Great Ocean Road to Grampians 3 Day Original Tour (Private Double/Twin)
What your day looks like
Spend an amazing 3 days traveling along the Great Ocean Road Grampians National Park adventure tour with private accommodation. Visit some stunning places including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Mackenzie Falls, Halls Gap, and some other magnificent sights throughout the region. Return to Melbourne arriving early evening.
The experience, in brief
- Journey along the National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road, see the Memorial Arch
- Reconnect with nature on a rainforest walk through the lush Great Otway National Park
- See the panoramic views from the 12 Apostles lookout & Loch Ard Gorge beach
- Enrich your cultural awareness of those who came before at Tower Hill Conservation Wildlife Reserve
- Guaranteed Australian wildlife sightings in their natural habitat ie. kangaroos, emus, echidnas
- Explore the rugged bush landscape of the Grampians National Park
- Capture the views from Reed's, Boroka, and The Balconies Lookout
- Impressive hike to the summit of the Pinnacle Lookout
- Cool off at the base of MacKenzie Waterfalls
Your day, step by step
Melbourne
Sightseeing at Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch. Melbourne – Warrnambool Start your 3-Day adventure by exploring the world-famous Great Ocean Road with its stunning ocean views and surf beaches.
Melbourne
Eco Tour at Great Otway National Park. Spot wild koalas along the way with a stop in the quaint seaside town of Apollo Bay for lunch, followed by a guided rainforest walk in the Great Otway National Park rainforest.
Warrnambool
Other. Accommodation: Downtown Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite bathroom) or similar alternative. Driving Distance: 360km.
Melbourne
Cultural Immersion at Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve. Warrnambool - Halls Gap On the second day, visit the Tower Hill Conservation Wildlife Reserve, an extinct volcano, rich in Aboriginal history and abundant wildlife.
Melbourne
Hiking. Later hike up to the iconic Pinnacle lookout with an amazing view over the Grampians.
Halls Gap
Food Tasting. Finish the day with a traditional Aussie BBQ and overnight stay in Halls Gap.
Halls Gap
Other. Accommodation: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite bathroom) or similar alternative. Driving Distance: 190km. Hike Distance: 4.5km.
Melbourne
Hiking at Grampians National Park. Halls Gap – Melbourne On the last day of the journey, hike to the base of Mackenzie Falls, then check out some other famed sights such as Boroka Lookout and The Balconies.
Melbourne
Transportation. After an incredible few days exploring the coastline and mountain ranges, we make our way back to Melbourne arriving around 5:30 pm.
What to know before booking
Included
Melbourne to Melbourne round trip journey All National Park pass entry fees Guided bush walks (~6.5km, subject to fitness level) Australian wildlife sightings, in the wild! Hosted by an experienced driver-guide Air-conditioned small-group travel Comprehensive local tour commentary Selected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
Not Included
Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - plenty of opportunity will be provided to purchase food along the way or dine out with the group Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point Travel insurance is highly recommended Personal expenses
What to Bring
1 Litre water bottle Overnight bag & small day pack Warm jacket Thermals (advisable for the colder months) Comfortable walking shoes with tread Hat, sunscreen & sunglasses Swimwear Towel & toiletries Camp torch/headlamp Camera
Restrictions
Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage is kept to 1 x 15kg travel bag, and 1 x 5kg day bag Private motel accommodation fares apply to Adults & Children. Single Rooms are for adults only. Children aged between 6 to 17 years old are required to stay in a private double or twin room and must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. This tour is not suitable for infants or children 5 years and under.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point at, Melbourne, Vic, 3000. Pickup Locations: 6:50 - Pullman Albert Park - 65 Queens Road Albert Park 6:55 - Pegasus Apartments Hotel - 206 A’Beckett St Melbourne 6:58 - Brady Apartment Hotel Hardware Lane - 388 Lonsdale St Melbourne 7:00 - Melbourne Marriott Hotel - corner Exhibition St & Lonsdale St Melbourne 7:00 - Nomads St Kilda Beach - 17 Carlisle St St Kilda 7:05 - Space Hotel - 380 Russell St Melbourne 7:10 - Grand Hyatt Melbourne - Russell St entrance Melbourne 7:15 - Windsor Hotel - 111 Spring St Melbourne 7:20 - Adina Apartment Hotel - 189 Queen St Melbourne 7:20 - Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay Southbank 7:20 - Crown Towers - 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank 7:25 - The Savoy Hotel - 630 Little Collins St Melbourne 7:30 - Pan Pacific Melbourne - 2 Convention Centre Pl South Wharf 7:30 - The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne - 44 Spencer St Melbourne 7:35 - Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St corner Market St Melbourne
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 6 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic