Melbourne: Reverse Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles with Lunch

Overview

This guided tour from Melbourne explores the Great Ocean Road, including the 12 Apostles, suitable for nature and coastal scenery enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Visit the Great Ocean Road and the iconic 12 Apostles with fewer crowds
• See the historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch and surf coast beaches
• Stop in Apollo Bay and other coastal townships
• Guided rainforest walk in Great Otways National Park
• Opportunity to spot Australian flora and fauna along the route

Description

Begin early from Melbourne CBD and head inland toward the Shipwreck Coast, arriving at the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge ahead of most tour buses. Morning light enhances the limestone stacks’ colors at these renowned sites. Explore Loch Ard Gorge and hear its history while stepping down into this natural formation carved by the Southern Ocean.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of these coastal locations. Afterward, travel back along the Great Ocean Road, passing other tours in the opposite direction as the road leaves the coastline and enters the Otway ranges. Stretch your legs with a guided rainforest walk among some of the tallest trees in the world.

Continue to the seaside town of Apollo Bay, where the road returns along the coast offering ocean, beach, and cliff views. Spot wild koalas in the eucalyptus trees along this stretch. Pass through small coastal towns before stopping at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a monument to the road’s builders. From there, relax on the drive back to Melbourne.

Includes

• Light picnic lunch and morning tea
• Hosted by a local, friendly tour guide
• Wild koala spotting
• All National Park fees
• Onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging ports
• Live English commentary with optional translation app available in 10 languages: Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

Excludes

• Additional snacks and beverages
• Optional helicopter flights over the 12 Apostles

Important Information

• Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult or legal guardian
• Travel in modern 28-seater vehicles with high-back, non-reclining seats and seat belts
• Pickup points can be changed up to 48 hours before departure

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book early to secure morning departure times and bring comfortable shoes for the rainforest walk. Weather can change quickly, so dress in layers and carry water.