12 Apostles - Private Express Experience in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia

12 Apostles - Private Express Experience

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $564

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Is 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience worth booking?

12 Apostles - Private Express Experience is a 9-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $564 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
9 hours
From
$564 per person

Is any visit to Victoria truly complete without a visit to the 12 Apostles? These stunning rock formations are the highlight of the Great Ocean Road adventure trail. While Your Exclusive Tours does host a Full Day Expe

What you get

    About this experience

    Is any visit to Victoria truly complete without a visit to the 12 Apostles? These stunning rock formations are the highlight of the Great Ocean Road adventure trail. While Your Exclusive Tours does host a Full Day Experience, taking in the full range of what the Great Ocean Road has to offer, we also offer the time conscious traveller this Private Express Experience, taking you directly to the Port Campbell National Park where the world famous 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Gibson Steps are located. This Experience allows you to explore and experience the best of the location’s towering rock formations, stunning costal vistas, and a visit to the quaint seaside town of Port Campbell. Throughout the day your guide will share the history, adventures, tales and stories of the Great Ocean Road as you create, explore, and experience your own private tour with us.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Tea and coffee
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Bottled water

    Not included

    • Lunch

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Twelve Apostles

      Your Private Express Experience takes you directly to the Port Campbell National Park where the world famous 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Gibson Steps are located along the Great Ocean Road. At each of the stops, you will spend anyway from 30 minutes to 60 minutes exploring and experiencing each location. Your Private Express Experience starts with us meeting and greeting you in the lobby of your hotel or agreed pick up point. You will be travelling in your own private and luxury vehicle for the tour. As we make our way out of Melbourne towards Port Campbell National Park, our guide will explain the minimum highlights including: - The 12 Apostles - Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps - Seaside town of Port Campbell. - The plans for the complimentary morning or afternoon tea. - The dining options available for lunch being a casual lunch, pub meal, or 2 course lunch with beverage (guests own expense).

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Great Ocean Road

      Our philosophy is simple “Your Tour, Your Experience”, and you may have the time to add the following inclusions to be a part of your private tour: - Helicopter flight over the 12 Apostles. These inclusions are subject to the guests own expense and time permitted, however we will use our best endeavours to help you accommodate these inclusions. Throughout the day, your guide will share the history, adventures, tales & stories of the Great Ocean Road as you spend a full day creating, exploring, and experiencing the Great Ocean Road Express Experience on your own private tour.

      480 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Your Exclusive Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The vehicle is not wheelchair accessible. If the guest has the capacity to step in and out of vehicle, there is luggage space to fit a wheelchair. Please contact us about this requirement.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Alice_P · March 2026

    Excellent walk!!!!!

    Very worth seeing, amazing landscapes, driver Peter very friendly and attentive!!!!!!!

    Response from the operator: Thankyou for your kind review Anna, we had a great time touring with you.

    via Viator (translated)

    Susab_F · February 2025

    We really enjoyed our...

    We really enjoyed our private tour . It was great to be on our own schedule . We also took a helicopter ride that was amazing

    via Viator

    Giancarlo_B · January 2024

    Awesome experience at 12 Apostles

    Very personal and customizable experience - ideal for who are in shorter timeframes and want to go directly to key interest points. Very knowledgeable guide - very nice ride. If possible and weather permits, I fully recommend the helicopter ride over the 12 Apostles - incredible scenery and unforgettable memories!

    via Viator

    beachtraveler2 · April 2020

    Excellent tour

    This is a private tour so basically Rob will do any itinerary that you want. He was totally flexible. We were staying in Melbourne for two days aboard a cruise ship. He gave us perfect directions on where to meet him at the dock, very simple. We had booked the shorter express tour, but it was still about 9 hours. With the express tour you miss some of the scenery on the Great Ocean Road. But we still spent about 3 hours viewing the 12 Apostles, Razorback, Lock Ard, and Gibson steps. These are all spectacular and I highly recommend you view all four. Rob is a personable guide and very knowledgeable about the entire Melbourne area. He also sent us several photos after the tour. One is attached.

    Response from the operator: Hi Tom, thank you for your review. It was pleasure to pick you and your wife up from the Cruise Ship @ Station Pier and take you on our Private Express Experience - 12 Apostles. It was an amazing on Thursday 13/2/2020 with perfect weather we had. Safe Travels & Be Good. Regards Rob @ Your Exclusive Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Gail C · March 2020

    A day filled with Breathtaking Scenery

    This tour was nothing but spectacular. Rob, the owner/operator of Your Exclusive Tours made our day enjoyable and personal. Rob made our experience unique to our interests and added sights we were not expecting. He was accommodating in picking us up at our ship and delivering each couple that night to their respective hotels. I would highly recommend Your Exclusive Tours. Thanks Rob

    Response from the operator: HI Gail, we love when we receive reviews like this. It was a fantastic day with the group on Saturday 29/02/2020. We always try to find ways to make our private tours unique, memorable, and personal for our guests. Safe Travels and Take Care. Regards Rob @ Your Exclusive Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $564 to $1350
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)24
    Booking momentum (14% weight)17
    Value for money (12% weight)24
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    12 Apostles - Private Express Experience: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.

    How much does 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience cost?

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    Prices start at $564 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Melbourne usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience take?

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    Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Melbourne is not rushed.

    Is 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Melbourne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Melbourne can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Melbourne and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does 12 Apostles - Private Express Experience start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Melbourne within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Melbourne?

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    On Outty we rank every Melbourne experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour, Yarra Valley Wine Tour w Exclusive Gin, Cider & Chocolate Tasting, Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Melbourne?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Melbourne?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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