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Melbourne To Great Ocean Road Tours

Embark on a journey from Melbourne to discover the famous 12 Apostles, surf beaches, and lush rainforests along Australia's Great Ocean Road. Choose from a variety of tours, including full-day guided tours, sunset tours, and private car tours.
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Melbourne To Great Ocean Road Tours
Lady running on beach near rock formations, Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Woman at viewpoint overlooking 12 Apostles on Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Couple walking on a wooden path through a lush green forest.
Stream surrounded by lush greenery at Kennett River, Great Ocean Road.
Sleeping koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.
Razorback rock formation along the Great Ocean Road with ocean waves below.
London Bridge rock formation along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Visitors enjoying Loch Ard Gorge beach on the Great Ocean Road Day Tour.
Kangaroos in lush greenery along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Luxury transfer bus for Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour parked under a bridge.
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  • Escape the crowds on this full-day reverse Great Ocean Road tour - see the iconic Twelve Apostles rising from the ocean in the morning light.

  • With a luxury deluxe bus as your day’s ride, travel to and from Melbourne seamlessly in comfort while enjoying unbreakable coastal views.

  • Marvel at the beech and eucalyptus trees on your guide forest walk in Mait’s Rest while your expert guide gives you fascinating facts about the road.

  • With a small group of fellow travellers for company, spot koalas munching on leaves or kangaroos roaming around at Kennett River.

  • Did you know? There are approximately 638 known shipwrecks lying at the bottom of the ocean along the Great Ocean Road.

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  • Escape the crowds on this full-day reverse Great Ocean Road tour - see the iconic Twelve Apostles rising from the ocean in the morning light.

  • With a luxury deluxe bus as your day’s ride, travel to and from Melbourne seamlessly in comfort while enjoying unbreakable coastal views.

  • Marvel at the beech and eucalyptus trees on your guide forest walk in Mait’s Rest while your expert guide gives you fascinating facts about the road.

  • With a small group of fellow travellers for company, spot koalas munching on leaves or kangaroos roaming around at Kennett River.

  • Did you know? There are approximately 638 known shipwrecks lying at the bottom of the ocean along the Great Ocean Road.

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AU$89
Visitors viewing the Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road at sunset.
Great Ocean Road coastline with winding road and ocean view, Melbourne day tour.
Visitors enjoying morning tea on the Great Ocean Road tour near Melbourne.
Woman observing a koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.
12 Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline, Australia.
People walking on a path towards Split Point Lighthouse surrounded by greenery.
Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.
Tour bus parked along Great Ocean Road, Melbourne, with tourists gathering nearby.
Visitors exploring the sandy beach and cliffs on the Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne.
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12 hr
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  • Begin your journey with a sweet stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, then continue to the historic Memorial Arch for an iconic photo moment.

  • Slow down and enjoy breezy sea views in the coastal town of Lorne, take in sweeping cliffside panoramas at the Cumberland River lookout.

  • Pause in Apollo Bay for a relaxed ocean-view lunch (at your own expense).

  • Stand before the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles. and hear the shipwreck stories at Loch Ard Gorge.

  • Wrap up your day at London Bridge, an impressive natural arch away from the crowds. Don't miss: Grabbing a chocolatey treat at the Chocolaterie to fuel your morning or enjoying a seaside lunch in Apollo Bay.

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  • Begin your journey with a sweet stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, then continue to the historic Memorial Arch for an iconic photo moment.

  • Slow down and enjoy breezy sea views in the coastal town of Lorne, take in sweeping cliffside panoramas at the Cumberland River lookout.

  • Pause in Apollo Bay for a relaxed ocean-view lunch (at your own expense).

  • Stand before the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles. and hear the shipwreck stories at Loch Ard Gorge.

  • Wrap up your day at London Bridge, an impressive natural arch away from the crowds. Don't miss: Grabbing a chocolatey treat at the Chocolaterie to fuel your morning or enjoying a seaside lunch in Apollo Bay.

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AU$53.57

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Couple enjoying the view from Teddy's Lookout on the Great Ocean Road.
Aerial view of the Great Ocean Road with coastal cliffs and rock formations in Australia.
Memorial Arch at Eastern View on Great Ocean Road with worker statues.
Koalas resting in a tree along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Tourists walking through lush forest on Great Ocean Road day tour.
Great Ocean Road's Loch Ard Gorge with visitors on sandy beach, Melbourne tour.
Couple taking a photo at Teddy's Lookout with a view of the Great Ocean Road coastline.
Guided group walking through lush forest in Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road.
Tourists enjoying a forest walk near a waterfall on the Great Ocean Road day tour.
Transfer bus for Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour at sunset.
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12 hr
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  • Explore the Great Ocean Road on this full-day tour with access to national park entry fees, an audio translation app, & hassle-free transfers.

  • Savor morning tea and snacks by the ocean before heading to the Memorial Arch to snap Insta-worthy pictures in front of the Great Ocean Road sign.

  • Spot cute koalas lazing on the roadside and marvel at centuries-old eucalyptus and sequoia trees on a guided forest walk in Great Otway National Park.

  • Watch the raging waters crash against the 12 Apostles and listen to your guide recount the story behind Loch Ard Gorge and the area’s famous shipwrecks.

  • Did you know? Loch Ard Gorge has featured in the 1982 film, The Pirate Movie and the 1999 TV series, Journey to the Center of the Earth.

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  • Explore the Great Ocean Road on this full-day tour with access to national park entry fees, an audio translation app, & hassle-free transfers.

  • Savor morning tea and snacks by the ocean before heading to the Memorial Arch to snap Insta-worthy pictures in front of the Great Ocean Road sign.

  • Spot cute koalas lazing on the roadside and marvel at centuries-old eucalyptus and sequoia trees on a guided forest walk in Great Otway National Park.

  • Watch the raging waters crash against the 12 Apostles and listen to your guide recount the story behind Loch Ard Gorge and the area’s famous shipwrecks.

  • Did you know? Loch Ard Gorge has featured in the 1982 film, The Pirate Movie and the 1999 TV series, Journey to the Center of the Earth.

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AU$150
Tourist photographing the 12 Apostles at sunset on the Great Ocean Road.
People enjoying sunset view at 12 Apostles lookout, Great Ocean Road tour.
Great Ocean Road sunset with Twelve Apostles rock formations in view.
Woman observing a koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.
Loch Ard Gorge at sunset, Great Ocean Road tour, featuring cliffs and turquoise water.
Razorback rock formation along the Great Ocean Road with ocean waves below.
Woman walking on Anglesea River boardwalk with scenic view of water and greenery.
People walking on a beach at sunset near rock formations on the Great Ocean Road.
Woman viewing sunset at 12 Apostles on Great Ocean Road tour.
Van on Great Ocean Road under wooden archway, Australia.
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12 hr
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  • Take a sunset tour with hassle-free round-trip hotel transfers from Melbourne and a group of fellow travelers for company.

  • Walk along Anglesea River in the idyllic town of Anglesea and spot cute koalas on sweet-scented eucalyptus trees at Kennett River.

  • Visit Australia's most famous shipwreck site and listen to your guide narrate the tragic tale of Loch Ard. Then, spend time exploring rock formations like Razorback.

  • Watch a stunning sunset paint the sky pink and orange over the Southern Ocean from the 12 Apostles off Port Campbell National Park’s shore.

  • Fun fact: The Great Ocean Road was featured in the 1979 film, Mad Max.

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  • Take a sunset tour with hassle-free round-trip hotel transfers from Melbourne and a group of fellow travelers for company.

  • Walk along Anglesea River in the idyllic town of Anglesea and spot cute koalas on sweet-scented eucalyptus trees at Kennett River.

  • Visit Australia's most famous shipwreck site and listen to your guide narrate the tragic tale of Loch Ard. Then, spend time exploring rock formations like Razorback.

  • Watch a stunning sunset paint the sky pink and orange over the Southern Ocean from the 12 Apostles off Port Campbell National Park’s shore.

  • Fun fact: The Great Ocean Road was featured in the 1979 film, Mad Max.

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AU$159
Aerial view of the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
12 Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline, Australia.
Guided group walking through lush forest in Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road.
Sleeping koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road.
Visitors enjoying Loch Ard Gorge beach on the Great Ocean Road Day Tour.
Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.
Group of people standing by Twelve Apostles sign on Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell National Park.
Gibson Steps leading to beach along Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Tourists boarding buses for a forest walk on the Great Ocean Road Day Tour.
Girl feeding parrots on Great Ocean Road tour.
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13 hr
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  • Get ready for a day tour along the Great Ocean Road with multi-lingual audio guides that will share fascinating stories and facts throughout the journey.

  • Witness the majestic 12 Apostles up close and feel the power of nature at the Gibson Steps. Capture breathtaking photos that will leave you in awe.

  • Explore the beach at Loch Ard Gorge to witness stunning rock formations and breathtaking scenery.

  • Enjoy morning tea, a delightful lunch stop at Apollo Bay, and a guided forest walk among towering trees to get up and close with koalas and vibrant parrots.

  • Did you know? The Great Ocean Road is not only a scenic coastal drive but is also the world's largest war memorial, honoring the soldiers of World War I.

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  • Get ready for a day tour along the Great Ocean Road with multi-lingual audio guides that will share fascinating stories and facts throughout the journey.

  • Witness the majestic 12 Apostles up close and feel the power of nature at the Gibson Steps. Capture breathtaking photos that will leave you in awe.

  • Explore the beach at Loch Ard Gorge to witness stunning rock formations and breathtaking scenery.

  • Enjoy morning tea, a delightful lunch stop at Apollo Bay, and a guided forest walk among towering trees to get up and close with koalas and vibrant parrots.

  • Did you know? The Great Ocean Road is not only a scenic coastal drive but is also the world's largest war memorial, honoring the soldiers of World War I.

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Boardwalk overlooking ocean at sunset on Phillip Island.
Penguins walking along Summerland Beach during the Penguin Parade.
Blowholes and rock formations along Phillip Island's coastline.
Koala eating eucalyptus leaves at Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve.
Visitors observing a koala at a conservation reserve.
Visitors watching penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Boardwalk overlooking the ocean at Phillip Island, Australia.
Visitors entering Koala Conservation Reserve, Phillip Island.
Phillip Island penguins walking on sandy path surrounded by grass.
Tourists boarding air-conditioned coach bus for transfer to Montserrat Monastery.
Tourists wearing penguin hats on a coach to Phillip Island.
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10 hr
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  • Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip coach transfers included for your convenience.

  • Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.

  • Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.

  • Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.

  • Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

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  • Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip coach transfers included for your convenience.

  • Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.

  • Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.

  • Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.

  • Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

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AU$155
Aerial view of the Great Ocean Road winding along the coastline with turquoise waters and lush hills.
People walking on a beach near the 12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road.
Gibson Steps leading to beach along Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Couple sitting inside a large hollow tree along the Great Ocean Road forest walk.
Sleeping koala in a tree along the Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour.
Guided group walking through lush forest in Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road.
Great Ocean Walk sign overlooking coastline on Great Ocean Road, Victoria.
Woman at viewpoint overlooking 12 Apostles on Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Loch Ard Gorge beach with cliffs and turquoise water, Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Van parked by the ocean on Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour.
Gog and Magog rock formations along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coast with arch and cliffs.
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12 hr
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  • Witness the breathtaking beauty of the rugged cliffs and the turquoise waters of the Southern Ocean on this tour with a select few for company.

  • Enjoy the thrill of watching the waves crash against the stacked 12 Apostles as you climb down the jagged Gibson Steps.

  • Walk through cool fern gullies on your guided walk of Great Otway National Park Soak and catch koalas sleeping in their trees at Kennett River.

  • Upgrade your experience to enjoy seamless round-trip hotel transfers from Melbourne CBD or savour a picnic-style lunch during your trip.

  • Did you know? The 12 Apostles were formerly known as the Sow and Piglets but was officially renamed in the 1920s to attract customers.

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  • Witness the breathtaking beauty of the rugged cliffs and the turquoise waters of the Southern Ocean on this tour with a select few for company.

  • Enjoy the thrill of watching the waves crash against the stacked 12 Apostles as you climb down the jagged Gibson Steps.

  • Walk through cool fern gullies on your guided walk of Great Otway National Park Soak and catch koalas sleeping in their trees at Kennett River.

  • Upgrade your experience to enjoy seamless round-trip hotel transfers from Melbourne CBD or savour a picnic-style lunch during your trip.

  • Did you know? The 12 Apostles were formerly known as the Sow and Piglets but was officially renamed in the 1920s to attract customers.

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AU$138
Tourists jumping on the beach at Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road, with rock formations in the background.
Great Ocean Road entrance with war memorial statue of workers in Australia.
Couple walking on a wooden path through a lush green forest.
Kangaroos in lush greenery along the Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Great Ocean Road's Loch Ard Gorge with visitors on sandy beach, Melbourne tour.
Twelve Apostles rock formations along the Great Ocean Road coastline in Australia.
Woman gazing at Shipwreck Coast along Great Ocean Road, Australia.
Tourists at a viewpoint capturing the scenic view of the Great Ocean Road's coastal arch formation.
Razorback rock formation along the Great Ocean Road with ocean waves below.
Guided group walking through lush forest in Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road.
Transfer bus for Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour at sunset.
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  • Experience the iconic Great Ocean Road in reverse on this full-day guided tour. Get uninterrupted views of the 20-million-year-old 12 Apostles, minus the crowd.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch amidst the ancient rainforests of the Great Otway National Park.

  • Spot kangaroos and see the mountain ash, the longest flowering tree in the world, during your guided forest walk in Otway National Park.

  • Get round-trip transfers from Melbourne and enjoy views of Razorback rising from the ocean from Mutton Bird Island.

  • Did you know? The 12 Apostles do not have twelve limestone pillars, as the name suggests. There are only eight rock formations as of today.

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  • Experience the iconic Great Ocean Road in reverse on this full-day guided tour. Get uninterrupted views of the 20-million-year-old 12 Apostles, minus the crowd.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch amidst the ancient rainforests of the Great Otway National Park.

  • Spot kangaroos and see the mountain ash, the longest flowering tree in the world, during your guided forest walk in Otway National Park.

  • Get round-trip transfers from Melbourne and enjoy views of Razorback rising from the ocean from Mutton Bird Island.

  • Did you know? The 12 Apostles do not have twelve limestone pillars, as the name suggests. There are only eight rock formations as of today.

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AU$165
Colorful beach huts on Brighton Beach, part of the Phillip Island Tour.
Koala with animal handler at Moonlit Sanctuary, part of Phillip Island Tour.
Young woman feeding a kangaroo fruit from her hand in an outdoor setting.
Seals resting on rocky shore at Seal Rocks, Phillip Island.
Visitors watching penguins on the beach during the Phillip Island Penguin Parade tour.
Penguins gathering on the beach during the Phillip Island penguin parade.
Tourist feeding wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary, Phillip Island Tour.
Koala sitting on a branch at Moonlit Sanctuary, part of the Phillip Island Tour.
Animal handler with owl at Moonlit Sanctuary, Phillip Island Tour.
Visitors with a koala at Moonlit Sanctuary, Australia.
Tourists enjoying the scenic view at Nobbies, Phillip Island.
Girl watching penguin parade on Phillip Island tour.
Penguins walking on sand during the Phillip Island penguin parade tour.
Tourists wearing penguin hats on a coach to Phillip Island.
Tourist boarding coach at Tirana airport for Adventure Waterpark Desaru trip.
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  • Depart from Melbourne for a day tour of Philip Island and head to Brighton Beach, where the vibrant beach huts are a must-see

  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs to Moonlit Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet kangaroos, koalas, and more.

  • Visit Point Grant and The Nobbies to enjoy stunning views of Westernport Bay. Don't miss Seal Rocks – home to Australia's largest fur seal colony!

  • Go to Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you can hundreds of the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing at sea.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience and enjoy the parade from a prime vantage point.

  • Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

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  • Depart from Melbourne for a day tour of Philip Island and head to Brighton Beach, where the vibrant beach huts are a must-see

  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs to Moonlit Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet kangaroos, koalas, and more.

  • Visit Point Grant and The Nobbies to enjoy stunning views of Westernport Bay. Don't miss Seal Rocks – home to Australia's largest fur seal colony!

  • Go to Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you can hundreds of the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing at sea.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience and enjoy the parade from a prime vantage point.

  • Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

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AU$175

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Bill was an excellent tour guide. He was so knowledgeable and really made the day exceptional! Would highly recommend this tour to anyone!!

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Everything was great and the tour was awesome! Really great views to the ocean and even spotted a few koalas on the way! Highly reccommended!

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The great ocean drive and apostles days tour was as good as expected. Very scenic with good drive along the sea coastline. The 12 apostles are natural y beautiful views. The driver was very goos and safe driver and provided with good local information as and when safe to so.

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