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Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour: Uncover Australia's Iconic Coastal Attractions
4.6
378 Ratings
Melbourne
Embark on a full-day tour along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, exploring iconic coastal attractions such as the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Discover stunning landscapes, enjoy nature walks, and indulge in the charm of coastal towns. Book now!
Embark on a full-day tour along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, exploring iconic coastal attractions such as the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Discover stunning landscapes, enjoy nature walks, and indulge in the charm of coastal towns. Book now!
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Anglesea - Enjoy a refreshing stroll along the beach and indulge in classic Australian treats during a delightful morning tea break.
- Pole House - View Australia’s most photographed holiday home, an architectural wonder perched above the Great Ocean Road.
- Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway - Snap a memorable photo at the iconic entrance…
- Anglesea - Enjoy a refreshing stroll along the beach and indulge in classic Australian treats during a delightful morning tea break.
- Pole House - View Australia’s most photographed holiday home, an architectural wonder perched above the Great Ocean Road.
- Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway - Snap a memorable photo at the iconic entrance that marks the official beginning of the Great Ocean Road.
- Cape Patton Lookout Point - Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the rugged coastline and sparkling ocean from this stunning viewpoint.
- Apollo Bay - Relish a lunch break in this charming bohemian coastal town, renowned for its laid-back vibe and local seafood.
- Melba Gully National Park - Stroll through lush rainforest trails to experience the serene beauty of the scenic Cascades.
- Twelve Apostles - Be amazed by the towering limestone stacks rising dramatically from the Southern Ocean, the highlight of the tour.
- The Razorback - Observe the unique jagged limestone formation shaped by powerful ocean winds and waves over millions of years.
- Loch Ard Gorge - Discover stunning rock formations, towering cliffs, and the famous beach where a dramatic shipwreck story unfolded.
- Colac - Take a brief rest stop to use the facilities and enjoy a quick refreshment before continuing your journey.
What's Included
- Live commentary
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Comfortable Mid Size Coach
- Tea and coffee
- Informative & Fun Aussie Guides
- National Park Entry Fees
- Live commentary
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Comfortable Mid Size Coach
- Tea and coffee
- Informative & Fun Aussie Guides
- National Park Entry Fees
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable one-day journey along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, where breathtaking ocean vistas, lush rainforests, and intriguing history await.
Begin with a picturesque drive to the eastern end of the road, pausing for morning tea and a photo at the iconic Memorial Arch. Keep an eye out for wild koalas along the route. Relish a delicious…
Embark on an unforgettable one-day journey along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, where breathtaking ocean vistas, lush rainforests, and intriguing history await.
Begin with a picturesque drive to the eastern end of the road, pausing for morning tea and a photo at the iconic Memorial Arch. Keep an eye out for wild koalas along the route. Relish a delicious lunch in Apollo Bay, followed by a guided walk through Melba Gully’s rainforest to the serene Cascades waterfall.
In the afternoon, be amazed by the 12 Apostles, delve into the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge and its shipwreck history, and visit The Archway, Razorback, and Dumpling Pots for stunning views. Conclude with a scenic drive back to Melbourne, filled with unforgettable experiences.
~ Scenic drive along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, with stops at Memorial Arch and opportunities to spot koalas.
~ Lunch in Apollo Bay and a guided walk through Melba Gully’s rainforest to the Cascades waterfall.
~ Discover the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, The Archway, Razorback, and Dumpling Pots.
- Unfortunately we cannot take infants under the age of 3 years old
Location
Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)
Flinders Street
Please wait on the corner of Flinders St and Market St at 7.00am
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(378 Ratings)
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418michelleb418
Mar 5, 2025
Great day out for all! - We had such a great day! The scenery was amazing the entire trip, and we had appearances by koalas, kangaroos and even a seal at Loch Ard Gorge! Burt was our driver/guide and his knowledge of all things is beyond, and even our teenagers found it all super interesting. Thanks Burt!
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Bronwyn
Feb 25, 2025
Great value - Jono was our guide he was funny helpful and informative.
We did a lot of driving but saw so much, there were plenty of stops for food and toilet breaks!
Great value for money
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Leanne_t
Feb 9, 2025
A definite Must Do whilst visiting Melbourne - We had John as our guide, John was extremely engaging and entertaining and most importantly very knowledgeable when it came to indicating certain attractions myself and some of my bus companions were particularly interested in. The whole tour was a vibe, lovely bus size, great way to meet new people as well from different countries. I would so do this again. Great value for money!
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Odyssey38460796334
Feb 9, 2025
Super! - It was a super fun tour in a nice bus (with air conditioning). Bert, our guide is a friendly man who knows a lot and could also tell a lot. He also showed us all the beautiful places and helped with taking nice pictures. He gave good tips for lunch (on the beach) where we had a delicious lunch. We were able to spot a koala and see a lot of beautiful nature. All in all it was a great day thanks to Bert!
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Shawna
Feb 5, 2025
Highly recommend - Visited the great ocean road tour with Burt as our tour guide.
My family and I had the loveliest time with Burt giving us a detailed explanation about the sites we visited including the flora and fauna in the area.
Would highly recommend this to anyone who’s looking to visit.
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Grandtour28426961237
Feb 4, 2025
Great tour - Coincidence we got the same tour guide lorainne. She is very reliable guide. She will discuss each stop . Where to pick us up and she attended to concern of each guest.
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7mikic
Feb 2, 2025
Best tour guide Luke! - 5/5 Stars!
I just had the most epic tour with Luke Bennett as our guide and driver! This guy's energy is INFECTIOUS! He ensured our safety and entertainment throughout the trip, cracking us up with his non-stop jokes!
Luke's knowledge of the tour was impeccable, and he explained everything in detail. We were even ahead of schedule! However, Mother Nature had other plans, causing some traffic delays. But Luke's professionalism shone through!
The helicopter ride was breathtaking over the Great Ocean - a MUST-DO experience!
Huge thanks to Luke Bennett for his fantastic service! This multitasking master kept us safe, entertained, and informed throughout. You're the best, Luke!
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Stefka_l
Feb 1, 2025
Great value - It was heaps fun. The bus was comfortable and clean. Plenty of toilet stops so the long ride was not too bad. We stopped a few times on the side of the road for a better photo opportunity and in hindsight I would have skipped those in favour for a more time at a proper stop like the rainforest or Appolo bay. I would have in enjoyed a longer tour there. I feel like we missed out on those two locations.
Colac was absolutely not necessary in terms of where we stopped. Yes there was a public rest room right there however, I wasted my 20 minutes walking around trying to find food. The two functional restaurants did not cater to the bus time requirements, and that's totally understandable. We could have either skipped that location all together or stopped at the actual lake or stopped much earlier at the start of the town where there were multiple stations and fast food restaurants.
Getting stuck in traffic resulting in a 2 hour delay was not something anyone could prepare for. This stuff happens.
Eliot did a great job telling us about the various locations and giving us many historical details a local lore. He was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable.
Considering the distance we covered in one day, the entry fees, and all the careful navigation that is required driving down the coast, this excursion was great value for money.
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Alison
Jan 28, 2025
Recommended! Great day - Brilliant way to see the ocean road.
Well organized. Great tour guide. Elliot was very knowledgeable about the area and the history.
We had considered driving this ourselves, but are so glad we let someone else do all the hard work for us, and left us to enjoy the scenery /no need to plan and navigate/ ( and maybe even take a nap).
This is a bit of a whistle stop tour- you get a limited amount of time at each location, so can feel a bit rushed- but there is no other way of getting so much driving (300k?) and so many sights squeezed in. This trip includes a brief, easy-level rain forest walk (20 mins) as well.
Elliot also managed a brief planned roadside stop for us to spot the wildlife when he saw some koalas.
If you want more time at some of these amazing locations, and the option to get down onto any of the beaches, then you need a 2 -3 day trip. If you are happy with the highlights ( and there are loads), then this ticks the boxes.
Small negatives- commentary and information from the driver is only in English.
Great for us, but if it not your first/ second language then you won’t get as much out of this, and might have more issues understanding timing/instructions. There is no official timing/plan due to the variability of traffic/ parking/ queues/people etc- so can be easy to misunderstand or mis-hear departure times. Maybe use the phone display or clipboard to write times down to show passengers at each stop?
Tip- best seats on the left of the bus for better views.
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Amalcolm
Mar 2, 2025
long day trip but... - long day trip but enjoyable, lovely guide made the day a fun day.
fantastic scenery, a definite must do trip, worth the money.
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