Guided Tours

Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots

Name: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour with Classic Spots
Start: 2026-11-13T07:30:00
End: 2026-11-13T19:30:00
Location: Melbourne

4.8/5(105)

Henner B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Very well-organized tour, with a very friendly and helpful bus driver who shared plenty of information about the history of the Great Ocean Road and its stops. In my opinion, they could have skipped the chocolate-making part, but that is just my view. Otherwise, an all-around great tour with breathtaking moments witnessing the power of nature! Highly recommended.

Jaspreet B

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Overall wonderful experience and a great ride with John. He not only gave us time to capture the beauty of place but also shared the history of the overall place and various spots. Must watch place with a wonderful driver- John.

Annemarie M

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

John Paul was a fantastic guide, had the best time on the great ocean road trip. It's stunning, lots of little stops on the way. I been wanting to do this trip for so long and it was a sunny beautiful day.

Katarzyna L

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Our guide, Augustin, was great! He told us some curiosities about Australia, calculated well time so we could enjoy views without any rush and he was funny! Thank you!

Michael H

Group

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Coach arrived on time and kept to schedule despite a number of passengers getting back late. Augustin the guide was knowledgeable, slightly odd sense of humour but generally good. The places visited were really impressive and I got many good photos.

Garry H

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Our guide was helpful and went out of his way to make a memorable trip for us We found Koalas in the wild , his restaurant recommendations were spot on . Overall a great trip and highly recommended, a must do trip to tick off your bucket list.

Start your Great Ocean Road adventure at the Chocolaterie, then stop at Memorial Arch for a photo at this iconic coastal landmark.

Enjoy ocean views in Lorne and sweeping coastal scenery at Cumberland River lookout, with time to explore Apollo Bay.

See the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles and hear the shipwreck stories behind Loch Ard Gorge.

Look out for wild koalas along Barham River Road and visit London Bridge, a striking natural rock formation on the coast.

Travel from Melbourne with round-trip transfers, a bilingual driver-guide and air-conditioned transport for a full day of sightseeing.

Full-day tour of Great Ocean Road

Round-trip transfers from Melbourne CBD

Bilingual driver-guide

Wildlife sightings

AC vehicle

Start point
Melbourne CBD
1. Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
Start your day with something sweet at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Take a morning break to grab a coffee, sample handmade chocolates or enjoy an ice cream before continuing along the coast.
2. Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
3. Lorne
4. Cumberland River Lookout
5. Apollo Bay
6. Barham River Road
7. Twelve Apostles
8. Loch Ard Gorge
9. London Arch (London Bridge)
End point
Melbourne CBD
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
Henner B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very well-organized tour, with a very friendly and helpful bus driver who shared plenty of information about the history of the Great Ocean Road and its stops. In my opinion, they could have skipped the chocolate-making part, but that is just my view. Otherwise, an all-around great tour with breathtaking moments witnessing the power of nature! Highly recommended.
Sinead D
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Really great tour, Augustine was a great guide and made the tour really fun
Jeanier E
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The driver was very accommodating and gave us many special memories
Adrian C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Spectacular views and a great day out
Annemarie M
Solo
Verified booking
Sep 2026
John Paul was a fantastic guide, had the best time on the great ocean road trip. It's stunning, lots of little stops on the way. I been wanting to do this trip for so long and it was a sunny beautiful day.

Follow the Great Ocean Road on a full-day journey from Melbourne, taking in coastal towns, dramatic limestone formations, scenic lookouts and opportunities to spot native wildlife.

Getting started

Meet your driver-guide at your selected pickup point or arrange transfers according to your booking option. Settle into an air-conditioned vehicle for the 12-hour tour, with a bilingual driver-guide sharing information about the region and its landmarks along the way. Check your booking confirmation for the exact pickup details.

What to expect

A sweet start to the day: Begin at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, where you can pick up a chocolate treat before continuing along the coast.

Iconic coastal stops: Pause at Memorial Arch for photos, enjoy sea views in Lorne and take in the cliffs and ocean scenery from Cumberland River lookout.

Time in Apollo Bay: Stop in this seaside town for lunch at your own expense. It's a good opportunity to relax and enjoy the coastal setting before the afternoon's sightseeing.

The Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge: See the famous limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean, then visit Loch Ard Gorge and learn about the shipwreck history associated with this stretch of coast.

Wildlife and natural landmarks: Keep an eye out for koalas along Barham River Road. Finish the coastal sightseeing with a visit to London Bridge, known for its distinctive natural rock formation.

What to bring

Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle.

Carry some money or a payment card for lunch in Apollo Bay and any purchases at the Chocolaterie.

Additional information

Duration: Approximately 12 hours.

Transfers and pickup arrangements depend on the option selected at booking. Check your confirmation for the exact meeting point or pickup details.

Lunch and any food or drinks purchased during stops are at your own expense.

Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals are seen in their natural habitat.

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

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience begins, subject to the booking terms.

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