Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne
Overview
Available languages
13 hours
Mobile ticket
Travel along the Great Ocean Road on a day trip from Melbourne. This iconic stretch of coastal road is famous for its surf beaches, koalas, rainforest, the Shipwreck Coast and of course the spectacular 12 Apostles. Explore the stunning Loch Ard Gorge and marvel at the views from all the best lookouts within the Port Campbell National Park. Wander through seaside towns such as Apollo Bay as well as have time to explore other beautiful beaches and walks.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not suitabled for wheelchairs, prams or stroller accessible, please do not bring on tour as you will be asked to leave at the hotel.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For this tour we have a translation app that can translate all guide commentary to the languages listed above. The traveler just needs to ask their guide or request this on the date of departure and we can advise them of how to download and listen.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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! We depart from Melbourne at 7:35am sharp, and head over the Westgate Bridge towards the surf coast capital. It's recommended guests eat breakfast before the tour as we don't stop until mid-morning.
Serendip Sanctuary
Enjoy morning tea and wildlife sightings from Serendip Sanctuary located west of Melbourne on the road down to the Great Ocean Road.
What‘s Included
Live tour commentary spoken in English
Expert driver guided tour experience
Roundtrip transportation to and from Melbourne
Air-conditioned coach travel with onboard WIFI
Australian wildlife sightings, over morning tea
Admission to Great Ocean Road National Park
Lunch at own expense
Personal expenses
Options
Great Ocean Road Tour
Take in the sights as you flow along the Great Ocean Road. From famous surf beaches to rainforests to the infamous 12 Apostles and Shipwreck Coast.
World famous Great Ocean Road
Duration: 13 hours
Coastal sightseeing route
Medium-sized vehicles: Our modern vehicles range from 24-39 seats with air conditioning and seat belts designed for long-haul comfort.
Reviews
541 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bus not made for tall people!
Lynne M,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00If you are tall (178 cm/5’10” or more), the seats are too small. Knees in back of seat in front of you! We sat in back & had 2 seats each so we could sit sideways which was the best we could do. Luckily bus wasn’t completely full. 12 hrs is a long trip to not be comfortable. Unfortunately, we have found this often with our travels. I did contact tour company ahead of booking it but hard to get answers as to seating etc. Tour guide was great. Did not talk too much. Gave good commentary when he did. Lunch was delicious. Chicken sandwich was cold and lettuce/veg’s were crispy & fresh. Sandwich was not soggy, very good. Views were wonderful as expected.
Do It!!
LaurieWettstead,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great opportunity to see several sites along the Great Ocean Road without the hassle of renting a car. Plus we had a great guide/driver, Joe, who went out of his way to give us an opportunity to see koalas and kangaroos in addition to some history and interesting folklore. It was a small, comfortable motorcoach with wifi and plenty of quick stops to use the loo. Although a long day it went by very quickly.
Must have seen
Udo B,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting much seen and also very good information learned from the companion. It was a very nice day
Bang for your buck trip
Karen K,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver/guide was Joel. He was very professional. Friendly and knowledgeable. He was a safe driver too which was really important for such a long day trip. The view was stunning and we saw Australian wild animals along the way. Thank you Joel. We had a great day. The trip is definitely bang for your buck!
Great Ocean Road Bus Trip
Heather O,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed the Great Ocean Road trip. It was a long day, but our bus driver, Lauren, kept us entertained. We learned a lot about Australia. We stopped at different places which made the trip interesting. Highlights were seeing the 12 Apostles, koalas in the wild and a really beautiful rainforest walk. Great would recommend this trip to anyone looking for an adventure outside of the city.
Beautiful vistas. Miles and miles of coast…
Gary P,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The scenery is beautiful. The bus ride is VERY long. There are multiple stops along the route; koala spotting, small town lunch stop, ANZAC memorial and breathtaking ocean views (only on the right hand side of the bus). Be prepared to have a long drive to arrive at the first destination and the ride back. Have a USB wire with you for your IPhone.
Tom was an excellent...
Yolanda P,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tom was an excellent guide. He provided interesting commentary and pointed out and stopped for wild kangaroos and koalas during the drive. The bus was comfortable and the scenery was beautiful. If you request a gluten free meal- bring your own utensils as none were provided.
This is the best tour...
Padmi K,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is the best tour from Melbourne. The view is amazing. Love it. Will recommend it to friends and families. Perhaps I will even go back there.
Retired
LeeCheng L,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent trip arrangement. Joel is an excellent tour guide with in-depth explanation of each place we visited.
Awesome trip with professional tour guides
Vinod P,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Despite the rain, the whole trip was amazing. Made possible by two Amazing tour guides Mark and Anthony
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