3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Small-Group Tour via Great Ocean Road Grampians
Overview
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72 hours
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The ultimate adventure for anyone heading to Adelaide with three full days of beaches, mountains, rainforest and wildlife. From sunsets at the beach to sunrises over high mountain ranges this tour will take you on a journey deep into the heart of Victoria’s outback. An almost spiritual experience that will prepare you well for your journey to the ‘city of churches’ – Adelaide!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A moderate level of fitness is require to complete the walks involved in this itinerary.
This fare price is basic dormitory style accommodation only applies to Adults 18+ and over. Not suitable for infants or children 17 years old and under.
Accommodation upgrades are not available online and must be booked directly with the tour operator. Children aged between 6 to 17 years old are required to stay in standard private accommodation and must be accompanied by a legal guardian or adult.
Limited storage space on our buses, each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions.
Vegetarian meals options are available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
2 nights Hostel dormitory accommodation with shared bathroom facilities
Dinner
Expert driver guide, with live tour commentary spoken in English
Australian wildlife sightings, in the wild!
One-way transfer from Melbourne to Adelaide
Aboriginal history and cultural experience
All national park entrance fees
Food and drinks, unless specified
What To Expect
Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Accommodations
Overnight dormitory accommodation in Warrnambool at the end of the Great Ocean Road. Shared bathroom facilities.
Melbourne
Get ready—our adventure begins soon! The bus is on its way, so grab your gear, feel the excitement, and let's hit the road! This 3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide tour is the ultimate adventure for anyone heading to Adelaide with three full days of beaches, mountains, rainforest and wildlife.
Enjoy a stroll along the beach or a photo opportunity under the famous historic gateway, known as the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.
Apollo Bay
Feel the vibe of a small seaside coastal town.
Great Otway National Park
Take a guided rainforest walk through the ancient wonders of Great Otway National Park, where every step reveals the timeless beauty of one of Victoria’s most enchanting natural landscapes. Wander beneath towering tree ferns and centuries-old myrtle beech trees as your expert guide brings the forest to life with stories of its rich biodiversity, Indigenous heritage, and hidden ecosystems.
The Twelve Apostles
Enjoy the magnificent views from the Twelve Apostles Lookout, where nature’s raw power and timeless beauty come together in one of Australia’s most iconic coastal vistas.
Loch Ard Gorge
Be surrounded by the towering limestone cliffs, as you dip your toes in the crisp ocean water of Loch Ard Gorge.
Warrnambool
Overnight accommodation is in the coastal town of Warrnambool.
Great Ocean Road
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the legendary Great Ocean Road — one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. Stretching over 240 kilometres of breathtaking coastline in Victoria, Australia, this iconic route winds past rugged cliffs, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and charming seaside towns.
Great Ocean Road to Grampians
Accommodations
Overnight dormitory accommodation in Halls Gap, heart of the Grampians National Park. Shared bathroom facilities.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Warrnambool
Walk along the beautiful clifftop keeping your eye out for seals as they frolic along the shoreline. Look for Southern Wright whales at Logan’s Beach during the birthing season (June to September)
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
On the second day, visit the Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano, rich in Aboriginal history and an abundance of wildlife.
Halls Gap
Spend time in the heart of the Grampians exploring this quaint rural town.
The Pinnacle
Scale a mountain! Hike to the top of this spectacular vantage point with views to capture your soul for a lifetime.
Grampians
We stay overnight in Halls Gap, heart of the Grampians National Park.
Grampians National Park
Discover the natural splendour and cultural richness of Grampians National Park (Gariwerd), a spectacular wilderness in western Victoria renowned for its rugged mountain ranges, dramatic sandstone cliffs, and ancient Aboriginal heritage.
Grampians to Adelaide
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
MacKenzie Falls
Journey to the bottom of this powerful waterfall. Take the time whole down there to cool off in the refreshing mist.
Reed Lookout
Enjoy some breath-taking views from Reeds Lookout
The Balconies
Sensational experience as you walk out to the iconic rock structure high over the Victoria Valley.
Horsham
We leave the Grampians west towards Horsham, crossing the Victorian and South Australian border. (occasionally, we use coach transfers, in partnership with V-Line)
Adelaide
As we roll back to your pick-up point, sit back, relax, and relive the magic of the day—full of epic sights, laughs, and unforgettable moments. Make the journey on to your next adventure in Adelaide, arriving into the city at approx. 7:30pm.
Options
Basic Dormitory - Adult 18+
Basic Hostel Accommodation: Basic dormitory style accommodation, with shared bedroom & bathroom facilities.
This fare price applies to Adults 18+ over.
Budget: This travel option is for those wanting to meet new people and socialise with fellow like-minded travellers on a budget.
Duration: 3 days: 3-day / 2-night soft adventure trip of a lifetime
Meals as indicated
3-day Melbourne to Adelaide: Day 1 - Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Day 2 - Great Ocean Road to Grampians
Day 3 - Grampians to Adelaide
Mitsubishi Rosa (24-seater): We travel in modern 24-seater vehicles that have high backs, non-reclining seats, and seat belts.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience at the 3-Day-Tour from Melbourne to Adelaide
svenjanicoleh,
Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just finished my 3-day-tour in Adelaide and it was a great experience. Our tour guide "J-dog" alias Janet was the best. Always in good spirit, singing, she was very knowledgeable about everything, was super friendly and a great pal. The Tour was great, beautiful sceneries along The Great Ocean Road, many animals in the National Parks, we saw koalas, kakadoos, kookaburras, kangagooes etc.and the bushwalks were nice too. The accomodations were great, only 3 people in a room, the food was amazing. I also met some nice people, even from Switzerland. I can only recommend this tour, I loved it.
The fantastic 3 day Melbourne to Adelaide Great Ocean Road and Grampian tour
Getaway791743,
Oct 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A fantastic experience! This was an absolutely wonderful tour made so by our guide/driver Craig. He was so incredibly knowledgeable not just on the animals, birds, plant-life and culture of the people of the area, new and old. Not only did we see the promised sights, but with efficiency and getting up a bit earlier, he took to us to many other wonderful sights as well, that improved the already great experience. Being extremely well travelled and having led tours in many parts of Australia, he was able to to give us wide perspective on how what we were seeing could be both unique and similar to other places in the world. He had an incredible sense of humour which put a smile on many of our faces. It was wonderful seeing the natural beauty of this part of the world. Our only reservation in not giving the tour 5 stars was because despite the fact that our tour was only half of the maximum number of people that the bus could take, the seats were cramped, without much leg room and there were no bins overhead to put small carry on bags into.
Amazing 3 days
Amandine G,
Jul 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing 3 days, our guide Jannet was great, we discovered so much and met a lot of wild life, saw magnificent landscape. Good food and good accommodations 😊
3 day adventure
natashacM7637IW,
Jun 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, we had Craig as our tour guide for the 3 day trip and he was great!! We got to see a lot of view points and did lots of walks and hikes. Saw lots of animals in the wild and had a great group of people to spend the 3 days with. He made my birthday away from home super special!! Thanksssss!!
They go extra mile to show you Great Ocean Road
223bos,
Feb 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They say don't visit Great Ocean Road in one day and they were right. 3 Day Great Ocean Road to Grampians was amazing exploration of natural beauty of Australia South coast with knowledgeable, professional and supper fun guide (Jordan for us). Small group promoted easy interaction with people from different countries. It is what we were presented past 12 Apostles was the most interesting: London Bridge, Island Bay, Martyr's Bay. Grampians Park offered us viewing of wildlife in natural habitat: Kangaroos, wallabies, koalas ( that we learned are not bears). We recommend the tour and this company as the experience was seamless from the time of booking to the finish. Thank you Jordan, James and somewhat Mr. Burns.
Good experience
Travel40144012041,
Aug 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Jane and Chris are two extraordinary guides, they make this tour always interesting and never boring by coloring it with local stories and songs. The tour along the Great Oceans Road is certainly of extraordinary beauty. The guides take you to discover even lesser-known and less touristy places, giving you the right amount of time to explore, take photos and give detailed information. There is always time for a coffee break along the way. Hikes require good physical shape, but even for the most demanding ones, Jane offers you an easier alternative. The barbecue is simple and the breakfast is prepared taking into account people's dietary needs. The first hotel to host us was a good solution, simple and clean. The second was in a more suggestive location, with a nice hall to spend the evening in, the dormitories were simple, perhaps a little too cold if you went between the various rooms or if you had breakfast in the main hall in the morning. Overall it was a good experience.
Great time at the great ocean road trip ;)!
yvonw294,
Mar 10, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this trip on my own and was quite worried I wouldn't meet anyone. I met loads of great people who I still stay in contact with! Our group had a total of 19 people between the age of 20 and 70-ish. Our tour guide Ash was great, he was very very very knowledgeable, friendly and easy-going. I highly recommend this trip!
Great way to see a lot of the southern coast
Latifrons 88,
Feb 28, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were only in Australia for two weeks. We traveled to see the Australian Open and we have some friends who live in Adelaide. This was the perfect tour. The tour picks you up from one of the various locations in a smaller bus (seats about 20 or more). The bus is tight but there is room for a backpack and a piece of luggage. You depart from Melbourne, and if you are lucky you will get Peter. He was an amazing tour guide. As we traveled along the great ocean road, Peter made many quick stops for photos and told us about a lot of the history. You get great views of the ocean, stop in a portion of the rain forest all on the first day. The accommodations are pretty great for the price. You get a couple lunches and breakfasts, and dinners, and you will stay two nights in a hostel with shared rooms. If youre a couple opt for the private room, its like $20 AD extra or you could pay a little more and get an actual motel. We saw wild koalas, emus, lizards, kangaroos and wallabies. I dont like animal sanctuaries or zoos, so seeing them in the wild and up close was an amazing experience. The twelve apostles were amazing and so are the water falls. The hike in the Grampians was very beautiful, but you should be aware that it is a long hike and very steep. Pack lots of water as it was like 110 degree F. Most of our group couldnt make and decided to wait for the rest of us to finish. But the view is totally worth the hike! Overall, this was an amazing experience. If you are short on time and you want to see a lot I highly recommend this tour. And I can not stress how good our tour guide was. Peter was so friendly and an expert on a lot of topics. He played great music and made sure everyone was having a good time. I was skeptical of this type of tour, but I would use Wildlife Tours again, because I felt like we got our moneys worth!
An enjoyable way to get to Adelaide
emmamck123,
Jan 31, 2020
- Review from Viator
4.00Great tour, very busy and a lot of activities packed into 3 days. Guide was brilliant. Would like to see more tours with less hiking involved as the trip to the Grampians was quite demanding and I feel easier options need to be made available for those who do not wish to hike or cannot due to health reasons. The accommodation was good for the trip and the bbq was brilliant. I feel breakfast and lunches could have been slightly better and had some juice included.
Excellent tour
Cosmopolitan581072,
Dec 11, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We completed the 3 days GOR and Grampians tour. The whole experience was excellent, the tour was well organised, the accommodation was good for the price and the sights were amazing. Special mention to our tour guide Guy who really made the experience, he was very approachable and friendly and shared lots of facts along the way. Would definitely recommend the tour to anyone wanting to travel the GOR.
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