3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Loop Bus Tour

  • 3 Days

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey that combines two of Victoria’s most iconic landscapes in one seamless adventure: the world‑famous Great Ocean Road and the rugged beauty of the Grampians National Park. The 3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Melbourne Loop Tour, operated by Autopia Tours, is designed for travelers who want to experience the very best of coastal scenery, native wildlife, and mountain vistas without the rush of a single‑day trip. Starting and ending in Melbourne, this fully guided small‑group tour offers the perfect balance of exploration, relaxation, and discovery.

Across three days, you’ll trace the dramatic curves of the Great Ocean Road, marvel at the towering limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles, and wander through the lush rainforests of the Great Otway National Park. Along the way, expect encounters with wild koalas, sweeping ocean views, and charming seaside towns such as Apollo Bay. The journey then turns inland toward the Grampians, where rugged sandstone peaks, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic lookouts await. A highlight is the hike to the Pinnacle Lookout, rewarding you with breathtaking views across the ranges. Evenings are spent in comfortable accommodations ranging from motels to eco‑hostels, ensuring a cozy rest after days filled with adventure.

With a group size capped between 8 and 23 travelers, the experience fosters camaraderie and connection, while the expert guides bring local knowledge and enthusiasm to every stop. Meals, transport, and select activities are included, making the logistics effortless so you can focus on the journey itself. Whether you’re a solo traveler, couple, or family, this medium‑intensity tour offers something for everyone aged six and above.

In just three days, you’ll capture the essence of Victoria’s natural wonders—coastal icons, forest trails, and mountain peaks—woven together in one unforgettable loop from Melbourne.

Highlights

  • Journey along the National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road, see the Memorial Arch
  • Reconnect with nature on a rainforest walk through the lush Great Otway National Park
  • Be blown away by the panoramic views from the 12 Apostles lookout and Loch Ard Gorge beach
  • Enrich your cultural awareness of those that came before at Tower Hill Conservation Wildlife Reserve
  • Guaranteed Australian wildlife sightings in there natural habitat ie. kangaroos, emus, echidnas & koalas
  • Explore the rugged bush landscape of the Grampians National Park
  • Capture the views from Reed’s, Boroka and The Balconies Lookout
  • Impressive hike to the summit of the Pinnacle Lookout

 

Itinerary

 

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Day 1 Melbourne to Great Ocean Road

 

Start your 3-Day adventure by exploring the world-famous Great Ocean Road with its stunning ocean views and surf beaches. Spot wild koalas along the way with a stop in the quaint seaside town of Apollo Bay for lunch, followed by a guided rainforest walk in the Great Otway National Park rainforest. Later, we visited the amazing shipwreck coast famous for the Twelve Apostles rock formation and Loch Ard Gorge. Overnight in Warrnambool.

  • Meals: Dinner
  • Accom: Warrnabool Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom)or similar alternative
  • Driving Distance: 375km
Start pointWait outside at the corner of Flinders & Market St. If you wish to change your pickup location, please contact our friendly reservations team on +61393931333., Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia07:35
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    Day 2 Great Ocean Road to Grampians

     

    During the second day, you will have the opportunity to visit Tower Hill Conservation Wildlife Reserve, an extinct volcano that is rich in Aboriginal history and has a vast amount of wildlife, such as emus and kangaroos. From here we head north into the Grampians. In the afternoon we will take you up to the iconic Pinnacle lookout, which offers a panoramic view of the Grampians National Park for a delightful afternoon hike. Finish the day with a traditional Aussie BBQ at our overnight stay in Halls Gap.
    • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
    • Accom: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative
    • Driving Distance: 190km
    • Hike Distance: 4.5km
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    Day 3 Grampians to Melbourne

    On the last day of our journey, we will start early in the morning to hike to the base of Mackenzie Falls, and then we will explore some other famous sites, such as The Balconies/Reeds Lookout and Boroka Lookout, which are among the most famous in the area. A few days after exploring the coastline and mountain ranges of the region, we make our way back to Melbourne, arriving around 5:30 PM after an incredible few days.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accom: N/A
    • Driving Distance: 290km
    • Hike Distance: 2km

    *Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures due to infrastructure road works.

    End pointSame as pickup point, Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia19:30

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