Discover Phillip Island
on a school excursion

From coordinating transportation to arranging accommodation and planning engaging activities, every aspect of the trip was expertly managed, allowing us to focus on creating lasting memories and valuable learning experiences.

Alyssa was awesome! No request seemed to be too hard, or if it was, Alyssa didn’t let on! Also, every other staff member that I interacted with was helpful and knowledgeable. Overall, this was a very successful trip, and I am already looking forward to the next.

As always, the MET team was extremely communicable and easy to deal with. This was our largest group that we have ever taken, and this came with administrative complications however the MET team were extremely helpful and always made my requests seem achievable and not too much of a problem.

The team is wonderful. Answering any questions and making it a great experience. Both drivers were amazing. Wonderful with the students, assisting at break times, ensuring all students received food / drinks. Clearly communicated instructions at pick up / drop off areas.

Coach drivers were excellent. Very helpful. Bear was brilliant! All teachers were very happy.

Your team made our Canberra experience exceptional by seamlessly handling all the intricate details and challenges from transportation arrangements to accommodation logistics, they took care of everything allowing us to focus solely on enriching our students learning journey.

So helpful in managing needs and quick response to any questions.

Our experience was very positive. The MET team acted quickly to our requests and accommodated changes without hesitation. All ran smoothly thanks to MET’s thorough organisation.

I would just like to say that your office is a delight to work with!

We could not speak more highly of your coach drivers! They really enhanced our experience in Canberra.

Driver was AMAZING!!! Nothing was too much trouble.

Fantastic. Great booking system and quick to respond to emails. Our driver was knowledgeable, personable and professional. Kids and adults loved having him as our driver. He was happy to help.

We experienced clear and timely communication at all times. The team was flexible and responsive, provided us with a well planned excursion.

The MET team are always available and knowledgeable. The drivers were nothing short of amazing. So helpful, communicative and responsive.

The MET team were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. They were accommodating, efficient and friendly the entire time. Thank you for all your help with this excursion.

Excellent email communication. The team responded clearly and patiently to my many emails. Our excursion was so well organised, activities were logically sequenced and well timed. Thank you!

Clear and fast communication. Quickly works to assist with any queries or challenges.

The MET team were very organised with our activities, meals and transitions between. Alyssa was helpful in the lead up and always answering questions. Excellent communication from both drivers to ensure we knew where to go next. They were punctual upon our arrival into Canberra.

Thank you so much to the entire team for the organisation and support of our Canberra tour. I also wanted to say a huge thank you to our bus driver. He was just a wealth of knowledge and so great with the kids. I really appreciated having him working with us.

Working with the MET team to organise our Year 6 Canberra camp was such a smooth and stress-free experience. As it was my first time coordinating a camp, I really appreciated the clear communication and the support throughout the planning process. Everything was well organsied, which helped me feel confident and at ease. I’m so grateful for their professionalism and guidance in making the camp a success.

Very grateful to the MET team for being accommodating of last-minute changes and requests from us. Top marks for both of the drivers. Friendly, patient and no request was too big or small.

Our experience with coach driver Jeff was nothing short of fantastic!

The MET team were excellent! Every single staff member that I spoke to in organising the experience were very professional and went to every extra length to ensure I felt comfortable with organising the experience.

Dennis our bus driver was outstanding! He has a great rapport with the students.

Were great to work with and easy to communicate with before and during camp.

Audrey was amazing. She was professional and helpful. Audrey has excellent communication skills and went out of her way to help us. Our driver was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the area and shared interesting facts and stories, making the tour more enriching. He was incredibly professional and friendly throughout the entire trip. Our students loved him. Thank you.

I’ve been on many tours, two of the best coach drivers ever!

The MET team were excellent and so helpful with communication and helping with any problems or queries. Both drivers were great, very accommodating and flexible with plans if we needed additional stops. Both were knowledgeable, safe and made the students and staff feel welcomed.

The MET team was professional, supportive and ensured the itinerary ran smoothly. Accommodation and activities were well coordinated. The driver was outstanding – professional, prompt, friendly and extremely helpful throughout the excursion. He contributed positively to the overall experience for both staff and students.

I would like to acknowledge Miriam, she was extremely supportive, very easy to deal with and responsive. It is a pleasure dealing with her.

The whole team is FABULOUS!! Always helpful, incredibly patient, thorough and SO easy to work with. We love the MET team!!

As usual – professional, efficient, understanding, organised and a pleasure to work with.

Jeff was fantastic from start to finish on the camp. Cannot speak highly enough of him – he was amazing and got us everywhere we needed to go with no fuss.

Our drivers were outstanding – organsied, flexible and informative. The two drivers contributed hugely to the success of this trip.

We were incredibly fortunate to have an outstanding coach driver accompany us on our Canberra tour. From the very beginning, he impressed us with his knowledge, flexibility and warm, friendly nature. His kind and compassionate approach truly made a difference as he went above and beyond to ensure our students felt supported, safe and engaged throughout the trip. Not only was he a skilled driver, but also a genuine part of our learning journey – sharing insights about Canberra with enthusiasm and always showing a sincere interest in helping our students deepen their understanding of our nation’s capital.

Great communication and responded to queries promptly.

Excellent communication, response times and willingness to accommodate requests.

Everything was well organised and professionally done. Communication was excellent. Both our drivers were outstanding. They learnt staff names, were easy to work with and professional at all times.

Grant was SO helpful and patient. He really made the trip so much easier and manageable. We loved him!!

The MET team were very enjoyable to work with and extremely helpful, particularly when it came to some last-minute changes/adjustments. I’d recommend their services to any educational provider looking to organise a trip.

The drivers were amazing! They were so helpful and accommodating and formed wonderful relationships with the students. We felt safe at all times. Thank you!

The drivers were fantastic, they were happy to help out whenever they were needed. Nothing was too much for them. They certainly made the excursion a pleasurable experience.

We have really enjoyed our switch over to MET since 2025. The team in the office are exceptional to deal with – managing requests, timely communications and simply being open-minded and flexible. Drivers are always great. Our driver Grant is understanding, kind, generous and flexible to what works for our group.

Thank you for supporting the planning of another outstanding Canberra experience. I had the privilege of attending both camps this year, and again, were well executed. Thank you for the amazing opportunity and meticulous planning. Grant and Michael were outstanding drivers.

Thank you for your organisation of a terrific school excursion – you got it all right.

Our drivers were absolutely amazing throughout the camp! They were incredibly helpful, engaging and brought a great sense of fun to the journey. Both drivers had such positive attitudes and we always felt safe and well cared for while on the road. Their contribution made a huge difference to the overall success of the camp.

Both drivers were amazing. Students loved having them on our trip. They interacted positively, respectfully and ensured we were always looked after.

Keri and others I dealt with were so patient, friendly and helpful!

Clear communication, well organised and easy to work with.

You were a great team to work with – thanks for all your effort in putting this tour together.

Thank you to the team at MacEd for always being so helpful and patient. It has been wonderful to have had you by my side from the beginning of our Canberra camp journey.

Very helpful & accommodating whenever I would call or have questions. Efficient communication.

Our drivers were knowledgeable, accommodating and engaged positively with students, sharing insights about Canberra’s history and landmarks. Their professionalism ensured the group felt safe and well supported throughout the journey.

The excursion was excellent. The drivers were knowledgeable and added to the experience for the children. The experiences were varied and hands on, allowing children to maintain their engagements throughout the excursion.

The MET team are so great to work with from the planning stage, during the tour and afterwards checking in on us.

Excellent communication and everything ran smoothly. The driver was very knowledgeable and kept all students safe.

Always a pleasure to liaise with Macquarie Educational Tours!

The MET team is exceptional to deal with, which is why we come back again and again and again. They are flexible, organised and always incredibly friendly.

Your MET team have been great. The up to date emails and information have kept us informed and Meagan has been easy to liaise with and answer any of our questions with a quick response.

A heartfelt thank you from both the staff and students for organising our Canberra Camp which was simply spectacular! The well-planned timing and sequence of events kept us engaged ad eagerly anticipating what was next. Our driver was amazing. His wealth of knowledge held the student’s attention and intertest. He also drove expertly.

Your thoroughness and professional approach, coupled with friendly correspondence has been most appreciated.

Everyone was easy to communicate with, and very accommodating. They take the stress out of planning a camp.

Every Mac Ed driver we have had has been excellent. They are safe, considerate and patient drivers.

Ken our bus driver was the MVP, very helpful when none of the teachers attending had been part of planning the actual tour, he knew where to go during each of the visits and was great in directing us and offering helpful suggestions and tips.

Your driver team were outstanding! They went above and beyond at all times.

Every aspect of the camp was exceptionally well organised which gave the school and parents peace of mind.

I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for both MET drivers on our trip. Their knowledge, engaging stories, and generosity added so much value to the experience. Not only did we feel safe throughout the journey, they went above and beyond to share fascinating information with the kids. This made our trip not just successful but truly enjoyable. Thank you again for an unforgettable experience!

Both drivers were excellent. They were always step ahead, made sure everything was always communicated and liaised with places and the main teacher. Can’t recommend our drivers enough.

Our driver was by far the BEST driver I have had in 20 years of taking excursions. His knowledge and commentary was first class. His flexibility and assistance ensured our trip was enjoyable. Also, his music choices were great.

Fantastic communication, planning and organisation. Very thorough. Drivers were great! Friendly, helpful and full of information about Canberra.

The communication is always transparent and accommodating. The response times are also prompt and timely.

Drivers were excellent! Really added to the Canberra experience.

Outstanding and professional. All activities were great. We would love to have our driver again. He was professional and supportive at all times.

From the organisers to the drivers, there was always help available, understanding and communication.

We had an amazing trip, and I am very appreciative for the meticulous detail in your planning. Your response to meet my needs has been incredible and all went smoothly and to plan. We are very thankful to our amazing bus drivers. They were a highlight on the trip and went above and beyond every day to ensure we had the best trip possible. Thank you all very much

The MET team were extremely helpful. They responded to all requests within a timely manner.

Outstanding from beginning to end. The best camp we have been on in 40 years of teaching.

Miriam was amazing. So helpful and efficient.

Thank you for all your help, we had an excellent trip.

Special thanks to our driver. I have been on countless school camps over 15 years and have never had a bus driver as experienced and helpful as this trip.

Once again, a fabulous job, so glad Alyssa was on the case, especially when there had to be last minute changes and adjustments.

The drivers were amazing! Really friendly and organised.

Both of our drivers were absolutely amazing!!!

The MET team were amazing. Helped me organise our excursion and choose suitable accommodation. Nothing was too hard and everything was organised well.

Everybody was professional and pleasant, quick to reply and offer assistance. Our driver was helpful, willing to go above and beyond for us.

Each of the drivers brought their own individual experiences to the tour. All were excellent and easy to get along with, good with the students and consultative. Couldn’t have asked for more.