ULTIMATE Great Ocean Road PRIVATE LUXURY Tour hotel PICKUP 5 11px

5.0 (8 reviews) Melbourne, Australia
Duration7h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Experience the Great Ocean Road like a local. The private group tours are led by experienced local drivers who know the hidden gems and secret spots that most visitors never find. We'll show you wild kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat—no extra costs, no tourist traps.
Hotel pickups from Melbourne are included, so you can relax while we handle the driving. Want to add a helicopter experience at the Twelve Apostles? You can request it anytime, and we'll arrange it as an optional add-on at your request.
What you really get is personalized attention, insider knowledge, and a carefully curated mix of natural beauty, local culture, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Every stop is chosen to give you the complete Great Ocean Road experience—from dramatic coastal cliffs to charming seaside towns to secret photography spots that'll make your photos stand out.

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Great OCEAN Road Day Tour from Melbourne PRIVATE Group HOTEL pkup

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Great OCEAN Road Melbourne PRIVATE Group 11 pax pickup

Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee
  • 1 X water Bottle
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast

What to expect

  1. Winchelsea
    15m
    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)
  2. The Twelve Apostles
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Get there early, beat crowds. Magnificent limestone formations. Quiet and peaceful.
  3. Gibsons Steps
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Gibson Steps
  4. The Razorback
    25m · Admission ticket included
    Marvel at the Razorback, one of the Great Ocean Road's most dramatic limestone rock formations rising from the Southern Ocean. This iconic geological wonder in Port Campbell National Park offers breathtaking panoramic views and unbeatable photo opportunities.
  5. Loch Ard Gorge
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Explore the hauntingly beautiful Loch Ard Gorge, site of one of Victoria's most famous shipwrecks. Walk down to the sheltered sandy beach carved into towering limestone cliffs and discover the fascinating maritime history of the Great Ocean Road.
  6. The Great Ocean Road
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Drive along the iconic Great Ocean Road, one of the world's most scenic coastal routes stretching along Victoria's Surf Coast. Experience jaw-dropping ocean views, rugged cliffs and lush hinterland on Australia's greatest road trip
  7. Mait's Rest
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Wander through ancient temperate rainforest on the Maits Rest boardwalk trail in Great Otway National Park. Stand beneath towering myrtle beech trees and tree ferns in one of Victoria's most pristine and accessible old-growth rainforest experiences.
  8. Apollo Bay
    45m
    Stop for lunch in vibrant Apollo Bay, a charming coastal town on Victoria's Surf Coast known for fresh seafood, local cafes and stunning ocean views. The perfect mid-tour break before continuing your Great Ocean Road adventure.
  9. Kennett River Nature Walk
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Spot wild koalas sleeping in the treetops along Kennett River's Grey River Road, one of the best free wildlife encounters in Victoria. Keep an eye out for colourful orange-bellied parrots and other native birds in this Great Ocean Road wildlife hotspot.
  10. Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The Memorial Archway is an iconic gateway to the Great Ocean Road, built to honour the three thousand returned World War One soldiers who constructed this magnificent two hundred forty three kilometre stretch of road between nineteen nineteen and nineteen thirty two. Originally made of timber and built in nineteen thirty nine, the arch was replaced with a steel and wood structure in nineteen seventy three. It stands as the world's longest war memorial and a powerful tribute to those who built one of Australia's greatest coastal drives. Stop here for photos and to learn about the incredible history behind this engineering marvel.
  11. Great Ocean Road
    30m
    Set on fifteen acres of landscaped grounds between Torquay and Anglesea, this working chocolate factory offers free entry to explore handmade chocolate displays and watch artisans craft chocolates. Visitors can enjoy free tastings, browse thousands of chocolate varieties, grab ice cream and café treats, explore native gardens and the lavender maze, and book optional chocolate-making workshops. Kids love the sand play area and open lawns to explore.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Driver will meet you at your pickup location at your scheduled pickup time. The lead traveler will receive email or text before day at 9PM.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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