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11 hours 30 minutes
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You only do it once, make it Awesome with only 11 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 with others.
See wild koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitat, and upgrade your experience with an optional helicopter flight (payable on the day).
Why travellers choose this tour:
• Reverse itinerary to avoid crowds
• Small group (max 11 guests)
• Premium vehicle & all-day comfort
• Authentic wildlife spotting
• Optional helicopter flight
Perfect for travellers seeking comfort, quality, and a standout Great Ocean Road experience and meet new friends.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Melbourne
Pickup available from Melbourne CBD 3000, Southbank 3006 and Docklands 3008 area only.
Colac
Coffee stop - Learn about this town's rich farming history and enjoy delicious products from a local bakery.
Bottled water
Pickup Melbourne CBD, Southbank, Docklands or email if more than 5
Air-conditioned vehicle
WIFI
Lunch
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Pickup included
335 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
laaniiet,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
John was an amazing tour guide. Great jokes, good vibes and the tour was organised so that we could skip all the crowds from the big tour buses! Would recommend!
Rich R,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our tour guide made the experience very special and enjoyable
John H,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Awesome trip, Pete was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable. Friendly with a good sense of humor and very safe driver. Constantly keeping an eye on his tour, making sure we were all safe and able to do any hikes planned.
Rebecca H,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very good tour, great pace , many stops of interest. Peter our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Would recommend this tour.




AZHikerGirl1,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide Peter was amazing. His enthusiasm, knowledge and thoughtfulness really made the difference. He made sure to check in with everyone throughout the day. I can’t say enough good things about him.




317charitop,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great/fantastic scenic tour with excellent informed driver/director Mike. This tour is highly commendable.

benedictjosephs,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We did the reverse tour which was ideal because of the less crowds at the 12 apostles. It also great that we are a small group so that we moved along quickly giving us time to go through our planned itinerary for the day. The day was filled with different stops that offered scenic views of the ocean and the different rock and limestone formations as we went along the memorial ocean road. We loved the side trip to melba gully - a refreshing short hike through a cool rainforest. Our driver and tour guide, Peter, did a fantastic job in keeping us well informed with interesting historical, natural & trivial information as we navigated our way along our route, with good recommendations for breakfast & lunch. A visit to the chocolate factory and Ice cream shop was the best stop to end our full day tour.
Zman1111,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great trip with excellent stops with great views of the ocean and the corresponding rock formations. We got to see Kangaroos and Koalas in the wild and got some great pictures. The rain forest walk was great. We saw many large trees and exotic plant life. The walk was not to strenuous. The bus was full but comfortable. The lunch stop had great food with many options. The driver was very friendly and knowledgeable but failed to keep us on time as a result we finished 45 minutes past expected finish time.
dcjay64,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wonderful full day. Peter was a very engaging guide and a safe driver. He made sure the day was really enjoyable. And we saw wild koalas and kangaroos!

382idaliag,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had a really nice time. Everything was well organized and easy to follow. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and we got to see some amazing places. It was a fun and smooth experience. I would definitely recommend it!
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