5.0 on Google
17 public reviews · checked 1 November 2026
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Private Victoria travel from Melbourne
Private tours from Melbourne.Victoria at your pace.
Serene Charters is a halal-friendly Melbourne private tour and transport service, run by its founder Abdisalan Awale: private multi-stop day tours from Melbourne, a Saturday Great Ocean Road small-group tour, and airport, corporate, wedding and group transport, with every private trip confirmed in a written quote.
Great Ocean Road from A$1,199 per group of up to 4 · Phillip Island from A$1,099 · ★ 5.0 on Google
- Your driver brings local destination knowledge
- Child-restraint needs checked
- Melbourne pickup planned
Multi-stop days, one direction each
Starting prices are per group for up to 4 guests; 5–7 guests start from a higher band. Two or three of you? The vehicle is still yours at the same price.
Great Ocean RoadKennett River, Apollo Bay, Twelve Apostles & Loch Ard GorgeFrom A$1,199 per group · up to 4 guests · about A$300 each with 4 · about A$225 each with 6Request quotePhillip IslandChurchill Island, Koala Reserve, the Nobbies & Penguin ParadeFrom A$1,099 per group · up to 4 guests · about A$275 each with 4 · about A$208 each with 6Request quoteYarra ValleyYarra Valley Chocolaterie, Healesville & the Redwood ForestFrom A$949 per group · up to 4 guests · about A$237 each with 4 · about A$183 each with 6Request quote
New · Saturdays from Melbourne
Great Ocean Road small-group tour: A$179 a seat
- Max 11 guests
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
- Children A$149
Transport, not only tours
A private chauffeur, airport, corporate, weddings and group transport
A Mercedes-Benz V-Class carries up to 7 passengers plus the driver. Larger groups are quoted separately, with the vehicle and passenger capacity excluding the driver confirmed before booking. A wheelchair-accessible van is arranged separately; we confirm the occupied wheelchair, passenger and luggage fit for the actual vehicle. Every job is confirmed in writing, and prices include GST.
Private ChauffeurA professional driver by the hour or the day: corporate clients, weddings, airport runs and events.A$95–130 an hourAirport TransfersOne all-inclusive written quote for your airport route, passengers and luggage. Flights monitored.One all-inclusive written quoteMercedes V-Class HireA Mercedes-Benz V-Class with a professional driver, up to 7 passengers, by the hour. Larger and accessible vehicles arranged separately, with capacity confirmed.A$95–130 an hourCorporate TransportAirport runs, roadshows and events for staff and clients. Approved business accounts invoiced fortnightly.Written quoteWedding TransportGuest shuttles between ceremony and reception and a V-Class for the bridal party, from one run sheet.Written quoteMelbourne Cup TransfersOne-way or return transfers to Flemington as requested, for Cup Day and the spring racing carnival, with hourly packages.Written quoteGroup TransportGroup transport with a driver: events, families, sports teams and airport runs. Vehicle and capacity confirmed in writing.Written quote
Trust built on facts you can check
Current public information, with route and vehicle details confirmed in writing.
Accredited drivers
Trips are driven by accredited commercial passenger vehicle drivers. Accreditation details are available on request before booking.
Vehicle fit checked for your request
Exact passenger seating and luggage fit are confirmed in writing.
Private means planned around your group
Why Travel With Us?
Your driver knows the destinations and local practical details, transports you safely, waits and collects you at agreed stops and times. Your route and reserved window are confirmed in a clear written quote.
You set the pace at every stop
No group waiting on you - the driver waits while you explore. Within the reserved time and agreed route your group sets the pace, and extra stops or longer travel can affect timing and the final total, so ask and we will confirm what fits before travel.
Prayer and dining-stop planning
Rest, prayer and halal-dining stops can be planned within the agreed route and time. Meals remain separate unless quoted.
See Muslim-friendly tour planningVehicle fit checked first
Seating, child seats, luggage and mobility needs are checked for the exact party before confirmation.
The price cannot move without a reason
A higher quote must identify the changed date, route, hours, vehicle fit or written inclusion—not simply say prices vary.
Start with the direction, not a generic form
Featured Tours
Popular private routes — or tell us your plan. Your driver knows the road, and you set the pace at every stop.
What Every Booking Gets
We are a small service building our reputation through clear, direct customer care. Here's what you can count on.
You choose the priorities
Mark the places that matter most. We check safe driving time, attraction sessions and what fits before confirming the route.
Flexibility within a real plan
Food, shopping, rest or prayer timing can be discussed without pretending one day can cover every place in a large region.
The quote explains the difference
Your written quote states the route, reserved time, pickup, vehicle fit, inclusions, exclusions and final total.
Real Google reviews
Written by people we have driven, published on our Google Business Profile and quoted here word for word. Go and read them at the source — every one of them is public.
5.0 from 17 public reviews · checked 1 November 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
“We booked a private Great Ocean Road day trip with Serene Charters and it was one of the better private tour experiences we’ve had out of Melbourne.
The process was straightforward: clear written quote after they checked our group size, pickup point, preferred stops and timing. No surprise extras or vague “prices may vary” talk. On the day the driver was punctual, the vehicle was clean and comfortable, and the pace was genuinely flexible, we lingered at the stops we wanted and skipped what we didn’t without any pressure. He knew the route well and shared useful local bits without turning it into a scripted commentary.
They also handled a couple of small requests, rest stops, timing around a preferred lunch spot without fuss. Communication before and after was easy via WhatsApp.”
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
“Outstanding service from start to finish. The booking process was clear and professional, and everything was explained in detail before the trip. The driver was punctual, friendly, and made the whole journey comfortable and stress-free. The itinerary was well planned, with flexibility for our needs, and the vehicle was clean and comfortable. I highly recommend Serene Charters for anyone looking for a reliable private tour or transport service in Melbourne. I’ll definitely use them again!”
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
“Friendly driver. Muslim friendly tour. Prayers are well taken care. Brought to Halal restaurant.”
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
“We really enjoy to use this service our trip great ocean also the Melbourne city and driver was amazing. Customer communication was amazing and we definitely use you again. Thank you so much guys really good service well done”
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No confusing checkout
How a Serene booking works
Start with an enquiry. Practical details are checked before a written total and confirmation are sent.
- 1
Tell us your trip
Share your date, pickup, group, luggage, preferred hours and places you want to see.
- 2
Receive one written total
We check route timing and vehicle fit, then list the total, hours, inclusions and exclusions.
- 3
Confirm the agreed plan
Your booking is confirmed only after availability is checked and written confirmation is sent.
Ready to Plan Your Day?
Tell us your plan and we will check the details before sending a written quote on WhatsApp.
- A private vehicle and a knowledgeable driver
- You choose the route
- Written quote after checks