4 Private Shore Excursions in Australia You Can Do Before All-Aboard

1.Sydney Port Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · from $32Our pick

You’ll be collected at your Sydney CBD hotel and driven straight to your cruise terminal in a private sedan or minivan. Expect hotel luggage help, 15 minutes of waiting time, flexible departures, and a 24/7 emergency number. Drivers such as Edward, George, and Alexander have been praised for punctual service and local tips.

“I used this service from the airport to the hotel...it was booked through the hotel. The driver complained about the luggage. He even took a picture of the luggage in the SUV. We have a CRV, so why the big deal...we paid extra for an AuRead more”

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2.Sydney Port Private Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to City

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · from $32

Pre-book a private transfer from your Sydney cruise terminal to a Sydney CBD hotel. Your driver monitors the ship, sends pickup details by text, helps with luggage, and drives you in an air-conditioned sedan or minivan. Allow 15 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic and your terminal.

“The Driver was courteous, not very talkative. Was just an average ride to a hotel from the Cruise Pier.”

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3.Bonorong & Richmond: Shore Excursion (Private Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours Top rated

Join driver guide David or Dave for a private four-hour trip from Hobart to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond. Meet native animals, see Australia’s oldest bridge and Catholic church, and choose between Richmond Gaol, shops, cafes, ducks, and sweets.

“David was an excellent driver and told us so much about the area. He was very personable. The vehicle was immaculate. David was Super flexible we could spend more time at certain stop if we wanted to. in the town of Richmond he asked us. What did we want to see after he gave us a general outline and we were able to spend a little time at a pub and pick up some goodies from the bakery it was wonderful great day.”

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4.Private 12 Apostles Express Tour – Shorter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

You’ll travel from Melbourne in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan to Loch Ard Gorge and the Twelve Apostles, with a possible stop at London Bridge. Guides such as Ang and Melvin have earned praise for punctual, friendly service, and the group price suits families and small parties.

“The guide showed us razor back and other beautiful places as well and Melvil was a fabulous guide. He was very informative . The vehicle was clean and tidy.”

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