Autopia | Reverse Great Ocean Road Day Trip Without The Crowds

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Expert Commentary

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Itinerary

Travel In Reverse

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Experience

Great Ocean Road Highlights

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Wildlife

Spot Aussie Wildlife

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Rainforest

Guided Bushwalks

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Transport

Comfy Bus Travel

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Locations

Twelve Apostles + Loch Ard Gorge

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Meals

Lunch Included

Overview

Discover the Great Ocean Road on this fully guided day trip from Melbourne! This optimised itinerary travels along the iconic Australian road trip route in reverse so you can skip all the crowds. The journey begins at Loch Ard Gorge and follows the Great Ocean Road back towards Melbourne. 

Admire famous landmarks like the Twelve Apostles, the Razorback, and Great Otway National Park as you traverse the magical landscapes of the Great Ocean Road. Your guide will lead you on tranquil forest walks where you can spot koalas and other wildlife, and make sure you bring a camera for those postcard-worthy views along the way. 

  • Full day tour of the Great Ocean Road in reverse to avoid the crowds
  • See Loch Ard Gorge, Twelve Apostles, and other unique coastal rock formations
  • Search for Australian wildlife in the lush forests of Great Otway National Park
  • Eco-conscious and sustainable touring experience with an expert tour guide

Your Sample Itinerary

What's Included?

  • Full day tour of the Great Ocean Road 
  • National Park entry fees
  • Morning tea and snacks
  • Light picnic-style lunch
  • Australian wildlife sightings
  • Comprehensive local tour commentary
  • Onboard WiFi and USB charging ports available
  • Selected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
  • Audio translation services available in 10 languages

What's Extra?

  • 12 Apostles scenic helicopter flights, payable onboard direct to the operator on arrival
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended
  • Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point
  • Souvenirs or other personal expenses

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Terms and Conditions

Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking this experience.

FAQs

What should we bring for the day?

Bring a small day bag with a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, warm layers for evenings/cooler months, camera, and money for extra snacks and meals. 

Where and when does the tour depart?

The central meeting point for this tour will be the Immigration Museum (east-side), 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne at 7:35AM. Try to arrive at least 5 minutes early to avoid missing departure!

Are there other pick-up locations?

Yes, if you prefer not to meet at the central meeting point, you can also go to one of these pick-up points at the designated time:

6:50 – Pullman Albert Park – 65 Queens Road Albert Park
6:55 – Pegasus Apartments Hotel – 206 A’Beckett St Melbourne
6:58 – Brady Apartment Hotel Hardware Lane – 388 Lonsdale St Melbourne
7:00 – Melbourne Marriott Hotel – corner Exhibition St & Lonsdale St Melbourne
7:00 – Nomads St Kilda Beach – 17 Carlisle St St Kilda
7:05 – Space Hotel – 380 Russell St Melbourne
7:10 – Grand Hyatt Melbourne – Russell St entrance Melbourne
7:15 – Windsor Hotel – 111 Spring St Melbourne
7:20 – Adina Apartment Hotel – 189 Queen St Melbourne
7:20 – Mercure Melbourne Southbank – 9 Riverside Quay Southbank
7:25 – The Savoy Hotel – 630 Little Collins St Melbourne
7:25 – Crown Towers – 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank
7:30 – Pan Pacific Melbourne – 2 Convention Centre Pl South Wharf
7:30 – The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne – 44 Spencer St Melbourne
7:35 – Immigration Museum – 400 Flinders St corner Market St Melbourne

What is the transport like?

For your Great Ocean Road day tour, Autopia Tours uses 28-seater Yutong midi-coaches with panoramic windows and comfortable seats. 

What level of fitness is required?

Only a low level of fitness is required for this tour. There are some light walks, but they are easy and suitable for all ages. 

Can my dietary requirements be catered for?

As a light lunch is included, please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary requirements. Breakfast and dinner are up to you, so you can bring money to purchase food or bring your own snacks. 

East Coast Tours acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Owners of Country and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, culture and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples.

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