14 Australia Ski Trips Worth Booking

1.Lake Mountain Snow Trip including Yarra Valley Chocolaterie from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · from $129Our pick

Ride from central Melbourne to Lake Mountain for snow play, tobogganing, or winter walks, then visit Steavenson Falls and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Guides such as Wes, Chris, Craig, and Janet have been praised for safe driving and helpful commentary. Snow conditions vary, so bring proper waterproof gear.

“Our tour arrived at Lake Mountain the morning after the first snowfall of the season. It was truely magical. I chose to walk the trails around the resort and wasn't disappointed. It was serene and beautiful even though it was school holidays. OncRead more”

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2.Melbourne: Mt Buller Snow Tour-Save on Hire & True 5 Hrs Fun

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 15 hours · from $63

Leave Melbourne before sunrise for a full day at Mt Buller. Your English-speaking driver handles the long mountain transfer, with a stop at Alzburg Ski Hire for equipment and lift tickets. You get five hours at the resort for skiing, tobogganing, or snow play, but activities and meals cost extra.

“David is a very professional and friendly bus driver. The ride was smooth and safe. He was polite, helpful, and made the trip very comfortable. Truly a pleasant experience”

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3.Melbourne Snow Trip to Lake Mountain with Chocolates & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $112

Ride a heated coach from Melbourne to Lake Mountain for about three hours of snow time, then visit Steavenson Falls and Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Guides such as Lauren, Peter, Corey, and Joe are praised for clear directions, local stories, and good humor. Toboggans, meals, clothing, and equipment cost extra.

“Corey was a great tour guide and driver, very knowledgeable and friendly. He even recited a poem because my son asked if he knew one.”

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4.From Melbourne: Mt Buller Snow Day Small Group Boutique Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 78 reviews · 13 hours · from $116

Travel from Melbourne to Mount Buller in a group of up to 11 with an English-speaking guide such as James, Paul, Sam, or Mark. You can ski, ride the Northside Express chairlift, walk the Village Circuit, or play in the snow and use the toboggan parks.

“Pleasant trip with Paul, who was informative with useful tips to make a comfortable and enjoyable trip”

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5.Melbourne: Lake Mountain Snow Day and Waterfalls & Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

Leave Melbourne with an English-speaking guide such as Cory or Joe, spend three hours playing in the snow at Lake Mountain, walk to Steavenson Falls, and finish with chocolate samples and ice cream at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Expect a full 10-hour day with lunch and snow gear at your own cost.

“Our tour guide and driver was Cory. He is funny and knowledgeable. He is engaging and very thoughtful of our wellbeing. The tour day was fun and ample time to explore the mountain. We love the chocolate factory too!! They are yummy. Hot chocolate is a must!! Highly recommended.”

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6.From Sydney 1 Day Perisher Snow Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $119

Leave Sydney late at night on a heated coach, reach the Snowy Mountains early, and spend about 6 to 7 hours at Perisher Resort. You can rent gear near Cooma or Jindabyne, enjoy a hot drink, explore the snow village, then return to Sydney around 10pm.

“very good specially the two drivers on the tour very professional. good experience..”

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7.1 Day Thredbo Snow Tour From Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $128

Travel overnight from Sydney to Thredbo by air-conditioned coach, stop in Jindabyne for ski hire, then spend more than seven hours at the resort. Guide Anna has earned praise for her help and clear information, but you should expect to sleep on the bus and pay separately for gear, lift access, food, and lessons.

“Our tour guide Anna was amazing. She was super helpful and accommodating, and I love how she provided information of the places we went to. On the other hand, the bus driver on our way to Thredbo (can't remember his name) was quite Read more”

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8.Private Mount Buller Snow and Ski Tour from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews

Leave Melbourne at 7:00 am with a private driver for the three-hour trip to Mount Buller. Stop in Mansfield for ski gear, then enjoy about six hours for skiing, snowboarding, or tobogganing before returning to your hotel. Michael has driven this route and lets your group set the pace.

“Fantastic trip to Mt Buller.. We were privileged with with the company of Michael as our driver for the day who”

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9.Melbourne: Mt Buller Snow Tour-Save on Hire & True 5 Hrs Fun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $57Best value

Leave Melbourne at 5:20 AM for a full winter day at Mt Buller. Your English and Mandarin-speaking guide handles the long transfer, while you choose between discounted gear hire, tobogganing, chairlift rides, or free time in the snow. Pickups are available in Melbourne CBD and Box Hill.

“The experience was great overall—just a bit of car sickness, so taking a pill beforehand may help. The trip was well-organized, with amazing activities that were both fun and engaging. The guide was very kind, helpful, and made everyonRead more”

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10.Lake Mountain Snow Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $125

Travel from Melbourne to Lake Mountain for three hours of snow play, then walk to Steavenson Falls and finish at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Go West guides such as Bluey, Jools, Robbo, and Budgie lead the day in a heated 24-seat vehicle.

“We have great day with Jools and Gumnut! We played with the snow, had a relaxing walk near the waterfall and visited the chocolate factory.”

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11.1 Day Perisher Snow Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $121

Travel from Sydney to Perisher on a heated overnight coach, arriving for about seven hours at the resort. Brighton Tours helps arrange optional ski and clothing hire in Cooma or Jindabyne. You pay separately for equipment, meals, lift passes, and lessons.

“My first experience with all my friends and beautiful place and having a great time. Thanks for the coach drivers giving us a great services smoothly drinking safety.”

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12.1 Day Thredbo Snow Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $121

Travel overnight from Sydney to Thredbo on a heated coach, stop to hire snow gear, then enjoy about seven hours at the resort. You can ski, take a lesson, play in the snow, or explore Thredbo Village. National Park entry is included, but gear, food, lessons, and lift passes cost extra.

“I loved being able to try a new sport that I had never tried before. I liked the punctuality of the transport.”

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13.1 Day Perisher Snow Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 23 hours · from $119

Leave Sydney at 11:30 PM on a heated coach, stop for refreshments and gear hire, then spend about seven hours at Perisher Resort. Your $119 fare covers transport and national park entry, but not snow gear, lift tickets, lessons, or meals.

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14.Private Snow Tour From Melbourne – Up to 14 Travellers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Start at 8:00 am from Melbourne with a private driver-guide and your own vehicle. Choose Mt Buller, Mt Hotham, or Lake Mountain with the Yarra Valley. Expect a flexible 10 to 15-hour day, scenic stops, resort entry, and help arranging snow-gear hire.

“Faysal is really friendly and helpful. Provided us nice car and all the things we need. Thank you for the tour!”

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