Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Luxury Coach Reverse Tour

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1. Split Point Lighthouse (nicknamed the "White Queen") is one of Australia’s most iconic coastal landmarks. Famous for its starring role in the TV show Round the Twist, this 34-meter-tall lighthouse offers stunning 360° ocean views, fascinating maritime history, and easy access to scenic walks along the Surf Coast.

   20 min

2. The Memorial Arch is a symbolic gateway to the Great Ocean Road, honoring the World War I soldiers who built this iconic coastal route. A must-stop photo spot, it marks the official start (or end) of your road trip and celebrates the road’s rich history.

   15 min

3. Our favourite stop will take your breath away as it is the highest point on our tour.

   15 min

4. Apollo Bay is a charming seaside town nestled between the Otway Ranges and the Southern Ocean. Known for its pristine beaches, fresh seafood, and lush rainforest backdrop, it’s the perfect stop to relax, refuel, and adventure on a Great Ocean Road trip.

   1 h

5. A wonderland where the rainforest meets the sea, Great Otway National Park is a biodiverse gem offering waterfalls, ancient trees, wild coastlines, and iconic wildlife. Whether you seek hiking, photography, or koala-spotting, this park delivers unforgettable Aussie nature experiences.

   Passes by

6. A dramatic natural wonder steeped in shipwreck history, Loch Ard Gorge offers turquoise waters, golden cliffs, and hauntingly beautiful landscapes. Named after the infamous 1878 shipwreck of the Loch Ard, it’s a must-stop on the Great Ocean Road for its geology, legends, and photogenic vistas.

   20 min

7. The Twelve Apostles are Australia’s most iconic coastal landmarks—towering limestone stacks rising dramatically from the Southern Ocean. Though only 7 apostles remain (due to erosion), their grandeur and ever-changing colors at sunrise/sunset make them a must-see natural wonder.

   1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 6 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

How it compares in Melbourne

• Its from-price is 51% below the median of the 294 day trips we list in Melbourne.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 141 of 294.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Melbourne

Melbourne is the capital of Victoria on the Yarra River, known for laneway cafés, street art, grand Victorian buildings and a calendar full of sport.

Melbourne grew rich on the gold rush of the 1850s, and the grand buildings from that time still stand in the grid of the city centre, among them Flinders Street Station with its yellow facade and the domed Royal Exhibition Building. Federation Square and the National Gallery of Victoria stand close to the Yarra, and trams rattle along the main streets. Narrow lanes such as Hosier Lane are covered in ever-changing street art.

Top-ranked sights in Melbourne: Loch Ard Gorge, Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road.

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