2 Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

Excellent tour

We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The itinerary was well-planned, with several stops for walking and hiking in interesting places, toilet stops, and lunch breaks on both days. The guide was respectful, knowledgeable and experienced. Touring the Great Ocean Road in 2 days is a good way to really enjoy the beautiful scenery: it doesn't feel rushed. This is quite an active tour (lots of walking). Morning tea on both days is a light snack. It would have been helpful to know that breakfast stops are not included; you need to provide your own or ask the driver to stop somewhere so you can pick something up. The chocolaterie stop was a nice surprise with generous free chocolate samples! Our only complaint was that music not to our taste was played nonstop during the drive.

Great trip. Lots of interesting stops.

This was a really great tour. Walter had plenty of stops that was more than just fabulous photo opportunities. We enjoyed the trip immensely.

Amazing tour!

Absolutely incredible tour! Our tour guide Walter was really informative, and we did so many stops seeing all the high points of the Great Ocean Road. Would highly recommend

Bad trip

Our guide Walter was not friendly and his driving skills is horrible. Basically just drop you here and there with various spots like a driver, but a poor one. Would not recommend if you want to enjoy a laid-back holiday.

100% Recommend! Great experience

I had a great time at the great ocean road trip with tour guide Walter Edgar. The trip is well-planned with detailed introductions. Definitely 100% recommended!

Great tour to see everything the great ocean road has to offer!

Great trip with so many stops, Walter was great and really enthusiastic and wanted us to see all the best bits! Be prepared to get up early for the trip!

very recommendable

we had a good time on this great trip interesting stops with enough time to explore some informations from driver/tourguide, fortunately not talking too much, so you can hang on your own thoughts and enjoy the views thank you Walter

Good itinerary but tour guide attitude needs to be improved

The itinerary for this tour is good but there are few need to be improved. 1) tour guide did not check name while picking up passenger. 2) Tour guide did not care about passenger comfortability despite informing him to switch on air-conditioner and change seat 3) tour guide providing inaccurate room rate of AUD 1804/night when asking for room upgrade to ensuite room. Tour operator should inform customer if room upgrading was unavailable in advance and not when I emailed as I have indicated it during booking. The coach is a bit squeezy for 11 people. I am Asian, small size already feel discomfort and if there was no window, good to switch on air-conditioner for comfortability. Perhaps, company should us bigger coach for 11 people or extra carriage behind the coach so that passenger can sit more comfortable.

Our guide, he is the...

Our guide, he is the best. He tried to find a koala on the tree and got 2 koalas on the tree. He has a big voice properly for tour group. He is very clear so we made our trip the best. I suggest staying at Apolo bay over night.

Definitely a great choice and a must-go tour!

It’s great that we visited the Great Ocean Road the whole way from Torquay to Warrnambool. All of the amazing landmarks along the coast, awesome beaches, stunning scenery at the lookout, and wonderful birds’ singing and enormous natural species in the rainforest have been all carved in our memory. Walter, our tour guy, did a wonderful job of leading us spying all the gorgeous views, plants and animals all the way. We even saw koalas and wallabies walking along the road. Once in a life time, you must come and experience here.

2 day is a must

We are a group of 10 seniors on a small group tour on Oct31/Nov 1. We got the bus all by ourselves. Walter is our driver, who gave us good clear instructions. Beautiful scenery at each scheduled stop. Weather is cool and comfy for walking trails, just dress for it. There is hardly any tourists besides us. We stay overnight in Apollo Bay. There are decent restaurants for lunch and dinner. Only at a couple of stops where there are stairs and slopes to climb, we find a bit rush (but we made it ok). We made lots of good memories.

NIce trip

The trip was nice. Visited many beautiful places along Great Ocean Road. First time experience to stay a hostel. It would be better if we can have the option to book our own accommodation. The tour guide was a bit fierce though.

Great way to see the Great Ocean Road

It's a really good itinerary, fantastic sights, good pace, and a great variety of things to do and see. Small tour group made for easy access and help taking pictures with the two of us. YHA night accommodation in Appolo Bay was nice and comfortable. We really enjoyed this trip... so worth doing.

Best 2 days.

Small initiate group. Strangers became instant friends. Well appointed stops with just the right amount of time to see what was there. Great surprises along the way. Walter our guide was knowledgeable, timely, and communicates clearly. Needs to be moderately fit to get the most out of it. You need to days on the GOR to really appreciate it. If you don’t like a hostel accomodation, Walter will take you to a place of your choice. Highly recommend but very strenuous.

Amazing road trip!

We loved our trip down the Great Ocean Road! Our tour guide, Walter, was lovely and provided complimentary tea & biscuits. We stopped many times to enjoy the scenery, we were even lucky enough to see the Kangaroos. The overnight stay at Apollo Bay was amazing, it was a cosy stay. Apollo Bay is no ordinary hostel, there’s a log burner and a spacious kitchen. However, the tour could have been improved by informing us of the itinerary each morning, before we started the day. P.s. bring snacks!

How Great is Nature

I highly recommend this 2 day tour with Walter It was indeed 'ultimate' with a great combination of stops (walks), food and companionship. It was active and leisurely at the same time. A visit to the rainforest at 0700 was like something from 'Lord of the Rings'. A 15 minute helicopter ride over the 12 apostles gave a wonderful extended view. For us the sea was calm and the ride smoothe. The beaches were rocky with strong waves pounding the beach. A very special experience.

Great Ocean Road Two Days Tour

Took the two day amazing trip with Walter to The Great Ocean Road, where we visited many great lookouts, beaches and had the opportunity to spot some Koalas and Kangaroos as well. Overall, I was very satisfied with the service and the itinerary. Highly recommended tour if you like to take some incredible pictures while enjoying the great views this place has to offer.

Awesome well organized experience

Walter did a great job leading the small group of 6 on the Great Ocean Tiad for 2 days. Well organized, hit all the high spots, have great advice and tips. Could not be better. Weather didn’t cooperate but that’s not his fault. He helped us have a great time.

Very average

Walter met our basic needs and gave some basic information about the area. He managed to time the tour nicely as there were hardly any tourists when we were at the attractions. However, the tour was a mad rush as there were too many spots to go to. We had limited time at each spot; he gave us just enough time to walk down, a 5min break/photo session then back up again. They need to curate their itinerary better. There was no personal touch either. Walter dropped us off n let us wander off on our own. He wouldn’t know our walking pace (and as such adjust to our needs), or be there to answer any questions we had atm. He came across as uninterested. If you’re looking for just a driver, then this tour is fine. Otherwise pls go elsewhere. We had so much more fun with another tour agency.

The most comprehensive GOR tour!

Had a good tour with Walter who brought us to many places along the GOR. Really appreciate the effort in preparing morning tea for the group, especially when it's really cold (and rainy). Get ready for many hop on and off. Would recommend going for a tour if you're not driving.

Awesome Apostles!

A great two days with Walter exploring the many delights of the Great Ocean Road. Highlight of course was seeing the mighty Apostles in the early morning sunlight, and another wonderful experience was the walk through Maite’s Rest, a fern filled, towering Mountain Ash rain forest. Magical. Walter is a fount of knowledge and makes the journey a very pleasant experience. if you’re lucky like us, and be the only two booked, then even better.

Amazing eco-tourism

Walter's tour was so amazing. We have been on many group tours and have decided our experience with Walter outweighs all other companies. Walter had great commentary and showed us some really awesome eco-tourism spots. This tour does have a lot of walking but the views are so worth it. Also Wildlife Wonders in Apollo Bay is one of the best experiences we have ever had. Reece and I cannot wait to come do more tours with Walter (Around and About Tours). Best tour company in Melbourne!!

Fantasic Day Out!

Booked a day trip to Mt Buller with Around and About and is was a great day! Booked online and leading up to the tour Walter sent out updates for information on COVID restrictions and a heads up to pre-book lift passes, really appreciated with all the changes happening these days. The day itself was well run and we made great time up to Mt Buller, comfortable bus ride and the stop in Mansfield to collect ski gear was super easy, Walter pointed out lots of cool sights along the way and has a great eye for spotting native animals! He also had great tips about making the day better on the mountain! Highly recommend booking with Around and About!

2 Day Great Ocean Rd

This tour was a great way to tour the Great Ocean Rd without being too rushed. The van was very clean and comfortable and Walter was very informative. The starts are early but we beat the crowds. Highly recommend this tour.

Absolutely Fantastic 2 days trip to the Great Ocean road!

Absolutely fantastic 2 days trip to the Great ocean road with Mr. Walter (Tour guide). He was very professional, knowledgeable, flexible and perfect with the timing & driving. Since its COVID times, we were just 4 people in the mini bus that can accommodate 11 passengers, so it did feel like a private tour. He took the time to share info, recommendations in each and every stop. Thanks again Mr. Walter and hope to see you again next time! Great quality and value. Highly recommended!

Satisfying trip

I 100% recommend traveling with Around and About. Walter is a respectful person and committed to his work, we had a so beautiful experience during the two days on the Great Ocean Road.

Great little tour with amazing tour guide Walter

Walter was very knowledgable, friendly and kind. The best part of this tour was the numerous stops along the way to the final destination of the 12 Apostles.

Best Ocean Road Tour

This is an excellent, comprehensive tour of the Great Ocean Road. Our guide Walter was funny and informative and showed us all the main sights. The departure times mean you see everything before other tours arrive and the over night stay at Apollo Bay is a great break from all the sightseeing.

A Fun Two Days on The Great Ocean Road

We decided we didn't want to do the two-day drive ourselves, so found this tour online and were so glad we booked it. There were only five of us in an 11-passenger bus, so there was plenty of room to stretch out. Walter was an excellent, knowledgeable, friendly guide who is passionate about the history and sights along the way- and there is much to see. We appreciated him going out of the way to try to find some wildlife for us to see- luckily we did spot a few kangaroos albeit at some distance- but saw parrots, cockatoos, koalas and a snake. There was just the right amount of time at each stop- some were just viewpoints, others involved some walking. Saw beaches, waterfalls, sunrise, lighthouse, 12 Apostles, Chocolate factory, and more. Walter managed to avoid the crowds at most of the stops which was great. If you're not going to do the drive yourself, I'd highly recommend Around and About Tours for your Great Ocean Road adventure!

Very Enjoyable 2-Day Great Ocean Road Tour

Excellent experience. Walter, owner of the “Around And About” tour, was our driver and guide, who did an excellent job of showing and explaining the wonderful sites along the way. We were glad we also had plenty of opportunities, at the many stops, to get out, take photos, and do some nice 20-30-minute walks at many of the stops. Sites included coastal scenery, waterfalls, seeing kangaroos and Koalas, beach areas, etc. The youth hostel in Apollo Bay was nice, clean, no problem to use the community bath down the hall. Dinner at the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse in Apollo Bay was a positively-memorable experience, including the beer and kangaroo steak. We appreciated Walter’s attentiveness. An entirely pleasant trip.

You won’t beat this tour!

We did this tour during it’s busy season (Christmas). Walter was our guide and although he insisted upon starting earlier (we left St Paul’s at 5:45am when the stated departure was at 6:30) we understood why once on The GOR. The traffic was terrible and we seemed to be one step ahead everywhere - as we were leaving each stop, cars and buses would come piling in. This meant we had most stops to ourselves and had ample time at each stop. Walter was very kind and considerate and made our tour informative and fun. We highly recommend this tour. It could not have been better.

Exceptional tour!

If I could give 10 stars I would. Walter has a well-times itinerary that maximizes the experience and views while avoiding crowds. He’s a great guide. Scenery is breathtaking. Worth every penny

We had a wonderful time !

An easy and perfect way to live the great ocean road adventure. Walter is very convenient and nice, the bus is for a maximum of 11 people so everyone can take time to enjoy stops. He is well organized and he will make your life easy with pick up and drop off ! Also, departures are very early in the morning (something between 6am and 7am) but it's really worth it because you avoid other tours, places were not overcrowded, and you visit places as the wild life awaken, which is very beautiful.

A Well Loved Trip to the Ocean

My wife and I wanted to do a more relaxed paced Great Ocean Road tour and we experienced one with our tour guide Walter from Around and About. We appreciated the various lookouts which gave us ample time to soak in the stunning view of the ocean. Walter is very clear with instructions and good with the road. Without him we wouldn’t be able to spot koalas nor feed the parrots. Our biggest highlight was to be able to catch the sunrise at the start of our trip. Our most enjoyable sight of the tour is the helicopter view of the 12 apostles. We were a little unprepared for the hostel night’s stay. Other than that, we are very satisfied :)

Ultimate two days Great Ocean Road

Increadible two days! The most important fact about this tour is that the 12 Apostles are not "the destination" but just another stopover amongst all the beautiful places you get to see during this two unforgottable days. Actually, the lesser visited places are prettier, so the further you get from the crowd the more you feel the real athmosphare. Highly recommended! Walter, our guide was really kind, helpful and waited patiently for everyone! The time allowances at the stops are sufficient.

Great Tour Brilliantly Timed and Meticulously Planned

The tour started at Flinders Street Station at 6:15am. It was early, but it was timed to get in front of all the buses. We were lucky to have Garry leading the tour. He was knowledgeable, professional and friendly. Our first stop was near Torquay and we then slowly made our way along the Great Ocean Road stopping at places like Split Point and Memorial Arch. We were able to make additional stops at Erskine Falls and Teddy's Lookout - both of which don't usually appear on maps, but are definitely worthwhile visiting. Lunch was in Lorne, a great place to spend an hour as it has shopping and beaches. We continued on the Great Ocean Road, stopping at a shipwreck, and at various points where Garry expertly spotted koalas, parrots and sting rays. While one can visit these locations independently, having Garry to find these animals was really beneficial. We ended off the first day by visiting another location off the beaten path - Marriner's Lookout, another spectacular point of interest. We stayed at the YHA in Apollo Bay. The facility was relatively new and while basic, provided comfortably. The second day started closer to 7, and we made our way further up the Great Ocean Road. Highlights include the Twelve Apostles, the Loch Ard Gorge, the Grotto, and the Bay of Islands among others. These were all fantastic sites, all postcard worthy and certainly worth the visit. We returned to Port Campbell for lunch before making our way back to Melbourne, arriving slightly ahead of schedule at 6pm. Many tour outlets offer similar itineraries, but in my opinion, this tour was the best out of the ones offered for the following reasons: - A two-day excursion allows for more time exploring each site, and allows opportunities to explore sites that are a bit off the beaten path - The tour is for small groups, so you get to visit sites where tour buses will not go. For example, Erskine Falls, Teddy's Lookout, Marriner's Lookout were all great sites, where we did not see any tour groups. This also allows for stops along the Great Ocean Road at certain lookouts to take photos, lookouts where large buses will not be able to stop. - The organizers have put a LOT of thought into this itinerary. I can't understate this enough - not only have they selected great points of interest to take their guests, they have the timing down to a tee. The sequence and timing of the individual sites are planned in such a way so that the group avoids the busy times with the bigger tours. It was almost eerie how few people were around the Twelve Apostles site given how popular it was. Being able to take one's time at the photo spots without having to wait or compete for space was worthwhile in itself. Lastly, a shout out to Garry who really made the difference on this trip for me. - Garry was professional and friendly and was really a good driver (it is often overlooked). I always felt safe in the van. - Garry was very attentive to details and considerate of others - he was always taking care of us, making sure we had snacks if the day was getting long, and stopped at regular intervals for washroom breaks or stretch breaks. - Although the days were long, we never felt rushed as Garry was very clear on the amount of time we would need. He would even make recommendations on what to see first at the different sites so we can make the most of our time. - Garry was very friendly and it was easy to have a conversation with him during the long drives between sites. Not only an ambassador to the Great Ocean Road, but Australia in general! (Ask him about Perth!) Overall, the sites were worthwhile seeing but the tour went from good to great because we had Garry. Thank you for such an amazing experience!

Wonderful tour, brilliantly planned and executed

Took this tour by myself whilst visiting Melbourne. The company were great and communicative; no problem changing my pick up spot. Doing the trip over 2 days is definitely better than one, we had far more time at each stop, and definitely avoided the crowds (no queuing for photos). Plus the opportunity to visit the apostles with the morning light would be a big pro for anyone into photography. The tour was really well organized, but never felt rushed. Hostel stay was included in the price, and was far nicer a hostel than expected, spacious rooms and comfy beds. You could also stay in a private room for an additional stay. There’s also time the first day to relax in Apollo bay after arrival and soak up the sun. Bus was comfy, spacious and air conditioned. Our guide Walter was very friendly and knowledgeable. I’d definitely take the trip again if I was back in Melbourne, and can’t recommend it strongly enough.

First time on The Great Ocean Road

Travelling as a family of three, we had a great time. Phil, our guide, was very fun and sweet. As he drove us along the coast, he showed us great spots for taking photos. He came prepared with Tea, Coffee, Lamingtons, and a cooler full of water for whenever needed. With plenty of restroom stops and cafes, we had plenty of time to stretch our legs and catch the ocean breeze. Day-1 We started early at 6AM, from Melbourne CBD. Good idea to beat the traffic. We started with Morning Tea at Sunrise on the coast. We began our journey with Torquay, stopping at Anglesea to spot Kangaroos on the roadside. An early stop at The Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie for a chocolate tasting and shopping was a good start to the day. Also made stops at the Split Point Lighthouse, Erskine falls (be prepared with jogging shoes to catch your breath with 200+ steps). Stopped at Lorne for lunch. Spotted sleeping Koalas and chirpy Parrots at Kennet River. After one last scenic lookout, we came to rest at a motel in Apollo Bay. Day-2 After an early breakfast at 6:30 AM, We headed out to the Apollo Bay beach one last time, lucky enough to spot a Koala. Stopped at the Otway forest for a walk in a preserved Temperature Rainforest among 200-400 year old Eucalypt trees. After morning tea at Lavers hill, we proceeded to see the 12 apostles from the road. We later stopped to take a helicopter ride over the 12 Apostles ($145pp for 15min, totally worth it). We next went to more lookouts like the Loch Ard George, Razorback, Peterborough and London Arch. Finally we head back home.

A Most Enjoyable Tour

This is one of the most scenic places in the world. A one-day trip would be merely checking a box to say you went there. Our driver, Phil, was very cordial and informative and took us to all of the attractions along the way, nothing was hastened or left out. We would definitely do it again.

Very beautiful trip. I highly...

<p>Very beautiful trip. I highly recommend it to everybody. In our case the first day was all sunny while the second was rainy. In both cases, however we enjoyed the days. Our guide was also very knowledgeable. The sceneries were out of this world and certainly not what we are used to see in our home country.</p>

Wonderful! Much better being in a...

<p>Wonderful! Much better being in a small group - not so much time wasting waiting for fellow passengers getting on and off which happens on a coach. Walter was great, very knowledgable and fun. Would definitely recommend.</p>

Loved this tour - the scenery speaks...

<p>Loved this tour - the scenery speaks for itself and the small group tour maximised the time and interaction with our driver. Couple of small criticisms: Would have appreciated a more substantial breakfast/morning tea on first morning - bikkies and an apple at around 8am didn't quite fit the bill after being collected from hotel at around 6am. No facilities for breakfast at 5am when staying in hotel so would have been more than happy to pay for own brekky at first stop. Accommodation at backpackers hotel in Apollo Bay was also low standard - paid for unit which was pretty grubby - perhaps other options could be offered. Despite these minor complaints - thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the GOR is as spectacular as everyone says it is.</p>

This tour was amazing! It was...

<p>This tour was amazing! It was exactly as advertised and we couldn't have been more happy. Walter, our guide and driver, was excellent- very knowledgeable and sensitive to our interests. If you want to experience the natural beauty of this part of the world in depth, take this tour!</p>

豐富且令人驚豔的旅程

兩天的行程很豐富很充實，不僅是導遊Walter對於每個景點都詳細解說，大洋路海岸線的絕景搭配上藍天簡直讓人流連忘返！我們也很幸運看到了可愛的大袋鼠跟正在進食的無尾熊！最重要的是，兩天一夜的安排有充分的拍照、體驗以及休息時間，而且大量錯開一日遊的旅客！真的很推薦

Geen aanrader

De tour is geen toevoeging om de Great Ocean Road te zien. Je kunt deze route prima alleen of met vrienden rijden in een huurauto. Er was geen dynamiek in de groep, de gids deed daarvoor ook zijn best niet. De gids zag er niet uit alsof hij plezier had. Het leek meer een verplichting. We hadden geen zicht bij de twelve apostles. Later op de dag klaarde het op. Een goede gids had ons daar terug naar toe gebracht, maar hij wilde zo snel mogelijk weer naar huis. Bij het ophalen en afzetten kwam hij heel gestresst over en hij zat continue op zijn telefoon tijdens het rijden. Ik vind dat dat niet kan, je moet de veiligheid waarborgen van je gasten. Kortom, ik zou deze tour niet aanraden.

Excelente Servicio!!

Acabamos de hacer este tour de 2 días!! Ha sido una experiencia inolvidable, superó las expectativas!!! Nos recogieron en el hotel muy puntuales e hicimos todo de acuerdo a lo que se ofrece!! Muy buena disposición del guía! Muy recomendable!