Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests
Overview
Available languages
13 hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup from hotel.
Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild and wonderful adventure along the Great Ocean Road – backwards! That means more sights, fewer people, and a whole lot more fun.
We kick things off by heading inland straight to the Twelve Apostles –jaw-dropping views and fresh morning light perfect for photos. From there, we explore the stunning Shipwreck Coast, hitting up Loch Ard Gorge, The Razorback, Gibson Steps, and of course, the iconic Apostles.
Then, we switch gears and head into nature with a peaceful rainforest walk through ancient, towering trees.
On the way back, we cruise the coast through charming towns like Apollo Bay and Lorne. And yes – we guarantee wild koala sightings, plus a good chance of spotting kangaroos bouncing through the bush.
So if you're after a laid-back, wildlife-packed, photo-worthy adventure that skips the stress and doubles the fun–this is the tour for you.
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
Expected to be back to Melbourne around 7 PM.
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.
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
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
743 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
long trip with stops too quick
O G,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00it s a long trip (but we knew) and the stops are very Quick . Maxi 30 to 40 min and a lot of them only 15 min !! So you don’t have enough time to enjoy . THE driver (good driver) IS also the guide and your English level needs to be high to understand him . He speaks quickly and is joking a lot ( depending of sense of humour of each person !) and does not make any effort to adapt his rythm of speech (in this case the majority of the group were English speaking native) but not us. The best part of the trip was the 12 apostoles. The rest of it normal because not enough tine to enjoy . The option of reverse trip is a good one to avoid the crowd
Highly recommend
maryehillie,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Saw many sights. Marty, our tour guide, kept us on time so we could ad many things as possible. Highly recommend
Great itinerary, but not a true “premium” experience
sharminislam 79,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I joined the Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour (Max 12 Guests) on Sunday, 22 February 2026. While the itinerary itself is excellent and the scenery is absolutely stunning, my overall experience was mixed, and I felt several aspects did not fully match the “premium” expectation. Before the tour, I requested a convenient pickup location near the CBD as I was staying in Blackburn. This was initially agreed upon, but unfortunately, the pickup location was changed just a day before the tour. This last-minute change caused some inconvenience and required me to arrange additional transport at my own cost. During the tour, I found the experience to be quite rushed and not as relaxing as I had anticipated. There were frequent reminders to stay on schedule, which made the tour feel a bit pressured rather than enjoyable and comfortable. The transport itself could have been better, as the vehicle felt quite old and not very comfortable for a long journey. Our guide, Matty, was professional but somewhat average in terms of engagement. While he was polite, I felt he could have been more interactive and added more energy to the experience. The restaurant recommendation also did not meet my expectations. At the end of the tour, I was dropped off at the original pickup location rather than a more convenient CBD drop-off point. Given the premium nature of the tour, I expected a bit more flexibility and customer consideration in this regard. Additionally, at one point I had to request water twice before receiving it, which was a small but noticeable inconvenience. Overall, while the Great Ocean Road itself is a must-see and the route is well-planned, I feel the service, comfort, and attention to detail could be improved to better reflect a premium experience. I have had more relaxed and well-organized tour experiences elsewhere, such as in Scotland through TripAdvisor tours.
Go for it!
rodicas247,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip , Ann amazing guide ,everithing was perfect even the wheater played the game despite the morning fog ( maybe Ann did some magic stuffs ...). Thank you for all the magic moments.❤️
Leave the driving to someone else and enjoy the Views!
MOakesUK,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour to see the Great Ocean Road. Glen our guide provided just the right amount of information and balanced that with quiet so we can enjoy the views (or nap). My only suggestion is to add 5-10 minutes each at the Gibson Steps and the 12 Apostles Visitor Center. The time at each felt very rushed, but at least as it’s a reverse tour was not super crowded!
Awesome tour, definitely worth booking
Jonathan R,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great and well worth it. Our tour guide Chris did an outstanding job commentating along the way and was very knowledgeable and was funny as well. He did a great job managing time and even though we didn’t get to see the rainforest (closed because it was really wet) it was made up by our chances to see some kangaroos and koalas in the wild which we have been trying to do. It was a long day but packed full of things to do and see. Would definitely recommend
Great ocean road
Dalene P,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00this was one of the best excursions we have been on during this visit. Mark was our tour guide and he was great. Loved the experience and the scenery phenominal.
Great day of sightseeing
Wendy L,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time. Marty was our guide and was fantastic and funny and made the day so fun. It was a long day but perfectly planned out and each stop throughout the day was well thought out and well organized. We saw more than we’d hoped for and would recommend this tour to anyone
Great day out
Sharon W,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Although it’s a very long day it doesn’t feel like it! Mark our tour guide was great. He was very knowledgeable about the area giving us lots of information. There were many stops to stretch your legs and the sights and views are fantastic!
Very satisfied Ocean Road trip
Trip61730654613,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience, the tour guide Jimmy is very professional, bring us to see a tailless bear and kangaroo, the route is also perfect, very recommend the reverse route, absolutely not crowded, have plenty of time to enjoy the photo fun
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