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Great Ocean Road: Luxury Small Group Tour
4.1
20 Ratings
Colac
Explore the Great Ocean Road’s iconic 12 Apostles and more on a luxury small group tour. Beat the crowds and enjoy personalized experiences.
Explore the Great Ocean Road’s iconic 12 Apostles and more on a luxury small group tour. Beat the crowds and enjoy personalized experiences.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Colac - A charming countryside town located in the dairy region of Victoria, Melbourne. It’s a perfect spot to pause for morning tea or breakfast (at your own expense).
- Twelve Apostles - The Twelve Apostles are arguably the most renowned attraction along the Great Ocean Road. These majestic limestone formations rise impressively from the…
- Colac - A charming countryside town located in the dairy region of Victoria, Melbourne. It’s a perfect spot to pause for morning tea or breakfast (at your own expense).
- Twelve Apostles - The Twelve Apostles are arguably the most renowned attraction along the Great Ocean Road. These majestic limestone formations rise impressively from the Southern Ocean, offering a stunning view. Visiting during early morning or late afternoon is ideal for the best lighting and fewer visitors.
- Loch Ard Gorge - This breathtaking natural site is named after the Loch Ard shipwreck of 1878. Known for its striking cliffs, clear waters, and lovely sandy beach, visitors can also explore the nearby shipwreck memorial.
- Port Campbell National Park - Located in the south-western district of Victoria, Australia, this 1,750-hectare national park is about 190 kilometers south-west of Melbourne and roughly 10 kilometers east of Warrnambool.
- Mutton Bird Lookout - This coastal area was once submerged underwater. The stone here formed around 200 million years ago from ocean debris, including plant and fish matter. Keep an eye out for the tiny and delightful Fairy Penguins, as thousands inhabit the area!
- Mait’s Rest - More than just a rainforest walk, this area features towering mountain ash eucalyptus trees, impressive fern trees, and ancient trees like the myrtle beech.
- Great Otway National Park - This verdant rainforest park offers excellent hiking trails, waterfalls, and the chance to see native wildlife such as koalas. Be sure to visit Hopetoun Falls and Triplet Falls, both easily accessible via short walks.
- Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway - The Great Ocean Road is the world’s largest war memorial, constructed entirely by soldiers returning from World War I. Despite having little to no road construction experience, they persevered to create one of the most scenic drives globally. The Memorial Arch serves as a poignant reminder of their efforts.
- Apollo Bay - A scenic seaside town perfect for relaxing, dining, and enjoying the beach. It also serves as an excellent base for exploring the Great Otway National Park and nearby attractions.
- Great Ocean Road - A picturesque drive with some hidden gems along the way.
What's Included
- FREE Entry - Loch Ard Gorge
- FREE Entry - Mait’s Rest
- FREE Entry - Twelve Apostles
- FREE Entry - Mutton Bird Lookout
- Transportation (hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi)
- 1 X Water Bottle
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Reverse itinerary - more time to spend at famous spots before the crowd
- All Fees and Taxes
- FREE Entry - Loch Ard Gorge
- FREE Entry - Mait’s Rest
- FREE Entry - Twelve Apostles
- FREE Entry - Mutton Bird Lookout
- Transportation (hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi)
- 1 X Water Bottle
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Reverse itinerary - more time to spend at famous spots before the crowd
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Additional Information
Explore the breathtaking scenery of the Great Ocean Road on this exclusive luxury tour tailored for small groups. With a limit of 11 participants, enjoy a personalized experience while visiting famous landmarks such as the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. This reverse itinerary helps you avoid the crowds, providing plenty of time for exploration and…
Explore the breathtaking scenery of the Great Ocean Road on this exclusive luxury tour tailored for small groups. With a limit of 11 participants, enjoy a personalized experience while visiting famous landmarks such as the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. This reverse itinerary helps you avoid the crowds, providing plenty of time for exploration and photography. Highlights include a walk through the rainforest in Great Otway National Park and wildlife viewing at Kennett River. Enjoy a leisurely pace with knowledgeable guides and excellent music throughout the trip.
- Group tour with an experienced guide for a tailored experience
- Visit the stunning 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge ahead of the crowds
- Includes visits to scenic spots, a rainforest walk, and wildlife observation
- Convenient pickup from various Melbourne CBD locations around 7 am
Top-rated Great Ocean Road west side auto tours on TripAdvisor with 5-star reviews
Most popular & highly rated group day trip from Melbourne
Location
Colac
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
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(20 Ratings)
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Amy_d
Feb 7, 2026
Must see! - Amazing spots with a fantastic guide! Ray was our guide and made sure that we were able to see the wild koalas and kangaroos. The 12 Apostles were just amazing! What a great itinerary!!
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Johan
Feb 7, 2026
Amazing Ray - Fantastic tour Ray was great. Got to see the kangaroos and places we visited were amazing. Food recommendations were good
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Georgegg6201hj
Nov 22, 2025
Experienced guide.. Great ocean road , 12 apostles and main attractions covered - Experienced driver Day tour was amazing planned according to our timing we are on time back we have been taken to extra secret stops as some of them are closed koalas, 🦘kangaroos were spotted wild and huge one we are lucky
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Lanim829
Nov 20, 2025
Great experience - Good and great drive driver was friendly in time helped us it was a great experience highly recommended driver was very generous
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47zachy
Nov 7, 2025
100% recommended scenic drive & Otway national parks - Drive was good all free entry and helicopter ride was great and great ocean scenic drive was spectacular with great views all day
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Ashlesha_d
Feb 20, 2026
Great trip, guide needs improvement - Our guide was a great driver, but not a good guide. We booked this tour last minute and it was a bit expensive compared to some others, but then we did have the advantage of travelling with a smaller group. Know that it is a long day…about 12 hours, and you will feel sleepy so maybe carry a neck pillow, refreshments and some food (lunch is to be arranged by yourself). Loved apollo bay - def try the fish and chips and have them by the beach. We also stopped for pictures which was great, and were able to spot koalas and kangaroos
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Explore53617566474
Mar 2, 2026
建議參加其他旅行社的 - 我選擇飯店pick up，當天早上我在飯店門口等待，但我的導遊是在飯店對面的轉角打國際電話叫我過去，這部分如果是買網卡沒有當地電話聯絡方式的話可能會有點疑慮。
當天早上有兩個工作人員在車上，一個比較會跟大家講話，暫時稱呼他為導遊；一個不說話比較是司機的感覺。一開出市區，導遊就下車了，接下來全程都只剩下司機在車上，不僅每次集合時間說的不清不楚，沒有任何景點講解，也不會幫大家拍照，不會介紹有什麼食物推薦買，只會開車到某個點，車門打開，集合時間還要團員問老半天，完全就是一個司機。
另外，這個團雖然叫反向大洋路，但不會在大洋路地標上拍照，開大洋路的過程，司機也完全不會提醒或是找個咖啡廳停下來給大家駐足拍照，就真的是沿途風景而已。
建議可以參加其他旅行社的行程，沒有必要花差不多的錢參加只有司機的團。
I chose the hotel pick-up option. On the morning of the tour, I waited at the entrance of my hotel, but my guide was actually at the corner across the street making an international phone call to ask me to come over. If someone only purchases a SIM card without a local phone number, this situation could be quite concerning.
That morning, there were two staff members on the vehicle. One was more talkative and interacted with everyone — I’ll temporarily refer to him as the guide. The other didn’t speak and seemed more like the driver. Once we left the city center, the guide got off the vehicle. For the rest of the trip, only the driver remained. Not only were the meeting times unclear each time, but there was also no introduction to any of the attractions, no help with taking photos, and no recommendations for food to try. He would simply drive to a location, open the door, and we had to repeatedly ask about the meeting time. He was purely just a driver.
In addition, although this tour is called the “Reverse Great Ocean Road,” there was no photo stop at the Great Ocean Road sign. While driving along the Great Ocean Road, the driver did not make any reminders or stop at a café or designated viewpoint for photos. It was simply just passing scenery along the way.
I would recommend choosing a different travel agency. There is no need to spend nearly the same amount of money on a tour that only provides a driver instead of a proper guided experience.
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Alice_h
Feb 22, 2026
Misleading tour: no guide, lack of professionalism, uncomfortable transport. Avoid booking. - AVOID!!!
The experience differed substantially from what was advertised in the tour description. While I was genuinely looking forward to this “boutique luxury” experience, several key elements were not delivered as promised.
First, the tour was scheduled to start at 7:30 AM, yet we did not leave the city until close to 9:00 AM, significantly impacting the day’s itinerary. The transportation also did not reflect a luxury or boutique experience. We traveled in a local 10-seater cab where passengers sat facing backward toward each other, which made the long journey uncomfortable.
The itinerary stated that the reverse route would allow us to beat the crowds; however, massive crowds were already present at the first major stops. Additionally, you will not have time to see all the places listed. The listing also referenced informative guides, but there was no guided experience provided, just a taxi driver; the driver simply transported us between locations. The driver was friendly enough though!
Most concerning was discovering that other passengers paid approximately $45 for essentially the same tour, while I paid $162. Even the driver was surprised by how much I paid for. Given the significant gap between the advertised experience and what was delivered, this pricing feels unreasonable and misleading.
Overall, the experience fell far short of expectations and of what was advertised.
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Nathan_b
Feb 21, 2026
Confusing - There wasn't a lot of direction from our guide. I'm accustomed to a more 'hands on" approach from guides, but this tour was more "go do your thing" than much guidance. There was quite a bit of confusion with booking as well. Two separate groups were told online that they would be dropped off at their starting places (i.e. door to door transfer), but that is not the case.
Our guide was nice, but I didn't feel very engaged.
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Karen_t
Mar 12, 2026
We didn’t get to go on... - We didn’t get to go on this trip as it was cancelled on us at the last minute. We had no communication from them until after 10 o’clock the night before via what’s app. I admit I had just gone to bed & got a fright when my phone rang & then I received messages about pick up time which was 45 minutes earlier than I had been advised 6:15am. I asked some questions about duration & drop off & was then advised they had cancelled the trip. They are now considering whether I will receive reimbursement.
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