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Highlights

  • Travel the Great Ocean Road in a small group, enjoying varied routes and local stories for a more personal, engaging day trip experience.
  • Your day begins with a relaxed stop at a local chocolaterie, setting the tone for a friendly, easygoing group adventure.
  • The journey covers the Memorial Arch, Gibson Steps, Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and more, with all stops and experiences included.
  • Explore with a professional local guide, enjoy snacks and a complimentary drink, and take home a printed photo as a souvenir.
  • This trip supports carbon offsetting through tree planting, making your adventure more environmentally conscious.
  • The tour travels out along the coast and returns inland, so you see different landscapes rather than repeating the same route twice.
  • Learn why the Great Ocean Road is the world’s largest war memorial, built by returned soldiers and shaped by history.

Your Experience

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Explore the Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles on a relaxed small-group day tour, with a local guide, scenic stops, snacks and a return journey through different landscapes.

Getting started

Meet your group at the Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone in Melbourne. Board your small-group transport and settle in for the drive along the Great Ocean Road. No entrance or security checks are required for the listed stops.

What to expect

Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles

Travel along one of Australia's most scenic coastal routes, known for its rugged cliffs, Southern Ocean views and iconic limestone formations.

Features

  • Start with a relaxed stop at a local chocolaterie, with time to settle in and get to know the group.

  • Stop at the Memorial Arch and hear the story of the returned soldiers who built the Great Ocean Road as a war memorial.

  • Descend towards sea level at Gibson Steps for a closer look at the dramatic coastline and Southern Ocean.

  • Spend time at the Great Ocean Road's famous limestone stacks, with plenty of opportunity to explore and take photos.

  • See towering coastal cliffs and learn about the area's famous shipwreck history.

  • Keep an eye out for native wildlife and enjoy the natural surroundings along the route.

  • Return to Melbourne via an inland route instead of retracing the coastal road, giving you different scenery along the way.

Wrapping up

Return to the Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone in Melbourne after the full-day tour.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Small group, max 11 guests
  • Unique storytelling, varied routes
  • Complimentary printed photo souvenir
  • Small-group transport
  • Professional local guide
  • Complimentary drink
  • Snacks throughout the day
  • Carbon offset through tree planting
  • All listed stops and experiences
  • Lunch or dinner
  • 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 shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation may be available for this experience. Please review the policy shown at checkout or contact our support team before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Bring comfortable walking or hiking shoes, as you will be exploring various outdoor locations along the Great Ocean Road. Bring a warm jacket, as the weather can change quickly along the coast. Bring a hat and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun during outdoor stops. Bring sunscreen to ensure adequate sun protection throughout the day. Bring motion sickness medication if you are sensitive to winding roads or long drives.

The experience involves walking and descending steps at certain stops, such as the Gibson Steps, and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.

This experience is not suitable for children under 7 years old. Pick-up and drop-off are at the Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, with the tour operating from 9:00am to 9:00pm. Cancellations or rescheduling require at least 7 days’ written notice via email.

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