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For a tour with a real difference, discover the activities of Canberra's secret service with Canberra's Top Secret Tour. Many operators will also show you Canberra at night (no, it is not like the joke postcard—all black!).

For those who are after a different angle, why not see Canberra from the air by helicopter, plane or even balloon? What about seeing the sights from the back of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle? Or go bush with one of the many eco-tour companies, such as Dirt-Traks Bush Tours. This company offers anything from half-day walking tours to a few days exploring the wild side of Canberra. Many similar tours include abseiling, caving, white-river rafting, mountain biking or trail riding.

For something a little more sedate, explore the region's cool climate wineries with National Capital Wine tours or Brindabella Wine Tours. If you are not a wine buff but are interested in fossils, try Gondwana Dreaming.

Classic Car Tours offers whole day experiences travelling in either a "woody wagon" or a "muscle car." A steam train ride with the Australian Railway Historical Society will ensure that your visit to Canberra will become a highlight in your memory.







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Balloon Aloft


Sky high panoramic adventure
15 Fitzgerald Street
Yarralumla
Canberra, ACT 2600
Australia
+61 2 6285 1540
http://www.balloonaloft.com.au/
An unforgettable experience is to float over Canberra in a balloon. As day breaks, a fully qualified pilot will gently guide the balloon aloft on the morning air currents. You will see the suburbs coming to life and pick out the many tourist attractions. Do not forget to bring your camera! Weekend flights finish with a champagne breakfast at the Hyatt Hotel. Weekday flights last 45 minutes and finish with a champagne celebration by the lake.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Balloon Aloft photo by Prescott Pym
Photo: Prescott Pym
Balloon Aloft photo by Ben Harris-Roxas
Photo: Ben Harris-Roxas
Balloon Aloft photo by keegan.carroll
Photo: keegan.carroll
 

 
Brindabella Wine Tours


A vintage wine tour
8 Glass Place
Kambah
Canberra, ACT 2902
Australia
+61 2 6231 6997
http://www.actwine.com.au
You do not know what you are missing until you try Canberra's cool climate wines. Canberra's wine industry has only been established since the early 1970s, yet it is well known for quality wines and awards won throughout Australia. Taste reds, Rieslings and Sauvignon Blancs with the winemakers. Discounts at the cellar door make the tour even more worthwhile. Enjoy hearty restaurant meals at the wineries. Travel in an air-conditioned luxury coach or mini-bus with friendly, knowledgeable guides.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Dirt-Traks Bush Tours


A tour in the wild
18 Crichton Crescent
Kambah
Canberra, ACT 2902
Australia
+61 2 6231 1377
http://www.ozemail.com.au/~dir...
If you have always longed to see the real wilderness in Australia, then this is the tour for you! You can choose a personalised guided discovery tour to the Namadgi National Park, the Brindabella Mountains or design a tour to suit your interests. After driving through spectacular mountain and river scenery, you may wish to do some bush walking, visit a cave with historic Aboriginal rock paintings, or see early bush settlements. Cost: Prices vary depending on tour.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
National Capital Wine Tours


Visit Canberra's wineries in comfort
96 Kambalda Crescent
Fisher
Canberra, ACT 2611
Australia
+61 2 6287 5218
Canberra is known for its cool climate wines and National Capital Wine Tours will take you to the wineries and vineyards where you can taste and purchase the award-winning wines. Sit back and relax in the comfortable coach with a commentary by the knowledgeable guide. You will be introduced to winemakers who will show you around their picturesque wineries. The small groups also enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch accompanied by local wines. This friendly tour operator will give you a memorable day without the worry of driving.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Virgin Helicopters


Birds eye view
Boomerang Street, Canberra Airport
Pialligo
Canberra, ACT 2609
Australia
See Canberra City, the Brindabella Mountains and surrounds, or go further afield to the coast or the snow resorts. Why not take a romantic interlude flying to a secluded location with a picnic lunch for two provided? Maybe a weekend escape including accommodation is just what you need. Virgin Helicopters will tailor a special package for you to celebrate that engagement or special occasion. Cost: Adults AUD55 per person or AUD88 for two people for a 10 minute scenic flight.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
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