Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade & Free City Tour
Southbank, Melbourne
Experience Melbourne and beyond with expert local guides, upgraded comfort, unforgettable views of the 12 Apostles, native wildlife encounters, the Penguin Parade, and city highlights.
Experience Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, and Melbourne City in a small group tour from Melbourne, suitable for nature and city explorers.
Travel with up to 24 guests and expert guides on a multi-day journey combining coastal scenery, wildlife encounters, and city highlights. The package includes a Great Ocean Road tour, Phillip Island Penguin Parade, and a Melbourne City Discovery Tour.
Highlights
- Relaxed small group tours with expert guides (maximum 24 guests)
- Visit the Twelve Apostles and explore Loch Ard Gorge cliffs
- Experience the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island as little penguins return at sunset
- Discover Melbourne's iconic landmarks on a complimentary city tour
- Multilingual audio commentary available in 16 languages
Tour Overview
Great Ocean Road Small Group Tour (Day 1)
Travel along the Great Ocean Road, enjoy ocean views, stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, and spot wild koalas. Explore Port Campbell National Park including the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour (Day 2)
Visit Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park for close encounters with Australian wildlife. At sunset, watch the Penguin Parade as little penguins return to their burrows.
Melbourne City Discovery Tour (Free – Day of Your Choice)
Explore Melbourne’s landmarks, historic precincts, gardens, and laneways with a knowledgeable guide. This tour is flexible and can be scheduled on any preferred date.
Includes
- Small-group tours with a maximum of 24 guests
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off for Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island tours (over 15 Melbourne locations)
- Central meeting point pick-up for Melbourne City Highlights Tour
- Expert local guides with engaging storytelling
- Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- General admission to the Penguin Parade
- Modern air-conditioned minibus with upgraded seating
- Multilingual audio commentary in 16 languages
- Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
Excludes
- Food and drinks (guests may bring their own)
- Optional tips
- No hotel pick-up or drop-off for Melbourne City Highlights Tour (central meeting point only)
Important Information
- Tours are booked as follows and cannot be swapped: Great Ocean Road Day Tour (selected date), Phillip Island Penguin Parade (day 2), Melbourne City Highlights Tour (flexible date)
- Exact pickup times will be emailed after booking and may differ from voucher times
- Tours operate rain or shine and are conducted in English
- Pickup windows:
Great Ocean Road: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Phillip Island: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (seasonal)
Melbourne City Highlights Tour: 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM - Return times:
Great Ocean Road: 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Phillip Island Penguin Parade: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM (seasonal)
Melbourne City Highlights Tour: 12:30 PM or 1:30 PM (seasonal)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book your tour in advance to secure your preferred dates. Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for coastal views and at sunset for the Penguin Parade.
