Great Ocean Road Discovery from Melbourne: 12 Apostles, koalas and coastal scenery
From €35 per personThe tour lasts around 12 hours and combines considerable driving distance with numerous stops.Final booking with external provider
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4.9/5 · 285 reviews

Full-day tour from Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Discovery from Melbourne: 12 Apostles, koalas and coastal scenery

★★★★★ 12 h · €35 price from per person
From €35 per person languages: English and Mandarin

A full-day tour of around 12 hours covering some of the Great Ocean Road's best-known landscapes without having to drive, with transport and a bilingual driver-guide.

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⚡ Air-conditioned transport with pickup and drop-off at designated locations. · The final price may vary by date and availability.

The itinerary may change because of weather or road conditions. Reserve now, pay later is listed as available according to the published information.

✔ Stops at the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge.
✔ Travel through Lorne, Apollo Bay, Anglesea and Memorial Arch.
✔ The tour looks for wild koalas along the way, but sightings are not guaranteed.
✔ Air-conditioned transport with pickup and drop-off at designated locations.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Travellers who want to see the Great Ocean Road's main highlights in one day
  • People who would rather not drive
  • Couples
  • Photographers
  • Nature lovers

How long does it take?

The tour lasts around 12 hours and combines considerable driving distance with numerous stops.

What's included?

  • Bilingual English- and Mandarin-speaking driver-guide
  • Pickup and drop-off at designated locations
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Tolls, parking and fuel
  • Stops at Anglesea, Memorial Arch, Lorne, Apollo Bay, Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge

Is it worth it?

It can be a strong option if you want to cover several Great Ocean Road icons in one day from Melbourne without renting a car. If flexibility and long stays at each location are your priority, self-driving may suit you better.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Confirm your pickup point and tour language, budget separately for lunch and drinks, and do not book on the assumption of a particular sunset or guaranteed koala sighting.

Major icons in one daySee several of the Great Ocean Road's most famous stops during a single organised day from Melbourne.
No need to driveTransport, tolls, parking and fuel are included.
Bilingual driver-guideThe service is offered in English and Mandarin Chinese.
Coast and wildlifeCombine coastal formations, towns along the route and the possibility of spotting wild koalas.

📖 What to expect

The tour departs from designated pickup points in Melbourne. The route passes through Anglesea, includes a photo stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, then continues to Lorne and Apollo Bay.

Around one hour is set aside in Apollo Bay for lunch at your own expense. The second half focuses on the major coastal landmarks, with approximately 50 minutes at the Twelve Apostles, 30 minutes at Loch Ard Gorge and 20 minutes at London Bridge.

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Photo stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.

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Around one hour for lunch in Apollo Bay.

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Scheduled time at the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge.

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A convenient way to fit the Great Ocean Road's main highlights into one organised day, although time at some stops is relatively limited.

What is included and what to budget for

The tour includes an English- and Mandarin-speaking bilingual driver-guide, pickup and drop-off at designated locations, air-conditioned transport, tolls, parking, fuel and the scheduled itinerary stops.

Food, drinks, guide tips, personal expenses and personal travel insurance are not included.

Twelve Apostles Loch Ard Gorge London Bridge Apollo Bay

TourBookGo practical view

A convenient way to fit the Great Ocean Road's main highlights into one organised day, although time at some stops is relatively limited.

With a 4.9/5 rating from 285 reviews, feedback is particularly positive about professional driver-guides, safe driving, punctuality, the number of stops and value for money. The main limitation is fitting considerable distance and many sights into a single day.

12 happroximate duration
4.9/5285 reviews
€35price from per person
2languages: English and Mandarin

🗣️ TourBookGo practical view

Reviews particularly highlight the professionalism of the driver-guides and safe driving.

Punctuality and the number of stops are among the positively rated aspects.

Some travellers would prefer more time at individual stops.

Booking, pickup and conditions

Published pickup options include 270 Queen St, 42 Russell St and 220 Spencer St. Confirm your assigned location when booking, along with the departure time, language and final price.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Date changes within 24 hours of departure are subject to a 50% fee. Travellers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Price and key details

From €35 per person

From €35 per person

Check the final price, departure time, language and availability for your chosen date before completing the booking.

DurationAround 12 hours
LanguagesEnglish and Mandarin Chinese
Rating4.9/5 · 285 reviews
CancellationFree up to 24 hours before departure
AccessibilityNot wheelchair accessible
ProviderAZB TOURIST PTY LTD
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Who is this tour best for?

It is particularly practical for first-time Melbourne visitors, travellers with limited time, anyone who would rather not drive and those who want to combine several famous viewpoints and coastal formations in one day.

It may be less suitable if you want complete freedom, several hours of hiking or a long time at each stop. The roughly 12-hour duration may also feel demanding.

First-time Melbourne visitors Travellers with limited time Couples and photographers Nature lovers

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long is the Great Ocean Road tour?
The stated duration is around 12 hours from Melbourne.
Is food included?
No. Around one hour is set aside in Apollo Bay for lunch at your own expense, and food and drinks are not included.
Are koala sightings guaranteed?
No. The tour looks for wild koalas along the way, but wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No. The published information states that the tour is not wheelchair accessible.

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