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Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Reverse Tour

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.

Duration

12 hr

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Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Skip the crowds and enjoy a more personalized reverse tour of the Great Ocean Road, complete with hassle-free round-trip transfers and an experienced guide.

    • 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.

    • Full-day tour of Great Ocean Road
    • Small group of up to 12 people
    • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne CBD
    • Round-trip hotel transfer from Melbourne CBD (as per option selected)
    • Expert guide
    • Guided forest walk
  • TOTAL DURATION12 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
    Timeline
    Map
    Melbourne
    Start point

    Melbourne

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    Winchelsea

    1. Winchelsea

    15 min
    Twelve Apostles

    2. Twelve Apostles

    40 min
    Gibson Steps

    3. Gibson Steps

    20 min
    The Razorback

    4. The Razorback

    25 min
    Loch Ard Gorge

    5. Loch Ard Gorge

    30 min
    Maits Rest

    6. Maits Rest

    25 min
    Kennett River

    7. Kennett River

    20 min
    Teddy's Lookout

    8. Teddy's Lookout

    10 min
    Melbourne
    End point

    Melbourne

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    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 242 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Tariq

    Tariq

    Jul 2025
    Verified Partner Review
    Best way to see the Great Ocean Road without driving. Guide knew all the secret spots. 10/10.
    Nadia

    Nadia

    Jul 2025
    Verified Partner Review
    AMAZING day! The guide was a legend and we saw so much. Would recommend to anyone visiting Melbourne.
    Tomas

    Tomas

    Jul 2025
    Verified Partner Review
    The best tour I’ve done in Australia. Guide (Ann) was amazing!
    Zara

    Zara

    Jul 2025
    Verified Partner Review
    Good trip, great guide, but I wish the lunch was a bit better. The views are worth it.
    Jean

    Jean

    Jul 2025
    Verified Partner Review
    Did this solo and had a blast. The group was friendly and the guide Ann was super energetic. The views are just out of this world. Bit windy but nothing a hoodie can’t fix.
  • World-famous iconic sights

    Your adventure begins in a quaint rural town, perfect for stretching your legs and enjoying a morning coffee (at your own expense). From there, you'll head straight to the world-famous Twelve Apostles, arriving early to savor the majestic limestone formations without the usual crowds.

    Breathtaking ocean views and cool rock formations

    The adventure continues to the narrow and jagged Razorback, a rock formation created by the wind-blown spray of the surf over the centuries and the secluded Loch Ard Gorge beach where you can listen to your guide tell you the shipwreck history story that gave its name. Head on to the 86-staircase Gibson Steps to see the two jutting rocks, Gog and Magog rising from the ocean.

    Australia’s natural wonders at its best

    The adventure takes you into the heart of Great Otway National Park for a short rainforest walk, where you walk through the mossy ferns and giant birch trees before heading on to Kenneth River. Look up to see some koalas hugging the trees and colorful rosellas flying by. End your journey at Lorne, a charming seaside town where you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the Southern Ocean from Teddy’s Lookout.

  • What to bring

    • Bring water, headphones, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a small backpack of 5 to 7 kg, and a jacket for the tour.
    • Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?
    • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

    What’s not allowed

    • Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.

    Additional information

    • The tour starts at 6.50am from State Theatre in Arts Centre Melbourne.
    • The tour stops for lunch at Port Campbell or Apollo Bay (at your own expense).
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting Point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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