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Melbourne to Adelaide Overland Tour: Great Ocean Road & Grampians in 2-Days

By Autopia Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €320 per adult
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Overview
  • Scenic overland journey from Melbourne to Adelaide
  • Explore the Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles coastline
  • Walk through ancient forest in Great Otway National Park
  • Spot native wildlife and lush Australian bushland
  • Hike Grampians trails and see stunning Mackenzie Falls

Activity location

  • 12 Apostles
    • 3269, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St (wait on the Market St side), Melbourne @ 7:35am
    • 400 Flinders Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Shared Accommodation (Adult 18+) - pickup Immigration Museum
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
  • Food only

Basic Hostel Shared Accommodation with shared bathroom facilities. Price is per person (Adult 18+ years). Meals as indicated – 1x Breakfast, 1x Lunch, 1x Dinner (guest participation). The main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St Cnr Market St Melbourne @ 7:35am.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:35
Price details
€320.05 x 1 Adult€320.05

Total
Price is €320.05
Until Sun, 20 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOne-way transfer from Melbourne to Adelaide
  • What's includedWhat's included1 Nights’ Accommodation in a Hostel or Motel (Halls Gap)
  • What's includedWhat's includedIncludes 1x Breakfast, 1x Lunch, 1x Dinner (guest participation)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll National Park pass entry fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided bush walks (~4km, subject to fitness level)
  • What's includedWhat's includedHosted by an experienced driver-guide with local tour commentary
  • What's includedWhat's includedSelected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off point in Adelaide city
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny meals not indicated within the itinerary -opportunity to purchase food along the way or dine out
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal travel insurance is highly recommended
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSpending money for personal items

Know before you book

  • Fitness Level: A moderate level of fitness is required for walks, which can be up to 2km in length over steep and rocky sections, often in direct sunlight.
  • Age Restrictions: Children aged 6 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times and are required to stay in private twin rooms. The tour is not suitable for infants or children aged 5 and under.
  • Our vehicles are modern high back non-reclining seats with seat belts, we ask you always wear your seat whilst travelling with us
  • Dietary Requirements: While we endeavour to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must inform their booking agent of any specific dietary requirements when booking.
  • Itinerary Variations: Itineraries and touring routes may change to adapt to seasonal conditions, park closures and changes in road conditions. Safety is our top priority, and we plan accordingly to ensure the best experience for our guests.
  • Group sizes may vary but on average we host 18-23 people onboard our vehicle.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Experience the spectacular beauty of a diverse range of natural wonders on a two-day journey through stunning scenery. The wild shipwreck coastline of Loch Ard Gorge, as well as the limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles, are among the sights to see on this trip. The Grampians National Park offers ancient mountain views that are complemented by wildlife, waterfalls, and bushland that reflect the Aboriginal culture that is prominent throughout Australia.

Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road

Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Great Ocean Road and discover the remarkable rock formations of the iconic 12 Apostles. Stop by the Surf Coast, for morning tea at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and sample some sweet treats. You will discover some of the world’s tallest trees as you explore the ancient and beautiful rainforest of the Great Otway National Park. Learn about the tragic tale of the shipwreck coast, visit the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge and the iconic 12 Apostles. During our journey, we will stop to see native Australian wildlife. Arriving late at night, we settle into our accommodation for the night.

  • Meals: Lunch (Apollo Bay Bakery), Dinner (The Flying Horse Bar & Brewery) or similar alternative
  • Accom: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative
  • Driving Distance: 520km
  • Hike Distance: 1-2km

Day 2: Grampians to Adelaide

Our day begins early in the morning with a visit up to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout/Balconies, which has excellent views of the rugged terrain of the Grampians National Park. An area rich in Aboriginal culture as well as beautiful bushland teeming with Australian wildlife, such as emus and kangaroos. Besides the many hiking trails that are available, there are majestic waterfalls that are sure to leave you with lasting memories. Following lunch, we head west away from the coastline and rugged mountains towards Adelaide, passing Dimboola Pink Lake and Nhill before crossing the South Australian border into Bordertown and arriving in Adelaide around 7:30pm.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accom: N/A
  • Driving Distance: 520km
  • Hike Distance: 2km

*Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures due to infrastructure road works.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES12 Apostles
    • 3269, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEImmigration Museum, 400 Flinders St (wait on the Market St side), Melbourne @ 7:35am
    • 400 Flinders Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia