Guided Tours

Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots

Name: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots
Start: 2026-08-06T07:30:00
End: 2026-08-06T19:30:00
Location: Melbourne

Duration

12 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

4.8/5(84)

Do H

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

An Unforgettable Great Ocean Road Experience The Great Ocean Road is an extraordinary journey that truly deserves its reputation as one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives. Every stop along the route offers a distinct and memorable experience. Lorne captivates with its relaxed seaside charm and pristine waters, while the Cumberland River Lookout presents a stunning panorama where the river meets the vast ocean. Apollo Bay is serene and picturesque, evoking the beauty of a perfect coastal postcard. Along Barham River Road, encountering koalas in their natural habitat adds a rare and delightful highlight to the day. The iconic Twelve Apostles stand in breathtaking grandeur, and the dramatic formations at Loch Ard Gorge and London Arch showcase the raw beauty and power of nature. The entire journey is seamlessly organised, with a well-paced itinerary and exceptionally comfortable transport. Our sincere thanks to Mr John Paul, who was both a knowledgeable and attentive guide as well as a skilled driver. His insights and professionalism greatly enriched our experience. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment, capturing countless beautiful photos and creating lasting memories of our time in Melbourne, Australia. From Huong Do Thi Thu, May 1st 2026.

Bùi H

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Donnie is super warm and friendly man, he gave great support to all member of the group . He has verious knowledge about this tour and much experience ti share with us. Beside that the view is beautiful , specially Twelve Apostles is incredible , amazing . Only one point I do not make it 5 star that One thing we were not aware of beforehand was that the route is very winding, with many sharp turns, which can easily cause motion sickness. Unfortunately, we were not prepared for this. If possible, it would be very helpful for future travelers if this information could be communicated in advance.

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.

Full-day tour of Great Ocean Road

Round-trip transfers from Melbourne CBD

Bilingual driver-guide

Wildlife sightings

AC vehicle

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Do H
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
An Unforgettable Great Ocean Road Experience The Great Ocean Road is an extraordinary journey that truly deserves its reputation as one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives. Every stop along the route offers a distinct and memorable experience. Lorne captivates with its relaxed seaside charm and pristine waters, while the Cumberland River Lookout presents a stunning panorama where the river meets the vast ocean. Apollo Bay is serene and picturesque, evoking the beauty of a perfect coastal postcard. Along Barham River Road, encountering koalas in their natural habitat adds a rare and delightful highlight to the day. The iconic Twelve Apostles stand in breathtaking grandeur, and the dramatic formations at Loch Ard Gorge and London Arch showcase the raw beauty and power of nature. The entire journey is seamlessly organised, with a well-paced itinerary and exceptionally comfortable transport. Our sincere thanks to Mr John Paul, who was both a knowledgeable and attentive guide as well as a skilled driver. His insights and professionalism greatly enriched our experience. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment, capturing countless beautiful photos and creating lasting memories of our time in Melbourne, Australia. From Huong Do Thi Thu, May 1st 2026.
Juan O
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Amaizing! In so happy and totally recommend it. Our driver/guide was the best! He does the best he can to offer us a good experience. Thank you
Dong I
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The guide Tony has done a great job for us. Is was wonderful for me and the places that you have to see in you life once.
Navin G
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Fantastic Drive, lovely and Captivating Views. Driver /Operator/ Commentator/Guide/Photographer David HSU was courtous
Ravi R
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Mr Vance is a gentleman. He is well informed about the routes, sites. He clicked best pictures for me. Thank you Vance.

Start with something sweet

Your day begins with a convenient pickup from Melbourne CBD, followed by a morning break at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Grab a coffee or a chocolate treat to set the tone for the coastal drive ahead.

Memorial Arch & the charm of Lorne

Continue to the Memorial Arch, where you’ll learn about the workers who carved this famous route into the cliffs. Then make your way to Lorne—a laid‑back seaside town where the ocean feels close enough to touch.

Scenic lookout & a relaxed lunch by the sea

Pull over at the Cumberland River lookout for sweeping views of rugged cliffs meeting the Southern Ocean. Afterwards, enjoy free time in Apollo Bay, where you can choose a café or simply unwind with an ocean‑view lunch (at your own expense).

Koalas in the wild & coast-hugging vistas

Head inland briefly to Barham River Road, a well‑known habitat for wild koalas lounging in eucalyptus canopies. Continue along the coastline until the landscape opens up to the grandeur of the Twelve Apostles—massive limestone pillars rising from swirling blue waters.

Loch Ard Gorge & a finale at London Bridge

Walk into the dramatic curves of Loch Ard Gorge, where your guide shares the gripping tale of the 1878 shipwreck. End your journey at London Bridge, a striking natural arch that rewards you with peaceful, lesser‑visited coastal views before you make your way back to Melbourne.

What to bring

Bring water, headphones, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and a jacket for the tour.

Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair and pram/ stroller accessible.

Guests with cardiac issues are restricted from participating in this experience.

Additional information

Please inform the driver of your booking name as the driver would have a name list of all the lead passengers.

The tour will stop at Apollo Bay for lunch (at your own expense).

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Pick-up points

This tour includes pick-up and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please specify the pick-up point.

This is applicable to designated pick-up locations.

On the day of your tour, please arrive at the location 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.