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Melbourne to Adelaide Return Great Ocean Road Tour - 3 Days

Discover the Great Ocean Road and Grampians on a 3-day tour from Melbourne to Adelaide with wildlife encounters, iconic lookouts and overnight stays.
Melbourne to Adelaide Return Great Ocean Road Tour - 3 Days

Highlights

  • Marvel at the Twelve Apostles coastline

  • Encounter native wildlife in natural habitats

  • Walk rainforest trails in Great Otway

  • Experience Grampians lookouts & waterfalls

  • Enjoy overnight stays in scenic locations

  • Learn from an expert driver-guide

Explore some of Victoria's most celebrated landscapes on a three-day and two-night journey from Melbourne to Adelaide, travelling along the world-famous Great Ocean Road and into the heart of the Grampians National Park. Visit iconic sights including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Great Otway National Park, while keeping an eye out for wild koalas, kangaroos and native birdlife along the way.

Continue your adventure through Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an ancient volcanic landscape rich in wildlife and Aboriginal heritage, before discovering the rugged beauty of the Grampians. Enjoy guided bush walks to spectacular locations including Pinnacle Lookout, Mackenzie Falls, Reed Lookout and Boroka Lookout, with two nights' accommodation, selected meals and expert local commentary helping you make the most of this unforgettable Australian road trip.

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Inclusions

  • Three-day Melbourne to Adelaide (return) guided tour
  • Two nights' accommodation in Warrnambool and Halls Gap
  • Two breakfasts and two dinners
  • Great Ocean Road sightseeing
  • Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge visit
  • Great Otway National Park rainforest walk
  • Tower Hill Conservation Reserve visit
  • Grampians National Park guided walks
  • Pinnacle Lookout, Reed Lookout and Boroka Lookout visits
  • Mackenzie Falls visit
  • National Park entry fees
  • Australian wildlife spotting opportunities
  • Experienced driver-guide
  • Air-conditioned small group transport
  • Local commentary throughout the tour
  • Selected Melbourne pick-up and drop-off points

Exclusions

  • Any meals not indicated within the itinerary
  • Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road:

  • Travel the iconic Great Ocean Road

  • Spot wild koalas along the coastline

  • Stop in Apollo Bay for lunch

  • Enjoy a guided rainforest walk in Great Otway National Park

  • Visit the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge

  • Overnight stay in Warrnambool

  • Included meals: Dinner

  • Day 2: Great Ocean Road to Grampians:

  • Visit Tower Hill Conservation Reserve

  • Discover native wildlife including emus and kangaroos

  • Travel into the Grampians National Park

  • Hike to the iconic Pinnacle Lookout

  • Take in panoramic Grampians views

  • Enjoy a traditional Aussie BBQ dinner

  • Overnight stay in Halls Gap

  • Included meals: Breakfast and dinner

  • Day 3: Grampians to Melbourne:

  • Walk to the base of Mackenzie Falls

  • Visit Reed Lookout and The Balconies

  • Take in views from Boroka Lookout

  • Explore the Grampians' rugged landscapes

  • Return to Melbourne at approximately 5.30pm

  • Included meals: Breakfast

Options

  • Shared Accommodation: Dormitory-style room with shared bathroom facilities. Sleeps 4, 6, 8, or 12 guests in bunk beds and includes a ceiling fan, communal kitchen and shared TV lounge areas
  • Motel Accommodation: Private Double, Twin or Single room with ensuite bathroom. Sleeps one or two guests and includes towels, bed linen, fridge, TV, air conditioning, heating, and tea and coffee making facilities

Time

  • This experience departs at 7.35am on day one, and returns at approximately 5.30pm on day three
  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure

Operating Hours

  • This experience operates weekly on a Sunday throughout the year
  • Thursday and Sunday from November to April only

Duration

  • This experience is two nights and three days in duration.

Departure Location

  • This experience departs from the Immigration Museum (Market Street side), 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000.

What To Bring

  • Two-litre refillable water bottle
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Beach towels and toiletries
  • Bathers or swimwear
  • All-weather clothing (extreme conditions day/night)
  • Comfortable sturdy walking shoes (closed-toe shoes)
  • Warm jumper and raincoat
  • 20kg max overnight bag and small day pack (max 5-7kg)
  • Headlamp or torch
  • Camera
  • Spending money (meals, snacks, personal expenses, etc.)

Terms And Conditions

  • The experience provider is not liable for illness, injury, loss, delay, or failure to join the tour due to factors beyond their control
  • Travel insurance is recommended
  • The supplier reserves the right to modify routes or cancel tours due to unforeseen circumstances
  • Participants with special dietary needs are advised to bring snacks as options are limited in the outback
  • Please advise of any dietary requirements, food allergies or medical conditions when booking, or at least 7 days before departure
  • Alcohol is not permitted on board tour vehicles
  • Guests who are intoxicated or disruptive may be refused travel
  • The legal drinking age in Australia is 18 years and valid photo ID may be required
  • Participants under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 14 days before the start time of your experienceΒ 
  • Changes are not permitted within 14 days of your experienceΒ 
  • Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experienceΒ 

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking.
  • Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience.
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction.
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator information, including contact details, is included on your tour voucher.
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking. However, it is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control.
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements.

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