Great Ocean Road Tour, 12 Apostles & Apollo Bay

Highlights

• Explore the Twelve Apostles and admire iconic limestone stacks above the coast.
• Visit Loch Ard Gorge to see rugged cliffs, arches, and dramatic coastal scenery.
• Walk toward Gibson Steps for closer views of towering cliffs and offshore rocks.
• top to snap photos of roaming koalas, kangaroos, and other animals in the wild
• Enjoy an English-speaking driver-guide and convenient city-center meeting points

Description

⭐07:30 - 08:00 - Melbourne City Center Pickup & Departure

Begin with city-center pickup before heading south toward Victoria's coast. A English-speaking driver-guide accompanies the shared 50-guest vehicle, giving you an easy start as Melbourne gives way to open countryside and the day's scenic journey.

⭐10:00 - Colac Break (approx. 15 min)

Pause in Colac for a short rest and leg stretch before the major coastal sights. Refresh, then continue toward Port Campbell National Park. The exact rest location may change when operating conditions require an alternative stop.

⭐11:15 - Twelve Apostles & Gibson Steps (approx. 90 min)

Stand before the Twelve Apostles and photograph the limestone sea stacks rising from the Southern Ocean. Use the viewing area at your own pace and walk toward Gibson Steps for a closer coastal view of Gog and Magog.

⭐12:55 - Loch Ard Gorge (approx. 30 min)

Explore Loch Ard Gorge, where cliffs, sea stacks, and a sheltered beach reveal the force of the Southern Ocean. The setting also tells the story of the 1878 Loch Ard shipwreck, adding history to this dramatic coastal stop.

⭐13:40 - Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park (optional, 60 min)

Choose an optional wildlife stop and use the time for a relaxed visit and lunch at your own expense. See kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and dingoes, adding a close-up nature experience to the itinerary. Admission is not included.

⭐15:40 - Apollo Bay (approx. 15 min)

Pause in Apollo Bay to enjoy the seaside atmosphere and stretch your legs after the main viewpoints. Beaches, ocean scenery, and local food options add a relaxed town experience before you continue along the Great Ocean Road.

⭐17:10 - Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch (approx. 10 min)

Stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch in Eastern View for photos and a final landmark moment. The timber arch commemorates the road's returned servicemen and provides a distinctive visual marker before the journey turns back toward Melbourne.

⭐19:20 - Return to Melbourne City Center

Arrive back in Melbourne city center after a full day connecting inland travel, iconic limestone formations, shipwreck history, wildlife, seaside scenery, and signature Great Ocean Road landmarks on a single reverse-route journey.

Includes

Free pickup and drop-off at selected 3-, 4-, or 5-star hotels in Melbourne city center
Vehicle insurance
AUD 20 million public liability insurance
Driver-guide throughout the tour

Excludes

Admission to the optional Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park
Meals and beverages
Personal travel accident insurance

Important Information

• The winter timetable is the base schedule. During daylight saving time, tour times are approximately 40 minutes later. Free pickup is available only from selected 3–5 star hotels in Melbourne city center. Apartments, private rentals, and Airbnbs are not eligible. Due to local stopping restrictions, pickup or drop-off may be at the nearest suitable street-side location. The Great Ocean Road includes long, winding drives. Guests prone to motion sickness should ask the driver to slow down and use the provided bag if needed. Cleaning fees may apply if you vomit inside the vehicle. The itinerary or transport may change or be suspended due to weather, strikes, safety concerns, or operational needs. Guests leaving the tour early are responsible for their own safety and additional costs. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Guests aged 60+ must arrange comprehensive travel insurance with high coverage.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund