famed “Crocodile Hunter” and home to some of the world’s most exotic wildlife
HD Insider Access – Behind the Scenes at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Brisbane sightseeing
Take a glimpse into Brisbane’s relaxed, friendly city and all it has to offer on a brief orientation tour before visiting the world's first and largest koala sanctuary
HD Brisbane Aboriginal Heritage
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Mt Coot-tha Botanic gardens, Dandiiri Maiwar Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Cultures Centre, Riverlife Mirrabooka
Immerse yourself in the history, culture and lifestyle of the capital of Australia's Sunshine State while gaining an insight into Aboriginal life, both past and present
FD High Tea at Palazzo Versace and Gold Coast
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: High Tea at Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast, Q Deck
Spend your day in Surfers Paradise, voted one of the best beaches in the world and be spoiled by an outstanding champagne high tea at a Versace hotel
FD Hinterland Gourmet Experience
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Mt. Tamborine, The Witches Chase Cheese Factory, Mt. Tamborine Brewery, Songbirds Rainforest Retreat Restaurant, The Gold Coast Hinterland Wine Country
Discover the best of the Gold Coast Hinterland gourmet treasures
Australia'a busiest cruise port with over 200 international and domestic cruise ship visits a year. It is a picturesque port located virtually in the heart of Cairns, with a large marina accommodating a variety of cruising vessels, super yachts and reef vessels.
HD Aboriginal Culture in the Rainforest
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Rainforestation
Discover the World Heritage Rainforest outside Cairns at Rainforestation.
HD Reef and Rainforest by Helicopter
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest.
Explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest by private helicopter.
HD Port Douglas & Rainforest Habitat
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Rainforest Habitat, Port Douglas
Visit an award-winning and fun wildlife park and relax in the beautiful coastal township of Port Douglas
FD Mossman Gorge and Daintree
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Mossman Gorge, Daintree Rainforest
A full day tour of Mossman Gorge and the Daintree Rainforest.
FD Deluxe Kuranda Exploration
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Kuranda.
Full day exploring the rainforest village of Kuranda.
The capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, Darwin maintains its pioneer attitude. This small, yet cosmopolitan city is an ideal haven for ships coming to Australia after cruising in Asia, or as the farewell stop before leaving the country.
HD City Sights and Harbour Cruise
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Cullen Bay Marina, Darwin Harbour cruise
Enjoy a brief orientation tour of Darwin city by coach and cruise past the harbour’s iconic sites
HD Territory Wildlife Park
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Territory Wildlife Park
See the Top End’s wildlife up-close in their natural habitats
HD Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Adelaide River, Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Cruise the murky waters of Adelaide River and meet saltwater crocodiles
FD Kakadu Safari by Plane
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Kakadu National Park, Yellow Water Cruise
Enjoy an exclusive flight over Kakadu National Park and experience one of Kakadu’s icons, the Yellow Water Cruise.
FD The Complete Australian Outback Experience
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Mt Bundy Cattle Station
Experience life on an outback cattle station and enjoy an adventurous and unique way to explore the Northern Territory’s landscapes and wildlife
Fremantle is often referred to as a suburb of Perth, but “Freo” residents will assure you it is a city in its own right. Positioned at the mouth of the Swan River, Fremantle offers a unique charm and history as well easy access to its larger neighbour up river.
HD Highlights of Perth and Fremantle
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Fremantle and Perth
This orientation tour highlights the contrast between Fremantle’s historic past and the modern feel of Perth
HD Historic Fremantle
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Fremantle Prison, Western Australian Maritime Museum, Fremantle Arts Centre
Explore the historic port of Fremantle on a guided city drive and visit some of its significant sights
HD Helicopter Flight Over Perth Beaches
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Hilary’s Boat Harbour, Kings Park, Scarborough, Cottesloe Beach, Swan River
Experience an exhilarating low-level helicopter ride along 25 kilometres of Western Australia’s pristine coastline and beaches on this exciting tour
HD Learn to Play the Didgeridoo
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Fremantle city sightseeing, Didgeridoo Breath
View the scenic highlights of Fremantle on a narrated drive and take part in an exciting experience – learn how to play the didgeridoo
HD Fremantle by Horse-Drawn Carriage
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: The Esplanade Hotel, Fishing Boat Harbour, Round House
Take a leisurely tour around Fremantle the old-fashioned way
The port is directly adjacent to the city centre. Cruise vessels usually berth at Princes Wharf or Macquarie Wharf, depending on vessel size. Passengers are able to exit and enter the port on foot and walk to the city centre in approximately ten minutes.
HD Wine, Cheese and Oysters
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Coal Valley Vineyard, Barilla Bay Oysters, Meadowbank Wines
A chance to sample some of Tasmania's finest produce with oyster, cheese and wine tastings.
HD History, Heritage and Wildlife
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Bonorong Wildlife Park, Richmond
Take a step back into Australia's past during this picturesque orientation tour of Tasmania, a land rich in history, wildlife, flora and fauna
HD Hobart by Rolls Royce
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Explore Hobart at your own leisure by Rolls Royce
Indulge yourself in the sophistication of a Rolls Royce as you tour Hobart at your own pace with your own personal chauffeur
FD A Walk in the Treetops
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Geeveston, Tahune Airwalk
Spend a full day exploring Tasmania's southern forests, including a treetop walk.
HD Historic Hobart, Countryside & Winery
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Runnymede Estate, Richmond, Meadowbank Estate
Experience the beauty and flavours of Tasmania and an award-winning winery in the scenic countryside
Station Pier, at Port Melbourne, is located approximately 10 minutes from Melbourne CBD and is a ferry and cruise ship port. Station Pier has a modern terminal building with full security and baggage handling facilities.
HD Arcades & Alleyways
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: St Kilda, Royal Botanical Gardens, Princess Theatre, Royal Arcade, Manchester Arcade, Nicholas Arcade, State Library.
Walking tour of Melbourne's arcades and alleyways.
HD Cycle Tour of Melbourne
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Melbourne.
Explore Melbourne on bicycle.
HD Champagne Breakfast on the Colonial Tramcar
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Colonial tramcar, Champagne breakfast, Melbourne Observation Deck
Take in the sights of Melbourne and its suburb on a heritage tramcar and enjoy panoramic views at Melbourne Observation Deck
HD Great Ocean Road Scenic Flight
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Great Ocean Road.
Get an aerial view of the magnificent Great Ocean Road.
FD Kangaroos. Koalas and Dreamtime Stories
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Echidna Walkabout Guide, Serendip Sanctuary, You Yangs Regional Park, Big Rock Aboriginal Cultural site.
This guided eco-tour gives you quality time to learn about wildlife and enjoy the wide open spaces of Australia.
Newcastle is the gateway to the Hunter Region. The port is one of Australia's busiest and welcomes cruise ships, military vessels and super yachts. A secure inner city wharf is also available.
HD Newcastle Discovery
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Christ Church Cathedral, Maritime Museum, The Lock Up
Half day tour of Newcastle.
HD Australian Colonial Past
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Maitland Gaol, Morpeth
Travel back in time with a visit to Maitland Gaol and the historic National Trust town of Morpeth
HD Learn to Surf
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Surfing, Nobby’s beach
Meet a professional surfing coach and learn to surf on Nobby’s beach
FD Hunter Valley, The Gastronomes Choice
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Wine, cheese and olive tasting at various locations.
Full day excursion to the Hunter Valley, Australia's most visited wine region.
FD Duning and Dolphins
Duration: 1 day
Highlights: Port Stephens, Anna Bay, Nelson Bay, sand-duning, dolphin-watching
Enjoy a double dose of adventure in the nearby region of Port Stephens and take part in sand duning and take a dolphin watching cruise
With its iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House, Sydney remains one of the world's most beautiful destinations. Sydney's two air-conditioned cruise terminals are withing walking distance of the city and tourist attractions, and 30 minutes from the domestic and international airports.
HD Hawkesbury Flightseeing and Luncheon
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Rose Bay, Hawkesbury River, Cottage Point Inn
Take a scenic flight across the Hawkesbury River to Cottage Point Inn for lunch
HD Harbour Cruise and City Sights
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Paddington, the Opera House, Harbour Cruise
Explore the most celebrated sights of Sydney by both land and from water
HD Aboriginal Art and City Highlights
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: Kate Owen Gallery, Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Bondi Beach
See all the iconic highlights of Sydney and visit the Australian Aboriginal Art Centre
HD Sydney Sights with Opera House and Bondi
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: The Opera House, The Gap, Sydney Harbour, Bondi Beach
Take a guided tour of Sydney’s renowned Opera House, see the city sights and visit Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach
HD Harbour Bridge Climb
Duration: ½ day
Highlights: BridgeClimb, Sydney Harbour Bridge
Climb one of the world’s most modern wonders – the Sydney Harbour Bridge
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A Gastronomic Journey
Duration: 9 days
Highlights: Lake Garda, Peschiera del Garda, Verona, Parma, Tuscany, Chianti, Siena, San Gimignano.
A bespoke gastronomic journey through Northern and Central Italy.
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A Gastronomic Journey
Duration: 9 days
Highlights: Lake Garda, Peschiera del Garda, Verona, Parma, Tuscany, Chianti, Siena, San Gimignano.
A bespoke gastronomic journey through Northern and Central Italy.
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A Gastronomic Journey
Duration: 9 days
Highlights: Lake Garda, Peschiera del Garda, Verona, Parma, Tuscany, Chianti, Siena, San Gimignano.
A bespoke gastronomic journey through Northern and Central Italy.
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A Gastronomic Journey
Duration: 9 days
Highlights: Lake Garda, Peschiera del Garda, Verona, Parma, Tuscany, Chianti, Siena, San Gimignano.
A bespoke gastronomic journey through Northern and Central Italy.
