Great Ocean Road In 8 Hours Express Private Tour

Melbourne, Australia

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up from private addresses

Itinerary

Split Point Lighthouse

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teddy's Lookout

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kennett River

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Apollo Bay

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Infant seats available
Service animals allowed
Stroller accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
A maximum of 10 people per booking
The total driving time to the attractions, between them, and returning is approximately 5 hours
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.0

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Good but wanted 12 apostles

CARRIE_R, Feb 2026

Unfortunately the cruise line took 1 hour to let us off the ship. We were hoping to see the 12 apostles but guide said no time. Activity was billed as arranging to see what we wanted in the 8 hours but was more of a preset program. Liked what we saw but could have been more.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Carrie. Thank you for your feedback and for travelling with us. We completely understand that seeing the 12 Apostles is high on many travellers’ wish lists — they truly are one of Australia’s most iconic sights. However, our Great Ocean Road in 8 Hours – Express Private Tour does not include the 12 Apostles. It is simply not possible to travel all the way to the Apostles and back within 8 hours, especially from a cruise ship schedule. That’s why we clearly describe this experience as an Express Tour — it focuses on the most scenic coastal sections closer to Melbourne. For guests visiting the 12 Apostles, we offer a separate full-day option: Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Private Tour, which takes approximately 12 hours and provides enough time to reach the region comfortably without rushing. We’re also sorry to hear that cruise disembarkation delays reduced your available touring time. Unfortunately, that is outside of our control, but we always do our best to maximise what can realistically be seen within the time remaining. We’re glad you enjoyed the sights you did experience, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. If you return to Victoria in the future, we would love to welcome you back on the full 12 Apostles tour so you can experience that spectacular coastline as well.