Premium Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour from Melbourne | Pickup
Overview
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11 hours 30 minutes
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You only do it once, make it Awesome with only 10-14 other passengers. Experience the Great Ocean Road the smart way with Awesome Leisure Group’s reverse-itinerary small group tour. Starting at the Twelve Apostles and travelling back along the coast means fewer crowds, quieter stops, and better photo opportunities.
Travel in a vehicle with reclining seats, Wi-Fi, and bottled water, with a maximum of 11 guests for a more relaxed and personal experience. Our friendly, knowledgeable guides share local insights while you converse.
See wild koalas and kangaroos in their nature, and upgrade your experience with an optional helicopter flight.
Why travellers choose this tour:
• Reverse itinerary to avoid crowds
• Small group (max 10-14)
• Premium vehicle & all-day comfort
• Authentic wildlife spotting
• Optional helicopter flight
Perfect for travellers seeking comfort, quality, and a standout engaging Great Ocean Road experience, and to meet new friends.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Not recommended for travellers with walking or mobility problems
Pickup only available in Melbourne CBD, Southbank or Docklands
Drop off: Southern Cross Station
What To Expect
Melbourne
Pickup available from Melbourne CBD 3000, Southbank 3006 and Docklands 3008 area only. Mercedes Sprinter van
Colac
Coffee stop - Learn about this town's rich farming history and enjoy delicious products from a local bakery.
Options
Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse
Pickup included
What‘s Included
ALL National Park Fees
Bottled water
Pickup Melbourne CBD, Southbank, Docklands or email if more than 5
Experienced Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
WIFI
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
435 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cloudy and rainy day but...
Zara W,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cloudy and rainy day but Peter, our tour guide helped us make the most of it. Took us to all the stops along the itinerary and was available to take family photos at the scenic spots.
Great day on the coast
heatherjO8259YA,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day touring the coast! We had beautiful ocean and cliffside views, and got to see koalas and kangaroos! Peter was an excellent tour guide!
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viviadventures,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An awesome trip with incredible sights and the Great Ocean road is a such a wonderful experience. Seeing the 12 apostles was amazing but there were many other beautiful sights. Walking through the rainforest was also truly magical. Van was very comfortable and our guide / driver was very helpful and informative
Great tour very informative and chill
Keith A,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John is a excellent tour guide . The company did cancel the trip despite it was only 4 people after multiple people cancellated
Amazing!
josiasu2023,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip in reverse. Seen everything in record time. Great value for money too. Great car too. John was an absolute lovely guide - he was driving safe, soo friendly and explained everything. So lucky to have him.
It was a fantastic tour!!
hidenoriy2026,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic tour!! Our guide, John, picked me up in the van right on time at 6:35 AM and dropped me off near the hotel at roughly the same time in the evening; throughout the day, he was incredibly kind and led us with a great sense of humor. Beyond just visiting the Twelve Apostles, he frequently stopped the van so we could see wild koalas and kangaroos. I will never forget the magnificent rainbow over the ocean. Honestly, waking up so early was tough, but I think this tour offers outstanding value for money. I highly recommend it to everyone. The van was comfortable, too. Finally, a huge thank you to our guide, John!! Thank you so much!!
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pingpingl31,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a wrong date by keying in the month wrongly. Company refused a refund but gave us a goodwill discount if we rebook the same trip again. We have no choice but to bear this mistake which indeed was our fault. Small crowd experience with a bus for 13 pax but only 8 pax of us for the trip so plenty of seats with seats that can tilt and ample legroom. This road trip involves lots of long bus rides. So be prepared to buckle up for bumpy but speedy rides. John is a skillful and experienced driver so I felt nervous when he drove fast but recognised that he needs to cover many photo spots for us. He took efforts to take our family photos and cater for toilet requests. Overall an excellent experience.
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Nomad584837,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour with humour John, punctual and we always ahead of other group so that we can avoid the crowd. Well explained and story telling regarding the places we visited.
Won’t get a better tour of The Apostles and the Great Ocean Road
jamessX9928TA,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the way to visit the 12 Apostles and the Great Ocean Road. John was one of the best guides you can ask for. He’s also got an eagle eye for spotting a Koala. Highly recommend.
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GrandTour25390549307,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed the trip very much. The tour guide John is an excellent guy.
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