Small-Group Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne
Overview
Available languages
11 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience a breathtaking journey along Victoria’s Great Ocean Road with your expert guide who will chauffeur you through 243 kms of the most spectacular coastal shoreline in the world. Stop for lunch at the quaint coastal town of Apollo Bay. Bask in your natural surrounds while spending time with an array of Australian native animals in their natural environment. Your final destination will be to capture the magic that awaits you at the awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles & Loch Ard Gorge.
Your expert guide will provide an informative commentary to your small group which will be no more than 11 passengers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 3 and under not catered for. Booster seat available for children 4 to 7 available.
Tour not normally suitable for cruise ship passengers. Tour starts at 8:00 from city centre, it is your responsibility to check you can make it on time to avoid missing out on tour and cancellation fees.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Spend some time exploring the quaint coastal town of Apollo Bay. A sleepy little town located at the foothills of the Otways. Enjoy some free time to explore the long sandy beaches or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many locally sourced food offerings.
Great Otway National Park
Enjoy exclusive access to the Great Ocean Road Ecolodge. Truly an incredible way to bask in your natural surroundings while spending time with an array of Australian native animals in their natural environment. The wild kangaroos roam free and don’t forget to look up to see the sleepy koalas enjoying their Eucalyptus leaves in the trees.
What‘s Included
Selected City Centre Hotel pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Great Ocean Road - English
Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne with English speaking guide
Reviews
290 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Outstanding tour
Firegoc73,,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent experience. Travis was an excellent guide and would highly recommend
Saw a wild Koala and some of the most beautiful scenery on earth. Plus knowledgeable about the Australian Spirit.
Thomas M,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great. Herb, our tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of one of the most scenic and wonderful parts of the world. The scenic Great Ocean Road. Not only was Herb a great guide, he was great driver, with the patience of Jobe he navigated this road trip from Melbourne and back with humor, elegance and knowledge. I highly recommend this tour. I also have to commend my fellow tourists on this trip. They were wonderful and drawn to it the same reason I was. I think you should check this out. Leave the safe and efficient driving and narrative to Herb. 5 stars.
Wonderful!
Daydream11044571558,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Rick is a fun and energetic person. It was truly a wonderful experience of a lifetime.
This incredible journey...
Xiaoning L,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This incredible journey captured the magic of Loch Ard Gorge, Twelve Apostles, Otway National Park, and the breathtaking views of the Great Ocean Road.
A Wonderful Unforgettable Experience
MistIreland,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00WOW! With our guide Travis at the helm, this was an unforgettable day out. I loved seeing all the different animals and birds up close at the sanctuary. Also, the beach, coastline and sunset were beautiful. But really, there is nothing that tops seeing the Fairy Penguins of Australia coming back in from the ocean heading to their burrows. Thank you Travis and Oceania.
It has exceeded my expectations
agll8182,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The part of the route along Great Ocean Road has exceeded my expectations. Evening activities I suppose can be improved.
Wonderful excursion - everything well planned.
StephenHMD95,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience. Adam was our guide and was fabulous. His history, science, jokes, and background made the day so much better than a typical guide. It is a long day, so know you may be gone 11+ hours. We saw, in the wild, kangaroos, wallabies, seals, koalas, cockatoo, kookaburra, eagles. We stopped at 12 apostles, multiple look-outs, took a walk in the rainforrest, and had lunch in a seaside cafe. Understand that the first half the trip could be an issue for motion sickness due to the windy road, but Adam did great driving it. Absolutely loved the trip and would highly recommend.
PIERO as differential factor
595juanjos c,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience is certainly worth it. The views are a real wonder, but all this would be standard if not for the excellent service of PIERO, which is the real reason why I give 5 stars and why I would definitely recommend this company above the others. His knowledge, his sincerity and, above all, his photographs – the result of many years of experience as a wedding photographer – bring an added and distinctly differential value to the experience. Without a doubt, the experience is well worth it. The views are absolutely stunning, but all of this would feel fairly standard if it weren’t for the outstanding service provided by PIERO, which is the real reason I give 5 stars and why I would definitely recommend this company over the others. His knowledge, honesty, and above all his photography — shaped by many years of experience as a wedding photographer — adds a clear and distinctive value to the experience.
An Informative and awe - inspiring glimpse into Australia’s past, and nature’s unique beauty.
Nicolai H,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This Day Trip was genuinely one of our favorite experiences from our entire time in Australia ! My wife and I visited Australia for the first time, and while in Melbourne, we decided to do the Great Ocean Road Tour. Our guide, HERB was amazing - - knowledgeable, pleasant, and he kept the mood “light” and the schedule a little “flexible” for our small group of 13. Of course the inspiring story behind the Ocean Road and the breathtaking VIEWS of the rock formations and cliff faces off the Southern Coast of Australia were the ultimate reward for the time spent on the road. ** We highly recommend this tour !**
Great tour - DONT get the prepaid lunch
Fritz G,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was a great way to experience the Great Ocean Road. Our guide, Herb, was outstanding - one of the best tour guides I have had. The sound system in the van was tinny. The biggest disappointment, however, was the food on the way. DO NOT select the option of a prepaid meal. The restaurant was awful and there were plenty of other options available in town.
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