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Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 11 Guests

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Great Ocean Road, Australia

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13 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Pickup from hotel.
Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild and wonderful adventure along the Great Ocean Road – backwards! That means more sights, fewer people, and a whole lot more fun.
We kick things off by heading inland straight to the Twelve Apostles –jaw-dropping views and fresh morning light perfect for photos. From there, we explore the stunning Shipwreck Coast, hitting up Loch Ard Gorge, The Razorback, Gibson Steps, and of course, the iconic Apostles.
Then, we switch gears and head into nature with a peaceful rainforest walk through ancient, towering trees.
On the way back, we cruise the coast through charming towns like Apollo Bay and Lorne. And yes – we guarantee wild koala sightings, plus a good chance of spotting kangaroos bouncing through the bush.
So if you're after a laid-back, wildlife-packed, photo-worthy adventure that skips the stress and doubles the fun–this is the tour for you.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickups from Melbourne CBD and Southbank Hotels. Please send us a message specifying your pickup location and we will soon reply with your pickup time.

What To Expect

Winchelsea

A morning tea stop, as we travel inland in the morning and go straight from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles, this is just a break to buy some coffee/breakfast (own expenses)
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Twelve Apostles

Travel inland in the morning and go straight to the 12 Apostles. Get there early, beat the crowds of the afternoon and enjoy these magnificent limestone formations when it’s still quiet and peaceful.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gibsons Steps

Go down and walk on this amazing beach. Be dwarfed by the 70-meter high vertical cliffs and marvel at Gog and Magog, the nicknames given to the giant limestone stacks rising up out of the sea.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Razorback

This is the most impressive limestone formation of the region, the views are breathtaking!
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Loch Ard Gorge

Be amazed by these two breathtaking attractions on this stop: - The Loch Ard Gorge - tragic and incredibly beautiful story of one of the most famous shipwrecks in Australia. Walk on the beach and feel dwarfed by the magnificent limestone and sandstone cliffs - The Razorback - the most impressive formation of this rugged shipwreck coast
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Port Campbell National Park (Pass By)

Drive through this amazing National Park, home to some of the tallest trees in Australia
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The Great Ocean Road

Travel along the coastline on this most amazing coastal drive in Australia!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Otway National Park

Drive through the national park and watch these ancient threes passing by
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Admission Ticket Free

Mait's Rest

A 20 minutes rainforest walk, to witness some of Australia's most amazing rainforest scenery at Great Otway National Park where you will feel really connected to nature.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Apollo Bay

Stop for lunch at this vibrant and cool coastal town at Victoria's Surf Coast. The tour guide will recommend some restaurant options, enjoy some fresh food before starting the second part of the day.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kennett River Nature Walk

Try to spot the cute marsupials koalas and also take pictures of the orange-bellied parrots that hang around this place
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teddy's Lookout

Finish the day by taking some pictures of this amazing Lookout at the top of the cliff in Lorne
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Expected to be back to Melbourne around 7 PM.
  • This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 12 seaters minibuses Toyota Hiace or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour – Max 11 Guests?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We are not able to accommodate children under 7 years of age on this tour, as according to VicRoads regulations they must travel on child restraints, which are not available in our minibuses. Passengers who show up with under 7 years old kids will be refused boarding without refund.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Expected to be back to Melbourne around 7 PM.
  • This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 12 seaters minibuses Toyota Hiace or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).

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