Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia

Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version

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Is Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version worth booking?

Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version is a 13-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $440 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
13 hours
From
$440 per person

The tour is an Exclusively Private Tour, 13 hours in duration, which explores the beautiful Great Ocean Road and all that it has to offer, in your own comfy air conditioned private vehicle together with an experienced gu

What you get

    About this experience

    The tour is an Exclusively Private Tour, 13 hours in duration, which explores the beautiful Great Ocean Road and all that it has to offer, in your own comfy air conditioned private vehicle together with an experienced guide. Visit all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus other must-see attractions inside Great Otway National Park. Visit the beautiful coastal township of Apollo Bay before embarking on a stunning introduction to Port Campbell National Park, where you will visit Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge, London bridge and The Arch. As this is an extended tour, you have additional time foe search for koala's and kangaroos in the wild, and have a guided walk through a magnificent rainforest. **Please note that this tour NOT operate in May, June, July, August or September due to the limited daylight hours.

    What's included

    Included

    • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
    • Bottled water
    • National Park fees
    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Driver/guide
    • Surcharges on fuel
    • Transport by private vehicle
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Great Ocean Road

      Sit back and relax, as we tour along the main section of the Great Ocean Road

      360 minutes here

    2. Bells Beach

      We stop to view one of the world most famous surf spots.

      10 minutes here

    3. Lorne Beach

      One of the Great Ocean Road's largest coastal towns.

      10 minutes here

    4. Teddy's Lookout

      Great vantage point over Lorne and surroundings.

      10 minutes here

    5. Great Ocean Road Tours

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    6. Split Point Lighthouse

      A major landmark of the Great Ocean Road, and a chance for some great photos.

      20 minutes here

    7. Mait's Rest

      After lunch, we will undertake one of the area's most beautiful walk - easy moderate 25 minute walk.

      25 minutes here

    8. Cape Patton Lookout Point

      Stunning vantage point along the GOR.

      5 minutes here

    9. Kennett River Nature Walk

      Here, we search for the illusive koala. Sadly there are only 80,000 koala's left in the wild, but your guide knows all the best spots to look, so fingers crossed!

      20 minutes here

    10. Castle Cove

      Fabulous cove with spectacular views from the clifftop.

      10 minutes here

    11. Great Otway National Park

      The tour will pass through The Great Otway National Park

      180 minutes here

    12. Twelve Apostles Marine National Park

      The Marine National Park is home to the Twelve apostles, as well other key rock formations.

      90 minutes here

    13. Loch Ard Gorge

      The site of the famous Loch Ard shipwreck.

      15 minutes here

    14. The Twelve Apostles

      We make a stop to view the twelve apostles, from a great boardwalk vantage point.

      45 minutes here

    15. Port Campbell precinct and foreshore

      We make a short stop at the small coastal township of Port Campbell.

      10 minutes here

    16. Port Campbell National Park

      The National Park is home to local wildlife as well as some natural rock formations

      30 minutes here

    17. London Bridge

      Subject to time, we make a stop to London Bridge rock formation, which partly collapsed in the 1990's.

      20 minutes here

    18. Melbourne Skydeck

      At the conclusion of the tour, guests will have the option to be dropped off at their cruise ship, or they may choose to finish their day at Eureka Observation deck and make their own way back. *Tickets are at guests own expense. Upon conclusion of the observation deck, guests are required to make their own way onward journey.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    19. Twelve Apostles Marine National Park

      we make a 45 mine stop for the 12 Apostles boardwalk.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    20. The Great Ocean Road

      We travel the entire section of the Great Ocean Road. All the way from the start at Torquay to end the end of the road at Port Campbell. Driving time is approximately 8 hours giving you a huge 6 hours of sightseeing outside of the vehicle.

      480 minutes here · Admission included

    21. Cape Otway

      We travel through Cape Otway forest enroute.

      60 minutes here

    22. Lorne

      We stop in Lorne for a comfort break. It is also the location for the Great ocean Road museum which is included in your tour (optional)

      30 minutes here

    23. Port Campbell National Park

      We make several stop sin they National Park. the extra time you have a great choice of different venues to visit.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    24. Port Campbell

      We stop here for a comfort break, before we make the scenic journey back to Melbourne.

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 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
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
    Group size
    Up to 5 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Great Ocean Road Tours

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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.
    • NOTE : This total duration spent in the car will be 8-9 hours, as we will travel over 500+ Kilometres. If you suffer from car motion sickness, we do not recommend you choose this tour. We do also a 2 Day Tour with just 4-5 hours driving per day. Please refer to our website for further details
    • Please provide a local mobile contact number on your booking, incase we need to contact you pre-tour
    • Pick up point - Direct Hotel Pick Up (Melbourne CBD, Docklands or Southbank only)
    • Hotel drop off - As per your original Pick up Location.
    • Comfy trainers/sneakers are advisable
    • Minimum age is 12 years
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Photos

    Your 1st stop is Bells BeachLoch Ard Gorge Beach - You have a chance to climb down on its golden sands where you will learn of an incredible event that happened here centuries agoThe Memorial ArchwayLuxury Transport - includes free wifi/bottled water. Leather seating. Air conditioning. Privacy Blinds. USB charging Ports. UV Protected tinted windows.Step down onto the beach at any time on the trip.The extended tour gives you ample opportunity to discover the Otway Ranges

    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    SingaporeSusan88 · November 2023

    Comprehensive Private Tour

    The Great Ocean Road is really a must visit. We almost dropped it off our list as one of our group wanted to visit a wildlife park instead. But so glad to choose to take a tour down here. The wildlife is great here as well and feels more natural. Our guide James managed to find a koala in the wild. Now that was an experience, which apparently might not be possible in decades to come due to their dwindling numbers. So sad :(

    Response from the operator: Thanks Susan, I'm always thrilled when we manage to spot a koala on the tour. It is however sadly becoming harder and harder. Their numbers are down from 82,000 (2018) to 57,000 (2023) which is a drastic drop, and it is predicted they will become extinct in New South Wales by 2050. It just goes to show the devastating effect climate change is having on our wildlife in Australia. I hope your family had a safe trip back to Singapore. So lovely to meet you all. Thanks, James

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    13 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
    Price range
    $440 to $1100
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 54

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)9
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version cost?

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    Prices start at $440 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 Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version take?

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    Plan for about 13 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 Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version?

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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 Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version?

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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 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (13 Hour) Extended Version 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.

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