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2,400+ Happy travellers
150+ Destinations
4.9★ Average rating
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16+ yrs In business
150+ Destinations

Explore Australia & beyond

From tropical reefs to ancient deserts, coastal rainforests to wine country — we craft custom tours to every corner of Australia, plus New Zealand and select international destinations. Every itinerary is unique to you.

Great Barrier Reef snorkelling Queensland Australia 7–21 days From $2,800 pp
Queensland

Great Barrier Reef & Whitsundays

Snorkel the world's largest coral reef, sail the Whitsunday Islands, explore the Daintree Rainforest and discover Cairns' tropical waterfront — your way.

🐠 Snorkelling ⛵ Sailing 🌿 Rainforest
Uluru sunset Northern Territory Australia outback 5–14 days From $2,200 pp
Northern Territory

Uluru & the Red Centre

Watch Uluru's colours shift at sunrise and sunset, walk Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds, experience First Nations culture and sleep under the Milky Way.

🏜️ Outback 🌌 Stargazing 🪃 Culture
Twelve Apostles Great Ocean Road Victoria Australia 3–10 days From $1,800 pp
Victoria

Great Ocean Road

Australia's most spectacular coastal drive. The Twelve Apostles, lush Otway rainforests, charming seaside towns, fresh seafood and koala sightings.

🌊 Coastal 🐨 Wildlife 📸 Photography
Cradle Mountain alpine lake Tasmania Australia 7–21 days From $3,200 pp
Tasmania

Tasmania Wilderness & Culture

Wild alpine landscapes, ancient Gondwana rainforests, world-class MONA art, exceptional food and wine, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.

🏔️ Alpine 🎨 Arts 🍷 Food & Wine
The Kimberley Western Australia gorge boab trees 10–21 days From $4,500 pp
Western Australia

The Kimberley & Pilbara

One of Earth's last true wildernesses. Ancient gorges, horizontal waterfalls, Indigenous rock art, the Bungle Bungle Range and night skies that humble you.

🏕️ Remote 💧 Gorges 🎨 Rock Art
Barossa Valley vineyard South Australia wine country 3–7 days From $2,000 pp
South Australia

Barossa, McLaren Vale & Kangaroo Island

World-renowned Shiraz, cellar door tastings at boutique wineries, farm-to-table dining, Kangaroo Island wildlife and rolling vineyard landscapes.

🍷 Wine 🍽️ Dining 🦘 Wildlife
Build My Custom Tour
Simple as 1-2-3-4

How custom tours work

We take every bit of the planning stress off your shoulders so you can focus on the excitement of what's ahead.

1

Tell Us Your Wishlist

Fill in our quick form with your dream destinations, interests, dates, group size and budget. The more detail, the better.

2

We Design Your Trip

Our local expert planners craft a personalised, day-by-day itinerary packed with iconic highlights and hidden gems — delivered within 24 hours.

3

Refine Together

Connect via call or email to tweak every detail. Swap destinations, add experiences, adjust pacing — completely your call.

4

Adventure Awaits

Hit the road with everything fully booked and confirmed. Digital travel docs, 24/7 in-trip support, real humans you can call.

Why Cooee Tours

The Cooee difference

We're not a booking engine. We're 16+ years of local expertise, 2,400+ adventures crafted, and a commitment to building you a trip you'll actually remember.

Genuinely local expertise

Our planners and guides have lived, worked and travelled across Australia for decades. We know the back roads, the quiet lookouts and the family-run restaurants no guidebook covers.

100% personalised itineraries

Every tour we plan is unique. No two are the same. We design from scratch around your specific interests, travel style, budget and group needs — never a templated package.

Free proposal in 24 hours

Send us your wishlist and receive a full personalised itinerary proposal within 24 hours — completely free, no obligation. See what we'd create for you first, then decide.

One dedicated consultant

You get one dedicated travel consultant from first enquiry through to the end of your trip. No call centres, no ticket numbers — just a real person who knows your plans.

Handpicked accommodation

From boutique eco-lodges and luxury safari camps to family-friendly stays and clever budget options — we know the properties that deliver real character at every price point.

ATAS accredited & fully insured

Cooee Tours is fully ATAS accredited, comprehensively insured, and has operated since 2010. Your investment and safety are in expert hands. ABN: 12 343 872 092.

Sample Itineraries

Inspiration for your adventure

These are popular starting points — every trip we build is fully customised to you. Use these as a jumping-off point, then tell us how you'd change them.

🐠 Queensland Tropical

The Ultimate Reef & Rainforest

Cairns → Daintree → Cape Tribulation → Great Barrier Reef sailing → Atherton Tablelands → Whitsunday Islands. Definitive tropical Queensland.

🕗 14 days 👥 Couples & families
Snorkelling Sailing Wildlife
From $3,800 per person
🏜️ Outback Epic

Red Centre & Top End Explorer

Darwin → Kakadu → Katherine Gorge → Alice Springs → Kings Canyon → Uluru & Kata Tjuta. Aboriginal culture, dramatic gorges, ancient rock art.

🕗 18 days 👥 Small groups & couples
Cultural Hiking Stargazing
From $5,200 per person
🍷 South Australia Gourmet

The Foodie & Wine Lover's Circuit

Adelaide → Barossa Valley → Clare Valley → Adelaide Hills → McLaren Vale → Kangaroo Island. World-class wine, artisan producers, fresh seafood.

🕗 10 days 👥 Couples & friends
Wine Dining Wildlife
From $3,400 per person
🌊 East Coast Classic

East Coast: Sydney to Cairns

Sydney → Hunter Valley → Byron Bay → Gold Coast → Brisbane → Noosa → Fraser Island → Airlie Beach → Magnetic Island → Cairns. The iconic route, done well.

🕗 28 days 👥 Solo & small groups
Beaches Surfing Nature
From $6,800 per person
🐨 Victoria Family Adventure

Best of Victoria Family Road Trip

Melbourne → Mornington Peninsula → Wilsons Promontory → Phillip Island penguins → Great Ocean Road → Grampians National Park. Wildlife, adventure, family memories.

🕗 12 days 👥 Families with kids
Wildlife Penguins Family
From $2,800 per person
🏔️ Tasmania Wilderness

Complete Tasmania Discovery

Hobart → Huon Valley → Bruny Island → Freycinet → Bay of Fires → Launceston → Cradle Mountain → Strahan & Gordon River. The full Tassie experience.

🕗 17 days 👥 Couples & adventurers
Hiking MONA Seafood
From $5,400 per person
Your Adventure Starts Here

Build your custom tour

Share your dream trip details below and we'll come back to you within 24 hours with a personalised, no-obligation proposal — completely free.

Tell us about your dream trip

The more you share, the better we can tailor your adventure.

🔒 No spam, no obligations. We'll respond with a personalised proposal within 24 hours. ABN: 12 343 872 092.

Real Traveller Stories

What our guests say

Over 2,400 happy travellers have explored Australia with Cooee Tours since 2010. Here's what some of them experienced.

★★★★★
"We wanted a mix of relaxation and adventure — Cooee absolutely nailed it. From snorkelling the reef to wine tasting in the Barossa, every day was a highlight. The best holiday we've ever taken."
James & Rachel
14-day custom · QLD & SA
★★★★★
"Travelling solo can be daunting, but the Cooee team made me feel completely looked after. The hidden spots they found — places I'd never have discovered on my own."
Mika Tanaka
10-day solo · NSW & VIC
★★★★★
"Family adventure for 8 with kids aged 4–12. Every activity was perfectly chosen for all ages. The kids still talk about feeding kangaroos and camping under the Milky Way."
The Henderson Family
18-day family · NT & WA
★★★★★
"Our 25th anniversary Tasmania trip exceeded every expectation. Boutique stays, MONA was life-changing, the Bay of Fires was the most beautiful place I've ever seen."
David & Leanne
14-day couples · Tasmania
Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about building your custom Australian adventure. Still have questions? Call us on 0409 661 342 — we love a good travel chat.

It's a simple four-step process. (1) Fill in our request form with destinations, interests, dates, group size and budget — the more detail, the better. (2) Within 24 hours, our local expert planners design a full day-by-day itinerary tailored to you. (3) We connect via call or email to refine every detail until it's perfect. (4) We handle all booking and logistics so you arrive with everything confirmed.
Custom tours start from around AUD $1,800 per person for shorter weekend escapes and range up to $15,000+ per person for extended luxury expeditions. Pricing depends on duration, destinations, accommodation standard, activities and group size — larger groups often reduce per-person costs significantly. Your free proposal includes clear, itemised pricing and is no-obligation.
We recommend booking 2–3 months in advance for most custom tours to secure preferred accommodation and unique experiences. Peak-season trips (December–January, Easter, school holidays) should ideally be booked 4–6 months ahead. We can occasionally arrange smaller-group itineraries within 2–4 weeks — contact us and we'll do our best regardless of timeframe.
Absolutely — family custom tours are one of our specialities. We craft age-appropriate itineraries with wildlife encounters, interactive experiences, comfortable pacing and family-friendly accommodation. Popular family destinations include Phillip Island penguin parade, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Great Barrier Reef snorkelling and Outback experiences. Children under 12 typically receive significant discounts.
Yes. While Australia is our deepest expertise, we also plan custom tours throughout New Zealand (both islands), and can combine Australia with New Zealand for trans-Tasman itineraries. We can also organise select Asia Pacific destinations and Australia–Europe combinations. Mention international interests on your enquiry form.
Yes — corporate custom tours are a significant part of our business. We organise team-building retreats, incentive travel programs, client experience trips, conference extensions and group rewards programs. We accommodate corporate groups from 5 to 100+ people and provide all necessary documentation, invoicing and logistics coordination.
Your free 24-hour proposal includes a day-by-day itinerary, recommended accommodation at each location with photos and pricing, suggested activities and experiences, ground and air transport options, total per-person costs broken down clearly, and notes on what's included and what's optional. No obligation to book — we want you to see what we'd create for you first.
Yes. Cooee Tours is fully ATAS-accredited (Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme), comprehensively insured and has been operating since 2010 with over 2,400 personalised itineraries delivered. All payments are processed through secure systems with full booking protection. ABN: 12 343 872 092.

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