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Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour with Lunch
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Highlights

  • Start a full-day guided tour along the Great Ocean Road in reverse and enjoy uninterrupted views of the 12 Apostles' iconic 20-million-year-old limestone pillars, away from the crowds.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by ancient rainforests during your visit to the Great Otway National Park.
  • During an expert-led forest walk in Otway National Park, spot kangaroos and marvel at the mountain ash, known as the world's longest flowering tree.
  • Experience round-trip transfers from Melbourne with scenic views of Razorback rising majestically from Mutton Bird Island on this tour.
  • Did you know? Contrary to its name, there are only eight limestone formations currently making up the 12 Apostles.

Your Experience

Start with 12 Apostles at Shipwreck Coast

Kick off your adventure from Melbourne by driving along the scenic Great Ocean Road to reach the Shipwreck Coast. Here, you'll witness the majestic 12 Apostles emerging from the Southern Ocean without the usual crowds. Enjoy a complimentary morning tea while your guide shares stories of this region's long history before visiting Loch Ard Gorge and Mutton Bird Island’s striking Razorback rock formation.

Explore ancient rainforests and enjoy lunch

Continue to Great Otway National Park for an expert-led walk through the ancient Melba Gully rainforest. Watch out for koalas located in eucalyptus trees and kangaroos peeking from behind foliage. Your journey proceeds along the Great Ocean Road to visit the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a tribute to World War I soldiers. As your day wraps up, savor a delicious picnic lunch while reflecting on the natural beauty, intriguing history, and unique wildlife you’ve encountered.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Full-day tour of Great Ocean Road
  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne to the start point
  • Live commentary provided by an expert driver guide
  • Picnic lunch included during the tour
  • Morning tea and snacks available for participants
  • National Park entry fees covered as part of the package
  • Audio & text translation app in 10 languages
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • This experience offers transfers from the selected hotels, in case your hotel is not in the pick-up zone, you can reach the meeting point mentioned below.

Hotel transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs from selected hotels in Melbourne inner-city.

  • In the next step of booking, please specify your hotel name and pickup time from the dropdown.

  • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Meeting point (If not opted for hotel transfers)

  • Meet your guide at Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria).

  • Address: 400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.

  • Landmark: The bus will be parked on the Market St side of the museum.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

This experience offers a full-day guided tour.

The journey begins in Melbourne, with round-trip transfers included to explore the iconic coastal landscape of Great Ocean Road.

You'll get uninterrupted views of the 12 Apostles minus the usual crowd and see Razorback rising from Mutton Bird Island.

Yes, you will have a stop for a picnic lunch amidst the ancient rainforests of Great Otway National Park.

During your guided forest walk, keep an eye out for kangaroos and see the mountain ash, known as the longest flowering tree in the world.

Yes, you'll enjoy live commentary from an expert driver guide throughout your journey.

Bring water, headphones, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and pack a weather-ready kit including a backpack of 5 to 7 kg with a jacket. Also, carry local currency or preferred payment methods for additional expenses.

Alcohol is not allowed during this experience.

Visitors with mobility issues are restricted from participating in certain parts of the tour for safety reasons.

The tour includes a complimentary morning tea, snacks, and a picnic lunch.

Bring water, headphones, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a backpack of 5 to 7 kg, and a jacket. Pack for a weather-ready kit as the skies can be unpredictable. Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

Alcohol is not allowed on this experience. .

Your safety comes first. Visitors with mobility issues are restricted from participating in this experience.

The audio and text translation app is available in Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Children between 0 and 4 years old can travel on adult laps, provided they are securely strapped with the seat belt. As this tour includes a light lunch, please notify the operator of any dietary requirements or food allergies before departure. The tour will stop for your picnic-style lunch at Loch Ard Gorge or the 12 Apostles. The tour starts at 7.35am from select pick-up points in Melbourne inner city. If your hotel is not in the pick-up zone, you can reach the meeting point, Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria).

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