The Twelve Apostles & Great Ocean Road Day Trip
The Great Ocean Road is littered with spectacular coast lines, world famous beaches, rainforests and quaint seaside towns. Known for its unadorned natural beauty, the region boasts the world renowned 12 Apostles, London Bridge, Historical Loch Ard Gorge and the picturesque Otway Ranges.
Experience the scenic Otway Ranges and so much more on the trip of a lifetime with the best of the best Great Ocean Road bus tours. Our tour lets you discover one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives, see native wildlife in their natural environment and hear the treacherous and exciting stories of why the Great Ocean Road is also known as the ship wreck coast.
What makes it Great?
- Stunning coastal views along the Great Ocean Road
- Small groups with personalized service
- Enjoy a delicious, freshly cooked lunch at Apollo Bay
- Get interesting insights into the history, culture and wildlife of the area
- Attentive and fun service with a focus on creating great memories
- Search for Koalas, Kookaburras Parrots and more Australian Wildlife in natures backyard at Kennett River
Inclusions:
- Morning coffee, tea and biscuits
- Delicious, freshly cooked lunch in Apollo Bay
- All park entree fees
- Informative and friendly tour guide
- Comfortable travel through the Surf Coast region of Victoria along the Great Ocean Road to see the 12 Apostles
- Encountering Australian wildlife in their natural habitat
- Inner city pick up and drop off
- Modern, clean and air conditioned vehicle
Departure times & locations
Departs: 7.30 am – 8 am. The pick up point is St Paul’s Cathedral. St Paul’s Cathedral is located at the corner of Flinders St & Swanston St opposite the Flinders St Station and Federation Square.
We offer pick ups & drop offs from your hotel in Melbourne city. Please wait outside your accommodation 10 minutes prior to pick-up time. Please note that pickup times can vary slightly due to traffic conditions.
Pick up times:
- St Kilda Hotels – 7.00 am
- South Yarra Hotels – 7.15 am
- Southbank Hotels – 7.30 am
- St Pauls’ Cathedral – 7.40 am
- Melbourne City & Docklands Hotels – 7.40 am-7.50 am
Returns: 7.30 pm – 8 pm
Your day at a glance:
- Leaving Melbourne and heading southwest, we will first stop in the small picturesque seaside town of Aireys Inlet to have complimentary morning coffee, tea and biscuits. After refreshment you will be able to take a walk to the nearby sand dunes and take pictures of the historic Lighthouse.
- After passing through Fairhaven and its amazing surf beach, we stop at the Memorial Arch built to commemorate those who built the Great Ocean Road. Over the years, this has become an iconic photo opportunity spot for tourists visiting this part of Australia.
- The next stop is Kennett River, where you can walk among the eucalyptus trees and spot koalas in their natural habitat as well as some of the Australian colourful birds including, parrots, rosellas and even some kookaburras.
- On the way to Apollo Bay, we will stop at the Cape Patton lookout to enjoy sweeping views of the spectacular coast and green towering hills. After having freshly cooked lunch at the restaurant -optional, you can explore the beautiful town of Apollo Bay or even have a swim at the local beach.
- After lunch we head into the hills and mountains of the Great Otway National Park and we take a walk through the temperate rainforest at Maits Rest and its giant Mountain Ash trees that are some of the tallest in the world.
- The final destination of our journey is the Port Campbell National Park including the stops at the amazing 12 Apostles and equally stunning Loch Ard Gorge. Seeing the world famous limestone rock formations up and close from the beach level at Gibson Steps will leave you awestruck.
- We leave 12 Apostles and head back to Melbourne via inland route, and you can relax and recapture the memories of the tour until we drop you off at your accommodation.
Things To Bring
- Appropriate clothing suitable for current travel weather season ( hat, warm /cool clothing, rain jacket)
- Swimming suit and towel – optional and weather permitting
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Camera
Booking Info:
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. If you require hotel transfers please have your hotel name ready when booking so we can send you a pick-up time with your confirmation.
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About Alfy Tours:
Our Melbourne based Tour Company offers boutique Day Trips from Melbourne, specialising in personalised and attentive service in small group settings. We like to think of ourselves as friends who will guide you to the best spots of the Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island to discover their hidden gems and learn the great stories of the Ship Wreck Coast and the home island of the Little Penguins.
Departs: 7.30 am – 8 am. The pick up point is St Paul’s Cathedral. St Paul’s Cathedral is located at the corner of Flinders St & Swanston St opposite the Flinders St Station and Federation Square. We offer pick ups & drop offs from your hotel in Melbourne city.
