Explore the Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
The 12 Apostles are dramatic limestone stacks along the Great Ocean Road, shaped over millions of years by the Southern Ocean.
⏱ Full day tour ⏱ Express 9 hour tour ⏱ 2 day tours by request · 🏡 Hotel pickup · ★★★★★ 175+ 5 star reviews
Experience one of Australia's most spectacular coastal journeys in the comfort of your own private luxury vehicle. Whether you choose our full-day Great Ocean Road experience or our shorter 12 Apostles Express Tour, you'll enjoy a personalised itinerary with your own local guide. This private Great Ocean Road tour is designed to avoid the crowds, take in the best viewpoints, and give you time to enjoy each stop without rushing.
From rugged cliffs and surf beaches to ancient rainforests and native wildlife, your day is tailored to your pace and interests — with your guide adjusting along the way to make the most of conditions.
Choose Your Great Ocean Road Experience
Whether you're looking for a relaxed full-day journey or a shorter itinerary focused on the highlights, we offer two private tour options.
Private Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Full-Day Tour
Perfect for: Travellers wanting the complete Great Ocean Road experience.
Travel inland to the Twelve Apostles, returning via the spectacular Great Ocean Road
More scenic stops and photo opportunities
More relaxed pace with time to explore
Approximately 11–12 hours.
Private 12 Apostles Express Tour
Perfect for: Travellers who want to experience the iconic Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge in a shorter day.
Direct inland journey to the Twelve Apostles.
Visit Loch Ard Gorge.
Return inland to Melbourne.
Approximately 9 hours
Looking for a slower pace?
Enjoy even more time exploring Victoria’s spectacular coastline on our 2-Day Private Great Ocean Road Tour, with extra time to explore the coastline, rainforests and charming coastal towns.
Available by request. Contact us to discuss your personalised itinerary.
Why Choose Our Great Ocean Road Tours
See Australia’s most visited coast line, with stunning vistas and landscapes
Private Tour in Luxury vehicle with your personal local guide, no large tour buses
Trusted by 175+ five-star reviews
Hotel pickup and drop-off included in Melbourne CBD
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour date
ITINERARY
Your day, step by step
A typical Full Day itinerary— always flexible depending on your preferences.
7:30 am — Hotel pickup
We collect you from your Melbourne CBD accommodation and begin the journey inland.
Mid Morning — Arrival 12 Apostles Visitor Centre
Visit the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Spend time at the iconic limestone stacks with opportunities for photos and short walks.
Lunch - Apollo Bay
Travel back through rain forests to the coastal town of Apollo Bay.
Afternoon — Travel along the spectacular Apollo Bay to Lorne coastal route
Visit dramatic coastal formations and enjoy flexible stops depending on weather and preferences.
Mid afternoon — Possible wild life sightings, travel through Anglesea and return to Melbourne
Relax on the return drive, arriving back to your hotel early evening.
INCLUDED
All-inclusive private tour with local guide, private luxury vehicle, pickup in Melbourne CBD and National Park entry fees.
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PRICING
From A$1,929
Click the booking link for pricing details.
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✓ Private Luxury vehicle
✓ Experienced local guide
✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off within Melbourne CBD
✓ Bottled water
✓ National park entry fees
✓ Flexible, customised itinerary
✓ All road tolls -
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email. Refunds will be provided according to the amount of notice given before the scheduled tour date:
7 or more days before the tour date: Full refund of the tour price.
4–6 days before the tour date: 50% refund of the tour price.
3 days or less before the tour date: No refund. The full tour price applies.
Where third-party bookings have been made on your behalf, including accommodation, attraction tickets, ferry tickets, train tickets, Puffing Billy or Penguin tickets or other services, additional cancellation fees imposed by those providers may apply.
Tours may be cancelled due to extreme weather or safety conditions
Refunds are processed to the original payment method
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Pickup and drop-off from Melbourne CBD hotels and accommodation
Airport and cruise terminal pickup available on request
Pickup time is confirmed after booking
We recommend being ready 5 minutes before pickup
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Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing, as weather is changeable along the coast.
Hat, sunscreen and warm clothing in the cooler months.
Camera or phone for photos
Ready to book your private tour!
Ready to experience one of Australia's most iconic coastal journeys? Choose your preferred tour below or contact us to create a personalised itinerary.Contact us to check availability or customise your Great Ocean Road experience.