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Private & Seasonal Tours in Australia

Discover Australia through expert eyes with our collection of private and seasonal tours. Every experience is crafted to showcase the best of each destination at the perfect time of year—from summer coastal adventures to winter whale watching, autumn wine harvest to spring wildflowers. 100% private, fully customizable, and guided by locals who call Australia home.

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Private Tours
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Average Rating
365
Days Available
50+
Tour Options
15yrs
Experience

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Coastal & Beach Tours
Explore Australia's 50,000km of spectacular coastline. From the Great Ocean Road to Magnetic Island, discover beaches, marine life, and coastal villages with expert local guides.
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Wildlife & Nature Tours
See kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and unique Australian wildlife in their natural habitats. Seasonal timing ensures the best viewing opportunities for each species.
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Family-Friendly Tours
Private tours designed for families with flexible schedules, kid-appropriate activities, and pace that works for all ages. Bathroom breaks and snack stops included!
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Wine & Food Tours
Visit premium Australian wine regions during harvest season. Hunter Valley, Barossa, Yarra Valley, and more. Everyone can taste—no designated driver needed.
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Hinterland & Mountain Tours
Rainforest waterfalls, mountain villages, scenic lookouts, and cool climate escapes. Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Blue Mountains, and Dandenong Ranges.
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Seasonal Highlights
Tours optimized for each Australian season—spring wildflowers, summer beaches, autumn colors, winter whale watching. Experience Australia at its seasonal best.
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Photography Tours
Dedicated photography tours with guides who know the best viewpoints, perfect lighting times, and hidden angles. Unlimited photo stops included.
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Day Trips Without Car
Stress-free day trips with hotel pickup. Perfect for international visitors who prefer not to drive or navigate. All major Australian destinations covered.
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First-Time Visitor Tours
Curated experiences for visitors experiencing Australia for the first time. Iconic destinations, expert insights, and stress-free logistics from start to finish.
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Australia by Season: When to Visit

Each Australian season offers unique experiences. Choose your travel dates to see what's best:

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Summer
December - February

Perfect beach weather, coastal tours, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, outdoor festivals, long daylight hours. Peak season for water-based activities.

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Autumn
March - May

Wine harvest season, comfortable temperatures, autumn foliage, fewer crowds, ideal hiking weather. Best time for food and wine tours.

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Winter
June - August

Whale watching season, crystal clear reef water, minimal rainfall in tropical north, snow in mountains. Perfect for Cairns and Great Barrier Reef.

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Spring
September - November

Wildflower season, perfect weather everywhere, baby animals, low humidity, ideal for all tour types. Often considered the best season overall.

Seasonal Tip: Australian seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere. Our summer (Dec-Feb) is winter in North America/Europe. Our winter (Jun-Aug) is summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Choose your travel window wisely to experience the best of each destination!

Why Choose Cooee Tours?

What sets us apart from other Australian tour operators:

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our private and seasonal tours:

Are private tours suitable for first-time visitors to Australia?

Yes, absolutely! Private tours are ideal for first-time visitors because they provide expert local knowledge, flexible itineraries tailored to your interests, hotel pickup eliminating navigation stress, and insider access to locations you'd never find alone. Your guide handles all logistics while you focus on experiencing Australia. 85% of our first-time visitor clients say private tours were the highlight of their trip.

Can families with children join seasonal tours?

Yes, all Cooee Tours accommodate families and children of all ages. Private tours are particularly family-friendly because they allow bathroom breaks whenever needed, flexible schedules that work around nap times, child-appropriate activities and pacing, and the ability to skip locations that might bore younger children. We provide recommendations for age-appropriate seasonal experiences.

Are tours available year-round?

Yes, we operate tours 365 days a year. Seasonal tours are specifically designed to showcase the best of each Australian season—summer beach experiences (Dec-Feb), autumn foliage and wine harvest (Mar-May), winter wildlife viewing and whale watching (Jun-Aug), and spring wildflowers and perfect weather (Sep-Nov). Each season offers unique experiences.

What makes Cooee Tours different from other tour operators?

Cooee Tours specializes in 100% private experiences (no strangers in your group), seasonal expertise with tours optimized for what's best each time of year, Australian-owned and operated with genuine local knowledge, flexible itineraries you can customize, small vehicle tours (2-6 guests) for intimate experiences, and expert guides averaging 10+ years of Australian touring experience. We focus on quality over quantity.

How do I choose the right seasonal tour?

Consider your travel dates first—each Australian season offers different experiences. Summer (Dec-Feb) is perfect for coastal and beach tours, autumn (Mar-May) for wine regions and comfortable temperatures, winter (Jun-Aug) for whale watching and Great Barrier Reef clarity, and spring (Sep-Nov) for wildflowers and mild weather everywhere. We can recommend the best tours for your specific travel window.

Do seasonal tours cost more than year-round tours?

No, seasonal tours are the same price as our standard tours. "Seasonal" simply means the itinerary is optimized for what's best during that particular time of year—whale watching in winter, wildflowers in spring, beach experiences in summer, wine harvest in autumn. You get better experiences without paying premium prices.

Can I customize a seasonal tour itinerary?

Absolutely! All Cooee Tours are fully customizable. While we recommend seasonal highlights based on expert knowledge, you can adjust the itinerary to match your interests. Want more time at one location? Prefer photography stops? Have specific dietary needs? We'll adapt the tour to suit your preferences while incorporating the best seasonal elements.

What's included in private tour prices?

Most private tours include hotel pickup and drop-off, private vehicle with expert driver-guide, fuel and all transportation costs, bottled water and refreshments, flexible itinerary, and personalized attention. Many tours also include lunch, entry fees to attractions, and specialty experiences. Check individual tour pages for specific inclusions—we're transparent about what's covered.

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