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Exploring the world of racing and travel

About Us

A racehorse is the only animal that can take several thousand people for a ride at the same time.

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We are a team
of racing & travel experts

Founded in 2012, Australian Racing Tours provides Racing enthusiasts access to world-class thoroughbred racing at leading venues across Australia and Internationally.  ​

We strive and aim to deliver a high-quality experience for our guests by the selection of hotels, restaurants and race day hospitality.

All our tour packages include quality centrally located accommodation, welcome functions and events, premium race day hospitality, VIP access to stables & trainers, transfers throughout plus the services of experienced hosts while enjoying it all in the company of like-minded racing lovers.

With our own inhouse travel agent, we are able to offer clients the complete travel experience including airfares, insurance, transfers and all other travel requirements to make your trip an experience to remember.

Monique Ellis

General Manager

Monique, an ardent enthusiast and owner of racehorses spread across VIC, NSW, NT, and QLD, joined ART in 2019.

As one of our key tour hosts and General Manager, she finds joy in sharing her passion for the sport and building fresh connections within the industry and ensuring exceptional client experiences.

John McGauran

Director

In 2012, John established ART with the aim of blending his fervor for horse racing and travel, initiating with a tour to Royal Ascot to witness Black Caviar’s feats.

With extensive travels spanning more than 40 countries, he relishes the opportunity to connect with fellow racing enthusiasts while sharing his wealth of travel experiences and networks.

Donna Shipsey

Digital Marketing Manager

Donna, raised in New Zealand within a family deeply passionate about horse racing, brings a wealth of experience in marketing, operations, and creative endeavors.

Thrilled to join the ART team, she looks forward to blending her expertise with her lifelong love for the industry.

Belinda Osborne

Operations Assistant

Belinda, a proud Top End girl from Darwin, Northern Territory, brings over 25 years of passion for both horse racing and travel.

Working diligently behind the scenes, she ensures that every aspect of our tours is meticulously organized. She also looks forward to welcoming you as a host on some of our tours.

Amelia Roth

Inhouse Travel Agent

Amelia has over 7 years’ experience in the Travel Industry specialising in Sports, Events and Group Travel – my passion is travelling to watch sport and experiencing what this amazing world has to offer.

Amelia has travelled to about 40 countries and is that person that researches the restaurants in every city before she leaves.

Loyalty

We have many regular clients returning each year and offer a 5% return loyalty discount on all tours.

Expanding

 With 20 tours and destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, America & Europe and expanding each year, We have something to suit everyone and all budgets. 

Reputation

We earn repeat business from our clients and want you to recommend us to your friends and family. 

Passion

We are passionate Horse Racing enthusiasts and have travelled to all corners of the globe to attend the world’s great racing carnivals and we will help you experience all they have to offer.  

Experience

Our staff have more than ten years experience in global sports travel and we draw upon our first-hand experiences when customising tours for you.

Quality

Our hotels, restaurants and race day hospitality are selected to ensure that you get an enhanced experience you simply could not have had on your own.