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By Aus Ocean Travel
Price is $548 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features

  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the beauty of the Great Ocean Road on a private tour that takes you to iconic sites like the Twelve Apostles and the stunning Gibson Steps. This 12-hour journey, led by a professional driver-guide, allows for personalized exploration at your own pace. Stop in charming towns, enjoy delicious local seafood at Apollo Bay, and get up close with Australian wildlife. Experience the freedom of a private tour, perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking for a unique adventure along one of the world's most scenic coastal drives.

    • Private Tour, your car, your guide, your pace
    • 12-hour private tour with expert driver-guide
    • Visit iconic landmarks: Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge
    • Flexible itinerary with time for lunch and local stops
    • Pickup included from your accommodation in Melbourne
    • Enjoy a relaxing stop and say hello to wildlife face to face!
    • 5-seater car for 4 or less travelers, 7/8/12 seater car for more travelers

Activity location

  • Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
    • Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd
    • Lorne, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
    • Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd
    • Lorne, Victoria, Australia

Check availability

Private Tour for 5-7 travelers

  • Earn $22.58
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$376.40 x 2 Travelers$752.80
Total
Price is $752.81

Private Tour for 8-11 persons

  • Earn $27.72
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$461.95 x 2 Travelers$923.90
Total
Price is $923.90

Private Tour for 12-13 persons

  • Earn $32.85
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$547.50 x 2 Travelers$1,095.00
Total
Price is $1,094.99

Private Tour for 4 travelers

  • Earn $19.92
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$331.92 x 2 Travelers$663.84
Total
Price is $663.84

Private Tour for 2-3 travelers

  • Earn $16.43
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$273.75 x 2 Travelers$547.50
Total
Price is $547.50

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Friendly and professional driver-guide
  • Inclusions
    5-seater car for 4 or less travelers, 7/8/12 seater for more travelers
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

  • 30m
Your first stop is the iconic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a tribute to the soldiers who built this remarkable coastal route. Standing beneath the arch, with the ocean waves whispering nearby, you’ll feel the historical weight of this place. It’s the perfect spot to capture the beginning of your adventure.

Lorne Beach

  • 30m
Next, you’ll pass through Lorne, a picturesque seaside town where golden beaches meet the shimmering blue ocean. Take a short break to stretch your legs, breathe in the fresh sea air, and enjoy the relaxed, tranquil vibe of coastal life.

Apollo Bay

  • 1h 30m
Take a relaxing stop at the charming coastal town of Apollo Bay. Don't forget to try some seafood, fresh and local!

Gibsons Steps

  • 45m
Descend the dramatic Gibson Steps to the beach, where towering limestone cliffs frame the coastline. With no fixed schedule, enjoy the freedom to fully take in the beauty of this breathtaking site.

Twelve Apostles

  • 1h 30m
Next, experience the world-famous Twelve Apostles—majestic limestone stacks standing tall against the endless blue ocean. From the viewing platform, take in the breathtaking panorama as the sun casts golden hues on these natural pillars. Your guide will reveal the incredible story of their formation, a tale of time, wind, and waves.

Loch Ard Gorge

  • 45m
Step into the stunning Loch Ard Gorge, where nature’s beauty and history collide. The golden sands, turquoise waters, and sheer cliffs create a dramatic scene. Listen as your guide recounts the tragic story of the Loch Ard shipwreck, bringing this peaceful place to life with tales of survival and loss.

Location

Activity location

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    Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
    • Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd
    • Lorne, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
    • Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd
    • Lorne, Victoria, Australia

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