4 hours to 1 day
This full-day Great Ocean Road tour covers the headline stops without overcomplicating things. You’ll get the big coastal viewpoints, time in Apollo Bay for lunch, chances to spot koalas, and visits to the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. It’s a long day, but the price is low for the amount of ground covered, so it suits travellers who want to tick off the classic route in one hit.
Why backpackers love it
At $55, this is a cheap way to see the Great Ocean Road’s biggest sights if you don’t have a car or don’t want to deal with self-driving. It packs a lot into one booking, which is handy for short stays in Victoria. The route hits the places most people actually want to see, and the lunch stop in Apollo Bay breaks up the day nicely. Just be aware it’s better suited to travellers with moderate fitness and not ideal if you struggle with long day trips.
Expect a long day on the road with regular sightseeing stops along the coast. The tour takes in views around Lorne, then continues to Apollo Bay where you’ll have time to buy lunch. Along the way, keep an eye out for koalas before heading to the major limestone formations and lookouts further west. The best-known stops are the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, with London Bridge also included, which is a nice extra as not every tour goes there. A bilingual driver-guide leads the day.
Additional details
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From A$55.00
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A long but easy Great Ocean Road day trip with major coastal stops, koala spotting, CBD pick-up and lunch time in Apollo Bay.
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