Tour review Now that lm older l take tours as the people have expect local knowledge this was one of those tours Neal the owner has vast local experience of local Canberra history having had a wide range of former occupations the bus was nice @cool never hot @a nice mix of people even a couple from San Diego USA so thoughout the day we went to the main attractions 2parliments ( old@new) Duntroon army academy drive though mount anslie Canberra exhibition city drive though explaining various land marks lunch stop was new parliment then war memorial latter in afternoon for the last post closing ceremony floral tributes placed plus a bag piper playing a very moving avent all in all l would thoughly recommend neals tour to anyone wishing to learn more about Canberra

Great tour with very knowledgeable guide who made it fun Thoroughly enjoyable day, Neil made it fun and informative and his knowledge about the workings of Parliament is extensive. The stops were all of the right length allowing enough time to get e feel for each place. I would recommend to anyone.

Overall very good tour Very nice man and knowledgeable managed to see everything on the itinerary and had just enough time at each one.

A wonderful Evening! I had the pleasure of spending my evening on this experience yesterday. Our Guide, Neal was exceptional. He was very informative, and kept the tour fun. Neal was right on time picking us up at the Hotel. It was such a nice evening and we sen so many animals! Australia is amazing, if you are here visiting do yourself a huge favor and book this tour!

A superb 1 day tour of Canberra with a friendly and expert guide knowledgeable on its founding, development and the functioning of its key institutions. Very entertaining and interesting day with many more locations and events covered than we could have managed on our own.

1st Time in Canberra Darryl was our tour guide and he was awesome. He was very knowledgeable and such a pleasure to talk to. I really enjoyed being able to see a number of fantastic site in Canberra without having to worry about driving or even thinking. I was here in Canberra on a business trip. I told my business associates, who are locals, about where Darryl took us and they were impressed that we were able to see so much in one day. Everywhere we went on this tour was exactly what they said they would have recommended someone new to the area should see. I think Darryl was very friendly and a great conversationalist. I think he did a great job and I would highly recommend this tour and Darryl.

The tour guide was very good, very down to earth, friendly & practical in his approach and very knowledgable. Everyone enjoyed the sites in Canberra & thoroughly recommend this tour.

Great Day Great day full of interesting insights. Neil was a great guide and made the trip very enjoyable by sharing his knowledge and experience

Better than we could have dreamt off. Our tour guide ornithologist Neil was only too happy to share his extensive knowledge of flora and fauna and local history and geography.An absolute highlight of our trip. Thank you Neil and I encourage anyone fortunate to be visiting Canberra to hop on board. David and Svetlana

Definitely great value! Neil’s commentary was interesting and informative and fun! The areas travelled give a great overview of Canberra. My 13 year old granddaughter was very impressed and would also recommend this tour. The small group size is a plus (in my opinion). The option to participate in the Last Post ceremony was a highlight.

Had a fantastic time on the full day highlights tour with Neil. His knowledge of the Canberra's history was very interesting and added alot to the experience.

We were very impressed by our tour and guide Bob, the day was perfect in every way.
We all enjoyed it very much and fitted so much into the day, Bob was the perfect guide and very knowledgable.
I would personally recommend this tour to anybody visiting Canberra.
Remember to wear good shoes, take water and a hat, we were all totally exhaused by the end of the day. Thank you Bob

Worth every cent.. This was the most informative tour I have ever been on.
Bob was a great tour guide and very easy to talk to, a wealth of knowledge.
Anybody going to Canberra try this tour, but wear your best walking shoe, take water and a hat.

Absolutely a must-do tour!
Neil was an outstanding guide with incredible knowledge of the Canberra area and fascinating historical insights. His humour and quick wit made the tour both informative and great fun. We learned so much and enjoyed every minute. Definitely wear good walking shoes — you’ll be glad you did!

One guided tour you shouldn’t miss! This tour was excellent and well worth the money. Our tour guide, Neil, was incredibly informative and delivered everything with a refreshing wit and sense of humour. I came away with a renewed appreciation for Canberra. Be sure to slip, slop, slap, wear good walking shoes, and bring a bottle of water.

Absolutely a MUST DO tour Absolutely a must-do tour!
Neil was an outstanding guide with incredible knowledge of the Canberra area and fascinating historical insights. His humour and quick wit made the tour both informative and great fun. We learned so much and enjoyed every minute. Definitely wear good walking shoes — you’ll be glad you did!

Highly recommend Simon was an excellent guide and he was knowledgeable, informative and a lovely genuine gentleman.
The tour captured the main Canberra highlights with plenty of time to have a good look around.
Would highly recommend,

The perfect introduction to Canberra - do this as your first activity We were going on a short mini break to Canberra and wanted to ensure we maximised our stay. We had seen how highly rated tour this was on Trip Adviser so booked early. We were not disappointed. It really was a great experience and Neil was the perfect guide. The whole tour was so well planned giving you a full understanding of the how, where and when surrounding the city’s founding and its history to date, a thorough explanation of how the Parliamentary system works in Australia and ideas of what to do on subsequent days. It was all delivered in a very informative but light touch manner by someone who had a great breadth and depth of knowledge. Neil was always ready and willing to answer questions. We’d really recommend this as the first days’ activity in Canberra.

Enjoyed the Kanagaroos and Koala tour. Neil was knowledgeable and thorough and he has a great sense of humour. We learned about the history and countryside around Canberra as well as seeing the animals. Highly recommend!

Wildlife experience plus more Although we have lived in Australia for many years and have seen kangaroos and koalas in multiple locations, this tour is still worth mentioning. The tour guide, Neil, is very friendly and knowledgeable. He explained the different species of wallabies and kangaroos and introduced an interesting app for birdwatchers. He also fulfilled my wish to spot a platypus in the wild. Another highlight was the NASA deep space radio tower, which came with a very interesting story. As we were the only group on the day, he even dropped us back at our accommodation. I would highly recommend this tour.

We had a truly wonderful experience with Neil from Canberra Guided Tours.
The tour among kangaroos and koalas was unforgettable and extremely well organised.
Neil is not only a highly professional guide, but also someone with deep knowledge, genuine passion and great respect for wildlife. His explanations were clear, engaging and full of interesting details, and his love for animals is evident in everything he does.
Thanks to him, we experienced Australian wildlife in a very authentic and respectful way.
Highly recommended to anyone visiting Canberra who wants more than just a standard tour.
Thank you, Neil, for such a memorable experience!
Greetings from you new Bulgarian friends

We went on a guided tour on Sunday with a lovely man called Neil. He was friendly, very informative about all aspects of Canberra. Even better he made everyone on the tour feel comfortable, and had an amazing sense of humour. Recommend the tour if you're ever going to Canberra.

Canberra highlights Wonderful information and fun, Neil our operator fantastic
Day out , we advise everyone to join this small welcoming tour when next visiting Canberra, you won’t be disappointed.

Simon was our guide on an all day tour of Canberra and he was exceptional. Good pacing, clearly able to hear and understand him, very knowledgable. We were very lucky that we only had about 6 people on our tour that day so that made it even more enjoyable. Nice group. Minivan/bus was comfortable and easy to get in and out of. I learned a lot about Canberra and Australia. I highly recommend this tour.

Very Informative and Safe The tour guide, Neil, not only provided up close views of the promised kangaroos and koalas but also the red-necked wallaby and the black/swamp wallaby! The most unexpected and special parts of the tour were spotting an Emu as soon as we entered the reserve and the opportunity to see a pond where platypuses (platypodes?) live! A mix of luck and Neil's expert knowledge allowed us to actually get close enough to see the beak and the body of a platypus as it dove around the pond. If this all wasn't enough, Neil specializes in birds and was able to provide a wealth of information on the various birds we spotted during the tour. He was even able to show us the location of a very successful bowerbird and his meticulously crafted bower. Overall it was a wonderful and informative experience where I felt comfortable and safe the entire time with Neil and the other solo female traveler that joined us. There is no cell reception for most of the tour, so keep that in mind. I also recommend closed toe shoes, long trousers, and a light jacket or sweater during the cooler months. Amazing tour, huge thanks to Neil for the great experience!

We did the full day guided tour and it was very much worth the time and money. Bob (our guide and minibus driver) was amazing, so knowledgeable but also funny, kind and patient with my mum who doesn't have the best mobility. He made sure we had a wheelchair at all the longest walking spots which mum really appreciated. The day didn't feel rushed and I am grateful to have learned more about the origins of Canberra and how the city became what it is today. We had a fab day!

Great full day tour in Canberra! We did the full day guided tour and it was very much worth the time and money. Bob (our guide and minibus driver) was amazing, so knowledgeable but also funny, kind and patient with my mum who doesn't have the best mobility. He made sure we had a wheelchair at all the longest walking spots which mum really appreciated. The day didn't feel rushed and I am grateful to have learned more about the origins of Canberra and how the city became what it is today. We had a fab day!

Tour of Canberra This tour provides a great introduction to Canberra and covers the city’s origins. Our guide Neil grew up in the city and it was great to have his “insider” perspective. He also suggested other places to visit beyond the tour. Highly recommend!

Very comprehensive and informative tour
Neil was a great tour guide with a great knowledge of the various Canberra sights and history

Full Day Highlights of Canberra We had an absolutely wonderful tour of the capital with Canberra Guided Tours.
Neil was our guide and he proved to be a wealth of information, not at least about Australian politics and history. Difficult questions were answered clearly and meticulously.
The whole tour was above eight hours long and a fantastic introduction to Australia and particularly the uniqueness of Canberra for us.
We are so happy that we could go on this outstanding tour. Neil is one of the very best guides we’ve ever had, and we sign up for guided tours in almost every town we visit abroad.

Eric and Anita

Time to show the rest of the family Have been to Canberra many times in my youth. It was time to show my wife. This tour was to to orientate ourselves and to plan our week. It certainly didn't disappoint. The guide Neil was very passionate about how Canberra came to fruition. Very knowledgeable and the rest of the day just flowed. I highly recommend this tour, it was a small group able to befriend other tourist, we saw all the highlights and was able to plan the rest of our trip. Thank you for a great day.

We had such a great day. Neil was very knowledgeable and fun! It was our first time in Canberra and this tour was perfect for us. Highly recommend it!

Visit Canberra! You won’t be disappointed. It’s a stunning and exciting city. I highly recommend this exceptional tour. It was a great way to discover the beautiful city of Canberra. Darryl was an excellent tour guide and extremely knowledgeable. My husband and I had a great day.

Great day trip! Very informative, small group tour, lovely people. Guide Bob was so informative and engaging Parliament times were fascinating. Great day trip .

Great full-day tour with all highlights of Canberra. Interesting (fun) facts on the tour of the Old Parliament House and Australian Parliament House. The drive through Canberra’s diplomatic district was enjoyable. We had time to spend in the old and new Parliament Houses and especially in the Australian War Memorial, which was a moving experience.

Well worth the money and time this Tour. The tour co-ordinator Simon knowledge was A+ and a easy going welcoming manner. ✅👍🏻

Not to be missed. Do this tour first to understand Canberra. What a great tour to take to see so much in one day. Our tour guide, Bob, was a delightful man, with a great sense of humour, who knew so much about Canberra and its history. He answered all our questions and had many anecdotes that kept us entertained. We were never rushed and had plenty of time to look around at the sites.
I truly recommend this tour to be taken early in your stay. It explains so many aspects of Canberra.

WonderfulbExperience The guide Nile is very jind, helpful , and knowledgeable . It was a nice trip. We saw birds , platypus, koala, and Kangaroos. The guide was the best. He has his own books in birds. It was wonderful experience.

Great day tour! Simon was an amazing guide. Super friendly and knowledgeable. I liked the small size of the group and enjoyed the day a lot. Great overview of Canberra and it‘s history/present.

Great tour of Canberra. Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. Good choice of locations to visit, all steeped in history. The War Memorial was the highlight and the best way to end the tour.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Simon was the perfect host. Visited The Royal Military College and The New Parliament Building.

A big thank you from us both.

If you want more personal insights into Canberra then the money spent on a personal guide is not wasted.

Highly recommend.

Slight confusion on the pickup time which changed a few times and once without telling us so we had to hang around for 30 minutes.
Anyway, all great news after that. Excellent guide, comfortable mini bus.
The guide, Neil, added so many stories to the facts that kept us engaged throughout. So many interesting places. Weather was inclement so the guide changed the order so we could have the best views.
He would stop in so many extra places so we could see churches, memorials and Kangaroos even.
Thoroughly recommended. We think we prefer Canberra to Sydney!

We had such an amazing day with Canberra Guided Tours. From the first stop at Mount Ainslie looking down over the city to exploring Old and New Parliament House, everything felt meaningful and well-paced. The guide made the stories of Canberra’s history really come alive — funny at times, emotional at others. The most moving moment for me was finding my ancestors’ names at the War Memorial. It was something I’ll never forget. The tour ran smoothly, the bus was comfortable, and I came away with a new appreciation for Canberra and its history.

Highly Recommend We had Neil as a tour guide and he was absolutely amazing he made the day and we couldn’t have had a better experience. Extremely friendly and funny everyone loved him. Highly recommend

Canberra Floriade Tour The tour was very good. The most memorable visit was to Tulip Top Gardens. Absolutely beautiful. Every place we visited was very interesting. The National Arboretum and the Bonsai Display were outstanding. Floriade was very busy and very crowded on the day. The tulips on display were wonderful. We loved the variety of colours. Went for a ride on the train which took us all around the grounds. Very enjoyable for us as we are senior citizens. We would like to thank Neil for being an excellent tour guide and for every assistance that he gave us.

A History Buff's Delight Neil was an exceptional guide, who provided a comprehensive explanation of the planning and building of Canberra. When we were in the various Parliament buildings, several of the security personnel informed our group that we had the best guide available. Clearly Neil is well respected. The War Memorial was quite moving and a solemn end to a great day.

Fantastic tour. Such an excellent tour. Neil our guide had so much local knowledge imparted with great humour. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Canberra.

Excellent tour. Opened our eyes to Canberra Neil, our tour guide, was excellent, informative and funny. Neil had a great knowledge about the place, politics and people of Canberra. The tour covered many aspects of Australia's relationship with itself and wider world, including the beautiful vista, Parliament House(s) as well as a sombre and respectful visit to the Australian War Memorial to hear the Last Post Ceremony.
Neil was fantastic, getting everyone on the bus engaged in the tour and having a great time together. The tour itself was excellent and my wife and I would recommend this tour if you're visiting Canberra.

Loved it all, that's it. This was a fantastic experience, Neil is nice, neat, nowledgeable, nows everything. This saves us the hassle of parking and struggling with the Canberra traffic, in roundabouts. We got to see sites all over town, the personality of Neil made this all the more betterer than any other tours that we have done before. The group on the tour were fun and made it a fun day. Thank you.

My parents and I had a wonderful tour around Canberra. Our guide, Darryl, was knowledgeable, engaging, and extremely considerate of his guests. It was a full-day tour that managed to be both informative and fun. His love for Canberra really shone through, and we will always look back on this day fondly, as it created such beautiful memories.

Viator full day excursion Bob was our guide and he exceeded our expectations. We had a full on information packed day seeing the highlights of Canberra. Bob was considerate and thoughtful towards all participants
Lois

A true tour of highlights Excellent day tour of Canberra taking in many of the well-known sites - Mt Ainslie, MOAD, Parliament House, Embassies- but also included some of the less known eg Changi Chapel, Duntroon. Tour leader Neil has an incredible knowledge of the city, its history, quirky facts and has a great sense of humour. Tour group was small - 4 people- which allowed an individualised and relaxed approach. Day finished with the poignant last post ceremony at AGM before we were returned to our respective accommodation.

wonderful tour of tidbinbilla and surrounds This was a wonderful experience led by our friendly and well-informed guide, Neil! We were very pleased to see wombats, koalas, kangaroos, platypuses, and wallabies (as well as many different types of birds). I found the stopover at the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex to be particularly interesting. It was also great to be able to just look out the window at the landscapes without worrying about driving. Highly recommended!

Best way to get a intro into Canberra I knew from the moment Neil stopped to pick us up we were in for a good day. Neil is very observant of his clients and gets to know them very quickly with an excellent sense of humour. That's a plus. His knowledge of Canberra, history, politics and general information is continuously fascinating.
I would suggest this is the tour you do on your first day and Canberra and you will quickly learn there is so much to see in Canberra

This is the weirdest review, but I wanted to come back a year after my Canberra Highlights day tour and tell you this tour was the moment I decided to move to Australia and try to become an Australian. It was visiting MOAD, the war memorial, and parliament - and the passionate, smart education I got about this country and its history, triumphs, and challenges that pushed me to finally do it. I’m now a resident of Melbourne but hope to visit a lot.

A fantastic and informative tour. Exceptional knowledge of not only Canberra but the machinations of government as well. Covered a lot of Canberra in a day and highly recommend

I had a wonderful time on this tour. Neil's knowledge of Australia's wildlife is impressive and extensive. He provides very interesting and entertaining commentary along the way, making the experience all the more rewarding.

Bob our tour guide was fantastic and clearly very knowledgeable of politics, history and Canberra. He was able to deliver commentary throughout our tour and was delightful to spend the day with.

A great way to see Canberra The tour covered most of the landmarks of the city.
Neil our tour guide was very knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting.

Recently had a Canberra highlight tour. Neil was a great tour guide.very knowledgeable and funny. Was good to hear about the history of Canberra also visiting the old and new parliament house. Even got to sit and listen to the senate while there. Also the war memorial was good to see and also the last post ceremony was very moving. Would highly recommend