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15 Best Great Ocean Road Tours

The Great Ocean Road day trips sorted by route logic: classic runs, reverse itineraries that hit the Twelve Apostles after the buses leave and sunset versions that end there on purpose. The reverse trick is the single best booking decision on this coast.

1.Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Discover stunning coastal scenery, rainforest walks, and wildlife during this small-group eco tour of Australia's Great Ocean Road from Melbourne.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“I went on this tour with Reuben yesterday - he was phenomenal! He was very cognizant of driving safely (I didn't feel any motion sickness), was super friendly, and knew a lot about Australia. I loved the little stops he took us on and how…”

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2.From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

Discover the stunning coastlines, native wildlife, and iconic sights of the Great Ocean Road on this full-day tour from Melbourne, guided by local experts.

★ 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 stunning coast on a small-group, reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne, visiting the Twelve Apostles, rainforest, Koalas, and more.

★ 5.0

“The GOR Reverse Itinerary tour was exceptional. The ocean views were stunning and we did not encounter large crowds. Mark was a great tour guide and provided the perfect balance of giving information, but also providing quiet time when Read more”

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

Discover the stunning views of the Great Ocean Road with a deluxe minibus tour, expert guides, and authentic Australian wildlife experiences for $98.

★ 4.8

“I really enjoyed the day trip, even though the weather didn’t cooperate at the beginning. Jess was absolutely fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what she does. I can highly recommend her as a guide. She made the whole experience so much more special.”

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5.Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Luxury Coach Tour

Discover the scenic beauty of the Great Ocean Road and the iconic 12 Apostles with a guided, comfortable day trip from Melbourne at an affordable price.

★ 4.7

“Such a wonderful experience! Philip was our tour guide, he was kind, & wonderful multitasker. Took good care of our group. The views were nothing short of amazing. Verry professional! 9/10”

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

Experience the Great Ocean Road in reverse with a small-group tour from Melbourne. Beat the crowds, see wildlife, and enjoy private, eco-friendly scenery for $91.

★ 4.8

“We visited loads of places and as we did the reverse we did really beat the crowds. Wayne (our guide) was marvellous and we loved him! We also saw koalas and kangaroos.”

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8.Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne

Discover the stunning coastlines, iconic rock formations, and wildlife of the Great Ocean Road on this full-day sunset eco tour from Melbourne for an unforgettable experience.

★ 5.0

“This was an excellent tour. A lot of driving but well worth it. Our guide/driver Ben was great. He grew up in the area, full of knowledge and stories. Incredible scenery and the sunset was just stunning. Def a must do tour.”

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9.Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

Discover the stunning coast of the Great Ocean Road, see wild koalas, walk through ancient forests, and enjoy scenic stops—all in a full-day guided tour from Melbourne.

★ 4.5

“This is an absolute must-do trip and this is the perfect way of doing it, going to all the main attractions with a perfect amount of stop offs and time at each place. Warren our guide was absolutely brilliant, extremely helpful, knowledgeable, clear, and very…”

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10.Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse -Luxury 13 Small Group-Hotel PickUP

Discover Australia's stunning coastline on this small-group, luxury reverse itinerary tour of the Great Ocean Road. Visit iconic sights with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Had such an enjoyable day on the Great Ocean Road Tour in Reverse with Steve! He was very amusing and shared lots of interesting historical anecdotes about the Apostles, and the Great Ocean Road. He went out of his way to find us koalas and…”

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More Great Ocean Road Tours

5.012 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch – Melbourne$118.35 4.5Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Sunset Tour from Melbourne$99.70 5.0Private Great Ocean Road Tour (overnight option)$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 4.7Melbourne: Great Ocean Road to 12 Apostles via the Coastline$23 5.0Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse – Max 11 Door to Door Pickup$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 Eco Tour with Lunch13 hours$116 4.4Great Ocean Road: Reverse Tour Avoid Crowds, More Stops12 - 13 hours$42 4.5Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo & koala tour$56.66 5.012 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour – 8 person max$157.08 5.0Boutique Great Ocean Road, wildlife and Rainforest Experience$178.59 4.6Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Rainforest Tour13 hours$106 4.8Melbourne: 12 Apostles Sunset Tour – Less Crowds1 day$112 4.8Premium Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour 13Pax Max Hotel PickUP$85 4.0Reimagined Great Ocean Road 1-Day Tour from Melbourne$71.01 4.6Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Rainforest Trip$86 4.8Great Ocean Road Luxury Tour with Pickup Options$77 4.5From Melbourne: Reverse Great Ocean Road Day Trip with Lunch$96 5.0From Melbourne: Small-Group Great Ocean Road Day Trip$164 4.7From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour11 hours$113 4.9Melbourne: 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour12 hours$155