2-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour via Great Ocean Road Grampians

Duration2 days

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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 23 travelers

Overview

Experience the ultimate 2-day adventure from Melbourne to Adelaide, showcasing the iconic Great Ocean Road and the spectacular Grampians National Park. Travel the heritage-listed coastal route, stopping at scenic lookouts, charming towns, and ancient rainforests on your way to the breathtaking 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. After a day of natural wonders, head inland to the heart of the Grampians and overnight in Halls Gap. The next morning, explore rugged mountain landscapes with visits to Reeds Lookout, The Balconies, MacKenzie Falls, and scenic walking trails. Encounter native wildlife, soak in panoramic views, and finish your journey through regional Victoria into South Australia, arriving in Adelaide by evening.

Options

Private Double/Twin (2 Adults)

Standard Motel Accommodation: • fare price per person, based on (2 Adults) traveling together
• private double/twin shared room with ensuite
Mid-range Affordable Travel: Comfortable motel-style accommodation, perfect for those travellers looking for a bit more privacy with friends or family.
Duration: 2 days: 2-day / 1-night overland touring experience
Select meals included: 1 x Lunch (Day1), 1 x Dinner (Day1), 1 x Breakfast (Day2)
Melbourne to Adelaide One-Way: Day 1 - Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Day 2 - Grampians to Adelaide
Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views.

Double/Twin (1 Adult 1 Child)

Standard Motel Family Room: • fare price per person, based on (1 Adult + 1 Child) traveling together
• private double/twin shared room with ensuite
Mid-range Affordable Travel: Comfortable motel-style accommodation, perfect for those travellers looking for a bit more privacy with friends or family.
Duration: 2 days: 2-day / 1-night overland touring experience
Select meals included: 1 x Lunch (Day1), 1 x Dinner (Day1), 1 x Breakfast (Day2)
Melbourne to Adelaide One-Way: Day 1 - Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Day 2 - Grampians to Adelaide
Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views.

Private Single (1 Adult)

Standard Private Accommodation: • fare price per person, based on (1 Adult) solo traveler looking for more privacy
• private single room with ensuite
Mid-range Affordable Travel: Comfortable motel-style accommodation, perfect for those travellers looking for a bit more privacy with friends or family.
Duration: 2 days: 2-day / 1-night overland touring experience
Select meals included: 1 x Lunch (Day1), 1 x Dinner (Day1), 1 x Breakfast (Day2)
Melbourne to Adelaide One-Way: Day 1 - Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Day 2 - Grampians to Adelaide
Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views.

Shared Dormitory (Adult 18+)

Basic Hostel Accommodation: • fare price applies to adults 18+ over, 6-10 bed dormitory share room (mixed-gender)
• communal bathroom facilities
Budget Affordable Travel: Affordable touring experience in hostel style accommodation, perfect for those travellers looking to meet people
Duration: 2 days: 2-day / 1-night overland touring experience
Select meals included: 1 x Lunch (Day1), 1 x Dinner (Day1), 1 x Breakfast (Day2)
Melbourne to Adelaide One-way: Day 1 - Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Day 2 - Grampians to Adelaide
Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable. With high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views.

What's included

Guided bush walking (~2km total)
All National Park entry fees
1 Nights Accommodation: Private ensuites & Budget-friendly shared rooms available (Halls Gap)
Lunch
Dinner
One-way transfer journey from Melbourne to Adelaide
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel, small group touring experience
Breakfast
Expert driver guide, with live tour commentary spoken in English
Australian wildlife sightings in there natural habitat

Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - plenty of opportunity to purchase food along the way
Spending money for personal items

What to expect

Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles

Anglesea
30m

Experience the spectacular beauty of a diverse range of natural wonders on a two-day journey through stunning scenery.
Apollo Bay
1h

Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Great Ocean Road and discover the remarkable rock formations of the iconic 12 Apostles. Stop by the Surf Coast, for morning tea at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and sample some sweet treats.
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
15m

Photo at Memorial Arch and Great Ocean Road sign
Great Otway National Park
1h

You will discover some of the world’s tallest trees as you explore the ancient and beautiful rainforest of the Great Otway National Park.
Loch Ard Gorge
1h · Admission ticket included

Learn about the tragic tale of the shipwreck coast, visit the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge and the iconic 12 Apostles.
The Twelve Apostles
1h · Admission ticket included

Experience the iconic 12 Apostles, Island Cliffs and Archways. During our journey, we will stop to see native Australian wildlife.
Halls Gap
3h

Arriving late at night, we then settle into our accommodation for the night.

Day 2: Grampians National Park to Adelaide

Grampians National Park
2h

Our day begins early in the morning with a visit up to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout/Balconies, which has excellent views of the rugged terrain of the Grampians National Park.
MacKenzie Falls
1h

Besides the many hiking trails that are available, there are majestic waterfalls that are sure to leave you with lasting memories.
Boroka Lookout
1h

Take in breathtaking morning views over Halls Gap and the surrounding ranges from Boroka Lookout, a perfect photo stop high in the Grampians.
Reed Lookout
1h

Enjoy sweeping views over Victoria Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges from Reeds Lookout, one of the Grampians' most scenic vantage points.
Horsham
Pass by

Following lunch, we head west away from the coastline and rugged mountains towards Adelaide, passing Dimboola Pink Lake and Nhill before crossing the South Australian border into Bordertown.
Adelaide
3h

Arriving in Adelaide around 7:30pm.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St Corner Market St Melbourne @ 07:35am.
Alternatively, if you wish to change your pickup location please contact our reservations team on +61393931333.

End point

We drop off at the Adelaide Bus Station, 85 Franklin St, Adelaide City, South Australia.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A moderate amount of walking is involved, not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces.
This tour is not suitable for infants or children 5 years old and under.
Children aged between 6 to 17 years old are required to stay in private accommodation and must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian.
Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Over-sized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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