Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a seamless journey with your friendly bilingual driver-guide

Travel the scenic morning coastal route for the best light and breathtaking ocean views

Marvel at the iconic Twelve Apostles and explore the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge

Discover London Bridge — an impressive stop rarely featured in standard tours

Start your adventure with a delightful visit to the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie

Savor a relaxing lunch in Apollo Bay with spectacular seaside vistas

Take in panoramic views from Lorne and Cumberland River Lookout

Spot wild koalas resting among the eucalyptus trees

Snap memorable photos at the historic Memorial Arch

Ride in comfort on an air-conditioned coach with convenient CBD pick-ups

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Start your day with a refreshing break at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Grab a delicious coffee and pastries—perfect if you missed breakfast or need a morning energy boost.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a historic landmark that marks the start of this scenic coastal drive and honors the road’s builders.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Bilingual driver-guide

Toll fees

Air-conditioned vehicle

Gratuities

Fuel surcharge

Parking Fees

Personal expenses

Personal insurance

Other expenses that are not mentioned

Accommodation

Meals and beverages

Options

Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond

Pickup included

Reviews

4.39

31 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful day trip
Andrea M,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very amazing experience in a beautiful area of Victoria. The program was absolutely perfect with the most iconic spot of the great ocean road. The guide/driver was kind, friendly and always available to answer questions.
Our driver cum guide...
KianTat K,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Our driver cum guide Vance provides useful information along the way and ensures the group meets the various timelines. He also volunteered to take photos for the group and crack jokes to make the journey lively.
Great experience, wrong company
Michal C,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The views during the tour were amazing and worth the time. But...the "bus" was very uncomfortable and during such a long trip it makes a difference. The driver barely spoke English and was a bit passive-aggresive towards some passengers.
Bus and Coach Charter: Would pick a different company next time!
GelberFlieger,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
We joined a Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne with Bus and Coach Charter, and while there were a few positives, the overall experience wasn’t great. Positives: Our guide, Vance, did his best to share meaningful information throughout the drive, and the selection of stops and viewpoints was well planned. The tour price was also quite affordable. Negatives: The coach was completely full, and since we were picked up last, we had to squeeze into the very back row. Unless you have a window seat on the left side, you won’t see much of the scenery, which defeated a lot of the purpose of the trip. Getting on and off the bus from the last row took around three minutes each time, cutting into the already short stops. The tour commentary was bilingual (English and Chinese). Normally that wouldn’t be a problem, but several passengers kept chatting loudly during the explanations, making it difficult to understand the guide. The biggest issue happened on the return to Melbourne. The bus started slowing down for no clear reason, and after a break at a gas station it broke down completely. After several attempts, the driver managed to get it running again, but we arrived back in Melbourne with a significant delay. Summary: Although there were some good aspects, we’d recommend choosing a different company. With so many Great Ocean Road tours available, it’s worth selecting one with a more reliable bus and a better chance of enjoying the scenery.
It was a great...
Mayank A,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great experience. Our captain Tony was informative and helpful. He took us all the places and even changed the trip itinerary as per adverse weather to cover all spots and avoided rains.
Highly recommended
Aashish Y,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Vance is a lovely guide. He ensured a safe and pleasant trip for everyone. He also spotted a Koala for us! Highly recommend this tour!
Great ocean road
Dinesh V,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience and just enough time at each spot to get pics and a flavour of the trip Add on was the viewing of the koalas in the trees
Vance is very nice and...
MariaBella C,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Vance is very nice and considerate. He is knowledgeable of his craft. It was a long tour because of the distance but it is worth it.
Poor microphone
Wendy G,,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The rock formations are beautiful. The trip is verrrry long. The mic on our coach had a lot of static, making it hard to understand our guide at times.
Lovely place, improveable excursion.
463carminas,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The beautiful tour but all the time we were fast. We understand that you have to do it in a certain time but the feeling is that you run all day. The driver/guide spends more time warning of the return time than explaining what we will see. It's a little hard to understand because the public address is a little old, like the bus. The trip back was terrible, the door wouldn't close and we were cold dead. The driver is not to blame, but it was unsafe to drive on the highway with the door half open. He made no comment about it and didn't even turn on the heating.