Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne

Overview

The Great Ocean Road is travelled by more than 3.5million visitors each year. We have designed this Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour to avoid the crowds at peak times and to also allow our guests to see the awe inspiring 12 Apostles in the morning sun light which brightly illuminates this incredible rock formation. Journey along the entire Great Ocean Road stopping to walk through an ancient rainforest, explore quaint seaside villages, encounter wild Koalas and see the many incredible cliff top lookouts along the way.

Itinerary

1. Escape the city by traveling inland direct to the Shipwreck Coast via Colac enjoying a complimentary morning tea along the way. Refreshments stop.

   · 15 min

2. Twelve Apostles Visitor Facility

   Take a journey and experience the Great Ocean Road reverse tour in the opposite direction to the masses, enabling you to escape the crowds and enjoy this famous & picturesque coastline in all it’s glory. Explore the cliff edge boardwalk located in the Marine National Park, with spectacular unobstructed views of the limestone rock formations known as the 12 Apostles.

   · 45 min· Admission included

3. Loch Ard Gorge

   Our first major stop will be the breath-taking 12 Apostles and the extraordinary rock formations of Loch Ard Gorge in Port Campbell. Discover Mutton Bird Island & Razorback lookout, both offering amazing views.

   · 25 min· Admission included

4. Mait's Rest

   Then, enjoy a guided walk through Maits Rest or Melba Gully, an ancient rainforest admiring some of the world’s tallest trees in the Great Otway National Park

   · 30 min· Admission included

5. Great Ocean Road

   We continue our journey along this spectacular National Heritage listed road winding between hillsides, pristine beaches, stunning ocean views and dense rainforest. The Great Ocean Road is famously known as one of the world’s most scenic coastal routes which you will get to enjoy without all the crowds. Our local guides will try to seek out the iconic Australian koala, as this coastal region is heavily populated with these furry creatures hidden within the pockets of Eucalyptus forests.

   · 2 h

6. Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

   Stopping next at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, one of the most photographed spots along this rugged coastline. This monument is a tribute to the World War One serviceman who built the Great Ocean Road stretching 243 kilometres and was finally completed in 1932. A great location to grab a group photo under the archway and share with friends on social media.

   · 25 min· Admission included

7. Melbourne

   From here, we sit back, relax and enjoy the drive back into the dynamic and cosmopolitan city of Melbourne.

   · 2 h

How to use your ticket

• Our main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St corner of Market St, Melbourne @ 7:35am. • If guests would like to arrange an alternative location please call our reservations team on +61 39393 1333. • We recommend arriving to your nominated pickup location at least 5-10 mins prior to the scheduled departure time. • What to bring: sunscreen, refillable water bottle, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing for the evening just encase. • We ask that all guests have travel insurance and should be taken out at the time of booking and prior to departing on tour. • Autopia Tours support a paperless boarding system, please consider the environment by not printing this confirmation voucher.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (it can get cold)
• Child and infant fare prices apply to 0 to 12 years old. Please advise if you have anyone travelling aged from 0 to 4 years old.
• Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult
• Our vehicles are not wheelchair, prams or child stroller accessible please refrain from bring on tour.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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