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Great Ocean Road: Coastal Views & Wildlife
4.4
37 Ratings
Bellbrae
Embark on a breathtaking journey along the Great Ocean Road, exploring iconic landmarks, vibrant towns, and stunning coastal vistas. Discover wildlife and history.
Embark on a breathtaking journey along the Great Ocean Road, exploring iconic landmarks, vibrant towns, and stunning coastal vistas. Discover wildlife and history.
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery - Begin the day with a delightful stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Enjoy a tasty coffee and pastries—perfect for those who skipped breakfast or need a morning pick-me-up.
- Memorial Arch at Eastern View - Visit the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a significant landmark that…
- Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery - Begin the day with a delightful stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. Enjoy a tasty coffee and pastries—perfect for those who skipped breakfast or need a morning pick-me-up.
- Memorial Arch at Eastern View - Visit the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, a significant landmark that signifies the beginning of this picturesque coastal drive and pays tribute to the road’s creators.
- Lorne - Take in the stunning ocean vistas at Lorne, a delightful seaside town celebrated for its laid-back atmosphere and breathtaking coastal views.
- Cumberland River - Stop at the Cumberland River Monument lookout (or another hidden lookout along the route) for sweeping views of the ocean and rugged coastline—perfect for photos and appreciating the natural splendor.
- Apollo Bay - Pause in Apollo Bay to enjoy some leisure time exploring local cafes or restaurants while taking in the beautiful seaside scenery.
- Barham River Road - Explore the koala spotting area near Barham River Road, where there is a great opportunity to see these iconic Australian creatures in their natural environment.
- Great Otway National Park - Drive past the Great Otway National Park
- Twelve Apostles - Be amazed by the renowned Twelve Apostles—imposing limestone formations rising majestically from the Southern Ocean, a must-visit highlight of the Great Ocean Road.
- Loch Ard Gorge - Explore the magnificent cliffs and learn about the shipwreck tales at Loch Ard Gorge, a dramatic and scenic coastal feature.
- London Bridge - Go beyond typical tours to see London Bridge, a distinctive natural arch further along the coast. This hidden treasure offers breathtaking views seldom seen on standard Great Ocean Road excursions.
What's Included
- Bilingual driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Toll fees
- Parking fees
- Surcharges on fuel
- Gratuities
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bilingual driver-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Toll fees
- Parking fees
- Surcharges on fuel
- Gratuities
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Personal insurance
- Other expenses that are not mentioned
- Accommodation
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Personal insurance
- Other expenses that are not mentioned
- Accommodation
- Meals and beverages
Additional Information
Experience a smooth journey with a welcoming bilingual driver-guide.
Travel along the picturesque morning coastal route to capture the best lighting and stunning ocean views.
Be amazed by the renowned Twelve Apostles and explore the striking Loch Ard Gorge.
Discover London Bridge — a remarkable stop often missed in typical tours.
Begin your adventure…
Experience a smooth journey with a welcoming bilingual driver-guide.
Travel along the picturesque morning coastal route to capture the best lighting and stunning ocean views.
Be amazed by the renowned Twelve Apostles and explore the striking Loch Ard Gorge.
Discover London Bridge — a remarkable stop often missed in typical tours.
Begin your adventure with a delightful stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch in Apollo Bay, accompanied by magnificent seaside views.
Admire the panoramic vistas from Lorne and Cumberland River Lookout.
Observe wild koalas nestled among the eucalyptus trees.
Capture unforgettable photos at the historic Memorial Arch.
Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned coach with convenient CBD pick-ups.
- Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour
Location
Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
Great Ocean Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(37 Ratings)
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Barbara_c
Mar 4, 2026
A long day on the... - A long day on the great Ocean coast has given us beautiful and exciting views that cannot be explained with words
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Catherine_n
Feb 15, 2026
A very long day so it's a... - A very long day so it's a bit uncomfortable sitting for several hours on the coach, but well worth the trip. Spectacular scenery, and always enough time to walk to lookouts, take photos and get back to the coach on time. Vance the driver/guide was knowledgeable and friendly. A bonus was London Bridge which many tours don't go to, and another was seeing koalas in the wild. Highly recommended.
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Giulia_a
Jan 24, 2026
Roadtrip Ocean Road! - We did a lot of things, everything on time and everything so beautiful! Vance was really good!
I advice absolutely this experience
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Andrea_m
Jan 14, 2026
Beautiful day trip - Very amazing experience in a beautiful area of Victoria. The program was absolutely perfect with the most iconic spot of the great ocean road. The guide/driver was kind, friendly and always available to answer questions.
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Helleh_12
Jan 30, 2026
Nice and exciting trip down the Great Ocean Road - unfortunately in the old and noisy bus - We had a wonderful long trip down the Great Ocean Tour, until we reached the peak point which of course was the twelve apostles. Totally magical.
There were some nice stops on the trip, which made you not feel that the trip was so long down there. Our guide Vance was informative and very good at managing our large group, so everyone came on time and the trip continued as planned. He also showed us real wild koalas and not anyone who was in a Sanctuary.
The biggest and only minus of the whole experience was the old bus.
The seating comfort was really bad, but the worst was the Vance microphone that laughed and noisy, which meant we didn’t get all the information. However, we could hear most of it where those behind had difficulty hearing. We also experienced that the bus could not start, but that he also got fixed. It's just not good enough for provider side
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Gh_s
Jan 29, 2026
Excellent day trip to... - Excellent day trip to Great Ocean Road - Vance our guide was very informative about everything en route!
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Kiantat_k
Dec 24, 2025
Our driver cum guide... - Our driver cum guide Vance provides useful information along the way and ensures the group meets the various timelines. He also volunteered to take photos for the group and crack jokes to make the journey lively.
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Lilynancy_f
Jan 19, 2026
Beautfiful scenery - Gorgeous scenery everywhere but time allotted at stops was way too short. I’m a really fast walker and i didnt make it to quite a few points. Seeing wild koala mama with her joey was the highlight.
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Michal_c
Dec 13, 2025
Great experience, wrong company - The views during the tour were amazing and worth the time. But...the "bus" was very uncomfortable and during such a long trip it makes a difference. The driver barely spoke English and was a bit passive-aggresive towards some passengers.
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Gelberflieger
Dec 5, 2025
Bus and Coach Charter: Would pick a different company next time! - We joined a Great Ocean Road day trip from Melbourne with Bus and Coach Charter, and while there were a few positives, the overall experience wasn’t great.
Positives:
Our guide, Vance, did his best to share meaningful information throughout the drive, and the selection of stops and viewpoints was well planned. The tour price was also quite affordable.
Negatives:
The coach was completely full, and since we were picked up last, we had to squeeze into the very back row. Unless you have a window seat on the left side, you won’t see much of the scenery, which defeated a lot of the purpose of the trip. Getting on and off the bus from the last row took around three minutes each time, cutting into the already short stops.
The tour commentary was bilingual (English and Chinese). Normally that wouldn’t be a problem, but several passengers kept chatting loudly during the explanations, making it difficult to understand the guide.
The biggest issue happened on the return to Melbourne. The bus started slowing down for no clear reason, and after a break at a gas station it broke down completely. After several attempts, the driver managed to get it running again, but we arrived back in Melbourne with a significant delay.
Summary:
Although there were some good aspects, we’d recommend choosing a different company. With so many Great Ocean Road tours available, it’s worth selecting one with a more reliable bus and a better chance of enjoying the scenery.
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