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Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Full-Day Trip from Melbourne

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Great Ocean Road, Australia

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Overview

Our Great Ocean Road tour is a must-do coastal destination to visit when coming to Melbourne. We spend the day twisting and winding along the spectacular Great Ocean Road enjoying awesome coastal photo opportunities. Along the way stop to see cuddly koalas in the wild.

Enjoy one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives as you travel on the world-famous National Heritage-listed Great Ocean Road Tour. See the abundance of Australian wildlife, whilst checking out the magnificent surf beaches, and walk among the ancient rainforest, before arriving in the afternoon to witness the marvel of these gigantic limestone stacks known as the 12 Apostles located in Port Campbell National Park.

There is no word to express the beauty of the Great Ocean Road Tour!

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Travel in comfort and style, spacious leather seats
  • Morning tea and snacks
  • Personal expenses
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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What To Expect

Melbourne

Our tour begins at 7:35am leaving Melbourne we head over the Westgate Bridge towards Geelong.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Anglesea

Travel along the majestic Great Ocean Road from Anglesea. We will be keeping our eyes out to spot Australian wildlife throughout the day. If you’re lucky enough, you may see some Kangaroos and listen to the songs of lovely birds native to Australia such as Kookaburras, King Parrots, Yellow Robins, Fairy-Wrens, and much more.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

We make our way to our first highlight, the Memorial Arch. Listed as a National Heritage, the war memorial archway is the gateway to the Great Ocean Road. Stop for a photo in front of the Great Ocean Road sign before we begin winding our way along one of the greatest coastal roads in the world.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Apollo Bay

We will visit the quaint coastal town of Apollo Bay in southwestern Victoria. Located on the east side of Cape Otway, Apollo Bay is a natural resort town where you can explore its rich rainforests filled with waterfalls, streams, lush vegetation, and exotic wildlife. We will stop here for lunch at your own expense. Enjoy a cafe dining experience or a picnic down the beach – the choice is yours.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Otway National Park

Explore the Great Otway National Park with your tour guide and learn all about this ancient rainforest. See centuries-old eucalyptus trees, thousand-year-old ferns towering over a warm temperate rainforest terrain, a variety of native birds, and wildlife of all kinds.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Twelve Apostles

Be mesmerized by the famous 12 Apostles and soak in the splendour of the rock formations’ allure and magnificence. Let the towering cliffs dwarf you as the raging waters of the surf pound on the rocks below. Witness the changing colours of the sky and sea as the sun slowly sinks behind the giant limestones. You can see the Gog and Magog from the viewing platform at the 12 Apostles with views of Gibson Steps in the distance. An incredible highlight of your Great Ocean Road Tour
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ard Gorge

Get lost in the natural beauty of Loch Ard Gorge while learning from our tour guide some history of the area’s famous shipwrecks. There had been over 200 shipwrecks between Port Fairy and Cape Otway. Hear the harrowing story of two young survivors of the Loch Ard Ship Wreck in 1878. Marvel at the formations of Island Archway, Razorback and the Salt and Pepper Shakers
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colac

As we head back to Melbourne, we will have a quick pit stop in the town of Colac
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25 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
  • Our vehicles are not wheelchair, prams or child stroller accessible please refrain from bring on tour.
  • Only a small day pack per person with no more than 5 kg is permitted
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 39 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Full-Day Trip from Melbourne?

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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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Travel in comfort and style, spacious leather seats
  • Morning tea and snacks
  • WiFi on board
  • National Park fees
  • Wildlife Spotting
  • Live tour commentary on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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
  • Child and infant fare prices apply to 0 to 12 years old. Please advise if you have anyone travelling aged from 0 to 4 years old.
  • Our vehicles are not wheelchair, prams or child stroller accessible please refrain from bring on tour.
  • Only a small day pack per person with no more than 5 kg is permitted
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 39 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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