Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
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4.9/5
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Is Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne worth booking?
Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne is a 11.5-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $1795 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (30)
- Duration
- 11.5 hours
- From
- $1795 per person
Luxury Private Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour – Avoid the crowds, no rush experience. Experience the Great Ocean Road in the comfort of your private luxury Mercedes vehicle with a dedicated guide. Unlike group tours, thi
What you get
About this experience
Luxury Private Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour – Avoid the crowds, no rush experience. Experience the Great Ocean Road in the comfort of your private luxury Mercedes vehicle with a dedicated guide. Unlike group tours, this bespoke journey is designed exclusively for you, with the freedom to choose how long to spend at each stop. Our carefully planned reverse route begins at the iconic Twelve Apostles, then returns along the coast, avoiding big-bus crowds so you can enjoy uninterrupted views at a relaxed pace. Highlights include the Razorback, stunning lookouts, charming coastal towns, plus opportunities to spot kangaroos and koalas in the wild. A top-rated guide conducts this tour, with photography assistance. We provide luxury seating, personalised service, and child seats on request. Your day starts with a coffee and breakfast stop before one of Australia’s most breathtaking journeys unfolds. Private, flexible, and unforgettable – this is the Great Ocean Road done in style.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- WIFI
Not included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
The Twelve Apostles
This is the most popular destination in Victoria and a must-see. Take an optional Helicopter ride over the attractions or view the Apostles over the built platforms.
30 minutes here
Loch Ard Gorge
Another natural treasure just next to twelve Apostles
60 minutes here
Gibsons Steps
Be mesmerised by the two giant limestone stacks in the sea from the beach below.
20 minutes here
Great Ocean Road
Be mesmerised by this heritage-listed road with spectacular views of the ocean and hills.
180 minutes here
Melba Gully National Park
This is a must-see for anyone passing through the Otways. The rainforest walk takes us through the Otways' ancient rainforest, featuring towering blue gums, Fern trees, and Myrtle Beech trees. Also, look out for the carnivorous snails.
30 minutes here
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
Take some great photos under this Archway and learn the history of the great ocean road build
15 minutes here
Teddy's Lookout
This is probably the best photo stop on the Tour, with scenic views of St George Rive, Lorne Beach, Otway Ranges and The Great Ocean Road.
20 minutes here
Apollo Bay
We will stop here and enjoy lunch of your choice. I always recommend the fresh Fish and Chips which every visitor has loved.
60 minutes here
Split Point Lighthouse
The lighthouse was constructed in 1891. For 27 years, three lighthouse keepers worked at this remote location, ensuring the light was operating well and communicating with ships via a number of code systems. The lighthouse still has its original construction with a wonderful staircase and timber fittings. The lantern still operates having had more than three different light sources over its history. The tower was converted to automatic operation in 1919. The keepers' cottages and stables form an intrinsic part of the lighthouse precinct.
20 minutes here
Great Otway National Park
Here, the scenery changes to dense tall Eucalyptus and fern trees: you will spot the koalas in the trees.
120 minutes here
Last toilet stop and a chance to grab some sweet locally made ice cream and chocolates.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Melbourne
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Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
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Options you can book
Great Ocean Road Private Luxury Tour
Pickup included
Great Ocean Road tour Minibus
11 Seat Luxury Bus Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Awesome Leisure Group
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 30 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
30 verified traveler reviews for Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great company to tour the Great Ocean Road
Peter was our driver and he was fantastic. Highly recommend this company and if you get Peter as your driver you will be in for a great trip. He’s very knowledgeable about local history and flexible during the stops. He also knows the best route and schedule to stay ahead of the large tours so you get the best photos at the 12 Apostles and other scenic stops. My daughter really wanted to see wild koalas and kangaroos which he made happen. The van was very comfortable as well and the two stops for food were very good well. You will not regret booking with this company.
via Viator
Beautiful Ocean Road-12 Apostles!!
Our guide Peter was amazing! so knowledgable about the area, its history, etc. He planned out a wonderful day and if we wanted to shorten here....a little more time there, he was super flexible. And the area was breathtaking! Not to miss when in the Melbourne area for sure!
via Viator
Guide not the best but liked the trip
Views were amazing. Our quide only dropped us off at spots but did not go with us and explain the sites. He talked a lot in the car about un related stuff. A lot of travel from Melbourne but worth it if you enjoy seeing nature and ocean views
Response from the operator: Hi Richard, I’m very sorry for the inconvenience caused, and can confirm that I’ve processed a refund for you. This is certainly not the experience we aim to provide. While the guide later advised me that he was unfortunately unwell on the day, this should have been communicated to me immediately, so the situation could have been handled better. Please be assured that I will be reinforcing with all guides that walking each site and providing clear, engaging explanations is a core standard I expect to be delivered on every tour. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I truly appreciate it and hope we may have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances. Warm regards, Melvin
via Viator
Day trip to the Twelve Apostles
Our guide Peter was a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He was very experienced in giving this tour and took us on a few successful side trips in search of koalas and kangaroos. We were also impressed with Peters safe and courteous driving skill. This tour was all day and we felt it was time well spent. We would highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
The great ocean road tour (end Nov)
The great ocean tour was awesome and unforgettable despite the rain that came every now and then during our trip. My family of 5 booked a private tour with Melvin as our guide and driver. Our vehicle was a Mercedes minivan which was spacious and comfortable for our family. We were picked up at 7am from our hotel and we travelled to Colac for our morning breakfast. After that we proceeded to the twelve apostles for our first stop of the great ocean road tour. Melvin, our guide, chose to travel via the reverse route which helped us avoided the crowd at every places that we stopped. Considering that we went to this trip on a Sunday, it’s hard to believe that there was little crowd at our various stops. Even though its end November, the weather is very chilly due to the very strong winds along the coastline. For those who want to travel here, please wear enough clothings to protect yourselves against the unpredictable weather in Melbourne. Bring along umbrellas as you never know when the rain will come. Our guide also brought us to see kangaroos and koalas along the way. Lunch at the Apollo Bay was around 1.30pm to 2pm, we chose to eat at a Chinese & western restaurant. The restaurant was not crowded during this time and we were able to find seats and order western dishes for our lunch. The view along the great ocean road was magnificent. I would suggest that if you intend to travel here, it’s best not to drive so that you can fully enjoy the scenic view along the coastline. The journey itself is very long and many sections of the roads are winding and narrow, so it can be dangerous if you are not alert and get yourself distracted by the scenic views. We have our last stop at the chocolate & ice cream factory. We ate some ice creams there and bought some chocolates back to our hotel to consume. This is a good place for chocolate lovers who will find many varieties of chocolates to choose from. In this trip, we were so blessed to have Melvin (Awesome Leisure Group) to be our guide and driver. He was very knowledgeable and experienced. Along the way, he shared with us much information on the great ocean road as well as the history of Australia. I would strongly recommend that you have him as your guide if you intend to travel to the great ocean road. All in all I would say this is an unforgettable trip and I will come back to the great ocean road again if I were to return to Melbourne.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 11.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1795 to $1895
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.
How much does Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne cost?
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Prices start at $1795 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 Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne take?
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Plan for about 11.5 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 Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 30 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 Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne?
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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 Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne?
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Around 11 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 11.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne 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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