About this tour
A full-day private drive along Victoria's celebrated coastal route, departing Melbourne with stops at the surf heartland of Torquay, rainforest walks through Kennett River spotting native wildlife, and the headline limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles. Your driver navigates from rugged headlands to sheltered gorges, with lunch in Apollo Bay and guided walks through Otway National Park's fern gullies. Eight to twelve hours depending on your pace, door-to-door from selected Melbourne hotels.
Highlights
- Torquay's surfing culture and Memorial Arch history
- Wild koalas and rainforest parrots at Kennett River
- Mait's Rest fern gully walk through ancient forest
- Twelve Apostles limestone monoliths from the Southern Ocean
- Loch Ard Gorge and The Razorback rock formations
- Lunch stop in seaside Apollo Bay
- Air-conditioned comfort with expert local narration
What to expect
You'll travel in a modern sedan or minivan with door-to-door pickup from your Melbourne hotel. Your guide provides commentary in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese throughout. Expect a mix of short walks—the Mait's Rest rainforest trail is gentle, perhaps 20–30 minutes—and roadside viewpoints where you'll exit the vehicle briefly to photograph or absorb the landscape. The Twelve Apostles demand time; allow an hour minimum. Bring lunch money for Apollo Bay or pack your own. The route unfolds as a sequence of distinct ecosystems: coastal town, fern forest, ocean cliffs, and weathered gorges.
Good to know
Food and drinks are not included; budget for lunch. Infant and child car seats are available with 3 working days' notice. The route suits all fitness levels, though several short walks are involved. Wear comfortable shoes and sun protection. Public transport options exist nearby if you prefer flexibility.
Frequently asked
- How long does Deluxe Great Ocean Road Private Tour take?
- Deluxe Great Ocean Road Private Tour runs for approximately 8 hours – 12 hours.
- How much does Deluxe Great Ocean Road Private Tour cost?
- Prices start from AUD $810 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Deluxe Great Ocean Road Private Tour run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Deluxe Great Ocean Road Private Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.