
Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour)
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Is Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) worth booking?
Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) is a 9-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $367 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $367 per person
This is the perfect tour for Cruise Ship Passengers wanting a shore excursion. You will be picked up directly from Melbourne's Cruise Terminal (Station Pier) and whisked off straight to the Great Ocean Road. This 9 Hou
What you get
About this experience
This is the perfect tour for Cruise Ship Passengers wanting a shore excursion. You will be picked up directly from Melbourne's Cruise Terminal (Station Pier) and whisked off straight to the Great Ocean Road. This 9 Hour Tour showcases the main coastal section of the Great Ocean Road, from Aireys Inlet, all the way up to as far as Apollo Bay. The tour then cuts inland through the inland townships of Forrest and Birregura back to Melbourne. ***NOTE : This tour does NOT include the 12 Apostles*** Whilst other operators sell tours throughout Victoria, we specialise in only The Great Ocean Road, so you are safe in the knowledge you have an expert tour guide who knows the area inside out.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- All Fees and Taxes
- Your own dedicated Personal driver & Guide
- Complimentary bottled water
Not included
- Meals and beverages
What you'll see and do
The Great Ocean Road
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour
300 minutes here · Admission included
Bells Beach
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
20 minutes here · Admission included
Point Addis Marine National Park
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
10 minutes here · Admission included
Split Point Lighthouse
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
30 minutes here · Admission included
Devil's Elbow
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
5 minutes here · Admission included
Cathedral Rocks
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
5 minutes here · Admission included
Cumberland River
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
Mount Defiance Lookout
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
5 minutes here · Admission included
Cape Patton Lookout Point
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
5 minutes here · Admission included
Carisbrook Creek
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
5 minutes here · Admission included
Kennet River
Kennetr River is home to many wild animals, including king parrots and even the odd koala or two!
10 minutes here · Admission included
Kennett River Nature Walk
Here, we go koala spotting!!
10 minutes here · Admission included
Carisbrook Waterfall
Half Day Great Ocean Road Express Tour (Tour excludes The 12 Apostles)
20 minutes here · Admission included
Apollo Bay
We stop in Apollo Bay for a quick lunch, before making our way inland back towards Melbourne and back to your Cruise Ship.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Melbourne
Please wait at the designated pick up time, underneath the Palm Tree's located next to the main entrance of the Eureka Tower Observation Deck by no later than 7am.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Please wait at the designated pick up time, underneath the Palm Tree's located next to the main entrance of the Eureka Tower Observation Deck by no later than 7am.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Great Ocean Road Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 12 years of age are not permitted to travel due to long travel distances involved.
- We wish to advise larger groups of 4 or 5, that our luggage capacity is limited, so we recommend 1 x airplane cabin-sized bags per person. For groups of 3 passengers or less, 1 x standard size suitcase & 1 x cabin-sized bag per person is acceptable.
- Please dress according to the local weather conditions. A comfy pair of shoes, waterproof top and warm top is recommended.
- IMPORTANT - Please ensure you have allotted enough time for the full 12 hour tour. This includes allowing enough time to dis-embark the boat in the morning and board the vessel in the evening. We strongly advise having travel insurance for any unforseen circumstances.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $367 to $900
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.
How much does Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) cost?
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Prices start at $367 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 Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) 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 Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Melbourne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour)?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) 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 Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour)?
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Around 0 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 Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour) 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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