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Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch
5.0(18)Great Ocean Road12 hours
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At a glance
Duration
12 hours
Price from
$114 / person
Location
Great Ocean Road
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 18 reviews
Languages
KO, MS, EN
Group
Small group, up to 11
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Small Group Melbourne Day Tour
Meeting point
7:30 am - Meet at the pick up zone in front of The Savoy Hotel Melbourne and look for a bus with 'Nara Day Tour & Charter' sign.
Description
Experience the beauty of the Great Ocean Road scenic view with 12 Apostles and Loch Ard gorge with our proffesional small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the ride while sharing some interesting history about this magnificent oceanic coastal road that people talk about.
Unlike other tour companies that only focus on "showing the view and go home", we offer family-oriented interaction that makes our tour feels like you are going away with your own family. We try to make our tour fun, exciting, and we cater for each, and everyone's need while maintaining the quality and efficiency of our tour. (prepare for some group singing!)
Furthermore, our small group tour will ensure more personalised service compared to big group tour, and our small but comfortable minibus will be able to access points of attractions/interests where big buses cannot access.
Watch out for some kangaroos and koalas too!
Morning Aussie style billy tea and snacks are included
Schedule & prices
Runs
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 13–90)
$114
Child (ages 0–12)
$106
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Small Group Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour
Itinerary
Anglesea
Pass by
Anglesea is the second coastal town along the Great Ocean Road. These are quite a number of wild kangaroos here especially at one of the public golf-course nearby. These kangaroos are often visible from the outside of the golf club. We will try to spot these beautiful jumpy marsupials.
Disclaimer: these are wild animals and can be anywhere, we cannot guarantee they will be there however from our experience we see them most of the time in the early morning.
Split Point Lighthouse
20 min
9:30-9:50 Morning tea and rest room break
15 min
Arrival 10:05 am, depart 10:20 am - Often mistaken by travellers as the start of Great Ocean Road. Memorial Arch was actually erected to commemorate returning Australian soldiers from world war I battlefield. However it does actually (although unofficially) mark the start of the winding but majestic journey of your Great Ocean Road trip!! Prepare your camera for a selfie at the arch!
Travel time from previous attraction: 30 min
Apollo Bay
60 min
Arrival 12:00 pm, depart 1:00 pm - Enjoy your lunch here at this picturesque coastal town. Stroll down the shopping strip or visit the local Apollo Bay beach.
Travel time from previous attraction: 40 min
Great Otway National Park
10 min
Wild Koala Spotting!
The Twelve Apostles
30 min
Arrive 3:05 pm, depart 3:35 pm - Enjoy breathtaking view of the world-famous limestone rock formation named the Twelve Apostles. Count the rocks and see if you can spot all of them!
Travel time from previous attraction: 5 min
Loch Ard Gorge
30 min
Arrive 3:40 pm, depart 4:10 pm - Named after the ill-fated Loch Ard, a clipper ship that sank in 1866 where only 2 survivors managed to emerge from the wreckage. Feel their bittersweet emotions as you walk down the beach where they set their foot in the refuge of the gorge that is also serves as a magnificent oceanic cave.
Travel time from previous attraction: 5 min
Gibsons Steps
20 min
Arrive 2:40 pm, depart 3:00 pm - Behold Gog and Magog, the two stacks of limestone rocks that pose as the introduction of the 12 Apostles. Go down the steps towards the beach and be dwarfed by the magnitude of the cliff line and Southern Ocean in front of you.
Travel time from previous attraction: 60 min
Colac
15 min
Arrive 5:10 pm, depart 5:25 pm - Toilet and rest stop before heading back to Melbourne
Travel time from previous attractoin/stop: 60 minute
Melbourne
Pass by
Arrive 7:35 pm - Hotel drop off as per pick up point. Finish all customers drop off approximately 8:00 PM
Travel time from Colac back to Melbourne: 2 hours 10 min
What's included
Included
Bonus lookout photo stop (time permitting)
Lunch
Morning Tea/Coffee by the beach
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
18 reviews
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch take?
Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch cost?
Prices start at $114 per person for this Great Ocean Road experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $106, adults from $114.
Can I cancel Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 7:30 am - Meet at the pick up zone in front of The Savoy Hotel Melbourne and look for a bus with 'Nara Day Tour & Charter' sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch offered in?
The experience is available in KO, MS, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 11 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Small Group Melbourne Day Tour.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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John_B
June 21, 2024 · via Viator
A really wonderful trip
We had an amazing time on the small group Great Ocean Road trip with Nara Day Tours. There was so much great scenery and wildlife to see and Ivan was such a friendly and knowledgeable guide.
It was really nice that we had a quick snack for breakfast included as well as lunch. There was even time to walk around Apollo Bay for a bit.
Overall the tour was perfect for our group of seven (5 adults + 2 teens) and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
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G T
May 12, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Fun, Complete n Relaxing Land Tour
The guide is friendly. Booking was easy but definite. Transportation used was quite comfy. Many good spots to enjoy. The trip was fun and relaxing. I know this from a friend of mine and I would not be hesitant to
recommend to others to join any programs promoted by this vendor. Good luck!!
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Jeanne_k
February 9, 2024 · via Viator
Superior Small Group Experience
It was great traveling with a small group. We were able to access areas the large busses were unable to go. Far more personal service
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779nickyg
February 6, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great Ocean Road Tour.
We had a amazing tour going to Great Ocean Road. Small group made it more personal, and our guide Ivan was very nice, helpful and provided a lot of information. Highly recommend this by Nara Day tours.
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225yashvis
February 5, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour by Nara day tours!
Wonderful tour, our guide Ivan was very nice and informative. The included lunch was catered from subway and was a good idea since we got extra time to spend at Apollo bay. We got to all places on time because of the small group size.
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kristiansG7050UC
January 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Superb Trip and Services
We have a great trip! superb services and the trip make us feels like the locals, will definitely go again!
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suminc2024
January 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great view and koalas!!
We went for the view, which we got; but were given a very cool surprise of koalas in their natural habitat! They look so cuddly! Too bad we couldn't take one home.
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adelines582
January 18, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Best trip! Best people!
We took our family who came to
Melbourne for a visit with this tour group. We love it!! We have a big group with kids. The driver is very helpful with the kids and have extended knowledge about the area. We took great photos too. It’s definitely a memorable experience for us.
Operator response
Thank you !!
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911nom
January 8, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A great day out
We had a great time, the driver was very nice, we saw wild kangaroos and koalas. overall it was a great expirience, will recommend!
Operator response
Thank you it has been a pleasure
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suminc2024
January 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Had the best time!
It was a fun day out. We were taken to places where most other tour companies don't have in their itinerary. Saw some koalas too, and one of them with a joey! Highly recommended!
Operator response
Thank you it has been a pleasure
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