Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Small Group Tour

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Duration:12 hours (approx.)
Location: Melbourne, Victoria

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Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline?
If you said yes, you're ready to join us on this excellent Great Ocean Road Small Groups Tour!
One of the best aspects of this tour is that by reversing the usual route, we get to experience the 12 Apostles in the tranquil morning hours, steering clear of the afternoon rush. Additionally, the sunlight casts a magnificent glow on the limestone formations at this time of day.
Things you will see and do:
• Travel inland in the morning straight to the Twelve Apostles
• At least 4 attractions at the Shipwreck Coast: 12 Apostles Coast, Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge, and The Razorback
• Coastal towns: Apollo Bay, Lorne, and lots of other stops for pictures
- Spot koalas in the wild
• Reverse itinerary to avoid the crowds: we mean it! We get there earlier
• More attractions, more stops, more fun!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Winchelsea
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)
2. Twelve Apostles
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.
3. Gibsons Steps
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.
4. The Razorback
This is the most impressive limestone formation of the region, the views are breathtaking!
5. Loch Ard Gorge
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
6. Port Campbell National Park
Drive through this amazing National Park, home to some of the tallest trees in Australia
7. The Great Ocean Road
Travel along the coastline on this most amazing coastal drive in Australia!
8. Great Otway National Park
Drive through the national park and watch these ancient threes passing by
9. Mait's Rest
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.
10. Apollo Bay
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.
11. Kennet River Koala Walk
Try to spot the cute marsupials koalas and also take pictures of the orange-bellied parrots that hang around this place
12. Teddy's Lookout
Finish the day by taking some pictures of this amazing Lookout at the top of the cliff in Lorne

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Posted By : A2886LJlindaf
Our tour guide Marty was wonderful and we found out it was his birthday! He said he loves his job and it showed! He had a great sense of humor and was so knowledgeable about everything! Went out of his way to find wildlife for us to see up close including koalas and kangaroos! The reverse tour is the way to go and Marty made it extra special! Thank you!!!
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Posted On : 2024-07-06 06:56:31

Posted By : 398muil
Chris shares his passion as he relates the history and knowledge of area and helps us connect the dots as we visit the different spots . He is the most passionate guide cum driver I’ve met. Well done & keep up the good work
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Posted On : 2024-07-06 05:32:30

Posted By : jcthep2024
Scenery was beautiful, but the real star was our guide Jimmy! You could just feel his enthusiasm for everything in Australia, and he would fit in cool facts about anything that came into our sight. 100% would recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-07-06 01:48:32

Posted By : Voyager02834770648
excellent, tour guide is great, and the scenery is also great. hope everyone could enjoy this journey.
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Posted On : 2024-07-06 01:42:50

Posted By : calvinlC9079BE
Matty was a great guide and we enjoyed his sense of humor. He was knowledgeable and even took us to see koalas in the wild, which was something I never expected. I’m glad we went on this trip and made our time in Melbourne much more memorable!
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 06:53:41

Posted By : E8693RRkevinm
At Great Ocean Road, The views were spectacular. Rainbow on the beach front wonderful. Wonderful driver. He’s Funny, smart, very careful and friendly. Met wonderful individuals from all over the world. amazing people. Along our travels, we Saw kangaroos hopping and eating grass and relaxing.
In another town/area, where’s there’s expected to see koalas, our group saw two koalas on two separate trees sleeping on the trees with lite rain. the van is great & clean. the van seats for the other people were great but for me the seat was at the back of the van and it was uncomfortable. All in all it was cool.
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 03:24:02

Posted By : 544ankurk
Reverse trip was great. We reached all places beating the crowds at all places. Our guide Chris was polite, knowledgeable and helpful. Tour may feel a little rushed but still worth to spend the whole day!
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 01:55:58

Posted By : olyab953
We had an amazing experience. Our guide, Peter, was fantastic! He was very fun and entertaining, and shared so many interesting facts with us. Thank you, Peter, for making the trip so memorable!
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 21:45:21

Posted By : Dianne_S
Blessed with perfect weather day led by Chris who shared interesting facts and stories … little extras like a side trip into the lovely town of Colac , the Ian Chris lookout, and the story if the heroe rescue on the shipwreck coast.

Thanks. Loved it.

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Posted On : 2024-07-04 17:05:09

Posted By : William_C
Fantastic experience and tour from J! Highly recommend the reverse itinerary because the stops weren’t busy. Bus a little cramped for those above 6 feet, so recommend arriving early to get comfortable seat.
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 09:14:47