Melbourne: 4-Day Great Ocean Road (small group) to Adelaide

This 4-day small group tour travels from Melbourne to Adelaide, suited for nature lovers and cultural explorers seeking comfort and immersive experiences.

Highlights

• Travel from Melbourne to Adelaide with 4-star accommodation included
• Visit the Twelve Apostles twice—in afternoon and morning light
• Explore National Parks and spot native wildlife
• Enjoy relaxed pace, small group size, and deluxe reclining seats
• Overnight stays in Port Campbell, Port Fairy, and Naracoorte

Description

Experience Australia’s iconic landscapes from coastal cliffs to historic towns on this 4-day tour. Travel in comfort with reclining seats in small group vehicles, and enjoy local food, wine, and wildlife along the way.

Day 1: Melbourne to Port Campbell
Depart Melbourne crossing the West Gate Bridge through volcanic plains to Geelong. Visit Torquay and Bells Beach for coastal views, then drive the Great Ocean Road stopping at Kennett River to see koalas, native birds, and Eastern Grey Kangaroos.

Take a guided walk in Great Otway National Park’s temperate rainforest. Arrive at the Twelve Apostles in the afternoon after peak crowds, with an optional helicopter ride available. End the day at Loch Ard Gorge and hear the story of its famous shipwreck.

Day 2: Port Campbell to Port Fairy
Begin with a morning visit to the Twelve Apostles in soft light and revisit Loch Ard Gorge. Travel to Warrnambool for lunch, then explore Tower Hill Wildlife Park with an interactive Aboriginal culture and wildlife tour. Overnight in Port Fairy.

Day 3: Port Fairy to Naracoorte
Cross into South Australia, stopping at Cape Nelson Lighthouse in Portland for panoramic views. Have lunch in Nelson village, then visit Mount Gambier to see the Blue Lake and Umpherston Sinkhole. Arrive in Naracoorte for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Naracoorte to Adelaide
Take a guided tour of Naracoorte Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Travel through open countryside, crossing the Murray River by ferry. Visit Coonawarra wine region for lunch and wine tasting at Bremerton Winery. Explore historic Hahndorf village with a 20-minute stroll. Finish with views of Adelaide from Mount Lofty before hotel drop-off.

Includes

• Deluxe reclining seat comfort
• 3 nights 4-star accommodation
• Breakfast on days 2, 3, and 4
• Lunch on days 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Wine tasting and lunch in Langhorne Creek
• Entry to all National Parks including Naracoorte Caves tour

Excludes

• Hotel pickup in Melbourne
• Dinners
• Additional food and drink
• Optional activities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 7 days in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, book early and bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. The tour runs year-round; spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.