Though you can drive along the Great Ocean Road, a tour allows you to sit back, relax, and take in the views.
If you are visiting Melbourne, there’s a good chance you plan to join a Great Ocean Road tour. The Great Ocean Road is a fun attraction for everybody of all ages. From stunning coastal scenery to mesmerising rock formations, the Great Ocean Road should be on your bucket list.
There are heaps of tours to choose from, so how do you decide which is right for you? We’ve summarized some of our most popular Great Ocean Road tours to help you decide!
Great Ocean Road tour for value
Our most popular and best value tour is the Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour. This tour is for you if you are looking for a value tour that still includes all the highlights of this amazing landmark.
The day begins with a coastal drive to Memorial Arch for a photo opportunity. Then we’ll embark on a bushwalk to try and spot koalas and other critters. We’ll enjoy lunch at Apollo Bay before continuing to the 12 Apostles. The final stop of the tour is Loch Ard Gorge. This is a great location for dolphin spotting.
After a day of spectacular scenery and unforgettable memories, we’ll head back to Melbourne where the tour comes to an end.
The tour includes: morning tea, park entry fees, wildlife viewing, round-trip transport from Melbourne, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a local guide.
Great Ocean Road tour for smaller crowds
Our second most popular tour is the Great Ocean Road in Reverse Tour. This tour is perfect if you prefer to experience smaller crowds as you travel. Since the tour runs in reverse, you’ll begin where most tours end.
The day begins with a drive to Shipwreck Coast. You’ll have time to take lots of photos before heading to the 12 Apostles. You will be able to enjoy the scenery and learn about how the rock formation formed. Then we’ll go to Loch Ard Gorge for some more ocean views.
The afternoon continues with a guided walk through Great Otway National Park. Here, you can try to spot koalas and other native Australian animals. The final stop is Memorial Arch, where you’ll learn about the history of the Great Ocean Road.
The tour includes: national park fees, a picnic lunch, air-conditioned transport, return transport from Melbourne, and a professional guide.
Great Ocean Road tour for sleeping in
Another fantastic option is the Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour. This tour is for you if you are not a morning person. While our other Great Ocean Road tours depart around 7 am, this tour doesn’t depart until 9 am or 10 pm (depending on the season).
Departing from Melbourne, the day begins with a drive to Anglesea for a stroll along the river. Then we will continue to Kennet River. Here, you can spot koalas and feed birds. Next, we will visit Shipwreck Coast before stopping at Port Campbell National Park.
In the evening, we will visit Loch Ard Gorge to try to spot dolphins. As the sun begins to set, we’ll head to the 12 Apostles. Just when you thought the scenery couldn’t get more stunning, you’ll be able to view the 12 Apostles as they are lit up by the backdrop of the sunset.
The tour includes: park entry fees, a friendly tour guide, wildlife spotting, an air-conditioned bus, and a free translation app.
Great Ocean Road tour for a small group size
Last but not least is the Great Ocean Road Boutique Tour. This tour is for you if you prefer to travel in a small group. The maximum group size for this tour is 12 travellers.
The day begins with a drive to Shipwreck Coast. You’ll learn about the history of the shipwreck before continuing along Loch Ard Gorge. Here, you can try to spot dolphins and look at the London Bridge rock formation. The next stop is the 12 Apostles, the most iconic landmark on this tour.
You’ll get to enjoy lunch at Port Campbell before continuing through the Otway Ranges. We’ll stop at Kennett River to spot wildlife including koalas and colourful birds. The final stop of the tour is in the coastal town of Lorne. This will be your last chance to admire the ocean views before heading back to Melbourne.
This tour includes: national park fees, return transportation from Melbourne, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a friendly tour guide.
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