We currently offer a range of international tours and writing retreats which merge our unique, locally-inspired itineraries with the opportunity to work closely with an experienced writing mentor or learn from a literary expert. Whether you’re seeking to centre your creativity, find inspiration in stunning new environs, experience the joy of destination reading by means of a travelling book club or hone your writing practice, our immersive tours and retreats offer the perfect escape from the day-to-day. Be the first to learn of new tours by following us on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribing to our newsletter.
Better Read Than Dead is one of Sydney’s most iconic and beloved independent bookshops — and Lonely Planet’s favourite Sydney bookshop. Better Read Than Dead has been an active member of Sydney’s literary community for over two decades, renowned for its enthusiastic support of authors and its keen engagement with wide-ranging literary events.
Better Read Than Dead launched Better Read Tours in 2017, combining our wealth of bookish knowledge with the expertise of a trusted tour company to provide our clients with a programme of thoughtfully curated, fully escorted tours to the world’s most fascinating literary destinations.
