Cruise passengers on an Albany shore excursion with a local guide

Cruise shore excursions · King George Sound

Albany Shore Excursions for Cruise Passengers

Make the most of your day in port with small-group Albany tours led by locals - wild coastline, granite peaks, history and Great Southern wine.

Your day in Albany, Western Australia

Things to do in Albany from your cruise ship

Albany is Western Australia's oldest European settlement, set on the sheltered waters of King George Sound. A guided shore excursion is the easiest way to see the highlights - from The Gap and Natural Bridge in Torndirrup National Park to the National Anzac Centre, historic town centre and nearby wine regions - without worrying about transport or directions.

  • Small-group tours with local guides
  • Durations listed so you can plan around your ship
  • Coast, history, hiking and wine options
  • Eight-time WA Tourism Awards finalist

Albany cruise shore excursions you can book

Check each tour's duration against your time in port before booking.

Albany Tours guests on the Granite Skywalk clamped to Castle Rock, looking out over the Porongurup valley

Nature

Granite Skywalk

Hike Castle Rock, climb to the treetop skywalk and hear the stories held in this ancient range.

From $153About 5 hours
A guest smiling as Plantagenet wine is poured over a shared local-produce lunch

Food & wine

Mt Barker Grape Escape

Meet Great Southern wine families, taste regional wines and settle in for a generous local-produce lunch.

From $217About 6 hours
Albany Town Hall and the historic town centre

History

History + Highlights

Connect Albany’s Menang, settlement and ANZAC stories with the harbour and landmarks where they unfolded.

From $153About 4 hours
A group sharing regional food and wine at a Great Southern venue

Food & wine

Delicious Denmark

Taste wine, farmhouse cheese, chocolate, ice cream and mead on a delicious journey through Denmark.

From $217About 6 hours
A child exploring Alison Hartman Gardens in Albany

History

Walk Albany & Wine Tasting

Get an insider’s view of Albany on foot, from Menang place and historic streets to a Great Southern wine tasting.

From $88About 2 hours
Albany Tours guests approaching the Cheynes IV whaling ship at Albany’s Historic Whaling Station

History

Icons of Albany

See the Whaling Station, The Gap and National ANZAC Centre in one fully guided Albany day.

From $385Full day
A guided group walking the coastal trail to Uredale Point in the evening light

Nature

Twilight Uredale Hike

Hike to Uredale Point as the sun sets over King George Sound, share a gourmet bush picnic, then walk back under the stars.

From $169About 5 hours

Seasonal

Wildflower Hikes

Daytime and twilight walks among Albany’s seasonal colour, with a bush tucker picnic included.

From $169About 4 hours

Private shore excursions for cruise groups

Travelling with family or friends? We can plan a private Albany day around your interests and your ship's schedule.

Plan a private tour

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Guests say it best

4.9from 220 Google reviews

Wine tour

“My husband and I had a fantastic time on the wine tour. ... We would highly recommend this tour & thank Jo for being a wonderful tour guide.”
Alicia Haynes · April 2026
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Guided Albany hike

“The guided walk led by knowledgeable local Nadine was excellent! ... The picnic box was a delicious selection of local produce ... This was a unique way to view this event and well organised by Albany Tours.”
Kay (Yaketty Yak) · March 2026
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The Gap + Natural Wonders

“Excellent tour with Joy. A high point are the scones, jam, and whipped cream with coffee at the Whaling Museum cafe. ... The nature sites, beach stop, the Gap and Natural Bridge were lovely.”
don buswell-charkow · January 2026
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History tour + The Gap

“The morning history tour was excellent. I enjoyed the pace n the delicious morning tea. ... The afternoon Gap tour was exhilarating. Tim was very informative n Nadine was very caring.”
Agnes Yeap · August 2025
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