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

Melbourne
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Duration

Duration: 12 hours

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included
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Take this tour guided tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne with stops at iconic spots like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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