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15 Best Great Ocean Road Tours

This list compares Great Ocean Road day tours, from big coaches to small groups that drive the route in reverse. Reverse-direction tours reach the Twelve Apostles late in the day, after the coach crowds have gone, and it changes everything. Brace yourself either way; it’s roughly 12 hours out of Melbourne and back.

1.Great Ocean Road Small-Group Ecotour From Melbourne

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Great Ocean Road with our small-group ecotour. Discover stunning landscapes and wildlife on this unforgettable adventure from Melbourne!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This was a wonderful experience and opportunity to tour the Great Ocean Road. Our tour guide was wonderful and quite insightful. Many amazing memories were made here. 10/10 recommend.”

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2.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour

Discover the stunning beauty of the Great Ocean Road and get up close with Australia's incredible wildlife on this unforgettable tour from Melbourne.

★ 4.7

“I had an all-round really lovely trip today. Our guide and driver, Warren, was a great guy and clearly very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make the day special and fun—he even went out of his way to try and make sure that…”

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3.Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour – Max 11 Guests

Discover Victoria’s iconic sights with this small-group, reverse itinerary tour of the Great Ocean Road, featuring wildlife, stunning coastlines, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“It would seem that a fly net to cover your face, head, mouth extra would be extra helpful or a mask & a fan to fan away the non stop small flies all along the coast- in fact I am not sure why that was…”

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4.Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

Discover the iconic Great Ocean Road with a small group, expert guides, and stunning stops like the 12 Apostles, rainforest walks, and koala sightings.

★ 4.8

“The guide, Mark, was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful throughout the whole day and he took us to some "bonus" places where we saw Koalas & Kangaroos. The day was extremely long (14hrs) si be prepared! I think an option to include food would be…”

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6.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Boutique Tour in Reverse

Discover the Great Ocean Road in reverse with this intimate, eco-friendly tour from Melbourne—beat the crowds, see wildlife, and enjoy stunning coastal views.

★ 4.8

“Really liked the setup - most of the walking was done before the max heat. Also, we were at the main attractions (12 Apostles) before large crowds. Magnificent views. Lots of driving but the views were worth it. Our guide Cara was also great -…”

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8.Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk And Morning Tea.

Experience the best of Australia's Great Ocean Road with a tour that includes koalas, a forest walk, and a delightful morning tea. Don't miss out!

★ 4.5

“It was rainning that day but we really enjoy the view along the rode side. The audio in the van was good give us the detail of the places we visit. It was a long ride, the van was not very comfortable. The seats were…”

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9.Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse SML GRP-DLUX Mini Bus Hotel Pickup

Experience the stunning sights of the Great Ocean Road with this small-group, reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne. Enjoy flexible stops, expert guides, and optional helicopter rides for a memorable day.

★ 5.0

“A must do trip if you are visiting Melbourne. A great day out with a knowledgable guide . Seven Apostles were fantastic and vies on Great Ocean road are spectacular. Even managed to see some Koalas in the wild”

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10.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Great Ocean Road on this unforgettable full-day guided trip from Melbourne. Don't miss out, book your adventure today!

★ 4.8

“It is perfect choice to explore Great Ocean Road. my Guide Jacqui is very passionate and friendly. She cares every participants like mom. she has wonderful and interesting story.”

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11.Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Max Highlights & London Bridge

Explore the iconic Great Ocean Road with a full-day tour featuring the 12 Apostles, London Bridge, wild koalas, and more. Perfect for nature lovers and photo enthusiasts.

★ 4.6

“Mick is The Goat, he is a god on the wheel and comedic genius, This will be a memory i think of on my wedding day as i think of the fond 12hrs i spent with mick. An absolute gift to the world this beautiful…”

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12.Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Full-Day Trip From Melbourne

Embark on a breathtaking adventure along the Great Ocean Road and witness the majestic beauty of the 12 Apostles. Don't miss out on this unforgettable full-day trip from Melbourne!

★ 5.0

“The tour guide was very informative. We got multiple breaks and the tour did not seem too long nor hectic. We got enough time to visit the main locations as mentioned in the trip and even more. The tour was completely worth it !”

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14.Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Day Trip From Melbourne

Discover the enchanting beauty of the Great Ocean Road and witness the majestic 12 Apostles. Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Melbourne.

★ 4.5

“The scenery is beautiful. The bus ride is VERY long. There are multiple stops along the route; koala spotting, small town lunch stop, ANZAC memorial and breathtaking ocean views (only on the right hand side of the bus). Be prepared to have a long drive…”

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15.Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour & London Bridge

Discover Australia's Great Ocean Road on a well-organized reverse tour, combining stunning coastal sights, wildlife, and expert guides for a memorable day.

★ 4.7

“William was a great guide! Really knowledgeable and made the journey great fun! He also made sure we saw koalas and kangaroos in the wild which was an amazing bonus. The stops were all perfectly timed and the sights were just as fantastic as we…”

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4.5Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour$71.01 5.012 Apostles Eco-Friendly Great Ocean Road Iconic Adventure From Melbourne$118.35 4.5Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Sunset Tour From Melbourne$99.70 4.7Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour12 hours$36 5.02-Day Camping and Surfing Great Ocean Road Trip From Melbourne$1,219.31 5.0Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour From Melbourne$99.70 4.9Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Wildlife Tour for Backpackers1 day$91 5.0Private Great Ocean Road 1 Day Tour – up to 11$94.68 4.5Small-Group Great Ocean Road Day Trip From Melbourne$154.64 4.5Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary With 12 Apostles From Melbourne$104.00 4.5From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Reverse Eco Tour13 hours$116 4.4Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour with Iconic Stops & Wildlife12 - 13 hours$42 4.5Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles Tour$56.66 5.0Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour for Backpackers aged 18-35$92.52 5.0Small Group – 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour From Melbourne$157.08 5.0Boutique All-Inclusive Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles and Rainforest Experience$178.59 4.6From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Rainforest Full-Day Trip13 hours$106 4.8Melbourne: 12 Apostles Sunset Tour – Less Crowds1 day$112 4.7Melbourne: Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Tour13 hours$92 4.0Great Ocean Road (12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge) 1-Day Tour$71.01 4.6Melbourne: Reverse Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles with Lunch13 hours$102 4.8Great Ocean Road Lux Tour Max 11 Hotel Pickup 4.5From Melbourne: Reverse Great Ocean Road Day Trip With Lunch$96 5.0From Melbourne: Small-Group Great Ocean Road Day Trip$164