Melbourne To Great Ocean Road Tour in Reverse – Minibus Hotel Pickup

  • Great Ocean Rd
  • 12 Hours

Overview

Discover Australia’s most iconic coastal journey in comfort and style with the Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse – Small Group Deluxe Mini Bus Experience. Designed to beat the crowds, this reverse‑itinerary adventure takes you first to the legendary Twelve Apostles, ensuring you enjoy these breathtaking limestone stacks in the best light and with fewer visitors. Traveling in a luxury, air‑conditioned mini‑coach, you’ll relax while your professional guide shares stories of shipwrecks, surfing culture, and the natural wonders that define this rugged coastline.

With hotel pickup from Melbourne CBD and Southbank, your day begins stress‑free. Along the way, you’ll explore dramatic landmarks such as Loch Ard Gorge, the Razorback, and the Memorial Arch, while also venturing into lush rainforest at Melba Gully. Wildlife lovers will delight in spotting koalas and kangaroos at Kennett River, while foodies can savor local flavors during a lunch stop in Apollo Bay.

This thoughtfully curated itinerary balances iconic sights with hidden gems, offering ample time for photos, short walks, and immersive experiences. Whether it’s standing at Gibson Steps with the ocean at your feet, wandering through ancient rainforest, or learning the history behind the shipwreck coast, every stop adds depth to your journey.

Rated 4.9/5 by hundreds of travelers, this tour is praised for its engaging guides, comfortable transport, and well‑paced schedule. It’s ideal for solo explorers, couples, or small groups seeking a premium yet personal way to experience the Great Ocean Road.

Step aboard, stretch out, and let the reverse route reveal the coast’s wonders in a way that feels both exclusive and unforgettable.

  • Choose any hotel for a meeting point in Melbourne CBD/SOUTHBANK to keep things simple
  • Bring walking shoes to explore the rainforest at Mait’s Rest
  • Choose to add a helicopter ride at the 12 Apostles (extra charge)
  • Make a few new friends on this small-group, full-day trip
  • See Kangaroo and Koala

 


What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup (Melbourne CBD & Southbank hotels)
  • Luxury, Air-Conditioned -Mini Premium Coach
  • Professional driver-guide
  • All national park entry fees
  • Bottled water
  • More time at each stop thanks to reverse itinerary
  • USB Charging Ports Available

 


Meeting and Pickup

  • Hotel Pickup
  • Meeting Points (400 Flinders Street Melbourne , 388 Lonsdale St ,Melbourne Sky Deck)
  • Start Time 6.45 am

 


 


Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Travel time is already included in total tour duration.
  • We Will Confirm Pick Up Time A Day Before the Tour. We will message you pick up time from specific hotels From Melbourne CBD & SOUTHBANK .
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

Tour Operator: Tours Around Melbourne

 


Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

1

Colac

Nice little country side town ” situated in dairy country of victoria melbourne ” . will stop in colac for moring tea/ breakfast. ( own expense )

20 minutes

2

The Twelve Apostles

Will see the breath taking views of the 12 apostles. The lime stock creations. Roughly 20 million years old. ( also have the option of the helicopter ride at the 12 apostles with some additional expense)

45 minutes

 

3

Tom And Eva Lookout

The Loch Ard ran aground crashing into Mutton Bird Island in 1878. The only two survivors Tom Pearce and Eva Carmichael managed to drag themselves to the safety of the beach inside Loch Ard Gorge. For a m …

20 minutes

4

The Razorback

Razorback is the long, yet very high, rock formation further along the coast from 12 Apostles. With sharp edges & bumps along the back, wind & water erosion.’

25 minutes

5

Loch Ard Gorge

Loch ard george was the scene of the the shipwreck coast`s famous shipping disaster. The location for a number of movies including ” the pirate movie ” filmed in 1982.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Port Campbell National Park (Pass By)

Will drive through the wonders of thr port campbell national park.

 

6

Melba Gully National Park

Rainforest Melba Gully is famous for being one of the wettest spots in Victoria, which has led to its plant life and rainforest environment. We will See Myrtle Beech, Blackwood and Tree-ferns, And Will Take Some Pictures With The Nature.

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25 minutes

 

7

Great Ocean Road

Renowned for its rugged natural beauty, shipwreck stories, and surfing culture the Great Ocean Road and its frequently changing and dramatic landscapes and views make this stretch of road Australia’s most famous coastal journey

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

Apollo Bay

LUNCH IN APOLLO BAY Apollo Bay cafes and restaurants are well worth the holiday on their own

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

Kennett River

Will see iconic Australian animals such as koalas and kangaroos.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

10

Memorial Arch at Eastern View

The Memorial Arch is a popular destination to stop at, as it is the start of the Great Ocean Road. We will take the opportunity to stop at the designated carpark to take a photo with the arch and the statue, commemorating their adventure. A Big Sign Says “GREAT OCEAN ROAD”

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

 

11

Anglesea

And will finish our day In Anglesea. Anglesea is a town in Victoria, Australia. It is located on the Great Ocean Road in the Surf Coast Shire.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

12

Immigration Museum

The trip ends here, where you can catch free trams- Trains or Cruise Back To Your Hotel.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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