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Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
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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
Professional guide
National Park fees
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
What to expect
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)
The Twelve Apostles
50m · Admission ticket included
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.
Gibsons Steps
20m
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.
The Razorback
25m · Admission ticket included
This is the most impressive limestone formation of the region, the views are breathtaking!
Loch Ard Gorge
1h · Admission ticket included
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
Port Campbell National Park
Pass by
Drive through this amazing National Park, home to some of the tallest trees in Australia
The Great Ocean Road
10m
Travel along the coastline on this most amazing coastal drive in Australia!
Great Otway National Park
Drive through the national park and watch these ancient threes passing by
Mait's Rest
25m · Admission ticket included
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.
Apollo Bay
45m
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.
Kennett River Nature Walk
20m
Try to spot the cute marsupials koalas and also take pictures of the orange-bellied parrots that hang around this place
Teddy's Lookout
10m
Finish the day by taking some pictures of this amazing Lookout at the top of the cliff in Lorne
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
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.
Additional information
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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
