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Great Ocean Road to 12 Apostles plus Rainforest Melbourne DayTour
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12 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Our “burger with the lot” epic scenery tour -
Relax, our guide takes you on the ULTIMATE fun-filled daytrip from Melbourne with elevated seat viewing along the world-renowned Great Ocean Road.
Our medium sized bus can access places the coaches can't to give you wildlife spotting, stunning beaches & an ancient rainforest stroll on the way to exploring coastal wonderlands of 12 Apostles, Gibson Steps, Razorback, Island Archway & the Loch Ard Gorge.
Awaken with barista coffee or pastries from a huge Chocolaterie with free tastings, plus our Anzac biscuits to learn Aussie history before the Memorial Arch.
Lunch however you like it at seaside town Apollo Bay full of delicacies & take a beach swim if remember to bring your bathers.
We really do make the Great Ocean Road AMAZING!
Our thoughtful details along the way add-up to a big difference to all the others, plus we specialise in this incredible region only so let us make your once-in-a-lifetime day here the best it can be.
What's Included
- National Parks entrance
- Fun and expert Guide
- Translated web tour in languages
- morning juice & traditional Anzac biscuits (or Vegan/GF alternative) plus tastings at Chocolaterie & Ice creamery
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Selected Hotel pick-up & return
- Lunch & snacks/drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Helicopter ride (optional)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
7:35am the bus collects in front of Rendezvous Hotel on Flinders St (this central hotel is near Flinders St train station)
Start time
07:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Rise 'n shine with morning juice & traditional Anzac biscuits on us to learn the heartfelt history of this iconic road that has just begun. Plus enjoy free tastings at the huge gourmet Chocolaterie. Pickup snacks for the day if you wish or enjoy real barista coffee/tea/indulgent hot chocolate from the cafe with fresh baked croissants, scones or decadent slices.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Anglesea
Drive past where the kangaroo's hang-out to see who wants their photo taken today.
• Admission Ticket Free
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
We'll help you snap an album-cover-worthy photo next to the Memorial Arch statue & road sign, before the jaw-dropping coast-hugging scenery of this magnificent journey opens up
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Great Ocean Road
Drive along this spectacular coast-hugging road with elevated seating above the roadside shrubs to view all its glory - from the ocean to the forest, making visits along the way to not miss highlights & a brilliant photo high above at the Cape Patton lookout
1 Hours 40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lorne
Take a rest under gum trees enveloping this stunning bay view where the forest meets the sea, perhaps with cockatoos or Kookaburra's 'laughing'.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Apollo Bay
Delicious lunch options in this seaside town - we'll point out the treasures! You can grab take-aways for a beach picnic, maybe a swim too if you brought your bathers... or just kick off the shoes for a stroll along Australia's recently voted top 3 beaches :)
55 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mait's Rest
Step inside an ancient rainforest for a moment to feel like you're in another world, yet it's only minutes inside the Great Otway's National Park as the famous road now veers into the countryside for a change of scenery. Keep your eye's up to maybe spot cute Koala at the carpark as a bonus.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Great Otway National Park
Journey under the canopy of giant Mountain Ash gum trees & ferns, changing into Beech & Blackwood forests to continue along the Great Ocean Road to reach the 12 Apostles grand finale coastline.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Gibsons Steps
View from the top, or be rewarded for conquering the grand sea cliff steps with an unforgettable feeling at the shoreline. (Note if access is closed due to conditions we will visit the Thunder Cave later instead)
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Loch Ard Gorge
A true jewel in this National Park's crown, wander to majestic lookouts of your choice including the Island Archway & the Razorback - a beast of a view when raging seas swell. Maybe spot echidna scurrying near the paths for ants, or wallabies peeking their heads up in the bush.
50 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Twelve Apostles
Be mesmerized by the alluring '12 Apostles' rock formations - the drawcard of this National Park wonderland. If a helicopter ride here is of interest to you let us know to pre-arrange a booking for you. Lastly, enjoy snack refreshments if you wish (card only) including local made Timboon Ice Cream, or a souvenir before the return journey to the city begins through the farming countryside with plenty of time to relax after a big day of exploring & share your photos of lifelong memories made
50 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children aged 7 years or older can be a passenger
- Total tour duration already includes travel time
Operated by Amazing Ocean Road Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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