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Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tour
This tour will take you to some of the best stops on the Great Ocean Road and past breathtaking ocean views.
What to expect
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 and past breathtaking ocean views. You’ll have the chance to stroll along pristine beaches as well as learn more about the natural history of the region. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive on the Shipwreck Coast where you can admire the iconic 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and more from spectacular coastal lookout points.
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What's included
- Morning tea
- All park entrance fees
- Wildlife viewing
- Air-conditioned transport
- Melbourne CBD or St Kilda pick-up/drop-off
- Friendly & informative tour guide
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Note
- Child fares are available for children aged 3 – 15 years. This tour is not suited for children under the age of 3 years.
- Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Strollers also can't be taken on the tour.
- During peak periods this tour may operate in reverse.
- Keep in mind that this popular area is big and therefore the tour involves quite a lot of driving. This is just because we really want to show you the best bits of the beautiful Great Ocean Road! We have packed the day with lots of amazing stops, which means it’s going to be a long, but awesome day.
Exclusions
- Meals
Itinerary
Enjoy a full day exploring the highlights of the Great Ocean Road!
The day begins bright and early as we depart from the city centre and head west. We will stop for some morning tea, giving you the opportunity to stretch your legs, enjoy the scenery, and have a snack. After our brief driving break, we will continue our journey to the Great Ocean Road.
Our first major stop of the day is at the historic Memorial Arch. Here, you will have time to snap some photos and learn about the fascinating history of the Great Ocean Road. We will then continue our journey, taking in the gorgeous coastal scenery along the way.
We will stop for lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay, where you can visit one of the charming restaurants or cafes and spend some time on the beach. Afterwards, we will embark on a guided walk through the rainforest, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of trickling water and talkative birds. The short hike will lead us to a lookout over the gorgeous cascades in Melba Gully.
The afternoon is when we visit the most iconic sites along the Great Ocean Road. We will visit the world-famous 12 Apostles, where you can admire the towering limestone stacks jutting out of the sea. You can even choose a helicopter upgrade to view the iconic landmark from above! We will then continue on to Loch Ard Gorge, taking in even more of the incredible ocean views. You will learn about the historic shipwreck that occurred here, along with other fascinating insights from your friendly guide.
After a jam-packed adventure, we will journey along the inland road, making our way back to Melbourne!
The day begins bright and early as we depart from the city centre and head west. We will stop for some morning tea, giving you the opportunity to stretch your legs, enjoy the scenery, and have a snack. After our brief driving break, we will continue our journey to the Great Ocean Road.
Our first major stop of the day is at the historic Memorial Arch. Here, you will have time to snap some photos and learn about the fascinating history of the Great Ocean Road. We will then continue our journey, taking in the gorgeous coastal scenery along the way.
We will stop for lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay, where you can visit one of the charming restaurants or cafes and spend some time on the beach. Afterwards, we will embark on a guided walk through the rainforest, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of trickling water and talkative birds. The short hike will lead us to a lookout over the gorgeous cascades in Melba Gully.
The afternoon is when we visit the most iconic sites along the Great Ocean Road. We will visit the world-famous 12 Apostles, where you can admire the towering limestone stacks jutting out of the sea. You can even choose a helicopter upgrade to view the iconic landmark from above! We will then continue on to Loch Ard Gorge, taking in even more of the incredible ocean views. You will learn about the historic shipwreck that occurred here, along with other fascinating insights from your friendly guide.
After a jam-packed adventure, we will journey along the inland road, making our way back to Melbourne!
Time
- Tour departs daily (except on Christmas Day) from 6:45am from selected Melbourne CBD Hotels and returns at approximately 8:00pm.
- Nomads St Kilda (Base) - 06:45 AM
- Immigration Museum - 07:00 AM
- Grand Hyatt Melbourne (Russell Street entrance) - 07:05 AM
- Melbourne Marriot Hotel - 07:10 AM
- Space Hotel - 07:15 AM
- Radisson on Flagstaff - 07:20 AM
- Anytime Fitness - 07:25 AM
- The Savoy Hotel - 07:30 AM
- Hotel Indigo Melbourne - 07:35 AM
Hotel Pickup
Hotel Pick-Up is included from selected Melbourne CBD Hotels
- Prior to completing your purchase, enter your preferred pick-up location in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time.
- Nomads St Kilda (Base) - 06:45 AM
- Immigration Museum - 07:00 AM
- Grand Hyatt Melbourne (Russell Street entrance) - 07:05 AM
- Melbourne Marriot Hotel - 07:10 AM
- Space Hotel - 07:15 AM
- Radisson on Flagstaff - 07:20 AM
- Anytime Fitness - 07:25 AM
- The Savoy Hotel - 07:30 AM
- Hotel Indigo Melbourne - 07:35 AM
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Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tour Day Tour from Melbourne
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