Great Ocean Road Private and Customised Luxury Day Trip from Melbourne
by Awesome Leisure Group
Overview
This private day trip from Melbourne along the Great Ocean Road lasts between 8 and 12 hours and uses luxury vehicles with air conditioning. The tour is fully customisable, allowing the group to decide which stops to visit and how long to spend at each. Pickup is available from any accommodation location in Melbourne at a flexible time, with the option to return as early as 4:00 pm if desired. Child seats can be provided upon request for families. The itinerary typically includes travel along the Great Ocean Road for about three hours, visiting the Split Point Lighthouse where visitors can see the original 1891 structure and learn about the lighthouse keepers who worked there. The Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway stop offers insight into the road's construction and photo opportunities. At Teddy's Lookout, the group can view the ocean, the road, and Lorne Beach. Apollo Bay provides a one-hour break for lunch, with fresh fish and chips recommended but not included. Mait's Rest features a 20-minute rainforest walk among Mountain Ash and fern trees with information on the forest's history and conservation. The tour also stops for one hour each at Loch Ard Gorge and the Twelve Apostles to explore these natural landmarks. In Great Otway National Park, the scenery changes to dense blue gum trees where koalas may be spotted. The Razorback offers a 15-minute stop to see unique natural rock formations and views. Bottled water and all fees and taxes are included, but meals are not. An optional helicopter flight over the Twelve Apostles is available at extra cost.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Melbourne
Pickup is arranged from any location specified by the guest in Melbourne.
The Great Ocean Road
Travel along the scenic Great Ocean Road for about three hours, viewing coastal landscapes.
180 min
Split Point Lighthouse
Visit the lighthouse built in 1891 where three keepers worked for 27 years maintaining the light and communicating with ships. The original structure including the staircase and timber fittings remain. The lantern operates automatically since 1919. The precinct includes the keepers' cottages and stables.
20 min
Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
Stop for about 10 minutes to learn about the history of the road's construction and take photos at the archway.
10 min
Teddy's Lookout
A 20-minute stop at this vantage point offering views of the ocean, the Great Ocean Road, and Lorne Beach.
20 min
Apollo Bay
Break for about one hour to have lunch at Apollo Bay. Visitors often choose fresh fish and chips, but meals are not included.
60 min
Mait's Rest
Walk a 20-minute rainforest trail featuring giant Mountain Ash and fern trees, with information about the forest's history and conservation efforts.
20 min
Loch Ard Gorge
Spend about one hour exploring this natural landmark near the Twelve Apostles.
60 min
The Twelve Apostles
Visit this popular Victorian destination for approximately one hour to view the limestone stacks.
60 min
Great Otway National Park
Drive through the park where tall blue gum trees grow densely. There is a chance to see koalas in the trees.
The Razorback
A 15-minute stop to see distinctive natural rock formations and take in the views.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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