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Great Ocean Road Tour

The Great Ocean Road Tour is a guided scenic drive along Australia’s coastline. It offers breathtaking ocean views and ancient rainforests. The tour includes visiting the famous rock formations called the 12 Apostles. You can also explore the beautiful Loch Ard Gorge and enjoy the views from various Port Campbell National Park lookouts. Additionally, you can visit seaside towns like Apollo Bay and discover other stunning beaches and walking trails.

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DEPARTS07:35
RETURNS20:30
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Highlights

  • Historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
  • The Surf Coast features beautiful beaches, charming seaside towns, and breathtaking coastal views.
  • Koalas can be spotted in the trees along the Great Ocean Road.
  • Have lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay.
  • There is a guided rainforest walk available through the Great Otway National Park.
  • Loch Ard Gorge and the Shipwreck Coast are in Port Campbell National Park.
  • The Twelve Apostles Port Campbell National Park is internationally renowned.
  • The Port Campbell National Park features Razorback, Island Archway, and Salt & Pepper Shakers formations. 
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Description of the Route

The Great Ocean Road tours is a well-known road trip in Victoria. It offers scenic views of pristine beaches, rainforests, and limestone rock formations.

Experience the breathtaking 12 Apostles and iconic rock formations near Port Campbell National Park in Victoria. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural landscape and let our guides provide you with fascinating stories and historical insights that have shaped this remarkable coastline. 

After leaving Melbourne, we travel to the Surf Coast, passing through seaside towns like Anglesea, Lorne, and Airey’s Inlet. Along the way, we take a break for morning tea and enjoy the fresh sea air while watching surfers. With its proximity to Antarctica, this area offers excellent surfing conditions and highlights the importance of wearing wet suits.
Stop at the Great Ocean Road monument, which denotes the original point of origin for the Great Ocean Road. Following a brief photo opportunity at the iconic Memorial Arch and a historical overview of the soldiers responsible for constructing this road in honour of their deceased comrades, we will proceed through additional breathtaking vistas (naturally, pausing for photographs along the way).
During the journey, there will be stops along the Great Ocean Road in search of Koalas in their natural habitat. Since they are wild animals, there is no guarantee of their whereabouts, but our experienced guides are familiar with the best locations in the bush for spotting them while they sleep.
During the lunch break, guests can enjoy some free time in Apollo Bay (approximately 45 minutes) to explore, buy souvenirs, or try delicious ice cream. Afterwards, the tour resumes with a bus ride to the Great Otway National Park inland.

Continuing from the Great Ocean Road, we enter the Great Otway National Park. The hills here are lush and green. Driving by tall Eucalyptus trees, we reach a patch of Cool, Temperate Rainforest. Walking through the tree ferns, you’ll be amazed at the scenery. The ‘ancient relics’ Myrtle Beach trees provide perfect canopy shade and date back to when Australia was part of Gondwanaland. Please take a deep breath of fresh air before we drive to the dramatic Shipwreck Coast for a relaxing experience. 

Once out of the trees and back by the Southern Ocean, you will arrive at Port Campbell National Park, home to the iconic 12 Apostles. You will have approximately 40 minutes to spend at the Apostles, giving you free time to admire the views from various angles, walk along the boardwalks, and capture the perfect pictures of this wild and rugged coastline.
Additionally, within the National Park, visitors can explore Loch Ard Gorge, famous for being the location of one of Australia’s most renowned shipwrecks. Visitors can also learn about the captivating story of Tom and Eva and explore the beach in search of caves. This area also has various rock formations, including Island Archway, Razorback, and the ‘Salt and Pepper Shakers’.
After a day of exploring, we left the Great Ocean Road and headed back to Melbourne through country roads. We pass through farmlands on our way to the town of Colac. If you like, you can grab dinner here (at your own expense), as we will arrive back in Melbourne at around 8:30 pm.

Details​

Pricing Options​

Great Ocean Road and Rainforest 1 Day Tour: $150 Adult (13+), $120 Child (0 to 12) 

What do you need to bring?

  • Water bottle
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Warm and cool clothing
  • Rain jacket
  • Camera
  • A sense of adventure 

What's Included?

  • The entry fees for all National Parks.
  • Australian wildlife viewing
  • The driver/guide is both professional and friendly.
  • Local informative tour commentary
  • Choose pickup and drop-off spots within the city. 

Our central meeting point for this tour will be the Immigration Museum (east-side), 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne 7:35 am.

  • 6:55 – Pegasus Apartments Hotel – 206 A’Beckett St, Melbourne
  • 7:00 – Melbourne Marriott Hotel – Cnr Exhibition St Lonsdale St, Melbourne
  • 7:05 – Space Hotel – 380 Russell St, Melbourne
  • 7:10 – Grand Hyatt Melbourne – Russell St entrance, Melbourne
  • 7:20 – Adina Apartment Hotel – 189 Queen St, Melbourne
  • 7:25 -The Savoy Hotel – 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne
  • 7:35 – Immigration Museum (east-side), 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne
  • 7:40 – Crown Towers – 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank

*You should arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before departure time. Please be patient and do not panic if your bus is running a few minutes late. If your bus has not picked you up within 10 minutes of your departure time, then contact our office on 03 9393 1300 

FAQs

A full day is typically required for the Great Ocean Road day tour, often starting early in the morning and concluding by evening.

The day trip can be booked at any time of the year. Each season has its unique charm, but spring and autumn are often favored due to their milder weather conditions.

While you can self-drive on the Great Ocean Road, a guided tour can offer a more enriching and hassle-free experience.

The likelihood of seeing wild koalas, especially in koala-frequented areas like Kennett River, is relatively high.

Absolutely! The helicopter ride provides a unique bird’s-eye view of these iconic formations, making it a memorable highlight of your day trip.

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