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nce the best of great ocean road with our day tours discover some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in australia and learn about the region s history and culture with our day tours to the great ocean road our knowledgeable guides will ensure you have a safe and comfortable journey without having to worry about planning or driving our tours include comfortable air conditioned buses and provide plenty of breaks for restrooms snacks and photo opportunities we offer a selection of day tours from melbourne to visit the great ocean road attractions with most tours taking around 12 hours to complete and including the main attractions such as the twelve apostles rock formation and loch ard gorge beach with hotel pickup and drop off included our tours make your day easy and stress free we ll also stop at small towns along the way where you can purchase lunch or dinner some tours even offer the chance to sample local food and wine such as artisanal cheeses chocolates and wines from nearby vineyards on your journey be prepared to be awed by stunning views of the coastline beaches and cliffs the great ocean road is one of the most scenic drives in the world and our day tours ensure that you don t miss out on any of the sights great ocean road attractions discover iconic attractions with great ocean road tours a great ocean road tour offers you the chance to experience some of australia s most iconic attractions in just one day here s a quick overview of the attractions you can expect to visit on our tours the twelve apostles one of the most famous attractions along the great ocean road the twelve apostles are a collection of limestone rock stacks rising out of the ocean you ll have the opportunity to stop here for photos and learn about the history and geology of the area loch ard gorge named after the clipper ship loch ard which was wrecked here in 1878 loch ard gorge is a beautiful cove with stunning beach and rock formations you ll explore the area and learn about the tragic history of the shipwreck the otways this lush forested area offers a range of hiking trails and stunning waterfalls for nature lovers to explore bells beach known for its massive waves bells beach is a famous surf beach and an australian icon london arch this natural arch formation in the ocean formerly known as london bridge is a beautiful and unique sight cape otway lighthouse this historic lighthouse perched on a cliff offers stunning views of the coast and is a great spot for photos the grotto a unique rock formation resembling a sinkhole the grotto offers a beautiful view of stunning blue water gibson steps a staircase leading down to the beach the gibson steps offer a unique ground level view of the twelve apostles apollo bay a charming seaside town with a range of restaurants cafes and shops apollo bay is a great place to relax and enjoy the coastal atmosphere great otway national park as you travel along the great ocean road you ll have the opportunity to spot wildlife such as koalas kangaroos and native birds in the great otway national park the twelve apostles the twelve apostles is one of the most iconic attractions in victoria australia and a must see destination when exploring the region these limestone stacks rise up to 45 meters from the ocean and there are currently eight remaining the limestone cliffs were formed over 20 million years ago during a period when the area was covered by a shallow sea over time the accumulation of marine organisms including shells and coral built up on the ocean floor and solidified into limestone around 10 million years ago the land began to rise and the sea retreated this left the limestone exposed to the elements including the waves and wind over time the constant pounding of the waves and the wind caused the limestone to erode and weather the soft limestone was eroded faster than the harder limestone creating the unique rock formations that we see today loch ard gorge loch ard gorge is a stunning natural attraction located along the great ocean road it is situated within the port campbell national park and is named after the clipper ship loch ard which was wrecked nearby in 1878 getting to loch ard gorge is easy as it is located just a short drive from the twelve apostles visitors can access the gorge by car or tour bus there is a large car park at the top of the cliff which is just a short walk from the viewing platform overlooking the gorge while loch ard gorge is a beautiful spot to take in the views it is not recommended to swim in the water as the currents can be dangerous the water can also be quite cold even during the summer months to access the beach at loch ard gorge visitors must walk down a set of stairs that lead from the viewing platform to the beach below the stairs can be a bit steep and some visitors may find them difficult to navigate however once you reach the bottom the beach is easily accessible and provides a great spot to explore the rock formations caves and arches unfortunately loch ard gorge is not wheelchair accessible due to the steep stairs leading down to the beach however visitors can still enjoy the stunning views from the viewing platform at the top of the cliff additionally there are several other wheelchair accessible attractions nearby such as the twelve apostles visitors centre the gibson steps the gibson steps are a popular attraction located along the great ocean road visitors have the opportunity to walk down stone steps leading to the beach to get a ground level view of the towering rock formations including the iconic twelve apostles the gibson steps are named after hugh gibson who built the steps in the early 1900s to provide access to the beach for local fishermen today the steps are a popular stop for tourists visiting the great ocean road visitors to the gibson steps can take in the breathtaking views of the towering limestone cliffs and the pounding waves of the southern ocean the beach at the bottom of the steps is not suitable for swimming due to the strong currents but it is a great spot for a walk or for taking photographs the gibson steps are easily accessible from the great ocean road and there is a small car park nearby for visitors there is also a viewing platform at the top of the steps which offers stunning views of the beach and the surrounding cliffs apollo bay apollo bay is a charming coastal town located on the great ocean road 3 hours drive from melbourne it is a popular destination for day tours with its stunning beaches walking tails and charming town center it is a great spot to unwind and reconnect with nature the apollo bay visitor centre is open from 9am 5pm daily a great place to stop and chat to one of the local volunteers who can help you get the most out of your time in the region apollo bay beach the apollo bay beach is a beautiful spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean it is also a great spot for swimming surfing and fishing marriners lookout marriners lookout is a stunning viewpoint located on a hill overlooking apollo bay it provides panoramic views of the town the ocean and the surrounding mountains cape otway lightstation the cape otway lightstation is a historic lighthouse located on the edge of the great ocean road families can climb to the top of the lighthouse for incredible views of the coast apollo bay farmers market if you happen to be in apollo bay on a saturday morning be sure to check out the apollo bay farmers market it is a great spot to sample fresh produce artisanal cheeses and homemade baked goods otway fly treetop adventures for an adrenaline packed experience families can head to otway fly treetop adventures it is an eco tourism attraction that features a treetop walkway zip line tours and a high ropes course apollo bay seafood festival if you happen to be in town during february or march be sure to check out the apollo bay seafood festival it is a celebration of the region s seafood industry featuring fresh seafood local wines and live entertainment getting to apollo bay from melbourne the driving distance from melbourne to apollo bay is approximately 195 kilometers 121 miles via the great ocean road the driving time can vary depending on traffic and road conditions but typically it takes around 3 hours to drive from melbourne to apollo bay however if you want to take your time and enjoy the scenery along the way it s recommended to allow for a full day for the journey the surf coast the surf coast region in victoria is located along the southern coast of victoria stretching from torquay in the east to lorne in the west the surf coast region is known for its stunning beaches world class surf breaks and beautiful natural scenery the great ocean road officially begins in torquay bells beach bells beach is one of the most famous surf spots in the world and is the site of the annual rip curl pro surfing competition it has a rugged coastline and powerful waves attracting surfers from all over the world torquay torquay is the gateway to the surf coast region and the great ocean road torquay is known for its beautiful beaches including the family friendly jan juc beach and the popular surf spot point danger great otway national park the great otway national park is a stunning natural reserve located just inland from the surf coast region it is home to lush rainforests towering waterfalls and beautiful hiking trails there are several stunning waterfalls located within the great otway national park including erskine falls and triplet falls most great ocean road tours visit the otway national park lorne lorne is a popular tourist town located on the great ocean road at the western end of the surf coast region it is known for its beautiful beaches mountjoy parade is the main street running along the esplanade and has many shops and cafes the otways the otways region is a stunning natural area located just inland from the great ocean road it is known for its lush rainforests beautiful waterfalls and hiking trails some great ocean road tours visit this region waterfalls there are several beautiful waterfalls located within the great otway national park including triplet falls beauchamp falls and hopetoun falls these waterfalls are easily accessible by hiking trails and provide a breathtaking sight cape otway lighthouse cape otway lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse on mainland australia and offers stunning views of the coastline visitors can also learn about the history of the lighthouse and its importance for navigation the great ocean walk the great ocean walk is a 104 kilometer hiking trail that winds through the great otway national park and along the coast it offers hikers stunning views of the ocean and coastline and is a great way to explore the beauty of the region the great ocean road visitor centre the great ocean road visitor centre is located at the entrance to the port campbell national park which is home to some of the most popular attractions along the great ocean road such as the twelve apostles and loch ard gorge the visitor centre is open daily from 9am 5pm and offers a wide range of facilities and services for tourists visiting the region information and advice the visitor center offers a wealth of information and advice about the great ocean road and the surrounding area visitors can learn about the history geology and culture of the region as well as get recommendations for the best places to eat stay and explore maps and brochures the visitor center provides maps and brochures that can help visitors plan their trip and navigate the great ocean road souvenir and gift shop the visitor center has a gift shop that offers a range of souvenirs and gifts including books postcards and locally made products restrooms and picnic areas there are restrooms and picnic areas for visitors to use providing a comfortable and convenient stop along the great ocean road wheelchair accessibility the visitor center is fully wheelchair accessible with accessible parking spaces restrooms and pathways read great ocean road tours reviews d dorothy posted nov 20 2018 an excellent well managed trip along the great ocean road plenty to see along the way and decent hostel accommodation well worth it s susanne posted nov 20 2018 a great trip good iternary and a nice mix between culture and nature experiences also the walkingtrails was great pleasure and as mentioned before peter as guide and driver ment a lot for the trip whis his professional and nice way of guiding us through both the practical things with stops food and overnights and all the information previous next view great ocean road tours photos see all photos great ocean road tours news great ocean road s hidden wildlife gem delights visitors 8 great ocean road s hidden wildlife gem delights visitors posted may 1 2026 10 29 57 am wildlife lovers are discovering one of the great ocean road s best kept secrets a koala hotspot at kennett river drawing visitors from around the world great ocean road tours includes a koala walk at kennett river on its popular small group t more wildlife lovers are discovering one of the great ocean road s best kept secrets a koala hotspot at kennett river drawing visitors from around the world great ocean road tours includes a koala walk at kennett river on its popular small group tour where travellers regularly spot wild koalas dozing in the eucalyptus trees just metres from the road it is one of the most reliable places in victoria to see these iconic marsupials in their natural habitat departing melbourne at 8am the tour takes in the stunning coastal scenery before stopping at kennett river then continuing to apollo bay the dramatic gibson steps and the world famous twelve apostles all in one incredible day catch the twelve apostles at golden hour 8 catch the twelve apostles at golden hour posted mar 9 2026 9 34 25 am one of australia s most breathtaking experiences is watching the twelve apostles glow golden at sunset and great ocean road tours makes it effortless for visitors from melbourne the great ocean road sunset tour departs melbourne each morning more one of australia s most breathtaking experiences is watching the twelve apostles glow golden at sunset and great ocean road tours makes it effortless for visitors from melbourne the great ocean road sunset tour departs melbourne each morning with hotel transfers included giving travellers a full day to soak in the region s spectacular coastal scenery highlights include the historic loch ard gorge the dramatic gibson steps the charming seaside town of apollo bay and the ancient forests of the great otway national park the grand finale arrives as the tour reaches the twelve apostles just as the sun dips toward the horizon bathing the towering limestone stacks in warm amber light a truly unforgettable sight with knowledgeable guides comfortable air conditioned coaches and plenty of photo stops www great ocean road tours takes the stress out of 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