Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour with Lunch, Melbourne
Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour with Lunch, Melbourne
Duration: Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Picnic lunch
Picnic lunch
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Explore Melbourne with this Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour, where you start your adventure by driving to Shipwreck Coast and seeing the majestic 12 Apostles first without the usual crowds. From there, enjoy a complimentary morning tea while learning about local history from your guide as you visit Loch Ard Gorge and Razorback at Mutton Bird Island. Your tour continues toward Great Otway National Park for ancient rainforest exploration and a picnic lunch by a memorial site.
Explore Melbourne with this Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour, where you start your adventure by driving to Shipwreck Coast and seeing the majestic 12 Apostles first without the usual crowds. From there, enjoy a complimentary morning tea while learning about local history from your guide as you visit Loch Ard Gorge and Razorback at Mutton Bird Island. Your tour continues toward Great Otway National Park for ancient rainforest exploration and a picnic lunch by a memorial site.
On this full-day guided tour along Australia's Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour with Lunch, witness the iconic 20-million-year-old 12 Apostles from a less crowded perspective.
Amidst ancient rainforests in the Great Otway National Park, take time for a picnic lunch during your exploration of this national treasure.
During an expert-led forest walk through the Great Otway National Park, observe kangaroos and marvel at mountain ash trees, known as the world's longest flowering species.
Enjoy round-trip transfers from Melbourne to Mutton Bird Island where you can view Razorback rising dramatically from the ocean.
Contrary to its name, today there are only eight limestone rock formations of the 12 Apostles; not twelve.
Entry to the Great Ocean Road for a full-day tour
Return transfers from Melbourne included
Live commentary provided by an expert driver guide
Picnic lunch during the tour
Morning tea and snacks served on board
Access fees covered for National Parks visited
Use of audio & text translation app in 10 languages
Individual Costs
Tourists jumping on the beach at Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, with rock formations in the background.
Drive to Shipwreck Coast for an Early Look at 12 Apostles
- Begins in Melbourne with a scenic drive along the iconic Great Ocean Road, leading you directly to the Shipwreck Coast.
- Experience the majestic sight of the 12 Apostles towering over the Southern Ocean without the usual crowd interference. Your guide provides commentary on regional history while offering complimentary morning tea.
Your adventure continues with a visit to Loch Ard Gorge and an impressive view from Mutton Bird Island's Razorback rock formation, where stories about local legends enhance your experience.
Ancient Rainforest Exploration & Picnic Lunch
- Travel towards Great Otway National Park for an expert-guided walk through the ancient rainforest of Melba Gully. Keep a lookout for koalas in eucalyptus trees and kangaroos watching from behind foliage.
- Your journey then leads you to the poignant Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, honoring World War I soldiers with its solemn beauty.
As your day draws to an end, savor a delightful picnic-style lunch. Reflect on the natural splendor, long history, and unique wildlife encountered during this full-day tour along Australia's renowned coastline.
Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.
Couple walking on a wooden path through a lush green forest.
Tourists jumping on the beach at Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, with rock formations in the background.
Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.
Couple walking on a wooden path through a lush green forest.
Kangaroos in lush greenery along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
What to bring
- Pack water, headphones, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a backpack weighing between 5 to 7 kg. Don't forget your jacket.
- The weather can be unpredictable, so include items for any condition in your kit.
Have local currency or another payment method on hand for meals, souvenirs, and other extras not included with the ticket.
What’s not allowed
No alcohol is permitted during this experience.
Accessibility
This tour may not be suitable for visitors with mobility issues, as safety takes priority.
Additional information
- The commentary and text translation app supports Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish languages.
- All guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
- Children aged between 0 to 4 can travel on laps if securely fastened with a seatbelt.
- Please inform the operator of any dietary needs or allergies before departure, as this tour includes a light lunch.
- Lunch will be served in picnic style at either Loch Ard Gorge or near the 12 Apostles.
The journey begins at 7.35 am from select pick-up points within Melbourne's inner city. If your hotel isn't nearby, head to Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria) for pickup.
Great Ocean Road's Loch Ard Gorge with visitors on sandy beach, Melbourne tour.
Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline in Australia.
Kangaroos in lush greenery along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Great Ocean Road's Loch Ard Gorge with visitors on sandy beach, Melbourne tour.
Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline in Australia.
Book at least a day in advance during peak season to secure your spot and avoid sold-out tours.
Come prepared with water, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a backpack of 5 to 7 kg, and a jacket for unpredictable weather conditions.
Bring local currency or preferred payment methods as the tour does not cover meals, souvenirs, or additional activities beyond what's included in your ticket.
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