About The Tour

The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia’s most visited stretches of coastline, boasting an incredible amount of natural landmarks and magnificent sights. This tour will take you to some of the best stops en route, past breath-taking ocean views and lush rainforests. You’ll have the chance to stroll along pristine beaches as well as learn more about the natural history of the region.

Tour Details

Operates: Daily

Departs: 7:00am

Returns: Approx. 8:30-9:00pm

Adults: $105

Children: $85 (2 – 12 years)

Please note: we do not carry infants under 2 years old on this tour. For those travelling with infants, we recommend our 1 Day Great Ocean Road Large Coach Tour. For more information about this tour click here.

Optional Extras:

Helicopter Flight: Take a helicopter flight over the 12 Apostles – Cost: $145 per person (15 minutes)

Itinerary

In the morning, we’ll stop off at a popular surfing beach to enjoy a complimentary tea before we head off to Memorial Arch. Here, you can snap some photos at one of the route’s most iconic landmarks.

Then it is time for a beach stroll along one of the Great Ocean Road’s pristine beaches. Soak up the stunning sea views and feel the sand between your toes before we pass through the picturesque seaside towns of Lorne and Anglesea.

Next, we’ll make our way to the coastal town of Kennett River, where you can hang out with the local wildlife and spot some cute koalas along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for the colourful birds that live here, including Lorikeets, Parrots, and the famous kookaburra.

Lunch is in the beachside town of Apollo Bay, where you can tuck into local fare and refuel for an afternoon of incredible sightseeing.

Firstly, we’ll stop at Otway’s Rainforest and take a guided bush walk amongst ancient trees and stunning forest scenery, before we head on to the 12 Apostles, one of Australia’s most famous landmarks. These limestone stacks form an incredible backdrop to the sea views, so be sure to bring your camera along.

Afterwards, we’ll move on to Loch Ard Gorge, which is shrouded by impressive limestone cliffs. We’ll take a walk here and check out the local attractions, including the Archway, the Razorback, and Dumpling Pots. You’ll also get to learn about Australia’s most famous shipwreck while you’re here.

Finally, we’ll move on to London Bridge or Gibson Steps, where you can take one final walk on the Great Ocean Road before we head back to Melbourne.

Please note: during peak periods this tour may operate in reverse and meals may vary.

What's Included?

Morning tea
Café style lunch
All park entrance fees
Wildlife viewing
Melbourne CBD or St Kilda pick-up/drop-off
Friendly & informative tour guide

Pickup Locations

Location	Address	Time
Base Backpackers St Kilda	17 Carlisle Street, St Kilda	7:10am
Bayview on Eden	6 Queens Road, Melbourne	6:45am
Claremont Hotel	189 Toorak Road, South Yarra	6:50am
Crown Promenade	8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne	7:35am
Cosmopolitan Hotel	2-8 Carlisle St, St Kilda	7.10am
Exford Hotel	Cnr Russell & Little Bourke Street	7:25am
Habitat HQ	333 St Kilda Road, St Kilda	7:15am
Pan Pacific (was Hilton South Wharf)	2 Convention Centre Place, Melbourne	7:45am
Hotel Discovery	167 Franklin Street, Melbourne	7:05am
Ibis Hotel Therry Street	15-21 Therry Street, Melbourne	7:00am
Immigration Museum	Cnr Flinders & Market Street, Melbourne	7:45am
Melbourne City Backpackers (formally King Street Backpackers)	Cnr King & Little Bourke Streets, Melbourne	7:30am
Miami Hotel	13 Hawke Street, Melbourne	6:50am
Nomads Industry	196 A’Beckett Street, Melbourne	7:05am
Nomads St Kilda (Coffee Palace)	Cnr Grey & Jackson Street, St Kilda	7:05am
Rydges Carlton	701 Swanston Street, Carlton	6:50am
Space Hotel	Cnr Russell & McKenzie Street, Melbourne	6:55am
St Paul’s Cathedral	Cnr Flinders Street & Swanston Street	7:15am
The Nunnery	116 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy	6:55am
Travelodge Docklands	66 Aurora Lane, Docklands	6:45am
Travelodge Southbank	9 Riverside Quay, Southbank	7:40am
Urban Central	334 City Road, Southbank	7:30am
Windsor Hotel	111 Spring Street, Melbourne	7:20am
YHA Metro	78 Howard Street, North Melbourne	6:50am
Geelong-Bunnings Waurn Ponds	237 Colac Road, Waurn Ponds	8.45am

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