Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Experience

Our unique itinerary ensures you avoid the crowds by travelling in a reverse 'direction' missing the bus crowds and enjoying the softer morning light. We head straight to the 12 Apostles for a mid morning spectacle before exploring the coastline. On the way we drop in at a local 'Chocolate Farm' for Australian farm experience and some coffee or sweets.
Your expert guide will take you down to the beach along the Loch Ard Gorge and explain the dramatic shipwreck story. Then we wind our way through Otway Ranges taking in a Rainforest walk before settling into our seaside cafe and enjoying a fresh, locally inspired gourmet lunch. After lunch we take you to one of the best ice-creameries in Australia.

Afterwards traverse the Surfcoast Shire along the coastal road that meanders through beach towns and cliff edges, stopping at significant photo sights.

along the way. You will discover our unique wildlife of wild Koala's in Kennet River and Kangaroo's at the Anglesea golf course.

What to expect:

Duration: 11 hours, 30 minutes

Gorge Chocolates

1432 Princetown Road, Cooriemungle, 3268, Victoria

Stop at this local farmgate and sample the incredible chocolates whilst one site. You also have the opportunity to hand-feed the friendly alpacas whilst you wait for a hot beverage.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Loch Ard Gorge

Great Ocean Road Port Campbell National Park, 3269, Victoria

Take a wander around the top of the Gorge to view the beach that surrounds it. Whilst there, hear about the heroic rescue of two passengers - the sole survivors of the tragic wreck of the Loch Ard.

30 minutes

Twelve Apostles

Great Ocean Road & Booringa Road, Port Campbell National Park, Port Campbell, 3269, Victoria

Take your time to wander out to the platform for spectacular views of these spectacular limestone stacks that rise 50 to 60 metres from the ocean floor. See the sheer beauty of the region with its dramatic cliff edges and be amazed by their grandeur no matter what the weather conditions.

30 minutes

Wildlife Wonders

475 Great Ocean Rd, Apollo Bay, 3233, Victoria

Enjoy a light lunch followed by a guided tour through this not-for-profit sanctuary. With binoculars and a headset to hear the commentary from your conservationist guide, enjoy an easy 1.25km walk spotting native wildlife in their natural habitat. There are no enclosures here so the best opportunity to see koalas, kangaroos and an array of local birdlife, is to listen carefully to your guide for clues as to where to best see these creatures.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lorne

Lorne, Victoria

Take a short walk along the foreshore of this bustling seaside town, a hub of the Great Ocean Road, to watch local surfers and beachgoers.

15 minutes

Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway

Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd, Lorne, Victoria

Hear how this magnificent road was built by returning serviceman from WW1 and how it was a visionary project in its day.

15 minutes

Anglesea

Anglesea, Victoria

If you haven't already had the opportunity, see the local kangaroos lazing about or hopping around on the Anglesea Golf course!

15 minutes

Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria

Sit back in comfort and style as we drive you back to your Melbourne hotel after experiencing one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world.

1 hour, 30 minutes