Boutique All-Inclusive Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles and Rainforest Experience | 13 hours

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Truly Small Group - Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Day Tour from Melbourne
2 Adults x $162.84
$325.68
Approx Total
$325.68
Great Ocean Road Day Tour: Truly small group - max 11 guests

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Small group only (11 max) - more stops, more flexible and personal attention second to none
  • Barista made coffee, tea or hot chocolate at Anglesea to start our adventure. You are also welcome to bring your own food/drink for the morning journey if you wish!
  • We offer direct drop off to your hotel in central Melbourne and Southbank at the end of your tour
  • Ultimate comfort in our premium custom built Mercedes fleet. Not your typical shuttle bus!
  • Truly all inclusive - morning barista coffee, lunch and refreshments
  • A focus on fresh local produce. Fresh Fish & Chips directly on the wharf (weather depending) or gourmet woodfired pizza inspired by local produce. Refreshment included. Vegetarian options available.
  • Award-winning, fully guided local born and bred knowledge
  • Gratuities

Overview

Our all-inclusive, premium boutique experiences showcase the Great Ocean Road region like no other. Our early start (and convenient return time) avoids the crowds, takes advantage of the tranquility and gentle lighting of the morning and traces the road in the direction of its story - building anticipation for the 12 Apostles before the relaxing homeward journey. Seeking out the hidden, new and unusual to create truly unique and authentic experiences is our trademark with quality local food and produce an integral part. Our custom designed and built Mercedes fleet - exclusive to us - ensure our guests travel in unprecedented comfort and relaxation along this epic journey.

Meeting points

6:45am - Just west of the corner of Elizabeth St and Flinders St NOTE: We drop off all passengers back at their own hotel at the end of the tour - in the central city and Southbank areas. We do not drop off in St. Kilda.

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We drop off directly back to your accommodation after each tour. We do not drop off in St. Kilda

Itinerary

  • Anglesea

    Our first encounter of the Surf Coast in the tranquility and best lighting of the early morning - before the crowds. Enjoy a complimentary barista made coffee, tea or hot chocolate at our favourite cafe

    20 minutes

  • Aireys Inlet (Pass By)

    Hear the story of the towns lighthouse

  • Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

    The gateway to the Great Ocean Road. Hear our unique and fascinating story of the road and its place in Australia's history. Wander the beautiful beach, feel the sand between your toes and breathe in the crisp clean air...

    30 minutes

  • Lorne

    A classic seaside town. Watch the surfers in the glistening waters and hear the stories behind the town that make it such an icon of the region

    20 minutes

  • Kennet River Koala Walk (Pass By)

    On our way here we make a number of stops to capture the very best views. Spot adorable koalas in their native environment and perhaps Whales (May-September), Dolphins and Kangaroos along the way

  • Apollo Bay

    A beautiful coastal township - the last before the road heads into the Otways. Enjoy freshly cooked, local fish and chips directly on the wharf for lunch (included).

    1 hour

  • Mait's Rest

    A fully guided, interpretive rainforest walk amongst ancient species - encountering nature at its purest. One of our travelers favourite experiences.

    1 hour

  • Twelve Apostles

    Walk along the cliff edges and experience all that is the iconic 12 Apostles. Take your time to absorb natures awe-inspiring beauty as we spend more time in this region than any other operator

    1 hour

  • Loch Ard Gorge

    Our favourite experience - descend to what has been awarded Australia's 5th best beach at Loch Ard Gorge and dip your toes in the crystal clear waters of the Southern Ocean. We'll show you the two 'new' Apostles and hear our amazing stories of survival and heroism along the Shipwreck Coast

    1 hour 15 minutes

  • Melbourne Central

    We drop all guests back at their hotels in the central city and Southbank areas (not St. Kilda) at the end of the tour

    1 minute

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise us of any special dietary requirements or mobility restrictions so that we can make your experience as comfortable as possible.
  • Infants between 4 and 7 years old - complimentary booster seat provided. 6 months to under 4 years old compulsory safety seats are provided free of charge.

Free Cancellation

June 14100% refund
June 15No refund

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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First Class Personal Trip along the Great Ocean Road

Published on Feb, 2025

We had an amazing time on this trip!! Our guide, Paul was absolutely fantastic from the moment we met him at 06:45 in the morning at the City meeting point. He popped round to the closest bakery before we started the trip and bought everyone a lovely hot doughnut.. ;) This was a long day, but Paul's enthusiasm, knowledge and energy ensured that we were always fully engaged whilst he shared his endless knowledge and history of Australia, Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road. He was attentive and passionate with the information he provided throughout the 14 hours that we were together. We stopped for coffee (which he paid for), we stopped for a lovely fish and chip lunch (which he paid for), we stopped to see Koalas in their natural habitat, we saw Kangaroos and a Wallaby whilst we were driving along in the very comfortable Mercedes Van and his narration and stories were excellent throughout the trip. Even on our way back, when we unfortunately sat in a traffic jam for an hour or so, we had some really good discussions about music and debated some of the bands from the 80's, both Australian and English. The free flowing conversation and Paul's attention to detail made this experience really worthwhile and we would highly recommend it to anyone that is looking for a smaller, personalised trip with a fantastic guide. Book it, you will love it!!!

We had an absolutely...

Published on Jan, 2025

We had an absolutely wonderful tour of the Great Ocean Road with George from Escape Discovery Adventures. The company focuses on boutique style tours with really small groups (tours have 11 people or less). Boy did they deliver for us! Evidently the other groups who had booked the same tour cancelled, so my husband and I received a wonderful private tour at small group tour prices. Props to Escape Discovery Adventure for not cancelling the tour due to insufficient numbers! The entire day was marvelous. It started with an on-time pickup in a comfortable minivan. We had an unscheduled stop to snap photos of a lighthouse and walk on the beach, drove along back roads hunting for koalas in the "wild" (I found one!), had a yummy lunch of fish and chips at a fisherman's cooperative that was followed by an easy walk through a temperate rain forest in Great Otway National Park, where the ferns grew as large as most trees - and the "real" trees were towering giants. The highlight of the trip, of course, was the Twelve Apostles which didn't disappoint. The scenery is indescribably wild and beautiful and we had such a wonderful day for it. George is an amazing tour guide, funny and with good information and great stories he makes the tour seem like a day out with a good friend. I couldn't recommend more highly. If you only do 1 tour in Melbourne, make it this one.

Amazing tour !

Published on Jan, 2025

I’ve done this tour in October and was the only participant. I had an amazing time and learned so much about Australia History and Nature. The weather wasn’t great and I still had an amazing time. I 100% recommend this tour.

Great day out!

Published on Jan, 2025

An early start to the day, but so worth it! Annie our guide was brilliant, very informative and a great guide. Only 6 of us on the tour and a great bunch of people. We even saw a koala which was great. The tour was very interesting and would definitely recommend.

Perfect day trip along the coast

Published on Jan, 2025

Great tour. A drive along the Great Ocean Road. Great views of the ocean. So a Koala Bear, rain forest, 12 Apostles and much more. Annie the guide was grear

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