The people behind the itinerary
Local knowledge. Open roads.
Australian & New Zealand Tours is a Melbourne-based guided tour operator led by Colin May. We make the big landscapes and local stories of Australia and New Zealand easier to reach, understand and enjoy.
Guided by
curiosity.
Our way of travelling
Plan less.
Notice more.
We believe the best guided days feel effortless, not over-managed. So we take care of the route, the timing, the practical details and the local context, leaving you free to be present.
That might mean the perfect lookout in the Dandenong Ranges, a respectful introduction to Māori culture in New Zealand or simply a comfortable drive between the places you came a long way to see.
What you can expect
Travel with the details handled.
Professional local guides
Deep insights and engaging stories from people who know the places personally.
Comfort accommodation
Thoughtful places to stay, matched to the pace and shape of your trip.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
A simple beginning and end wherever pickup is available for your itinerary.
Flexible for all ages
Options for families, couples, seniors and different travel styles.
7+
destination regions
Year-round
departures
Small groups
and private days
Melbourne
pickup base
Meet the guide behind the business
Colin May
Colin brings a practical Melbourne perspective to every trip: honest timing, comfortable transport, and stories that give the landscape a little more depth. The result is travel that feels personal without feeling precious.
From a first family day out to a multi-day New Zealand itinerary, the team’s job is to make the experience feel welcoming, safe and worth remembering.