Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots, Melbourne


























Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots, Melbourne
Duration: Flexible (up to 12 hours)
Flexible (up to 12 hours)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Melbourne, Australia's Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots for an enriching guided tour experience. Your day begins in Melbourne CBD and includes a delightful stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery to enjoy coffee or chocolate treats before heading towards scenic coastal views. The journey continues past the Memorial Arch, where you'll learn about its historical significance, followed by a relaxing visit to Lorne with stunning ocean vistas and opportunities for lunch by the sea.
Explore Melbourne, Australia's Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots for an enriching guided tour experience. Your day begins in Melbourne CBD and includes a delightful stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery to enjoy coffee or chocolate treats before heading towards scenic coastal views. The journey continues past the Memorial Arch, where you'll learn about its historical significance, followed by a relaxing visit to Lorne with stunning ocean vistas and opportunities for lunch by the sea.
Your excursion begins with a delightful visit to the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery for some sweet treats before heading towards the historic Memorial Arch.
Experience stunning coastal views and expansive cliffside vistas at Cumberland River lookout in Lorne, where you'll enjoy serene sea breezes along your journey.
At Apollo Bay, take a moment to savor an ocean-view lunch on your own (lunch not included), adding tranquility to the day's adventures.
Marvel at the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles and explore tales of shipwrecks from Loch Ard Gorge with insightful commentary provided by our driver-guide.
Conclude your tour at London Bridge, a stunning natural arch offering solitude away from crowds. Optional: Indulge in chocolatey delights at the Chocolaterie or relax for lunch on Apollo Bay's shores.
Entry to the full-day exploration along Australia's iconic Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots, including admission at Memorial Arch and Lorne
Access via round-trip transfers from Melbourne CBD to Barham River Road in Apollo Bay for a complete experience of the Southern Ocean coastline
Use of bilingual driver-guide throughout the tour on Full-day Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots, ensuring an informative journey through key attractions like Twelve Apostles and Cumberland River
Ticket includes wildlife sightings during your trip along Australia's spectacular coastlines such as the Southern Ocean and Barham River Road
Vehicle equipped with air conditioning for comfort on Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour
Individual Costs

Visitors viewing the Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road at sunset.
A Sweet Start
Your adventure kicks off in Melbourne CBD with an easy pickup and heads straight for the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Here, indulge in coffee or a delicious chocolate treat before embarking on your coastal journey.
Memorial Arch to Lorne's Charm
The tour proceeds to Memorial Arch where you’ll discover stories of those who crafted this iconic route through the cliffs. Your next stop is Lorne—a serene seaside town with an ocean that feels just a stone’s throw away.
Spectacular Views and Coastal Lunch
Pause at Cumberland River lookout for stunning views of rugged cliffs meeting the Southern Ocean, then enjoy some leisure time in Apollo Bay to select your own lunch spot or relax by the sea (lunch is not included).
Koalas & Iconic Coastlines
The journey briefly takes you inland via Barham River Road, known for its wild koala sightings among eucalyptus trees. Continue along the coast to witness the Twelve Apostles—towering limestone formations amidst swirling waters.
Loch Ard Gorge & London Bridge Finale
Explore Loch Ard Gorge with dramatic curves and tales of a 1878 shipwreck, then conclude your tour at London Bridge. This natural arch offers tranquil coastal views before you return to Melbourne.

Great Ocean Road coastline with winding road and ocean view, Melbourne day tour.

Visitors enjoying morning tea on the Great Ocean Road tour near Melbourne.

Visitors viewing the Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road at sunset.

Great Ocean Road coastline with winding road and ocean view, Melbourne day tour.

Visitors enjoying morning tea on the Great Ocean Road tour near Melbourne.

Woman observing a koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.
Packing essentials
- Ensure you have water, headphones, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a jacket.
A weather-ready kit is advisable since the weather can be unpredictable.
Prohibited items
Pets are not permitted on this tour.
Accessibility considerations
- This experience does not accommodate wheelchairs or prams/strollers.
Participants with cardiac issues should avoid joining the tour.
Tour specifics
- The driver needs your booking name, as they will have a list of lead passengers.
Lunch at Apollo Bay is included but paid for by participants themselves.

12 Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline, Australia.

People walking on a path towards Split Point Lighthouse surrounded by greenery.

Woman observing a koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.

12 Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline, Australia.

People walking on a path towards Split Point Lighthouse surrounded by greenery.
Book your tour in advance during peak season to secure a spot and avoid any last-minute disappointments.
Pack essentials like water, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, headphones, and an extra jacket for varying weather conditions on the road trip.
If you plan multiple activities around Melbourne, consider starting with this tour as it takes you to some of the most iconic spots along Great Ocean Road.
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