Tourists viewing the 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road guided tour.
Tourists enjoying the view of the 12 Apostles on a Great Ocean Road guided tour.
Tourists taking a selfie at the Great Ocean Road memorial arch.
Tourist with parrot on shoulder at Kennet River, Great Ocean Road Guided Tour.
Couple walking through lush ferns on Maits Rest forest trail, Great Ocean Road tour.
Tourists photographing a koala in a tree at Kennet River on the Great Ocean Road tour.
Tourists walking on Gibson Steps beach with rock formations, Great Ocean Road tour.

From Melbourne: Full-Day Great Ocean Road Guided Tour

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Duration: Flexible (up to 12 hours)

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Experience Melbourne's renowned Full-Day Great Ocean Road Guided Tour and explore Australia’s ultimate road trip destination. Your journey begins at 8am in an AC vehicle, heading towards Torquay for a complimentary tea by the beach and photo opportunities with the Island Archway. The tour includes a guided forest walk through Maits Rest in Great Otway National Park where you can spot native wildlife like koalas and colorful parrots before enjoying lunch in Apollo Bay at your own expense.

Enjoy a peaceful morning by sipping complimentary morning tea and taking in the stunning views of Victoria Bay on this small-group tour along the Great Ocean Road.

Take a dive along the tranquil coast with the guidance of an experienced guide.

Explore Victoria's most iconic coastal spots - Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard shipwreck, and the striking Loch Ard Gorge.

Be captivated as you spot koalas in the lush eucalyptus forests of Kennett River

Did you know? The Great Ocean Road was constructed between 1919 and 1932 by returning soldiers. It stands as a tribute to World War I veterans, blending natural beauty with historical significance.

Full-day Great Ocean Road tour

Experienced tour guide

AC bus transfers

Morning tea

All entry fees and taxes

Access to free translation app

Free onboard Wi-Fi

Food & beverages other than those stated

Tourists viewing the 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road guided tour.

Tourists viewing the 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road guided tour.

Enjoy the ultimate road trip location in Australia

Hop onto your AC vehicle in Melbourne at 8am and head towards Torquay where you can sip on complimentary tea by the beach before stopping at the Island Archway to take photos in front of the arch made in honor of the soldiers who built this road. Next, head to the Great Otway National Park where you can spot native koalas & colorful parrots while taking a guided forest walk at Maits Rest.

Be prepared for an exciting afternoon plan

Head to Apollo Bay for lunch (at your own expense) where you can indulge in fresh seafood. After lunch, you will head to Port Campbell National Park to witness the majestic monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. Then, move on to Loch Ard Gorge where you listen to your guide recount the shipwreck tragedy. Take a moment to walk down the Gibson Steps to enjoy an uninterrupted view of the Southern Ocean from the beach before stopping for dinner at Colac. Enjoy the mesmerizing view of the city lights before heading back to Melbourne.

Tourists enjoying the view of the 12 Apostles on a Great Ocean Road guided tour.

Tourists enjoying the view of the 12 Apostles on a Great Ocean Road guided tour.

Tourists taking a selfie at the Great Ocean Road memorial arch.

Tourists taking a selfie at the Great Ocean Road memorial arch.

Tourist with parrot on shoulder at Kennet River, Great Ocean Road Guided Tour.

Tourist with parrot on shoulder at Kennet River, Great Ocean Road Guided Tour.

What to bring

  • Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank for the experience.
  • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

What's not allowed

  • Large bags, luggage, and pram/ strollers are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

  • The experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

  • Facilities: Free Wi-Fi.
  • This tour can accommodate a maximum of 24 people in 1 group.
  • The tour is conducted in English. However, you can access pre-recorded written & verbal tour information in 16 different languages by downloading the free Go West Tours App from the App Store or Google Play. Download the app before departure or use the complimentary onboard Wi-Fi. Please ensure you bring your own headphones.
  • Guests will be picked up from selected Melbourne hotels between 7am to 8am and dropped off between 8:30pm to 9:30pm at the same locations.
Couple walking through lush ferns on Maits Rest forest trail, Great Ocean Road tour.

Couple walking through lush ferns on Maits Rest forest trail, Great Ocean Road tour.

Tourists photographing a koala in a tree at Kennet River on the Great Ocean Road tour.

Tourists photographing a koala in a tree at Kennet River on the Great Ocean Road tour.

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FAQs

Lunch at Apollo Bay is not covered by the ticket; you'll need to pay for it yourself, but morning tea is complimentary.
Your ticket includes an experienced guide, AC bus transfers, morning tea, all entry fees and taxes, and access to a free translation app.
Yes, the road was constructed between 1919-1932 by returning soldiers from World War I as a tribute to them.
After departing from Melbourne, your first stop will be Torquay for complimentary morning tea by the beach.
The tour begins at 8am from a designated meeting point in Melbourne.
Large bags, luggage, and pram/strollers are not allowed during this tour.
You should bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank to stay comfortable throughout your adventure.
An air-conditioned (AC) vehicle will provide transportation throughout the day.
The tour is neither wheelchair nor pram/stroller accessible.
You’ll explore iconic spots like Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, as well as take a guided forest walk at Maits Rest to spot koalas and parrots.
The tour includes visits to Victoria's most famous coastal locations like Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard shipwreck, and Loch Ard Gorge.
Constructed between 1919 and 1932 by returning soldiers as a tribute to World War I veterans, it blends natural beauty with rich history.
The tour begins at 8am from your designated pickup point in Melbourne.
During your visit, keep an eye out for native koalas and colorful parrots in the eucalyptus forests of Kennett River.
The tour includes a stop at Apollo Bay for lunch; however, meals are not covered by your ticket price.
It's recommended that you bring sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank for the tour.
Yes, your ticket includes all necessary entry fees and taxes for the sites you'll visit during the tour.
An AC bus will be provided to transport you throughout your day trip along the Great Ocean Road.
You'll enjoy complimentary morning tea by Victoria Bay after stopping near Torquay on the Great Ocean Road.
This experience is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

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