M
Amazing day trip!
Went on the one day Great Ocean Road trip and it was just amazing! The scenery is phenomenal and everything was perfect. Highly recommend!!
Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Price from
- $426 / person
- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Culture Quest Tours
Description
Culture Quest Tours is for travellers who want the Great Ocean Road to feel personal, not simply completed. Your group travels privately, with the experience shaped around your interests and pace. The one-day option covers the essential highlights: the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, dramatic coastal viewpoints, an ancient rainforest walk and opportunities to spot kangaroos and koalas in the wild. Those wanting greater depth can choose two days, allowing time for quieter places, waterfalls and more rainforest, plus the Bay of Martyrs, Bay of Islands and Timboon—areas rarely reached on a return day tour from Melbourne. Flexible stops give couples, families, mature guests and photographers more time for nature, wildlife or the right photograph, without following a larger group’s schedule. Optional local food and wine, premium accommodation and a scenic helicopter flight can transform the two-day itinerary into a distinctive coastal escape, supported by knowledgeable private guiding.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 13–80)
- $426
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $213
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $780.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Split Point Lighthouse
Walking up to beautiful lighthouse at the start of Great Ocean Road. With beautiful views of ocean and rainforests.
Kennett River Nature Walk
Have a short walk to see cute Koalas wild in the nature and beautiful
Apollo Bay
Stop at Apollo bay, gorgeous little town in the heart of Great Ocean Road
The Twelve Apostles
Visit the iconic Twelve Apostles, which is the highlight of Great Ocean Road
Loch Ard Gorge
One of the most beautiful and coziest beaches along the road, plus sensational rock formation views.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Lunch
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options take?
Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options lasts about 2 days. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options cost?
Prices start at $426 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $780. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and 9:00 AM.
How much does Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $213, adults from $426.
Does Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options sell out?
It can: 36 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Oaks Melbourne Southbank Suites, Royal Derby Hotel.
What languages is Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
A must while you are in Melbourne!
What a great day with Marty!! Very interesting and purposeful comments, smooth scenic drive (you don’t feel the distance at all), spotted kangaroos and koalas, all was perfect!!! Highly recommended!!
R
Worth the time and money
Excellent , very clean cars, guide well versed with history, polite and friendly, I recommend them with 100% surety , will make ur trip memorable
Q
Great tour of Great Ocean Road
We did 2 day tour of Great Ocean Road. We were picked up on time from hotel and started our tour at the Boole Boole Cultral Centre. We continued to the Lorne-Queenscliff Costal Reserve to visit the lighthouse. We then started our tour on the Great Ocean Road. We were able to take our time and enjoy the Great Ocean National Park. We watched the surfers, had some lunch and then continued our tours. Our guide spotted koalas in the trees as we visited the Ancient Wonders. We then continued to Port Campbell National Park to see the Twelve Apostles. We spent the rest of the afternoon at the park. The next morning we went back to the park and enjoyed all the walks to sites. Continued to the Bay of Martyrs and after lunch, worked our way back to Melbourne. So glad we did the 2 day tour as it was a leisurely tour and was able to see all the sites. Our guide Ben made sure our tour was everything we expected. He is very knowledgeable and makes sure his guests enjoy the tour.
T
Wonderful experience at Ocean Road
We had an incredible experience with this tour agency. Our guide, Ben, was very friendly and explained the history and meaning of each place we visited, making the tour very interesting. Additionally, the private tour vehicle was very comfortable, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended! Thank you Ben 😊 Genesis and Soledad
A
Ocean Road and Much More!
To begin our day with an amazing charming café and a short walk to a historic lighthouse with a funny story attached to. It was the perfect way to begin our morning. The ocean wrote itself is beautiful with many stops to mark the land and learn about the geology and I’m using stories and educational ones that helped us understand more about the land and the beauty, but going through the rainforest looking for koalas and oh by the way, finding kangaroos on an off-road as well as birds and Much more plant a deeper experience of the ocean Road than my husband and I ever anticipated. The tour includes a fascinating look at the 12 apostles, but precedes it by perfect timed breaks so that the tour is a stretch of the legs as well as a stretch of the imagination. Much enjoyed not to be missed
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