Welcome to Melbourne, The Shopping Capital!
Enjoy a relaxed and fun day of bargain
Retail Therapy without the stress of
carrying bags or finding directions.
Explore Melbourne's famous discount outlets,
accessories, bag & shoe shops
and hard-to-find back street warehouse sales.
for your Bargains & Bubbles Outlet Shopping Tour
This public Melbourne shopping spree tour for individuals
OPERATES: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat
OR Private Tour Options (Small & Large Group Shopping Tours)
See some of the fun we had when we filmed GETAWAY with
Catriona Rowntree & 'friend' CLICK HERE
Bargains and Bubbles Tour.
Enjoy a relaxed and fun day of discount retail therapy without the worry of carrying bags or finding directions. Explore Melbourne's famous discount clothing outlets, accessories, bag & shoe shops and hard-to-find warehouse sales.
TOURS DEPART: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from next to The Forum Theatre on Russell Street, between Flinders Street & Flinders Lane. Selected Hotel Pick Ups available on Request.
TOUR OPERATES: 9am-5pm
TOUR PRICE: $84 per adult. $63 per child (0-14 years)
TOUR INCLUDES: Shopping gift, Melbourne Shopoholic Tour Host, Cafe Lunch with a glass of bubbles.
The itinerary will change based on availability, tour guests interest and sales in various shops. We discover back street warehouses and shopping strips such as Swan Street, Bridge Road and Smith Street and find bargains galore such as womens fashion, shoes, handbags, mens and kids clothing, homewares, chocolates/nuts/food, jewellery and accessories, cosmetics, gifts, hats, scarves, luggage, books, sportswear, lingerie and sleepwear, leather goods, sunglasses, swim wear, Manchester, surf/street wear, sunglasses, knitwear
Below are some of the most popular shops we include in our itinerary. This alters regularly based on availability and guest interest. On average we fit a dozen into a day.
Please ask us prior to the tour if you have any requests and we will attempt to fit it into our itinerary.
Lunch & a glass of bubbles (wine, beer, soft or hot drink) is included in the price. This quick but relaxed and delicious café style lunch will give you fuel to continue shopping into the afternoon.
Sit back and relax as we help you to enjoy your day of shopping without the worry of carrying bags, tackling trains and trams, paying for taxis or finding directions and car parks.
If you have any queries please check out our Frequently Asked Questions Page
We can't always promise this type of day but check out some shopping madness when we filmed GETAWAY with Catriona early 2011 CLICK HERE
NOTE: OUR TOURS ARE HOSTED ON SMALLER BUSES WITHOUT UNCLE DES!
Past Shoppers
Enter your unique Past OST Shopper code & date here
Private Shopping Tours.
Melbourne is Australia’s Shopping Capital.
Enjoy a day of retail therapy shopping for Melbourne style bargains in your own private group.
You choose the itinerary. Do you want to visit back street wholesalers, discount streets such as Bridge Road, Smith Street & Swan street, Queen Victoria Market, DFO, Harbourtown......
4-8 people = $149 per person
9-18 people = $99 per person
19-30 people = $79 per person
31-45 people = $60 per person
46 or more = $55 per person
OR Individuals can join a public tour - $84 per person see Bargains & Bubbles Tour
OPTION to grade to upgrade (additional $40) to a 2 course lunch at Gary Mehigan's Fenix on The Yarra Restaurant
Suggested timing 9.30am-4.30pm but can alter to suit your needs
The focus on private & group tour itineraries is flexibility.
Our speciality is discovering Melebourne's best discount outlets and hard-to-find warehouse sales.
The following are other suggestions for group shopping tours:
You ask and we'll make it happen!
The itinerary will change based on availability and sales in various shops but may include womens fashion, shoes, handbags, mens and kids clothing, homewares, chocolates/nuts/food, stationary, jewellery and accessories, cosmetics, gifts, hats, scarves, luggage, books, electrical goods, sportswear, lingerie and sleepwear, leather goods, sunglasses, swim wear, toys, Manchester, surf/street wear, sunglasses, knitwear
Below are some of the most popular shops we include in our itinerary. This alters regularly based on availability and guest interest, on average we fit a dozen into a day.
Gift Vouchers.
A Gift Certificate is a great idea for someone who loves to shop OR for someone who is new to Melbourne OR holidaying in Melbourne.....
Our vouchers have a 12-month validity.
To book a Gift Voucher, please provide the following info by email, telephone or in the Gift Voucher Details Info Box on the right
1. Your Name
2. Your Contact Phone Number
3 Your email address
4. Name & Address or email to send to (either giver or receiver)
5. Any message to go on voucher - exact text eg. Merry Christmas,
To my favorite Shopping Buddy, Thanks for helping me move,
Happy Birthday Bobbie from Tom, etc
6. Tour details = Bargains & Bubbles Tour for 1 person Total -
$84 OR Private Shopping Tour for 4 people = $596
We will contact you to process your credit card and
send the voucher within 24 hours.
Do not hesitate to ask if you have any queries.
Your Name:
Email:
Phone Number:
Gift Voucher Details:
Shopping List.
Before doing a Shopping Tour it is a great idea to think about your shopping list.
Whose birthday is coming up?
What needs replacing in your wardrobe?
Make a note of sizes for kids, partners, and friends…
Who do you have to buy Christmas presents for?
For the Boys.
QUESTION: Are Shopping Tours for women only or can my partner join us?
ANSWER: Some men like shopping and are welcomed. We do visit shops that have men’s clothing & shoes. They will likely be the only male on the tour as 95% of our clients are women…. They'll have fun but can they handle it?!?
If not check out some alternatives below.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A FATHERS DAY EXPERIENCE GIFT VOUCHER?
Not everyone is into books, jocks and socks. What about a Sports & Beer Lovers Tour or Horses, Wine & Beer Tour Gift Voucher. CLICK HERE to see more
MELBOURNE SPORTS TOURS offers an in-depth knowledge of Melbourne and its sporting culture by means of personal, guided tours.
Explore behind the scenes of Melbourne's world class sporting venues & the games we play.
Tours Include:
SPORTS LOVERS TOURS Join us for a unique sightseeing journey around Melbourne. Explore behind the scenes of the city and the venues which host Australia’s favourite sporting events. Half and full day options suit all sporting and cultural interests. Visit Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Track and enjoy lunch at Etihad Stadium. Options include MCG, National Sports Museum, Rod Laver Arena, Play Tennis, Eureka Sky Deck, Fosters Brewery...Monday to Friday 8.30am-1.30pm/5pm. From $108
AUSSIE RULES FOOTBALL with a local host. Enjoy this small group, personal experience and the best seats in the house. Your local host will explain all the rules, bumps and bruises of our unique game. Thurs-Sunday $135
HORSES, WINE & BEER TOUR Regional Victoria at its finest. Meet horses and kangaroos at ‘Living Legends’, a traditional homestead that is home to our favorite retired racehorses. Enjoy lunch at a country winery then beer tasting in a classic Aussie pub in a traditional country town. Sundays 9am-5pm $135
PRIVATE SHOPPING TOURS FOR MEN
Bucks Days, Bridal Party Shopping, Power Xmas Shopping
SUGGESTED ITINERARY: Sports Shops (e.g. Nike, Bolle, Converse, Reebok), Golf Shops, Work Wear, Shoes (e.g. Florsheim, Aquila, Rockport), Clothes e.g. (Ben Sherman, Colorado, Jag), Leather Jackets, Socks & Jocks, Suits & Ties, Gifts (e.g Lingerie/Jewellery/Books/Music/ Toys/Kitchenware/Beauty products), Wine Warehouse…. We will talk to you prior your tour to build an itinerary to suit you.
INCLUDES PUB STYLE LUNCH
OR Individuals can join a public tour - $84 per person
Outlet Shopping Tours see sport as a natural partner to sporting tours for various reasons.
1. Many people love sport & shopping - Melbourne is the Australian Mecca of both of these activities
2. Some women want to shop in peace & some men really don't enjoy shopping and need to find an alternative sanctuary eg. sport
3. Some couples want to spend holidays together and are happy to spend time enjoying each other's passions eg. Shopping & Sport
FAQ's.
Do I need to have a large group to do a shopping tour?
No, our Bargains & Bubbles Public Tours are designed for individuals to join other like-minded shoppers.
What if I want to shop with a group of friends?
Please see our Private Shopping Tour page or ask us for something specific. Otherwise groups of up to 8 people are welcome to join our public tour.
What shops will we visit on the tour?
Below are some of the most popular shops we include in our itinerary. This alters regularly based on availability and guest interest.
HANDBAGS/LEATHERGOODS eg Siricco Leather, Handbag & Shoe Factory Outlet, Olga Berg, Spencer & Rutherford
SHOES eg Wittners, Diana Ferrari, Florsheim, Colorado, Rockport, Nike, Reebok
CHOCOLATE eg. Richmond Chocolate Factory Outlet
JEWELLERY eg. Melbourne Jewellery Warehouse, FAB jewellery
BEAUTY eg. Natio Cosmetics or Australian Natural Brands Outlet
LUNCH: Monties Bar Smith Street or Shire Cafe off Brunswick St
LINGERIEe.g. Brands United, Le Von
BOOKS eg. Book Talk Café, Social Club Books
GIFTS/HOMEWARES e.g. Kitch'N'Stuff, Salt & Pepper Homewares, Metro Gifts, Classica
CLOTHING eg. Arcadia, Fields Knitwear, Black Plum, Ginger Tree Clothing, Nike, Quiksilver, 1999, Converse, Bolle, Claude d'Alban, Unique Clothing, Beaches Clothing, Riviera Clothing, True Alliance, Ben Sherman, Reebok, LeCoste, Lee, Wrangler, Colorado, Speedo, Bonds, Fila....
How many shops will we visit on the tour?
We visit approximately 12 outlets depending on the group on the day. It maybe 10 or may be 20.
What is the best day to do an Outlet Shopping Tour?
Any day is a good day to shop BUT Saturdays are busiest. If you are free on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday the groups are generally smaller and the outlets will not be as crowded. We do not offer Sundays as most of our warehouse outlets are closed. Sunday is a great day for the Queen Vic Market, DFO, Harbour Town, Chadstone, Bourke Street Mall/Melbourne city shopping....
Are you the Pink Shopping Bus of Melbourne?
No, Shopping Spree Tours operated in Melbourne for over 20 years but ceased operation a few years ago. Our tours are similar but not the same.
Do you offer a shopping tour to DFO, Harbour Town, Bridge Road, Chadstone Shopping Centre, The Queen Victoria Market & Prahran market?
No, these fabulous shopping venues are not included in our public Bargains & Bubbles Tour. If you would like to book a private tour we are happy to include one or all of these in the itinerary though. Outlet Shopping Tours takes you to back street wholesalers and places that are not easy to get to on your own. ...and watch this space!
Do you offer a shopping tour in the CBD of Melbourne?
No, we take you out of the central city. Our local Shopoholic tour guides will take you to places that are not easy to get to on your own. We recommend a walking tour through the Lanes & Arcades of Melbourne as this is the best way to find the boutiques and hidden secrets. See our 'Discover Melbourne' page for more information about this tour.
Can you offer Fundraising Shopping Tours for our School/Social Club?
We specialise in tours for Tourists, Cruise Ships, Conferences & Corporate Groups. Please ask and we can recommend a few other companies who specialise in Fundraising Shopping Tours.
LUNCH
Is lunch included on the tours?
Yes, we offer a choice of approx 14 meals and various drinks. Meals are pre-ordered so we are not wasting good shopping time ordering lunch. Our lunch venue changes but at the moment we are using Shire Cafe off Brunswick St and British Crown on Smith Street in Fitzroy.
The tour is called Bargains & Bubbles - I don't like champagne!
No problem – we offer a choice of Champers, soft drink, beer, wine & hot drinks.
I have dietary restrictions - will I be catered for?
Our menu includes 10-12 options including Vegetarian and Gluten free options. Please advise us of your needs upon booking so we can ensure that the cafe/restaurant is able to assist.
If I really want to buy a particular item/brand will you take me to that store?
Unless you are booking a private tour we cannot guarantee individual requests as it may not suit the group itinerary, however our shopping hosts (Shopaholics) are flexible and we will definitely attempt to help to assist with your requirements.
How far in advance do I have to book a tour?
We recommend that you book as soon as you know the date that you'd like to join us as our tours do sell out. Subject to availability you may be able to still book a seat the day before though.
What is the Shopping Gift mentioned in the Outlet Shopping Tour?
The gift changes - it may be a shopping bag, pen, shopping list...
Do the Bargains & Bubbles Tour operate on Public Holidays?
No, we do not operate public holidays as most of our wholesalers are closed.
A re the shopping tours just for women or can my husband join us?
Some men like shopping and are welcomed. We do visit shops that have men’s clothing & shoes. They will likely be the only male on the tour as 95% of our clients are women. Can they handle it?!? If not check out ourFor The Boyspage for alternatives
Hopefully we answered your questions? If not pleaseCONTACT US HERE
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P.O Box 21151 QV Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria 8011
Telephone:
+61 (03) 8822 4568
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Guest Feedback
"We were on your shopping tour on Monday, 14th November and we had a ball! Our grateful thanks to Tracey who was a first class guide - informative, so friendly and amazingly patient and Simon, the equally patient driver! We went to a variety of different places we wouldn't have seen or tried otherwise. See you on our next Melbourne trip and thank you so much again!
" Susan & Margery, Nov 2011
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"I have just enjoyed the most fabulous day with my mum and sister on Wednesday 9th November on a shopping tour with Tracey, our hostess. We all appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness of Tracey. Being only a small group of 9 made it a great little group. Our most heartfelt thanks for making our family re-union a memorable experience. I had not seen my sister for 15 years and the bus tour gave us an opportunity to catch up in a l isurely way while also enjoying the experience of retail therapy "on the cheap". Tracey is a warm, friendly person who I feel does great credit to your company. I most certainly will recommend my friends try one of your tours when they visit the city. Coming from a very small rural town, it was an unforgettable experience. Thank you so much." Sue, Nov 2011
"Hubby and I had a great time on the Bargains & Bubbles tour last week, thanks Tracey for your hospitality and showing us the bargains with a fantastic lunch, we came home with 9 shopping bags full!
" Sharon & Shane Oct 2011
"Thank you for the opportunity to participate on your tour, it was absolutely fantastic!
We had such a great tour. The hostess was lovely, the lunch delicious and we were lucky to have such a great group on the bus.
I don't think is anything you can do to improve it, maybe a personal assistance to carry bags and try on clothes for us - wouldn't that be nice in everyday life too!
Top effort keep it up, and again thank you so much." Colleen, Flight Centre NZ, July 2011
"My Aunty ( 81 years old) and I did your shopping Tour with Tracey. Just a short note to say Thank you We had a ball, beautiful lunch, great people and great host. The small bus suited us to as we both have mobility issues. I will do it again. Thanks again." Pam, July 2011
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"I just wanted to write to thank you sooooooooo much for a wonderful shopping tour on Saturday.
Our host, Tracey and driver, Max were both incredibly friendly and fun and made the day so much more enjoyable for everyone.
The outlets themselves were fantastic offering a broad range of genuine bargains. There was something for everyone and plenty to suit our needs and wants.
I was delighted to get home and show my husband my purchases, and was pleasantly surprised by how many great things I was able to buy for the whole family, for bargain prices.
He didnt even chastise me for the spending spree!
The lunch venue, Monties was also great, with very nice food, pleasant service and unique surroundings.
We will be back again and will recommend the tour to others." Jenni and Carolyn, July 2011
"I would like to pass on my appreciation to your company for such an excellent day out.
I was expecting to just visit stores and pick up some bargains ..... but i ended up making friends, having a great laugh and just having a really enjoyable day. The lunch was very intimate..... nice food and again so much laughter.
Tracy was excellent and so knowledgable able the places we went and also building/places we drove past. Simon drove that day and he was hilarious as well..... Both were such a credit to your Company :)
I am positive all on board had an absolute great day and when I return to Melbourne I will be touring with your company again. I have also recommended you to all my friends.
Again, thanks for a fantastic tour." Kristen, Sept 2010
"I found it hard to believe that you have only been doing this since February. The tour was run like a well oiled machine.
The combination of hostess & driver that we had was great. They worked together as a team very well.
Olga Berg is a good place to visitthe quirky type places that you can't get at DFO are an absolute definite. The restaurant for lunch was lovely.
I loved it as did my sister-in-law Julie. We would have no hesitation in recommending you to our friends & our clients. We would love to take another trip with you again at some stage.
A great day out, fun & tiring & broke - the only way to be after a shopping tour." Julie-Ann, Chelsea Cruise & Travel, June 2010
We really appreciate all the feedback from guests on our tours. If you have a message for us about your experience on one of our tours please feel free to CONTACT US HERE
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