Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour from Melbourne

Explore the coast on a shared bus tour from Melbourne, combining guided wildlife stops with time to wander seaside towns and coastal boardwalks on your own. Look for koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitats along the way.

• Explore Torquay Surf Beach, where Australia's surf culture began

Itinerary

1. Depart from Queen Victoria Market bus parking in front of the John Batman Memorial at 07:00–07:05, Savoy Hotel at 07:15–07:20, or Mercure Southbank at 07:30–07:55.
2. At 09:30, stop at Torquay Surf Beach for 20 minutes. Walk along the sand and take photos.
3. At 10:10, pause for 20 minutes at Memorial Arch at Eastern View, a tribute to the World War I servicemen who built the Great Ocean Road.
4. At 10:45, explore Lorne Pier on your own for 30 minutes. Stroll along the historic pier and watch for local fishermen and seabirds.
5. At 12:15, stop at Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe, with 1 hour to have lunch and explore Apollo Bay. Lunch is at your own expense and is not included in the listed price.
6. At 13:30, take a 20-minute guided stop in Great Otway National Park in the Otway Range. Look for wild koalas in their natural habitat.
7. At 15:00, join a 30-minute guided stop at Princetown Recreation Reserve & Camping. Look for kangaroos grazing in the reserve.
8. At 15:45, explore the Twelve Apostles on your own for 1 hour. Follow the boardwalks for views of the limestone stacks, Southern Ocean, and rugged coastline.
9. Return to Mercure Southbank at 20:00, Savoy Hotel at 20:15, or Queen Victoria Market bus parking at 20:15.

What's Included

• English-speaking professional driver/guide
• Round-trip transport from the meeting location
• Admission to attractions
• Insurance provided by the operator

Important details

• Ages 4+ only
• Child seats are not available
• Meals and drinks are not included in the listed price; lunch is at your own expense
• Arrive at your meeting location 5 minutes before departure