Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Tour, 12 Apostles & Apollo Bay Melbourne CBD Meeting Point (Max 50 guests)
ID: GYG1486519-2288572
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Travel from Melbourne to the Twelve Apostles, Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge and Apollo Bay, with an optional wildlife park stop. Enjoy coastal scenery with commentary from an English-speaking guide.
⭐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.
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
Guiding languages
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.
INCLUDED
- 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
NOT INCLUDED
- Admission to the optional Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park
- Meals and beverages
- Personal travel accident insurance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
