Guided Tours

Great Ocean Road Premium Coach Tour

Name: Great Ocean Road Premium Coach Tour
Start: 2026-11-09T07:00:00
End: 2026-11-09T19:00:00
Location: Melbourne

5.0/5(85)

Jude G

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Noel our tour guide was good at all information about this tour. We had a grand time spending all our stops with him. Friendly caring and always looking after the tour group, we feel Welcome and safe. Also the lunch break was fabilous and we had the seafood platter, it was yummy! Thanks again Noel, we had a great time. Highly recommended. Jud&Gary.

Peter C

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The tour was superb - excellent organisation and the tour guide Jerry was professional, attentive to everyone and very knowledgeable particularly with all the historical information, which brought life and real meaning to the tour - a truly great experience and incredibly well organised - 5 star +

Noor I

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

One of the best and memorable experiences, despite the bleak weather. Glad that we did the reverse GOR tour as it helped to beat the crowd. The 12 Apostles is the highlight of the trip for us. A spectacular sight to behold. Our tour guide, Bill is kind, friendly, knowledgeable and engaging. I highly recommend opting for a small-group tour as it'll make the long day much more comfortable. Also, to consider taking seasickness pills for the 12-hour road trip, even though one doesn't normally get dizzy in vehicles.

Gabrielle F

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

This was truly an amazing experience. It was beautiful, connecting, and nature forward. We absolutely loved our guide Bill. He made the experience exactly as advterised and more! He was very kind, patient, knowledgeable, happy, and even good with kids. He also made sure to keep us on track, politely, so we could make it to all the stops. Fantastic day with fantastic vibes. He also remembered everyones name. This is absolutely worth with money.

Sunita S

Solo

Verified booking

May 2026

Safe diriving, engagging tour guide - amazing Steve. He never rush his "guests" as he called us travellers. It's a pity we couldn't get to see Kangaroo and Koala. It couldn't be helped because of a road accident which blocked the road on our way. But we got to see Bay of Island which was a stunning beauty. I would love to go there when the weather with favorable. I do recommend this tour with you guys.

Rachel S

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The tour was great. It is a long day with many stops but worth it. Learned a lot about Austrailia and got to see Koalas and kangaroos in nature. The drive along the coast was beautiful. Highly recommend this tour with the smaller bus so you get to spend a little more time at each stop.

Beat some of the crowds with a reverse Great Ocean Road tour that reaches the Twelve Apostles early in the day.

Travel in a luxury deluxe bus with round-trip Melbourne transfers, a small-group setting and expert commentary throughout.

Visit the Twelve Apostles, Mutton Bird Lookout, Razorback and Loch Ard Gorge to discover the coast's dramatic landscapes and shipwreck history.

Join a guided rainforest walk at Mait's Rest in Great Otway National Park, surrounded by towering trees and lush forest.

Look for wild koalas at Kennett River and keep an eye out for other native wildlife along the route.

Enjoy breaks in Apollo Bay and Anglesea, with lunch, evening tea and ice cream available to purchase at your own expense.

Full-day tour of Great Ocean Road

Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

Expert guide

Guided rainforest walk

Luxury deluxe bus

Vanilla flavor coke zero

TOTAL DURATION12 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)
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1. Colac
20 min
Stop at Colac for a quick morning tea and breakfast (own expense) before heading to the first stop in your tour.
2. Mutton Bird Lookout
20 min
3. Twelve Apostles
45 min
4. The Razorback
25 min
5. Loch Ard Gorge
Passes By
Mait's Rest
Apollo Bay
6. Kennett River
20 min
7. Anglesea
25 min
End point
Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

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
Jude G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Noel our tour guide was good at all information about this tour. We had a grand time spending all our stops with him. Friendly caring and always looking after the tour group, we feel Welcome and safe. Also the lunch break was fabilous and we had the seafood platter, it was yummy! Thanks again Noel, we had a great time. Highly recommended. Jud&Gary.
Peter C
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
The tour was superb - excellent organisation and the tour guide Jerry was professional, attentive to everyone and very knowledgeable particularly with all the historical information, which brought life and real meaning to the tour - a truly great experience and incredibly well organised - 5 star +
Dominique M
Solo
Verified booking
Sep 2026
A wonderful discovery of the coast and the Apostles by the ocean. Steeve, our friendly driver and guide, made the long trip very enjoyable.
Tania G
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Enjoyable day, even with the wet weather. Chocolate shop is a must do.
Noor I
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
One of the best and memorable experiences, despite the bleak weather. Glad that we did the reverse GOR tour as it helped to beat the crowd. The 12 Apostles is the highlight of the trip for us. A spectacular sight to behold. Our tour guide, Bill is kind, friendly, knowledgeable and engaging. I highly recommend opting for a small-group tour as it'll make the long day much more comfortable. Also, to consider taking seasickness pills for the 12-hour road trip, even though one doesn't normally get dizzy in vehicles.

Explore Victoria's spectacular coastline on a 12-hour reverse Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, combining iconic limestone formations, coastal lookouts, rainforest scenery and opportunities to spot native wildlife.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria) in Melbourne and board your air-conditioned vehicle for the journey. Travel inland first, with a morning stop in Colac where you can purchase breakfast or a hot drink at your own expense. Your expert guide will share stories about the region as you continue towards the coast.

Round-trip transfers are included, and the tour lasts approximately 12 hours.

What to expect

Twelve Apostles and coastal landmarks: Follow the reverse route to reach the Twelve Apostles early in the day. Admire the limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean before continuing to Mutton Bird Lookout and the Razorback for views of the rugged coastline.

Loch Ard Gorge and shipwreck history: Visit Loch Ard Gorge and hear the story of the 1878 Loch Ard shipwreck. Learn about the maritime history that has shaped this dramatic stretch of coastline.

Guided rainforest walk: Explore Mait's Rest in Great Otway National Park on a guided walk beneath towering trees. Discover the area's rainforest landscape while your guide shares insights into the local environment.

Wildlife spotting at Kennett River: Look among the eucalyptus trees for koalas resting in their natural habitat. You may also spot other native wildlife during the day's stops, although sightings are not guaranteed.

A break in Apollo Bay: Pause in this coastal town for lunch at your own expense. Enjoy time to recharge before continuing along the Great Ocean Road.

An Anglesea treat: Stop in Anglesea for evening tea and ice cream, available to purchase at your own expense.

Comfortable small-group travel: Enjoy the journey in a luxury deluxe bus with an expert guide, combining scenic stops, rainforest exploration and stories about the region's natural and maritime history.

What to bring

Bring water, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses for the day.

Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes suitable for outdoor stops and the guided rainforest walk.

Bring headphones if you need them during the journey.

What's not allowed

Follow your guide's instructions at each stop and stay within designated viewing areas.

Observe local safety guidance around coastal cliffs, lookouts and rainforest trails.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

The tour is not suitable for prams or strollers.

The itinerary includes outdoor stops and a guided rainforest walk.

Additional information

The meeting point is the Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria) in Melbourne.

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours.

Stops include Colac, Mutton Bird Lookout, the Twelve Apostles, the Razorback, Loch Ard Gorge, Mait's Rest, Kennett River, Apollo Bay and Anglesea.

Breakfast in Colac, lunch in Apollo Bay, and evening tea and ice cream in Anglesea are at your own expense.

The order and duration of stops may vary depending on weather, traffic and operational conditions.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience begins, subject to the ticket policy.

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