Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
HIGHLIGHTS:
Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline?
If you said yes, you're ready to join us on this multi-awarded Great Ocean Road Small Groups Tour!
One of the best aspects of this tour is that by reversing the usual route, we get to experience the 12 Apostles in the tranquil morning hours, steering clear of the afternoon rush. Additionally, the sunlight casts a magnificent glow on the limestone formations at this time of day.
Things you will see and do:
• Travel in reverse and go straight to the Twelve Apostles avoinding the large afternoon crowds.
• At least 4 attractions at the Shipwreck Coast: 12 Apostles Coast, Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge, and The Razorback
• Coastal towns: Apollo Bay and Lorne
- Guaranteed koalas spotting
- Multilingual Interactive Audio Guide + a compliementary Melbourne City Walking Self-Guided Tour
- Quality and Sustainable (carbon offset) Accredited Tour Operator
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We are not able to accommodate children under 7 years of age on this tour, as according to VicRoads regulations they must travel on child restraints, which are not available in our minibuses. Passengers who show up with under 7 years old kids will be refused boarding without refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 12 seaters minibuses Toyota Hiace or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option.
If you are traveling with people, not in the same booking, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance. We operate with multiple buses and can't guarantee sitting together without being informed.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Winchelsea
A morning tea stop, as we travel inland in the morning and go straight from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles, this is just a break to buy some coffee/breakfast (own expenses)
The Twelve Apostles
Travel inland in the morning and go straight to the 12 Apostles. Get there early, beat the crowds of the afternoon and enjoy these magnificent limestone formations when it’s still quiet and peaceful.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
National Park fees
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Multilingual Interactive Audio Guide + a complimentary Melbourne City Self-Guided Audio Guide Tour
Food and drinks
Options
Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
4,442 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide, amazing views & wildlife
johnjT5564OS,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter, our guide, was exceptional. In particular, his in-depth knowledge of every area, and his ability to find/spot wildlife was amazing. He made the trip quite memorable and extremely enjoyable.
Gorgeous tour and tour guide, packed with a lot of activities and information.
Expedition159230,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very professional tour guide, with a lot of knowledge in many fields, safe driving, friendly, takes care about the whole group. He makes sure to find Koalas and Kangaroos and show it to you. He explains everything from the pan of business and culture. I took many tours in Australia in the last two weeks, and this is the first time I enjoy the tour and feel safe and comfortable during the journey. The next day of the tour the guide supposed to fly to Taiwan visit his family, so I wish him a safe trip.
Great Ocean Road day trip
454charmainef,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My mom and I had an excellent Great Ocean Road day trip with a small group. Jimmy, our tour guide and driver was so nice and explained everything we have seen. The tour was well organised with several stops. Definitely enjoyed and recommend this tour.
Good, Bad, Ugly
Chris H,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Do not get picked up at the last stop in the morning. You will get stuck in the rear seats. The rear seats are very uncomfortable (they sit very upright where every other seat has some built in recline). There is little space between your face and the headrest in front of you (about 6-8 inches) making sight seeing from the vehicle difficult at best, and there is the hump for the wheel well where your feet go. The trip was great, the sights were awesome, Wayne our tour guide was also great BUT, my wife and I were so uncomfortable for the whole day (13 hours in the van) which ruined the tour for us. This would have been a 5 star review but was spoiled by the accommodation. What a shame. Maybe offer a two tiered pricing for good seats and not so good seats.
Great Tour
hascinabdelbaky,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very well organized and included everything we wanted to explore. Jimmy was knowledgeable and professional.
Good Bad and Ugly
chrishY7919UK,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I was torn on how I wanted to write this review. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone, BUT, with a warning. We were picked up at the last pick-up spot which put us in the rear seats of the van. THESE SEATS WERE TERRIBLE. All other seats sat in a semi reclined manner. Ours sat straight up, like the last row of an airplane. The space between our seat and the one in front of us gave me less than 8" between the headrest in front of me and my face. Furthermore, one of the seats had the wheel well for the back tire, leaving restricted foot space. It was very bad. My wife and I were uncomfortable all day and had a head rest right in front of my face and no room for your feet. In an effort to maximize profits the owners book these seats, and these seats are not worth the price paid. Word to the reader. Get picked up first or second stop. If not, you are stuck in the most uncomfortable seats for 12-13 hours. Regrettably, when you are uncomfortable seat the rest of the day is adversely affected. The tour was good and our tour guide Wayne was super nice, knowledgeable, and efficient at his job. We saw incredible sites, had enough time at each spot to take in the beauty of the area, The Great Ocean Road tour was a highlight of our visit to Melbourne, too bad it was ruined by the seats. Maybe the owners should take a tour in these seats to understand that a couple bucks isn't worth the bad taste left. Had we not been in these seats the review would have been 5 star.
Be prepared for a long...
Marion G,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Be prepared for a long day It is a very interesting and exciting day but by end you can be very tired
Fabulous Great Ocean Road day trip for a solo traveller, definitely a bucket list experience
janedR7394KW,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My first trip on the Great Ocean Road and it lived up to my expectations, definitely a bucket list trip. Our first stop was at an old school bakery in Colac - lots of delicious breakfast options and lovely staff. The (less than) 12 Apostles are stunning. It was windy and and we had a couple of light showers but that didn’t detract from the experience at all. Recommend taking a shower proof jacket. Apollo Bay and Lorne are beautiful too. Our guide and driver Jimmy was amazing and so funny and provided very entertaining commentary. This was my first day trip as a 60 year old solo traveller and I was very comfortable and tour absolutely exceeded my expectations.
Would recommend
Mark C,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent with a great tour guide. Best doing it in reverse as you miss the crowds. We would highly recommend.
Intensive
Dirk K,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Compact tour with a very friend guide Martin
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