Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests
- 13 hours
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
Highlights
Pickup from hotel. Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild and wonderful adventure along the Great Ocean Road – backwards! That means more sights, fewer people, and a whole lot more fun. We kick things off by heading inland straight to the Twelve Apostles –jaw-dropping views and fresh morning light perfect for photos. From there, we explore the stunning Shipwreck Coast, hitting up Loch Ard Gorge, The Razorback, Gibson Steps, and of course, the iconic Apostles. Then, we switch gears and head into nature with a peaceful rainforest walk through ancient, towering trees. On the way back, we cruise the coast through charming towns like Apollo Bay and Lorne. And yes – we guarantee wild koala sightings, plus a good chance of spotting kangaroos bouncing through the bush. So if you're after a laid-back, wildlife-packed, photo-worthy adventure that skips the stress and doubles the fun–this is the tour for you.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- National Park fees
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Live commentary on board
What's not
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
A morning tea stop, as we travel inland in the morning and go straight from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles, this is just a break to buy some coffee/breakfast (own expenses)
Travel inland in the morning and go straight to the 12 Apostles. Get there early, beat the crowds of the afternoon and enjoy these magnificent limestone formations when it’s still quiet and peaceful.
Go down and walk on this amazing beach. Be dwarfed by the 70-meter high vertical cliffs and marvel at Gog and Magog, the nicknames given to the giant limestone stacks rising up out of the sea.
This is the most impressive limestone formation of the region, the views are breathtaking!
Be amazed by these two breathtaking attractions on this stop: - The Loch Ard Gorge - tragic and incredibly beautiful story of one of the most famous shipwrecks in Australia. Walk on the beach and feel dwarfed by the magnificent limestone and sandstone cliffs - The Razorback - the most impressive formation of this rugged shipwreck coast
Drive through this amazing National Park, home to some of the tallest trees in Australia
Travel along the coastline on this most amazing coastal drive in Australia!
Drive through the national park and watch these ancient threes passing by
A 20 minutes rainforest walk, to witness some of Australia's most amazing rainforest scenery at Great Otway National Park where you will feel really connected to nature.
Stop for lunch at this vibrant and cool coastal town at Victoria's Surf Coast. The tour guide will recommend some restaurant options, enjoy some fresh food before starting the second part of the day.
Try to spot the cute marsupials koalas and also take pictures of the orange-bellied parrots that hang around this place
Finish the day by taking some pictures of this amazing Lookout at the top of the cliff in Lorne
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Morning bakery
A day packed with great experiences. Our guide, Marty, was very knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor.
5Great Ocean Road tour - reverse itinerary- the best!
This is one of the best tours I’ve ever had. True to their word , we saw all sites without the crowds and delivered on all promises. We really got lucky with Peter, our guide. He was simply the best- knowledgeable, humorous and so determined to deliver a fantastic experience to our group of 12 which he did!
5perfect
Highly recommend Jimmy! We had such a wonderful experience with Jimmy on our Great Ocean Road trip. He was incredibly friendly, patient and knowledgeable throughout the whole day. He took great care of us, shared lots of interesting information along the way, and made the entire journey feel relaxed and enjoyable. Jimmy was also very thoughtful and always made sure we had enough time to enjoy each stop and take photos. His warm personality and excellent service really made the trip special. We had an amazing day and would definitely recommend Jimmy to anyone visiting Melbourne!
5A beautiful day exploring the southern coast
Our guide Ann was fantastic! Give this woman a raise. The tour was packed with wonderful sights, we saw so much but didn’t feel rushed through anything or had to wait for crowds very much at all. It was exactly the experience we were hoping for.
5Great day on the Great Ocean Road
We had a Great day on the Great Ocean Road reverse trip. Our guide, Marty, was quite knowledgeable and very entertaining. He had a good sense of humor which helps on a full-day outing. We were also lucky to have gorgeous weather. I highly recommend this reverse itinerary since you start out the day with the amazing rock formations and end the day with amazing beaches. The rainforest is sandwiched in the middle. Overall, it's a wonderful way to spend a day out of Melbourne.
5Amazing Great Ocean Road...
Amazing Great Ocean Road day tour! The schedule is well arranged so we skipped big tourist crowds. Our guide had very steady driving. Despite the long round trip, the journey never felt exhausting. He introduced plenty of local culture and the history behind Great Ocean Road throughout the drive. A wonderful experience!
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- HIT THE ROAD TOURS
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are not able to accommodate children under 7 years of age on this tour, as according to VicRoads regulations they must travel on child restraints, which are not available in our minibuses. Passengers who show up with under 7 years old kids will be refused boarding without refund.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Expected to be back to Melbourne around 7 PM.
- This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 12 seaters minibuses Toyota Hiace or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option.
How it compares in Great Ocean Road
- Its from-price is 69% above the median of the 23 experiences we list in Great Ocean Road.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 23.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road follows Victoria's south-west coast for about 240 kilometres, past surf beaches, rainforest and the Twelve Apostles.
Returned soldiers built the road between 1919 and 1932 as a memorial to those killed in the First World War. It begins near Torquay, where Bells Beach is one of Australia's famous surf breaks, and ends near Warrnambool, clinging to cliffs above the Southern Ocean and dropping into seaside towns such as Lorne and Apollo Bay.
Top-ranked sights in Great Ocean Road: Great Otway National Park.
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