Backpacker Great Ocean Road Day Tour

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Ride Tours

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Activity Level

Beginner

About this experience

This tour has been specially designed for travelers between the ages of 18 and 35 and shows you the best of the spectacular Great Ocean Road – away from the crowds.

Experience the impressive limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles and the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge with its moving history, as well as many other highlights along the coast.

Highlights of this experience

  • Pick up in Melbourne and drive along the Great Ocean Road with stops at picturesque viewpoints
  • Visit to the famous Twelve Apostles and photo stop
  • Walk along Loch Ard Gorge and the historic shipwreck beach
  • Exploration of the Great Otway National Park and rainforest hike
  • Afternoon stop in Lorne with tea/coffee and walk along the pier
  • Drive along the Surf Coast to the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
  • Return journey to Melbourne, arrival approx. 19:30 hrs

What's included

  • Accommodation transfer
  • Afternoon tea, coffee and cookies
  • Entrance fees for the national park

What's excluded

  • Lunch

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

Early start
Pick-up starts at 6:45 am. Please be ready at least 10 minutes before your pick-up time – it will be an eventful day!

Great Ocean Road & Wildlife
On the way along the Great Ocean Road, we stop at selected viewpoints. In the Otway Forest and the rainforest we look for wild koalas and colorful birds – a highlight for nature lovers.

Twelve Apostles
Once you reach the most famous viewpoint, walk along the boardwalk and platforms to marvel at the spectacular limestone rocks and cliffs.

Loch Ard Gorge
Short drive on to Loch Ard Gorge with a walk along the famous shipwreck beach – learn the moving story of Tom and Eva, the two survivors of the shipwreck.

Great Otway National Park
Explore the national park, which stretches from the coast to the interior, and enjoy the impressive landscape.

Lorne & Surf Coast
Afternoon stop in Lorne for tea or coffee, followed by a walk along the pier where the famous Lorne Pier to Pub Race takes place. Then continue along the Surf Coast to the iconic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.

Return
Return to Melbourne in the evening, arriving at around 19:30.

Where we’ll meet

Pick-up available from the following accommodation: Base Backpackers, Carlisle St, St Kilda Immigration Museum Melbourne Central YHA Melbourne City Backpackers Space Hotel Summer House Melbourne The Village Melbourne
Victoria, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within 2 days of the start date will incur a 100% charge.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.
$129 /person
  • Australia
    South Australia
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Experience FAQs

You travel in comfortable, clean minibuses with air conditioning – ideal for tours. These are not large coaches.

In order to keep the tour inexpensive, luggage tags are not used. Additional luggage is not necessary for a day tour. If you have problems storing your luggage, please contact us a few days before the tour – we will be happy to help you with tips.

Yes, this tour is specially designed for travelers between the ages of 18 and 35.

The return is planned between 19:30 and 20:00. Delays are possible if there are delays en route.

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Backpacker Great Ocean Road Day Tour

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This tour has been specially designed for travelers between the ages of 18 and 35 and shows you the best of the spectacular Great Ocean Road – away from the crowds. Experience the impressive limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles and the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge with its moving history, as well as many other […]

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