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Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure
11 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1120
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★ 5.0 (37)
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3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour
Three days exploring Victoria's most celebrated natural attractions and urban highlights. Day one sweeps along the Great Ocean Road's dramatic coastline, day two heads to Phillip Island for the nightly penguin return, and you'll fit in a complimentary [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) city tour at your own pace. Travel in a comfortable coach with small groups (max 24), multilingual audio support, and breakfast included each morning.
3 daysfrom AUD $334
★ 5.0 (29)
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Full Day Private Custom Tour of Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles
A private guided drive along Victoria's spectacular coastal route takes you to the 12 Apostles and beyond. Your local driver navigates the Great Ocean Road's dramatic cliffside stretches, stopping at viewpoints and lesser-known spots suited to your interests. Running 10–11 hours door-to-door from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne), this tailored experience fits up to seven travellers in a comfortable vehicle, with hotel collection included.
10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $2799
★ 5.0 (22)
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Great Ocean Road Coastal Spectcular with Wildlife Wonders
This 11.5-hour coastal drive reverses the typical Great Ocean Road route to sidestep tour-bus queues and catch softer morning light at the 12 Apostles. You'll visit a working chocolate farm, descend into Loch Ard Gorge to hear its shipwreck history, walk through Otway Ranges rainforest, and lunch at a seaside cafe. The route follows the Surfcoast Shire's winding coastal road, stopping for photos and spotting wild koalas near Kennet River and kangaroos at Anglesea golf course. A quality ice-creamery visit rounds out the day.
11h 30mfrom AUD $998
★ 5.0 (20)
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Private Two Day Great Ocean Road Tour
A private two-day drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 10am with your own guide and vehicle. You'll explore the 12 Apostles rock formations, detour through Great Otway National Park and Maits Rest rainforest, then stay overnight in the coastal town of Apollo Bay. Day two takes you deeper into Port Campbell National Park before returning to Melbourne by 4pm. Suits all fitness levels from age 12 up.
2 daysfrom AUD $825
★ 5.0 (19)
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Great Ocean Road Private Tour
Travel the full 244-kilometre stretch of Australia's Great Ocean Road on a private, guided tour lasting 11.5 hours. Your licensed driver navigates you through dramatic coastal landscapes—shipwrecks, sandstone cliffs, rainforest pockets and rock-pool bays—at your own pace, with the option to reverse the standard route and sidestep peak-season crowds. The tour covers vehicle and guide only, making larger groups better value.
11h 30mfrom AUD $1449
★ 5.0 (18)
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Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch
A 12-hour small group tour along Australia's Great Ocean Road, exploring the dramatic Twelve Apostles rock formations and Loch Ard Gorge with a guide who brings local knowledge to the journey. Your minibus—small enough to reach spots larger coaches can't access—includes morning tea by the shore and lunch, with genuine interaction that feels more like travelling with mates than ticking boxes on a tour itinerary.
12 hoursfrom AUD $160
★ 5.0 (16)
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Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Experience the Great Ocean Road's most celebrated landmarks on this full-day expedition from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). Departing early on Wednesday mornings, you'll beat the peak crowds while your local guide steers you through twelve hours of coastal scenery—towering cliffs, hidden coves, and the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations. All transport, guide expertise, and national park access are included; bring your own snacks or plan meal stops en route.
12 hoursfrom AUD $189
★ 5.0 (15)
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Small Group Personalised Private Tours Melbourne (up to 14 pax)
Customised private tours around [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) and regional Victoria with experienced drivers who know the territory well. Choose your own itinerary—from the dramatic cliffs of Great Ocean Road to the rolling vineyards of Yarra Valley or Phillip Island's wildlife spectacles. Travels in spacious, comfortable vehicles for groups up to 14 people or solo explorers, with fixed transparent pricing and all essentials included. Tours run from one hour to a full day depending on your interests.
1 hour – 10 hoursfrom AUD $890
★ 5.0 (15)
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Great Ocean Road Full Day Private Experience
A 12–13 hour private drive along Australia's Great Ocean Road reveals far more than the famous Twelve Apostles. Your guide navigates you through windswept coastal towns, past surf breaks and rainforest reserves, to shipwreck sites and sculpted rock formations. Stop where you wish, spot native wildlife from koalas to kangaroos, and choose your own pace. Morning or afternoon tea is included; lunch options range from casual to two courses. The route is fully customisable to your interests and energy levels.
12 hours – 13 hoursfrom AUD $875
![[PRIVATE TOUR] 12 Apostles | Great Ocean Road | Day Trip](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/09/bd/38/26.jpg)
★ 5.0 (15)
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[PRIVATE TOUR] 12 Apostles | Great Ocean Road | Day Trip
A private 10–11 hour coastal drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road takes you past the dramatic 12 Apostles rock formations, through pockets of ancient rainforest, and along cliff-edge stretches where native wildlife roams freely. Your driver navigates the full suite of highlights at a pace that suits your group, with stops tailored to what you want to see and how long you want to linger.
10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $1650
★ 5.0 (12)
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Great Ocean Road Small Group Tour with Dingos, Sparkling & Lunch
A 12-hour loop along Victoria's Great Ocean Road in a small coach (max 15 guests), hitting the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge before stopping at a wildlife sanctuary to meet kangaroos, emus and dingoes. You'll walk through Jan Juc and Apollo Bay's coastal villages, tuck into organic lunch at the park, and raise a glass of sparkling overlooking the limestone stacks. Departs and returns to [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) city.
12 hoursfrom AUD $175
★ 5.0 (10)
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Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight)
Fly by private helicopter from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to the 12 Apostles, landing directly at the site for two hours of exploration. This five-hour experience skips the eight-hour drive, giving you unobstructed views of the Great Ocean Road's limestone formations from the air and ground. Optional add-ons include a winery stopover with lunch or an evening detour to Phillip Island's Penguin Parade.
5 hoursfrom AUD $3299
★ 5.0 (7)
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Mornington Peninsula Coastal Discovery Tour from Melbourne
Skip the epic Great Ocean Road slog and hit the Mornington Peninsula's southern coastline instead. This eight-hour day trip trades distance for density—clifftop walks, fishing villages, and Port Phillip vistas packed into one outing with a local guide and small group. You'll explore Point Nepean National Park on foot or bike, wander Sorrento's beachside streets, and chase views that rival the famous road but without the crowds or windscreen time.
8 hoursfrom AUD $125
★ 5.0 (7)
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Private 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Hiking Tour from Melbourne
This 12-hour private tour from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) tackles the Great Ocean Road's most striking landmarks without fighting peak-hour crowds. You'll walk among the towering 12 Apostles limestone formations, descend Gibson Steps to the beach below, and venture into Great Otway National Park for a Grade 2 rainforest hike to a secluded waterfall. The route also includes the Californian Redwoods and coastal villages where koalas, king parrots and kangaroos roam freely. Your itinerary flexes to match your group's pace and interests.
12 hoursfrom AUD $1300
★ 5.0 (6)
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Great Ocean Road Grampians 2 Day Tour from Melbourne to Adelaide
This two-day overland traverse connects [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to Adelaide via the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park. You'll drive the famous clifftop route spotting wild koalas and coastal townships, stand before the Twelve Apostles, explore Loch Ard Gorge's shipwreck stories, then overnight in Halls Gap surrounded by mountain ranges and native wildlife. The next morning brings guided walks through the Grampians before heading west into South Australia. An expert local driver narrates throughout, with all meals and park entry included.
2 daysfrom AUD $518
★ 5.0 (6)
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Great Ocean Road Full Day Private Tour
Traverse one of Australia's most striking coastal routes in a private vehicle, covering 243 kilometres of limestone cliffs, secluded coves, and temperate rainforest over a full day. This 12-hour tour runs reverse—starting near Port Campbell and heading toward Torquay—which strategically sidesteps peak crowds at famous sites like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. You'll navigate winding clifftop roads with your own driver, stopping to explore dramatic rock formations and hidden beaches at your own pace, with hot drinks provided throughout.
12 hoursfrom AUD $1050
★ 5.0 (5)
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Private Three Day Great Ocean Road Tour
A three-day private tour of Victoria's Great Ocean Road with your own driver and guide, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 10am. You'll explore the limestone cliffs and coastal scenery from Apollo Bay as your base, including the 12 Apostles rock formations and Great Otway National Park. The extended timeframe lets you tackle forest walks and quieter stretches beyond the standard stops, returning to Melbourne around 4pm on day three.
3 daysfrom AUD $1300
★ 5.0 (5)
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Great Ocean Road Medium Size Group Tour
Spend 11 hours exploring Australia's most dramatic coastline with a small group of up to 24 travellers. This Great Ocean Road tour combines forest walks, coastal views and native wildlife spotting in a single day. You'll travel in a climate-controlled coach, stopping at key lookouts and natural attractions that make this stretch of Victoria's coast unmissable. Designed for all fitness levels, it's an efficient way to tick off the highlights without needing your own car.
11 hoursfrom AUD $168
![[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/09/dd/5b/44.jpg)
★ 5.0 (4)
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[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip
Skip the coastal drive and head straight to the dramatic rock formations of the Twelve Apostles in a private vehicle. This 7.5-hour tour cuts through inland routes to maximise time at Port Campbell National Park's best viewpoints, avoiding crowds and lengthy transfers. Your experienced driver handles all navigation while you soak in the limestone cliffs and Southern Ocean views. Customisable to suit your pace and interests.
7h 30mfrom AUD $1350
★ 5.0 (4)
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Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)
A 12-hour private exploration of Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing directly from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) Cruise Ship Terminal. You'll travel over 500 kilometres through Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, stopping at iconic landmarks including the 12 Apostles and Apollo Bay township. This tour suits cruise passengers with tight turnaround schedules, though expect 8–9 hours of driving time.
12 hoursfrom AUD $580
★ 5.0 (3)
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Full-Day Private Group Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
A 12-hour private group drive along Victoria's Great Ocean Road, heading south from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) through dramatic coastal scenery. You'll travel past sheer clifftops, wind down to pristine beaches, cross river inlets and thread through temperate rainforest. The route follows the legendary highway as it hugs the shoreline, with stops designed to let you absorb the raw landscape at your own pace. Flexible group sizes mean you travel with people you know.
12 hoursfrom AUD $600
★ 5.0 (3)
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Private Great Ocean Road Day Extended Tour With Early Departure (13 Hours)
Beat the tour buses on this private 13-hour sweep of the Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 6:30am and returning by 7:30pm. Your dedicated local guide takes only your group along the Shipwreck Coast, stopping longer at each rock formation and limestone stack than standard itineraries allow. You'll spot kangaroos, koalas and native birds in their habitat, with extra photo opportunities built into a route that covers over 500 kilometres.
13 hoursfrom AUD $550
★ 5.0 (3)
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Great Ocean Road Sunset Private Experience
Drive the full 240-kilometre stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road in a private vehicle, timing your journey to catch the sunset at the Twelve Apostles. Your guide navigates you through coastal towns like Lorne and Torquay, the Otway Ranges rainforest, and the dramatic Shipwreck Coast, sharing stories and history along the way. Stop where you want, linger as long as you like, and watch the limestone stacks glow as daylight fades. Twelve to thirteen hours total.
12 hours – 13 hoursfrom AUD $875
★ 5.0 (3)
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Private Helicopter Tour to 12 Apostles & Great Ocean Road
Fly from Essendon Airport across Victoria's dramatic southwestern coastline, tracing the Great Ocean Road from the Surf Coast past Bells Beach, Lorne and Cape Otway Lighthouse. Land at the 12 Apostles Heliport for up to two hours exploring the limestone formations on foot, then circle back overhead before returning inland. Four hours total, piloted by experienced crew with full carbon offset.
4 hoursfrom AUD $1995
★ 5.0 (3)
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Private Great Ocean Road Express Tour (9 Hour Tour)
This 9-hour private tour covers the western stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to explore the dramatic coastline between Aireys Inlet and Apollo Bay before cutting back inland through the forested townships of Forrest and Beech Forest. Your dedicated driver and guide navigate the winding coastal roads with expert local knowledge, stopping at viewpoints and hidden gems along the way. Note: this express route skips the 12 Apostles rock formations—opt for a full-day tour if those are essential to your itinerary.
9 hoursfrom AUD $500
★ 5.0 (3)
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Melbourne: The Great Ocean Road Private Tour
This 12-hour private tour from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) traces one of Australia's most celebrated coastal routes, stopping at the Twelve Apostles, Memorial Arch, Kennett River for wildlife spotting, and Split Point Lighthouse. You'll explore Loch Ard Gorge's dramatic rock formations, spend time in the coastal village of Apollo Bay, and get countless vantage points for photography. Your guide shares local knowledge while you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a group of up to 11 people. All entrance fees and parking are covered; bring your own lunch or eat in Apollo Bay.
12 hoursfrom AUD $270
★ 5.0 (3)
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Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Navigate Australia's Great Ocean Road at your own tempo with this downloadable audio guide. Over 6–7 hours, you'll encounter the striking 12 Apostles rock formations, explore Loch Ard Gorge's maritime history, and visit Cape Otway Lighthouse through rainforest. The app-based tour delivers pre-recorded commentary tied to your GPS location, working offline after download. One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle; lifetime access means you can revisit the route whenever you return.
6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $24
★ 5.0 (3)
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3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
This 3-day road trip pairs two distinct Australian landscapes: the dramatic cliff-lined Great Ocean Road and the quieter mountain ranges of the Grampians. Travel with just 7 fellow passengers in a comfortable minivan, spending day one and a half exploring the coastal drive's winding lookouts and stories of shipwrecks, then heading inland to walk amongst towering peaks and ancient Aboriginal rock art. Stay in villas with views and eat at award-winning restaurants, with all transport, meals (except lunch) and park fees covered.
3 daysfrom AUD $2400
★ 5.0 (3)
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Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour
Skip the coastal queues with a reverse route through Victoria's Great Ocean Road. Departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) early, you'll head inland first, arriving at Lorne, Apollo Bay, and Bells Beach when others are still stuck in traffic. After lunch at a local spot, push on to Port Campbell National Park to walk amongst the Twelve Apostles or upgrade to a helicopter sweep for a different perspective. Eight to twelve hours, fully flexible to your rhythm and interests. Hotel pickup included.
8 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1987
★ 5.0 (3)
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Small group Great Ocean Road Reverse & Wildlife spotting
This 12-hour reverse-route Great Ocean Road tour departs [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) early to reach the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge ahead of peak crowds. You'll experience the Southern Ocean's morning stillness before the day heats up, then head to Anglesea in late afternoon when kangaroo mobs are most active. The small-group format (max 12 people) and air-conditioned transport keep things relaxed, with breakfast sausages and hot drinks to start.
12 hoursfrom AUD $170
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