Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
We offer the option of doing this tour in reverse, therefore missing the crowds. We include complimentary cheese tasting on the revers itinerary.
Travelling on Victoria’s heritage-listed Great Ocean Road is one of the greatest road trips you can have in Australia. Our Great Ocean Road Private fully customizable tour features amazing scenery, stories and wildlife in a leisurely drive that will have you gasping at every turn.
This 244-kilometre-long stretch meanders through secret bays filled with rock pools, imposing sandstone cliffs, lush rain forests and deserted beaches. Dotted with quaint seaside towns, coastal walks and shipwreck stories makes this region immensely popular.
A highlight of the tour is visiting the Twelve Apostles, limestone karsts that rise majestically out of the water off the coast.
The tour is fully customized and pick up is from your accommodation. We stop often and avoid the crowds, living up to our motto of ‘Let the others rush!’.
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Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Dinner
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We Pick up from all Melbourne CBD Hotels and serviced apartments.
Winchelsea, Winchelsea, Victoria, Australia We go directly to the 12 Apostle and miss the crowds. We stop off at Cafe La Hoot. Opportunity to buy a coffee and morning tea. 20 minutes
Apostle Whey Cheese, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia We stop off at the dairy farm, which has produced awarding winning Cheeses.
We will sample up to 12 different Cheeses, included in the cost of the tour 20 minutes
Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia An iconic view. Take your time to soak up the sight of the magnificent limestone sea stacks that rise from the Southern Ocean and form the official Twelve Apostles; currently there are eight Apostles left, the ninth having dramatically collapsed in July 2005.
These monoliths have been created by the constant erosion of limestone cliffs over 10-20 millions years ago; the stormy Southern Ocean and gusty winds have gradually eroded the softer limestone, forming caves in the cliffs, then arches, until rock stacks up to 45 metres high have been crafted, completely isolated from the shore. View the Twelves Apostles at sunset or sunrise (on our two-day tour) to see the changing colours from dark in the shadows to a brilliant sandy yellow in the full sun. Nature in all its glory. 40 minutes
Loch Ard Gorge, Victoria, Australia The Loch Ard Gorge is a favourite stop off point along the Great Ocean Road. The picturesque gorge is flanked by two yellow-washed cliff faces, a smooth bay and inlet of clear, blue water. Wander the trail down to the Gorge, take in the natural beauty and view the location of Australia’s most famous shipwreck - the Loch Ard - and hear its story of loss and survival. Loch Ard Gorge is the start of the Apostles from the opposite end, where you can also see the Razor Back and Honey Pots rock formations. 28 minutes
Mutton Bird Lookout, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia Take in breath taking view of Mutton Bird Island. Look at magnificent arch ways created by erosion over thousands of years 20 minutes
Apollo Bay, Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia Apollo Bay , is described as Paradise by the sea.
Great opportunity for Lunch (at own expense).
this fishing village has wonderful seafood options 45 minutes
Mait's Rest, Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia Explore a cool temperate rain forest of Beech trees and Mountain Ash gum trees in the Great Otway National Park. This 20 minute walk along a mixture of boardwalks and gravel paths takes you along a valley floor in part of this ancient rainforest. See the giant rainforest trees - some up to 300 years old - rise up through the mists, creating a canopy for the beautiful array of fern gardens and moss on the forest floor. If you are lucky you may see some of the local natural wildlife inhabitants, including Swamp Wallabies, Koalas, Ring Tailed Possums and Grey Kangaroos. 30 minutes
Mount Defiance Lookout, Wye River, Victoria, Australia A spectacular ocean lookout offering panoramic views of the Great Ocean Road and the first permanent resting place of convict William Buckley. Have your camera ready to take amazing photos of the cliffs hugging the Great Ocean Road and the sweeping ocean backdrop. Ever heard of the Australian saying, “you have two chances Buckley’s and none”? Well, your guide will share with you the fascinating story of William Buckley and his tale of survival against all odds. 10 minutes
Kennet River Koala Walk, Kennett River, Victoria, Australia Time to spot Koalas in their natural environment, hanging out in the eucalyptus trees and if you’re lucky you can get up close to King Parrots and Crimson Rosellas here. Kennett River is situated in a beautiful setting between the forest and the sea. This spot is always a favourite amongst our guests on our Great Ocean Road tour. 15 minutes
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway, Lorne, Victoria, Australia Get a wonderful photo at the Great Ocean Road memorial arch, for your Facebook friends !! 15 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Melissa_A
14 Oct 2024
The beauty of the 12 apostles followed by a magical experience strolling through a lush rain forest made the long drive totally worth every minute. Mark was prompt, knowledgeable, and very easy going.
792maep
13 Oct 2024
I had an amazing day travelling the Great Ocean Road and seeing the 12 Apostles with my family. To avoid the crowd, Wes, our driver/tour guide, recommended that we go in the opposite direction. He shared with us some amazing anecdotes and facts about the locations we visited. Plus point: he took some beautiful group shots of us. It is highly recommended that families or groups of friends visiting Melbourne plan this excursion with them to ensure a good time.
730mylinhd
07 Sep 2024
Very nice tour. Went with Michael, very nice guide. Took some beautiful pictures. The view was very nice. The car was very comfortable.
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