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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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Mayank_a
Dec 2, 2025
It was a great... - It was a great experience. Our captain Tony was informative and helpful. He took us all the places and even changed the trip itinerary as per adverse weather to cover all spots and avoided rains.
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Aashish_y
Nov 24, 2025
Highly recommended - Vance is a lovely guide. He ensured a safe and pleasant trip for everyone. He also spotted a Koala for us! Highly recommend this tour!
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Dinesh_v
Nov 10, 2025
Great ocean road - Great experience and just enough time at each spot to get pics and a flavour of the trip
Add on was the viewing of the koalas in the trees
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Mariabella_c
Oct 6, 2025
Vance is very nice and... - Vance is very nice and considerate. He is knowledgeable of his craft. It was a long tour because of the distance but it is worth it.
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Alex
Jul 9, 2025
A perfect day out - Absolutely loved the trip! Stunning views, friendly guide, and plenty of photo stops to take it all in. A perfect day out, highly recommend to anyone visiting Melbourne.
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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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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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Wendy_g
Sep 22, 2025
Poor microphone - The rock formations are beautiful. The trip is verrrry long. The mic on our coach had a lot of static, making it hard to understand our guide at times.
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463carminas
Jul 28, 2025
Lovely place, improveable excursion. - The beautiful tour but all the time we were fast. We understand that you have to do it in a certain time but the feeling is that you run all day. The driver/guide spends more time warning of the return time than explaining what we will see. It's a little hard to understand because the public address is a little old, like the bus. The trip back was terrible, the door wouldn't close and we were cold dead. The driver is not to blame, but it was unsafe to drive on the highway with the door half open. He made no comment about it and didn't even turn on the heating.
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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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