1 Day Great Ocean Road + Rainforest Tour
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Experience and enjoy the Great Ocean Road. Every twist and turn exposes you to stretches of broad, uninterrupted beaches, dramatic coastlines, lots of wildlife and the lush rainforests.
During this 1 day trip we'll visit Cape Otway, Lorne, Apollo Bay, London Bridge, 12 Apostles & Shipwreck Coast. You'll make new friends, eat good food and explore the Great Ocean Road
Includes
- Small Group Adventure
- All Fees & Taxes
- Knowledgable/Experienced Guide
- Great Lunch Options
- Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Accommodation Pickup/Drop Off
- 12 Apostles & Shipwreck Coast
- Cape Otway & Lorne
- Apollo Bay
- Spot wild Koalas
- Trip length: 1 Day
- Group size: Max 34
- Start: Melbourne
- End: Melbourne
- Vehicle: Airconditoned 4WD Mini Bus
- Sleep: N/A
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Itinerary
See MapPrepare for an unforgettable adventure on our 1 Day Great Ocean Road Tour! Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery as you navigate this famous coastal drive, featuring pristine beaches and majestic limestone cliffs. With every twist and turn, you’ll be treated to amazing views and insights from your knowledgeable tour guide.
Join us on this awesome epic journey road trip, touring the most beautiful scenic coastal route Victoria has on offer. Our adventure begins when we leave Melbourne in the morning and head straight for the famous Shipwrecks Coast.
Our first scenic stop is the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch. This is a great photo opportunity to capture the gateway to the Great Ocean Road, the longest war memorial in the world. We then journey on to the quaint seaside town of Apollo Bay. Enjoy an hour of free time to explore the shops and grab some lunch (at your own expense).
Continuing on, we venture onto the beautiful Great Otway National Park. Keep your eyes open for australian koalas nestled among the towering eucalyptus trees as we drive through this lush landscape. We will stop and enjoy a rainforest walk through the Great Otway Rainforest National Park.
Then, prepare to be awestruck by one of the highlights of our tour: the iconic 12 Apostles at sunset. These stunning rock formations are a definite highlight of this day, offering breathtaking coastal views from the viewing platform.
Next, we head to Loch Ard Gorge. Learn about the history of the shipwrecks and some remarkable stories of survival that unfolded here, adding to the magic of this location.
As we then make our way back to Melbourne, we will stop in Colac, where you have the opportunity to purchase dinner (at your own expense).
Highlights:
- Travel in coach comfort to see the iconic Twelve Apostles.
- Get that iconic photo at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.
- Be captivated by the dramatic history and beauty of Loch Ard Gorge.
- Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, koalas and other Australian wildlife!
- Enjoy free time for lunch (at your own expense) in Apollo Bay.
- Explore the Great Otway National Park's ancient rainforest and the rich natural habitats around you.
Start / Finish
Tour Starts:
Melbourne CBD Area
- 07:20 - Adina Apartment Hotel
- 08:30 - Bunnings Waurn Ponds
- 07:40 - Crown Towers
- 07:10 - Grand Hyatt Melbourne
- 07:35 - Immigration Museum
- 07:00 - Melbourne Marriott Hotel
- 06:55 - Pegasus Apart Hotel
- 07:05 - Space Hotel
- 07:25 - The Savoy Hotel
Tour Finishes
Melbourne CBD Area at approximately 6pm
what to bring
CLOTHING
- Comfortable hiking/walking shoes.
- Warm jacket
- Shorts and T Shirts for daytime hikes and walks
- Hat and sunglasses
EQUIPMENT / OTHER
- Sunscreen
- Refillable water bottle
- Rechargers
- Torch
- Camera
What is included
- National Park entry fees
- Australian wildlife sightings
- A knowledgeable local driver guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned coach transport
- Selected Melbourne inner city pick-up and drop-offs
- Audio translation app in 10 different languages
Not Included:
- Meals not included
Trip Info
Preparing for the trip
Where can I get more information about this trip?
If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.
What should I pack?
Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.
What immunisations do I need?
For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.
Do I need to take any medical supplies?
It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour will carry an first aid box and our guides are all certified in First Aid.
How much luggage can I take?
We don't have an exact policy when it comes to luggage though we just ask our customers to be mindful that we have limited space. Generally we recommend people to bring a large backpack/suitcase with all their gear and another smaller backpack to keep on the bus and hold their daily items ( phone, water bottle, towel, sunscreen etc ) and which they used to take on walks etc. If you have a lot of luggage is best to leave the things you don't need at your hotel/hostel where they will store it for free.
Where can I store my luggage whilst on tour?
During the tour your main luggage will be stored in our trailer. This trailer is always locked however we cannot guarantee the complete safety of your gear from theft or damage. This is why it is so important to purchase a good travel insurance. If you need to store your luggage whilst away on tour, this can be done through your accommodation. Most hostel and hotels will store your luggage safely free of charge.
Will I be able to do any laundry whilst on tour?
For camping tours there will be no time to do laundry. However, for longer cross country tours involving hostel or hotel style accommodation you may have the opportunity to wash your clothes.
Do I need a sleeping bag?
For all camping tours require you to have a sleeping bag. If you don't have one they may be available for hire via the "join tour" button.
How fit do I need to be?
Our tours are made to be fun, informative and active and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking/walking up to 5km each day.
Do I need travel insurance?
Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.
Can I get online whilst travelling?
For tours incorporating hostel/hotel style accommodation you may have the opportunity to use wireless internet or use of nearby internet cafe. If you have a mobile plan with internet then that should be ok except for more remote regions. This will vary from tour to tour so please contact us directly for more accurate information.
Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?
You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.
Private tours and families
Is it possible to travel in a private group?
If your looking for a private tour based of one of our trips please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.
Booking the trip
Do I have to book this tour online?
Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.
If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?
Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.
How do I know when a tour is available?
You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.
Can I just do a section of this tour and not the whole trip?
Unfortunately it is not possible to only do a part of the tour. Passengers generally need to stay with the tour from start to finish.However, drop off locations at the end of the tour made me negotiated.
Does the tour price include flights?
No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!
How far in advance do I need to book my tour?
As a rule of thumb we generally say AT LEAST 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.
If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?
Balance on tours need to be paid at least 30 days prior to departure. Failure to do so could result is the cancellation of your seat with a fee charged. If you need more time to clear your balance then let us know ASAP and arrangements can be made.
Who travels with us
Is this tour for me?
Our tours are made up of small groups with a range of different ages, nationalities and backgrounds. Generally people who travel with us are between 20 and 49, though we also get alot passengers much older onboard - everyone is welcome! On tour we get equally as many males as females and everyone shares an enthusiasm for the out doors, nature, adventure and culture. Our tours are for those wanting to really explore and share the experience with likeminded travellers. Whether we are camping by a billabong in Kakadu National Park or sharing a cabin in Tasmania, our travellers want more than just a site seeing tour. They are chasing a hands on group experience. The trips are packed with many highlights and the pace can be fast. There may be some long drives and passengers should expect to help out when setting up camp or cooking food - this is a group adventure. However, there’s always time to chill out, have a cold beer ( or wine! ) and soak up your surroundings. As always, if in doubt then contact us directly with your concerns.
Cost and Fees
What does "Paid Locally" mean?
Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.
Will I need additional money?
Visitors are advised to bring some cash as ATMs and banks can be few and far between depending on where we are during the trip. Its handy to have some extra cash as we do stop by local shops and cafe.
Do I need to tip our guide?
If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip the guide, then that is completely up to you. However, tipping is not customary and is not at all expected.
Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?
Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.
Whilst on tour
What will the food be like?
Our emphasis is on fresh food wherever possible and our meals are nutritious and varied on these tours. If you are vegetarian or gluten intolerant we can cater for you, but if you have very specific dietary needs you may need to provide your own food, please discuss this at time of booking. For breakfast we supply cereals, fruits, toast, tea and coffee. Lunch is usually a self-serve picnic sandwich and salads; in the evening we have a cooked dinner - This can vary between pastas, bbqs, rices and other hearty food to keep you energized! We always carry water in the vehicle and you will often have the chance to buy your own drinks, ice-creams etc at stops. Please refer to each individual tour/package to establish which meals are included.
Can you cater of special diets?
We can certain cater for most dietary needs. Please advise us at the time of your booking so arrangements can be made. For travellers with more extreme diets we may ask that you bring along additional snacks.
Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?
We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.
Where do I meet the tour?
For pick up times and locations, please check out the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary. Here we list everywhere we can pick up from and their respective times.There is a lot of information here to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review careful as these can vary from tour to tour.
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Reviews
“mesmerizing”
Travelled 13th December 2014
(5/5)
amazing views all the way.
make sure you do this trip with a small group instead of the usual big bus way & sit on the left side to catch the best scenes.
but do remember to be prepared for a long day , some rain & pretty cold weather .
i promise you that the final vision of the 12 apostles will just take your tiredness & breath away.
- rdkakapur
“Great Ocean Road Tour was Great”
Travelled 13th December 2014
(5/5)
This one day tour was one of the best. It was a very long day of about 15 hours but with many stops along the way. We saw koalas, many different species of colorful birds, the famed 12 Apostles rock formations, and excellent countrysides and seasides en route. Lunch and dinner were included in the tour. Anyone in the Melbourne area for more than a day should consider taking this fully packed one day tour.
- HomelessEastCoast
“Great Ocean Road tour. You will get your money's worth.”
Travelled 13th December 2014
(5/5)
I went on the one-day Great Ocean Road tour. Peter was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and funny. I enjoyed his commentary during the drive. He knew when to talk and when to turn on the music and let people sit back and relax. We made several stops at scenic overlooks along the way. We stopped at the Koala cafe where we saw a koala sleeping in a tree and had several birds perch on us. It made for some great pictures. We also stopped off at a rainforest, the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the London bridge. I thought that the time allotted at each stop was perfect. Not too short and not too long. There was also lunch included in our tour which was at a restaurant. There were several meal choices available. They also picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel which was really nice. Overall, I definitely felt like I got my money's worth and was very happy that I chose to go on the tour.
- ARW76
“Best tour I've ever done - 1 day Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 13th December 2014
(5/5)
The 1 day Great Ocean road tour was fantastic! The tour guide, Teagan, was really great and very friendly. She stopped at all of the sights and gave us ample time to explore. We even made a few unexpected stops... One to see wild kangaroos! The bus/van was clean and everyone was really nice. The included lunch was sandwiches and she tried to cater to everyone's food needs, but we stopped in a little township that had other food options (Apollo Bay), so that was nice. It was a lovely day and I would do it again in a second, given the opportunity. Thanks Teagan!!
- g8ergal
“1 Day Great Ocean Road ”
Travelled 6th March 2015
(4/5)
The tour was fine, I spend a lot of time in queue up to helipoter ride then no time in walking tour at Twelve Apostles. And the lunch was pizza for me not much choices. Anyway the tour still worth 4 score.
- Yuk-Kam Yip
“I thoroughly enjoyed the day trip”
Travelled 7th February 2019
(5/5)
I thoroughly enjoyed the day trip I did with Lost in Australia last year. The route was perfect for what I wanted to see and I didn't feel too rushed considering how much had to fit into one day. Enjoyed the beautiful scenery and lucked into a fantastic up close experience with koalas. The tour guide did a great job. I would highly recommend it to friends and use the company to go on another tour in future.
- Kelly Belcher
“A fantastic day tour”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
The driver/tour guide Duane is so nice and friendly, cheering everyone up during the long day tour. The way he introduced the attractions was super lovely. Everything was well planned and organised. I really enjoyed it.(May 18. 2019)
- Sissy Chu
“Shout out to Daniel!”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
Great day from start to finish. Smooth pickup, plenty of stops with clear instructions, great lunch and music along the way. It helped that our weather was perfect!
- Ret
“Great way to visit the Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
Had an amazing day visiting the Great Ocean Road with a small group. Visited beautiful places, and learned a lot thanks to our tour guide Lewis! Liked the fact that it was reversed because we avoided big crowds, and the drive back home was short. Would definitely recommend!
- Sofia MB
“Beautiful Scenery-but...”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
We thought it smart to book the reverse tour so as to avoid traffic. Don't believe it was worth it. Travel time to the first scenic destination was at least 3 hours of a boring route. I believe enjoying the actual ocean views during the tour's beginning would have been a better start to the trip and built up excitement for what was to be experienced at each later stop-culminating, rather than starting with the 12 Apostles. Our driver played hard rock music very loudly during the entire drive. It grated on the nerves. I contrast the music selection to that played on other tours which was both contemporary and fun to listen to. Our first destinations visited were of course, stunning and we enjoyed those stops. Our drive adjacent to the ocean didn't come until the end of the tour day. By that time, many guests had nodded off.
Perhaps the tour organizer included the rain forest tour and the stop at the WW1 Memorial to make customers feel as though they received their tour money's worth. However, both could have been omitted and an earlier arrival back in Melbourne appreciated. Certainly a drive past the Memorial with respectful commentary provided by the guide would have been sufficient. To summarize, we would have preferred the boring trip route at the end of a shorter day.
- Buer
“Just Do It!”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
Totally impressed! This tour, with Wildlife, lasted 14 hours and it was fabulous from start to finish. From morning tea at Lake Colac to a beautiful sunset at Bells Beach. And everything in between was fantastic. It was a long yet relaxing day. Our tour guide was Andrew and he was intelligent, knowledgeable, interesting and a really nice person. Well worth doing this trip it was brilliant value for money.
- Chrissie
“Great way to spend a day”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
This tour was well planned getting us to some of Australia's unique and beautiful sights. The Great Ocean Road was a beautiful ride with stops at the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and some quaint towns along the way. It was a long day that did not seem long because our guide Richard kept us informed of what we were seeing and the history and important information about the places. We stopped several times along the way to stretch our legs, get something to eat, see the sights, and find wildlife. We also had a great group to travel with who came from several countries and were different ages, but all good traveling companions. One of the best tours I have ever been on.
- Brenda R
“Incredible sights, well run tour”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The scenery is breathtaking. The tour was well run, we were picked up at the agreed place at the agreed time. A sandwich was provided for lunch and there was water on tap in the bus. The tour guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The weather was fantastic, I would not like to have done this in the rain. We were impressed by the roadside toilet/picnic facilities provided in Australia, they are very geared for tourists. My only complaint is about the bus. We sat right at the back and the suspension kept on bottoming out on the bumpy Great Ocean road. Apart from that, I would highly recommend this tour.
- David H
“The Great Ocean Road is probably one of the most stunning road ”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
The Great Ocean Road is probably one of the most stunning road trips I have ever done.
We had a rented car and stopped at every recommended stop. Parked our vehicle and walked down to every stopping point on the Great Ocean Road starting at the 12 Apostles, which was a busy spot. The rest of the stops were just as stunning and worth the time and a lot less busy. Had no idea this would be such an amazing trip.
- Sriyani T
“Amazing Tour!!!”
Travelled 4th June 2019
(5/5)
Our guide Darrell and this tour group was amazing and I would suggest this tour to everyone I know! So much fun and it created so many great memories! Its so smart to do the reverse tour because we missed all the crowds and I feel like we saw so much more this way!
- Brooke D
“Best tour of our life! ”
Travelled 29th July 2019
(5/5)
Karla was friendly, knowledgeable, humorous, and provided valuable tips on what to see and where to eat. She also played theme music, such as ACDC's "Hell's &
Bells", and a surf music medley in the vicinity of the surfing beaches, and "My Heart Will Go
On" at Shipwreck Bay.
- Jill & Lynn
“Great Tour ”
Travelled 18th February 2020
(5/5)
Scott was amazing. Even in the morning he has alot of energy. He's unique in his own way, he says what he thinks, and he's an honest man. You can tell that he loves history, and he shares good knowledge and experience with the tour group. He's a safe driver as well. He slowed down while it rained and urged us to use our seatbelts. The tour wouldn't have been as great without him. Good one mate.
- Martin Pham
“Great Ocean Road Day Trip with kids.”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
The guide is knowledgeable and humorous. Thr journey is full of interesting stories about Victoria people and animals.
- Jun D
“A day of fun”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Thanks to Charlie, ww haf a wonderful trip - one off the bucket list. I highly recommend this tour, it was fun and informative.
- Jojo De Jesus
“Wonderful day with amazing scenery and wildlife”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
We really enjoyed this trip today with our driver/guide Keelie, who kept us entertained all day with information and stories about the locations themselves and the places we passed through on our way there. The absolute highlight was spotting a koala in the wildlife park.
- BR C
“A Brilliant Day”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
I highly recommend this tour if you are thinking about visiting the great ocean road. I started the tour solo but before I had even got onto the bus I was chatting and made friends with the people who were also doing it. Daniel our tour guide was so funny and was full of knowledge for every stop that we did! It was a fabulous day despite the weather
- Beth C
“Great ocean Road”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
It was an amazing day tour. Very well organised by Charlie, I was titled him " The man of the Day "
He helps during the day and assists so well. He explained the all visited location and provided enough knowledge to understand the destination better during one day great ocean road trip.
As I'm a tourism professional so personally I found it so professionally well. So highly recommended Charlie.
Cheer to Charlie..!
The whole was filled with mesmerizing views of villages and excursions points. The whole trip is very close to my heart and l would love to plan again with my family.
- Abhinav Chaturvedi
“Great Ocean Road review”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
The tour was absolutely fantastic, I couldn’t recommend Brit any more! Full of enthusiasm and made quite a long day fly by. The trip was effortless, making sure there was stops to eat and use the toilet at all times. Brit kept us all well entertained with her stories and jokes - what a woman!
- Laura D
“Impressive trip and outstanding guide”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Had an outstanding Great Ocean Road trip led by Wes, yesterday. Stunning scenery, koalas and even a mob of kangaroos to view, with lots of stops and short walks to get a brief 'feel' for the trip. Our driver/guide, Wes, was impressive - informative, amusing, patient and a fantastic driver over a long and, at times, difficult journey. Highly recommend Autopia and if you're lucky, you too will get Wes as your driver. He also has a great playlist for the trip :D. Thanks to all and best wishes, Liz
- Liz R
“Fantastic Tour”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
The tour and sights were fantastic. Our tour guide Brit was the best tour guide we’ve had out of hundreds in her travels. Fun, energetic, and knowledgeable she’s a true rock star in this business.
- JK
“Fun at the coast”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Hilda was our driver and tour guide. She gave us a day of excellent commentary and fun. The day was long but flew by with our many adventures. I would recommend this trip
- Rhonda N
“Great day”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Steve the driver was brilliant, made a long day enjoyable, after telling others to make sure they were back in time to move on to next stop, had to wait for people to return , which he managed well ,( I would have left them) trip was long but got to see many things in one day.
- John
“Spectacular views”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Had great time. This experience is an absolute must. The views are just spectacular. Recommending it 110%.
- Ruslana
“Great Ocean Road Tour led by Daniel T.”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
We loved our day on the Great Ocean Road led by the hilarious and welcoming host-storyteller Daniel T. The day was filled with variety, sharing, information, wit and astonishing natural beauty. This is a great time, and you learn. Daniel was a memorable guide. One of the best. Go!
- Shelley W
“Well done”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
Tim was great, he has good energy which is saying something over a 12 + hour day—he was full of stories, played a bit of music and educated us in a fun way throughout the day.
- bob m
“Spectacular Experience”
Travelled 11th January 2023
(5/5)
The Great Ocean Road is definitely listed as one of Australia's top attractions for a reason. The small group environment on this tour was a great way to see it in a personalized setting. Our tour guide Ezra was fantastic and kept us informed and entertained throughout the day. This tour is a long day starting at 7am and returning back to Melbourne at 9pm. Having a great guide made all the difference to keep the energy. In addition to beautiful seascapes, we saw an abundance of wildlife including wild koalas, parrots, and even an echidna waddling along on one of the trails.
- Linsay
“Great Ocean Motions”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Excellent day out! Jordan was an excellent driver and compère! Lovely scenery and great information all round. Many thanks to Jane for sorting out travel issues yesterday too ! Congrats to Mandy and Ben who got engaged at 12 Apostles !
- Kristian S
“Waves for days”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Great way to see The Great Ocean Road and Loch Ard Gorge. Would have never known it was there on my own to see! Stops were good and well timed out with a lengthy walk in the middle to help break up the day. I was picked up in Geelong, so the day wasn't too long for me, but from Melbourne I could see it being a long one. Bring your snacks, games and tunes for the ride and make some new friends. Jordan was organized, clear with instructions and gave enough info about what you were seeing to keep it interesting. Overall, I would recommend!
- Mara J
“Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
What an absolute fantastic day !! Don’t get me long it’s a long day but well worth it. The multiple stops and views were truly amazing and made even better by our driver Craig and his helper Barry. Craigs knowledge of the area and the history made the day so meaningful and special.
- Marlon R
“Thoroughly enjoyable”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Maj was an exceptional driver and guide. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing the folklore stories during the trip, many with a historical reference. The great ocean tour is highly recommended especially if you are not from the UK or Australia and have trepidation about driving a rental car. We spotted kangaroos, a koala bear, and many native birds. The coast line is truly breathtaking. This reverse tour was also enjoyable because we did everything that most tour companies do from the opposite direction, meaning fewer crowds. We enjoyed stopping at a café and local ice cream parlour as well. everything was beautifully
- Wancho K
“Lovely”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(4/5)
It was a great tour in which you got to see all the great spots. The tour guide was amazing, giving us much information and details about the road we were travelling. The tourbus was quite big, so I would recommend to use smaller busses. Overall a lovely tour with a good planning, would recommend.
- Elliot N
“Must do day trip from Melbourne!”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
t was such a fun day trip! I really enjoyed it and our guide was knowledgeable, kind and patient. Highly recommend it
- Bishop H
“Unforgettable Experience”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
This is an amazing tour and our tour guide, Wes, kept us entertained and informed the whole time. Even seeing pictures of the stops on this tour cannot do it justice, you have to experience it first hand.
- Kinslee M
“Wes was an absolutely amazing guide, very knowledgeable and frie”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Wes was an absolutely amazing guide, very knowledgeable and friendly! The Great Ocean Road was beautiful and definitely worth the trip. Highlight was the razorback for me, spectacular waves there!
- Inna M
“Best Day!”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Janet was the best tour-guide! Loved every minute of today and I’d love to take her other tours. Strongly recommend!
- Casey M
“Fantastic tour and a day well-spent!”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Had an absolute blast on the tour with our driver/tour guide Rhett (pronounced like 'red')! Extremely knowledgeable in Australian history and Aboriginal culture, and was a delight to hear from him along the way. Learnt lots about evolution (from dogs to seals, hippos to whales), eucalyptus trees (especially the blue-gum species), including his own favourite book that he's obsessed with: Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond. Definitely worth trying out this tour and an absolute pleasure to travel under Rhett's guidance. For those worried about not seeing any wildlife, rest assured - we saw 3 koalas and many beautiful birds! Rhett is super considerate and a witty guy who also walked with us at every landmark spot, great to have his company. 100/10 would recommend!
- Celeste D
“I highly recommend this tour”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
The tour was fantastic. So many beautiful sights to see! We even got to see a koala in the wild. Wes told lots of stories and taught us a lot about the area and some about the history of Australia. We were lucky to have a small group of only 10 on our bus, but that is not the norm.
The wind and the chilly (sometimes rainy) weather did not affect our trip at all. Dress warmly if you go in the winter; it can be quite windy near the sea. I was glad I wore boots because it was a bit muddy at some stops. I also brought flip flops to be able to put my feet in the ocean and that was fun too. We had a great day!
- Nimfa P
“Fantastic tour!”
Travelled 17th December 2023
(5/5)
Chris O was fantastic on this tour! Lots of energy from start to finish, great knowledge of stops and all-round a fab driver and tour guide! Loved this
- Nora L
“Great ocean road and 12 apostles”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Awesome trip. Picked up on time. Had a great weather the whole day. Our guide Chris/Kiwi explained the history and everything about each place that we went to.
- Alessia V
“Great Ocean Rd and Twelve Apostles”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
ILKAY our driver/ host made us very welcome and relaxed. The tour was very well delivered in an enjoyable way with intervals of appropriate music. Although it is a long tour ILKAY made it interesting with his sense of humour, knowledge and professionalism.
- Kamdyn L
“12 apostles Great Ocean Road tour with Chris P”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
We had an absolutely fantastic time with our guide Chris P - ‘’Kiwi’’, he was full of great information about each place we visited on the tour and provided lots of background information too. We would highly recommend anyone going on this tour with him.
- Khaleesi M.
“Must do tour when in Melbourne”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Chris (Kiwi) was a great guide/driver. He was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot. It was great to have him accompany us on a couple of the walks. It is a long day but we worth it. Highly recommend this tour and would love to have Kiwi on any other tour. He us a wealth of history and stories.
- Bronson H
“The unforgettable tour in the great ocean road!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
I really had a blast during my trip and I would like to commend Adan for all the great tips and information during our trip! I learned alot! It was really an amazing trip and I would truly recommend this trip if youre going to melbourne. Thank you once again adan for a comforting/relaxing trip. It may be a 1 day trip but it seems that everything is not in a rush and the flow of the tour is perfect! Cheers!!
- Ariel C
“Awesome day on the Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
We went on the Great Ocean Road Reverse tour with Nial (sorry for the spelling). We had a wonderful day, and Nial was simply incredible!! He was a wealth of information and was a very safe driver during the long, windy road drive. Thank you for a great tour.
- Clark D
“Nice day with Kiwi”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Chris P aka Kiwi is clearly passionate about his job. He was very informative and kept me engaged throughout the journey with his interesting facts and stories with a little humour thrown in here and there! The views are lovely and I can imagine they are even better on a sunnier day.
- Chloe D
“A must do trip!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Great guide/driver Kiwi filled the day with details unknown otherwise. So much to see and was worth the full day to experience it all!
- Rio R
“Happy Happy and Happy ”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Chris "Kiwi" our guide today is very pleasant, funny, helpful and full of service. Very satisfied with my trip this time. I took many picture and all the place we visit today is amazing and superb. Thanks
- Charlee B.
“Super knowledgeable guide”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Chris P (AKA Kiwi!) was a great tour guide. He was super knowledgeable about everything and eager to share as much as he could. The bus was clean and comfortable. We didn’t have great weather which was such a shame as I think the views would’ve been even better but it was great to see so much of “real” Australia. An early start and a long day but the sandwiches for lunch were really lovely and there were plenty of comfort breaks.
- Zavier M
“Great Ocean Road in reverse”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Full day - good value for money. Lots of information, friendly helpful driver Chris P aka (Kiwi) was excellent - would recommend
- Monica W
“1 day trip to 12 apostles in reverse”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Great day trip if you want to get to the 12 apostles before the crowds.
Jeremy the tour guide and driver was awesome! Very knowledgeable and funny!
Even though we went through some windy roads Jeremy's drive was pretty smooth.
- Westley G
“10/10 wonderful day trip out!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Brett (with the mullet!) took us on the 13 hour day tour along the Great Ocean Road. He was super enthusiastic, had so much information for us and was generally an all-around fantastic guide. We got to see some amazing sites and got to see koalas and kangaroos. Would absolutely recommend!
- Dallas C
“Such a great trip!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
I really enjoyed the trip. It was so cool, relaxed but never the less we saw so many things. Jeremy was the best tour guide. I would recomment it to anyone.
- Quinton W
“Amazing even on a grey day!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Very nice, despite the rain! It was amazing to discover these spectacular landscapes. A day well spent. Very nice and relax atmosphere in the bus with the information and music from our tour guide Jeremy. Would definitely recommend!
- Ariella P
“Review of Idan after our Great Ocean Drive one day tour”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Idan was our bus driver and tour guide today. He was excellent and our 13 hour day of touring felt wonderful because of Idan’s cheerful personality and wonderful customer focus. I would recommend this Atopia tours of the Great Ocean Drive to everyone!
- Bobby M
“Great trip with amazing views”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Great trip! The guide, Aidan, was super friendly and knowledgeable. Besides the amazing views, the trip was very interesting and Aidan made it very enjoyable with his wonderful sense of humour.
- Bethany F
“Great day on the Ocean Road”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Our guide /driver Aidan was warm friendly and knowledgeable and made for a great day ! I Highly recommend the trip it’s interesting and incredible views
- Rodney A
“Hit all the spots with this beautiful tour”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Niall was a great tour guide- vivid stories along the scenic route. Although it was a rather big group he tried to involve everyone and reacted to special requests promptly. Great day!
- Stella K
“The detail oriented informative day tour with Elke”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Elke was fantastic. He kept us so entertained and didn't feel the long day at all. He is just amazing. Full of humour. Full of energy and full of warmth. Thank you Elke. Sheika and Shannon Hong Kong
- Cooper S
“Great time!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Our tour guide Wes was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable, helpful, and kind! I would definitely recommend going on a tour with him
- Nia H
“Unforgettable Experience”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Awesome journey. The guide is friendly, Knowledgeable and funny. We had lots of fun along the way. Best trip ever! Must try!
- Brixton C.
“Ilkay Was the Nest Guide Ever!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Ilkay was such a riot. Wonderful personality - very attentive and so full of information and great stories. You can tell he loves what he does. The sights were simply amazing and I can’t recommend this tour enough. Thank you Ilkay for giving us such an unforgettable day! Cheers!
- Julia W
“best tour experience”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
amazing trip, scenery is breath taking, our guide Aidan is great as well-friendly, meticulous and well versed in local culture
- Azariah S
“The great ocean road trip”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
This is an amazing and unforgettable trip. the tour guide Adam is great.The weather is nice, and the tour guide is very interesting.
- Lucia Z
“Great trip on the Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
We had a wonderful trip with amazing views of the spectacular coastline and scenery. The coach was comfortable and everything went to plan. Our driver Aidan filled us in with a lot about the history of the area and kept us amused with various anecdotes. Our expectations were fully met.
- Quentin H
“Aidan is the best”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Aidan is the best driver and guide ever!
Happy birthday! We were fortunate to have Aidan to be our guide in our first trip in Melbourne. He’s humorous and intelligent. He shared a lot of stories during the trip which is fantastic.
- Kyleigh G.
“Best day ever!!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Highly recommend this tour to anyone, one of the best days ever! So tranquil and wholesome. We had the best Tour Guides Craig and Barry, made our day full of laughter and fun. Will always be a great memory :)
- Luca B
“Awesome tour! Highly recommended!”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
What a wonderful tour seeing so many beautiful sights along the Great Ocean Road! Misty, our guide, was fun, kind and so thoughtful! Her love of Australia and passion for travel was contagious. The bus was clean and comfortable and had wi-Fi and ports for charging. It was a terrific day! Thank you.
- Josephine H.
“Reverse ocean road”
Travelled 9th May 2024
(5/5)
Our tourguide Janet was a genuinly nice person. Assured us that doing it in reverse was a good way to go. Because of this we didnt have much crowd at most places. She even fit time in for us to watch some kangaroos
- Alaric H
“WAAAAS THE BEST !”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
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WAAAAS THE BEST !
Nov 2024 • Solo
This trip was amazing !!
Chris did a FANTASTIC job of being a tour guide and shared so many interesting facts with us. The tour was fun and he had a great spark of humour to make the ride interesting.
We laughed about flys in Australia and we both swatted them with our jackets on the bus
He also offered and took some nice photos for me
Happy 1 year anniversary Chris
A very memorable day.
- Michelle M
“So many great views packed into one day!”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
So many stunning views! Our driver Steve was hilarious and had everyone cracking up! Definitely recommend this trip for anyone trying to see as much as possible in a short amount of time.
- Alexander C
“0 Outstanding tour along the Gold Coast Road and Twelve Apostle”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Steve stood out, informative and entertaining. We visited some amazing sites which were all very photogenic. This has been one of the best tours we’ve been on during our holiday in Australia. We were able to see some wallabies, kangaroos and emus wondering in the wild.
- Keira Y
“Great views, great crews”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
This was a beautifully timed day trip offering stunning views both on and off the bus, and a nice mix of the coast and forest with a bit of wildlife sprinkled in. Steve was a lovely guide, very welcoming and fun! I hope you’re so lucky to ride with Steve on this trip.
- Johan M
“Gt Ocean rd”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
A stunning trip and the most beautiful coastal views. The ancient forest at Melba gulley was a memory for life.Our Guide Misty was amazing - funny, warm hearted and extremely knowledgeable .
Thank you Ton & Dany
- Clementine W
“Fabulous tour of the Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
The people from the tour operator - Craig, as well as Matthew and Ethan, were very helpful and courteous. The stops for tea in the morning and for viewing koalas and kangaroos were nice too. It was a great experience overall.
- Emerson A
“Great Ocean Road Full Day Trip - Fabulous Nature”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
An exhilarating, adrenaline pumping beautiful trip through Nature and wildlife with our guide Craig( Barry) providing some of the most informative commentaries - history, culture, economy, wildlife and lovely anecdotes. Helpful team of Craig, Mathew and Ethan made our trip most memorable. Tea and coffee were carried with some scrumptuous brownie for us. We spotted Emu, Kangaroo, Koala and a host of birds
We took photos, videos, beautiful memories and a heartful of gratitude back with us! Love, love, love
- Blair S
“Great experience”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
The tour was absolutely wonderful and definitely so because of Craig & Barry. His commentary and driving was excellent. He even loaned my daughter a warm jacket as it was a breezy day. It was paced just right for us and definitely the highlight of my Australian adventure so far.
- Luka W
“Brilliant Time”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were absolutely fab! Commentary all the way, with interesting facts and knowledge. The views are worth it Would highly recommend this tour!!
- Hazel C
“Amazing day in Victoria”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
If you love beautiful landscapes, safe journy and great music, choose this trip with James as a guide. I'll keep Great Ocean Road in my memories, it was just an unforgettable day!
- Armando M
“Perfect!”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Everything was excellent. Plan of the trip, timing, our guide James "Wheels" (who else will sing you Frank Sinatra during the ride?), weather, nature, no snakes ... I can definitely recommend this tour to everyone.
- Leanna G
“A trip well worth doing”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Highly recommend this trip. Steve our driver was excellent, great commentary, very helpful, friendly with a sense of humour. Certainly value for money.
- Kaison S
“Great Ocean Road day tour with Autopia”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(4/5)
Lovely scenery of the 12 apostles and the headland. Craig the tour guide was great and really helped inform the trip with great insight into the local history.
Also lots of stops so you’re not on the bus all the day
- Harlee G
“GOR Tour”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Very enjoyable day. Joe was our guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. Did a great job. The sights and stops were all fantastic
- Cesar T
“Lovely!”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Joe’s was amazing! We saw koalas, kangaroos and drove very safely. Everything was amazing and he was very fun and told us many interesting stories
- Esther H
“Great Ocean Road Day Trip”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Great views of the Apostles and enjoyed the stops on the Great Ocean Road Tour. Tour guide Craig and his pet Barry made the trip fun with history talks .
- Reign P
“Great tour!”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Great trip! A lot to pack into one day. Our tour guide Craig with his buddy Barry were amazing! Views were spectacular and we got to see some wildlife as well.
- Marie G
“Great tour!”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were great tour guides. They kept us safe on the winding, steep drive (bring nausea meds), they had a deep knowledge of history, and they entertained our fun group. Thank you so much for such a perfect & memorable day trip!
- Bender D
“0 Great views, Knowledgeable tour guides”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were great tour guides. They kept us safe on the winding, steep drive (bring nausea meds), they had a deep knowledge of history, and they entertained our fun group. Thank you so much for such a perfect & memorable day trip!
- Lilyana D
“Great Ocean Road Full day trip”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were amazing guides! We enjoyed the views, tunes, and information! We got to see everything along the ocean road and also some wildlife! We spotted Koalas and Wallaby’s :) I hope you get them as your tour guide and drivers!
- Taylor M
“Great Ocean Road day out”
Travelled 22nd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig & Barry were awesome!
Full of knowledge of every town and sight, lots of interesting stories.
They really looked after all of us and made sure we all had a great day.
Highly recommend!
- Kori W
“0 Reverse Great Ocean Road tour worked great for us”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(4/5)
The small group tour is the way to go. Doing it in reverse worked really well because we avoided the large tour buses going the opposite direction.
Our guide Joe is terrific.
Driving is smooth, no sudden stops or dangerous maneuvers.
Joe provided background info regarding the stops and area we drove through.
He gave us sufficient time at each stop to enjoy them.
He didn’t engage in small talk and no dad jokes which allowed us to listed to music while admiring the scenery.
- Lexi O
“Well informed Sightseeing.Gr8 Trip will details”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Had an awesome experience with a gr8 guide Mr .Kiwi.who kept Us well informed and entertained all the way.
COMPANY AND GUIDENESS MAKES A TRIP WORTHWHILE.
Wholesome experience to a trip
- Keanu E
“Fabulous Great Ocean Road day trip!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Really great trip, highly recommend! Chris aka “Kiwi” was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, and looked after us really well all day - lots of fascinating stories were much appreciated!
- Jaylee P
“Ocean road Mr Kiwi is an amazing guide- giving non stop commenta”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great ocean road trip - a must in any Australia discovery trips. Mr Kiwi , our guide was an amazing person. We liked his detailed descriptions of the area
- Erik C
“Ocean road Mr Kiwi is an amazing guide- giving non stop commenta”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great ocean road trip - a must in any Australia discovery trips. Mr Kiwi , our guide was an amazing person. We liked his detailed descriptions of the area
- Erik C
“Awesome trip”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
It was a wonderful trip... Very Comfortable and Enjoyable... Our guide Craig was awesome and made our trip memorable!!
- Sadie G
“If you have time do this tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Got off to a great start as I was first pickup of the day bang on time. After everyone was loaded up we were given the basic itinerary for the day and told how long different sections of the trip would be. We had plenty of time in different locations through the day and Craig the driver/guide (and Barry the platypus) were knowledgeable and engaging all day. We saw two koala at one of our stops and plenty of bird life as well. I was only in Melbourne 3.5 days but glad I spent one of them doing this tour as the scenery was magnificent
- Cesar S
“James made the day on our Great Ocean Road Trip!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great day with James as our guide. He was knowledgeable, entertaining & an excellent driver. We were given plenty of time at each stop & didn’t feel rushed. There were enough bathroom stops & was time for a nap if you wanted one. The lunch was a simple sandwich & piece of fruit. I’m very glad I took the tour.
- Jaycee P
“A wonderful experience visiting amazing tourist destinations in ”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Amazing views, smooth journey, on time schedules, friendly and skillful driver. It was a wonderful experience. We’ll do it again someday…
- Waylon F
“A wonderful experience visiting amazing tourist destinations in ”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Amazing views, smooth journey, on time schedules, friendly and skillful driver. It was a wonderful experience. We’ll do it again someday…
- Waylon F
“Comfortable way to explore the GOR”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We did the reverse tour and enjoyed it to the max. Our tour guide Misty was fantastic. Great driving, knowledgable and funny commentary and overall amazing communication. Thanks!
- Madelynn M
“A must do in Melbourne”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Places we visited are wonderful, the guide is very efficient, friendly with great care for guests. Great service Thank you.
- Wayne W
“Amazing trip and stunning views”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We had an amazing day and seen so much! Craig made the experience excellent sharing all of his knowledge with us. He was really friendly and made the trip 10/10. Would highly recommend this trip especially with Craig!
- Leia G
“Great Day Trip from Melbourne”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
It was a great day seeing all the scenic sights on this tour with our guide, Craig. He was an enthusiastic tour guide with a wealth of info at all the stops and he told a lot of good stories along the way.
- Tyler G
“Perfect day! Full of info and great views”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig was super nice and gave us a lot of information along the way! The tour contemplated the main spots of the Great Ocean Road, perfect for a day tour!
- Jordyn W
“Great trip, great host”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
James was an amazing host and knew lots about the area! Also kept the mood high with his singing. Was great to see all the stops and had a good amount of time for each one. Did not feel rushed along Cheers bro
- Bodhi J
“Fantastic journey”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We loved the experience, our tour guide Chris told us many interesting things about the places we visited and we also spotted koalas !
- Giovanna E
“Great tour, good stops, amazing guide”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great trip with Craig & Barry! The stops were well timed so that you don’t end up waiting around, and yet you have more than enough time to see everything. Did the reverse tour, starting at 12 Apostoles and avoiding the crowds there. Amazing views. Didn’t see any koalas, which was a bummer, but hey, you always take that risk when you want to see them in the wild. Barry was fantastic the entire time, very funny, friendly and helpful. Nice light lunch at the forest. All in all, I had a fantastic day and highly recommend this tour!
- Carl K
“Long day but worth it”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(4/5)
The trio was good but the first coffee stop and the lunch stop were too short. By the time the food was there, you had almost no time to eat. It is a long day so I understand that it’s difficult to make the stops longer in order to do all the stops. Maybe they could advise to take a packed lunch or morning tea.
The guide was really friendly and helpful.
The bus was very uncomfortable and not made for people with longer legs.
- Ruby H
“Joe is the best tour guide!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Joe was an amazing guide today (05/10/24) - he had amazing facts and knowledge. Perfect person highly recommend this tour especially if Joe is your guide for the day
- Korbin D
“Day tour 23 Apostles”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Excellent tour
Tour operator James was an excellent driver and made it a fun day
Visited all the sites and managed to see some koalas
- Estrella H
“Great Ocean Road tour: just go!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The tour is amazing, and guides truly made the difference ;)
It’s all day tour with many stops along the road, they have good suggestions of foods and really well history’s information!
- Hank C
“Fantastic experience from start to finish. Good value for money ”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Fantastic day out from start to finish 22/09/24 The bus was lovely clean and comfortable. Our driver/guide Jordan was brilliant, very professional, started on time and kept the trip moving very punctually all through. He was very informative shared huge knowledge of the areas/tourist sites and animals habitats. We even saw 2 Koalas. We saw lots of aspects of Australia on tour, farm life, sea/coast, seaside towns, rainforests etc We also had small walks, photo opportunities and bathroom stops along the way. Great way to see a lot in 1 day. I would highly recommend this tour.
- Serenity A
“Beautiful Great ocean trip tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We really had a great time, friendly, on time and very knowledgeable tour guide Chris’s-Kiwi- guide made our day tour memorial. Definitely we will book our next tour with this company for our next tour.
- Hudson L
“Great experience!!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great experience with beautiful views! Would recommend to anyone around the Melbourne area, kiwi was a great guide with lots of knowledge about the areas!
- Great experience with beautiful views! Would recommend to an
“Take this tour . You won’t regret”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
This was a great experience and Chris ( our guide - he calls him Kiwi ) went really extra mile by providing charging cables , ponchos and entertaining us with lovely and informative commentary .
I truly enjoyed the day tour and recommend to anyone who wants to learn about Melbourne in a day !
- Atlas Z
“Fun and memorable experience”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Tour was great. Our tour guide Kiwi was very accommodating and informative, very interesting history from those places we visited. It was indeed a fun and memorable experience.
- Sarai M
“Perfect day!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We had an amazing day with Joe, such a great guide! So thank you. Enough time to see everything, take some great pictures and have some fun in between.
- Albert A
“Tour guide of the year”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Chris, kiwi, is an excellent tour guide. He knows the area we'll. Was clear with rules and directions, and times to get back on the bus was excellent.
I will be happy to have Mr. Kiwi again as a tour guide.
Thank you
- Payton E
“Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great and convenient tour. Chanced upon Koalas along the way. Kiwi had a lot of information about all the places along the Great Ocean Road.
- Khalid M
“Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We decided to do the reverse Great Ocean Road tour which was a great way to avoid crowds and do the longest part of the drive at the start. There is a nice variety of scenery and stops. Our tour guide Misty was very knowledgable, had great taste in music and made the day fly by!
Although there is a fair bit of driving the seats were comfortable and the smaller group size meant little waiting time at each stop to depart.
Would highly recommend the tour.
- Sky A
“Amazing trip,amazing tour guide ,good experience”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The scene of the countryside view and the beach is spectacular,the tour guide name Joe is fantastic so friendly always smiling and so helpful,our trip is much meaningful with an amazing tour guide like him.Highly recommend
- Omar G
“A great experience”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The tour was Amazing, from start to finish. Chris (Kiwi) was fantastic and so very knowledgeable, I learnt so much about the Great Ocean Rd and Twelve Apostles. Will definitely use Autopia again both in Melbourne and Interstate.
- Alianna K
“Great experience, highly recommended!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
It was a fantastic tour! I had the privilege to go with Kiwi and he was a great guide. He explained everything with a great energy and tried to keeps us always engage. 100% would recommend this tour
- Salvador Y
“The great ocean road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
A very beautiful trip. With Kiwi as our trip guide it was a very informative trip. Would recommend this trip to everyone .
- Angelina S
“Fantastic great ocean road trip with Graham”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Destination-packed road trip with Graham/Grey. Hit all the greatest hits plus extras - koalas by side of road and kangaroos! Super knowledgeable. Gave bonus tips for best picture/ viewing spots. Friendly, somewhat wry sense of humor. Safe smooth driving despite twisty roads and rain. Long day but totally worth it to see this beautiful part of Australia.
- Creed S
“We stopped at various scenic locations that the tour guide, Chri”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The entire trip we saw beautiful views and landscapes and stopped from the tour bus very often to be able to see the many different sights.
- Korbin D
“Fantastic Great Ocean Road with Guide Kiwi”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Very enthusiastic full packed infos during excursion. We saw all important spots, had several stops during th whole day and enjoyed climatized full wifi bus tour. Very recommandable.
- Estrella H
“Highly recommend”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Lovely experience! Craig (and Barry) were attentive guides, friendly and added a nice bit of colour to the trip with all the stories about the areas we visited. The trip included lots of varied sites and I’d highly recommend it. We initially thought about renting a car and doing the trip on our own, but glad we didn’t. Big thank you, Craig
- Hank C
“Highly recommend”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Lovely experience! Craig (and Barry) were attentive guides, friendly and added a nice bit of colour to the trip with all the stories about the areas we visited. The trip included lots of varied sites and I’d highly recommend it. We initially thought about renting a car and doing the trip on our own, but glad we didn’t. Big thank you, Craig
- Serenity A
“Highly recommend”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Lovely experience! Craig (and Barry) were attentive guides, friendly and added a nice bit of colour to the trip with all the stories about the areas we visited. The trip included lots of varied sites and I’d highly recommend it. We initially thought about renting a car and doing the trip on our own, but glad we didn’t. Big thank you, Craig
- Serenity A
“Wild and amazing experience”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(4/5)
The views are amazing and magnificent. The guide Craig is kind and caring of our needs. The tour bus is comfortable. A wild and valuable experience in Melbourne !
- Heidi N
“Tiring day but so beautiful and worth it”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The views were amazing definitely worth it! Our tour guide Chris(Kiwi) had a very good sense of humour and a vast amount of knowledge on the locations. He even added in some unofficial stops as we had enough time
- Atlas Z
“Go with Autopia Tours for Great Ocean Road trip”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
The whole trip was well planned. Chris P aka Kiwi was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. His driving skills were superb as none of his passengers suffered from motion sickness. Highly recommended for anyone who is thinking of conquering the GOR!
- Sarai M
“Amazing tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Joe was just an absolutely amazing host to us. The tours conducted were as planned. Highly recommended………………………………..
- Albert A
“Memorable visit to Great Ocean Drive”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Excellent and friendly service the trip was indeed
Memorable and very carefully curated to ensure
It covers all the elements and places worth visiting
- Khalid E
“Great views!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were great tour guides. Memoriable information and history with a kind heart. Lots of stops and well paced timing. The bus was clean, had working wifi and power at every seat.
- Sky V
“Great ocean road reverse tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
We did the reverse tour. I would suggest that the reverse tour should only be done in summer because the drive along the ocean road was mostly in the dark, so not seen, which was a pity.
Our guide was Kiwi Chris and his knowledge of the area and its history is incredible. His commentary was informative and witty throughout the tour.
We did the tour on my birthday and Kiwi Chris shouted us morning tea, which was a very nice bonus.
We chose to do the optional helicopter tour of the 12 Apostles and it was well worthwhile and the best part of the day.
Only one little negative: sandwiches and fruit for lunch were not accompanied by anything to drink and there was no water or liquid of any kind available to have with the sandwich.
- Omar G
“Great time in the Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Our guide & driver, Chris P (Kiwi) was amazing and such a knowledgeable person! He told us so much about the history of Melbourne, the history of the Shipwreck Coast and the local fauna of Victoria. He even brought us to find koala bears nesting in the trees above the road.
He kept the whole group running like a tightly run ship and we managed to stay ahead of the crowds and he even squeezed in some extra attractions. Excellent guide overall.
- Alianna K
“Great day trip on the great Ocean road, thanks to Kiwi above all”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Great tour, very comprehensive with clear and funny explanations from Kiwi. I recommend it to anyone who wants to discover the great ocean road.
- Salvador Y
“Great way to spend a day”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Kiwi was wonderful, friendly, and very knowledgeable. It was a breathtaking experience, truly one of a kind. A great way to take in stunning sights whilst also relaxing and recharging. Might be my favorite experience in AU.
- Stein C
“Do it!”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig and Barry were phenomenal tour guides! There was a few unavoidable hiccups on out tour and Craig handled everything like a pro and kept his cool. We were in good and knowledgable hands. The sights themselves were great too. Highly recommend!
- Creed S
“Great tour”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Craig & Barry the tour guides are some of the best guides I had. Friendly, knowledgeable people. Great tour! Everyone loved it.
- Mercy N
“Trip to 12 Apostles- guide kiwi”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
It was an awesome trip and thanks to kiwi for taking good care of us and giving us history and lot of information about the places
- Tru R
“Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Our tour was perfect. Our family of 4, 2 adults and 2 teens, had originally signed up for the reverse GOR tour but there wasn’t enough people who signed up so we were put in the regular GOR tour. And it turned out great!
Aiden, our guide, was really thorough and clear. The fact that he was funny was a definite plus too! He had very good knowledge of the route, Melbourne history, stories of the places we were to visit and it made everything so much more fascinating. I have been on the GOR before but felt like I was going again for the first time because there was so much back story to each place. Aiden was also sensitive to the needs of the group, careful about safety but very flexible and non-intrusive with the way each person chose to enjoy their tours. With guests who loved to engage, he was very engaging with them, so it was a wonderful road trip for everyone.
- Matilda G
“Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Our tour was perfect. Our family of 4, 2 adults and 2 teens, had originally signed up for the reverse GOR tour but there wasn’t enough people who signed up so we were put in the regular GOR tour. And it turned out great!
Aiden, our guide, was really thorough and clear. The fact that he was funny was a definite plus too! He had very good knowledge of the route, Melbourne history, stories of the places we were to visit and it made everything so much more fascinating. I have been on the GOR before but felt like I was going again for the first time because there was so much back story to each place. Aiden was also sensitive to the needs of the group, careful about safety but very flexible and non-intrusive with the way each person chose to enjoy their tours. With guests who loved to engage, he was very engaging with them, so it was a wonderful road trip for everyone.
- Matilda G
“Brilliant Tour of The Great Ocean Road”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
This was the greatest tour I have been on thus far. It was really great to be able to take in the scenery of 'The Great Ocean Road' without having to focus on the road.
We stopped at 'Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery' which was an unexpected stop, but quite an enjoyable surprise. I definitely recommend trying out a shot of melted chocolate for $1.50!
As the tour progressed our amazing tour guide Graham (or Gray Gray) kept us entertained and informed about different things - sharing his specific knowledge too.
The benefit of tours like this is that you get to see and experience things you otherwise would have overlooked exploring these places yourself. They give you a good taste, and now I would quite like to drive it myself at some point in the future.
The highlight for me, without a doubt was 'The Twelve Apostles' - what a breathtaking view, especially as the sun begins to set.
The whole tour was a delight, and I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone!
- Nicholas R
“Got to see so much in one day.”
Travelled 23rd November 2024
(5/5)
Beautiful day awesome views. Chris "Kiwi" is a great guide constantly giving historical and interesting background about where we are. His history of the construction of the Great Ocean Road was especially enlightening.
Highly recommended tour - so much on one (very) long day. The "reverse" tour is definitely the way to go.
- Emmie G
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Fantastic trip! Tour was at an excellent pace with plenty of time to take in all the sights.
Steve was a brilliant host, knowledgeable, friendly and full of good humour.
Great lunch and a comfy bus. Highly recommend.
- Jayrichka A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great day out at the great ocean road. Ethan our tour guide was great/funny and made the tour enjoyable. Would recommend
- Allex G
“Great day trip!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Very good, very funny, very knowledgeable guide, Ethan.
It was worth the price. Not too tiring, but visited all important places. Just right.
- Athiena Marie
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Such a wonderful experience to see great ocean road. All the tourists are so friendly and the guides absolutely perfect. It’s worth the price. We can also see a tiny kangaroo and sleeping koala. I highly recommend to spend time with autopia tour.
- Nathan M
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Such a wonderful experience to see great ocean road. All the tourists are so friendly and the guides absolutely perfect. It’s worth the price. We can also see a tiny kangaroo and sleeping koala. I highly recommend to spend time with autopia tour.
- Alexandra M
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Excellent tour. Lauren was fantastic, very helpful, knowledgeable and attentive to everyone's needs. Would definitely recommend.
- Maricar A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Did the Reverse Tour
So many suprises along the way. Rivers, galleys, ocean- sea views, mountains, farms, forests. Farm and native animals in there habitats. Great old architecture and new. Plenty of stops along the way. Craig our tour guide was so informative on Australian history. One great story teller also. Safety was also a priority on the tour. And all guests were looked after very well. Highly recommend the trip.
- Katarina A
“incredible experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A fabulous day out - Matthew was an incredible tour guide, great communication and made it enjoyable for everyone. Highly recommend
- Sabrina A
“Fantastic Tour”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great day with bus driver Kiwi really looked after me did the scenic helicopter ride absolutely the best. Kiwi made sure I was organised and looked after all my belongi gs. The snacks and lunch was very delicious lots of time for site seeing and gave us so much information..amazing day I said I suffered from travel sickness and I sat up the front was a lot better...great day we all had.
- Aiden A
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Amazing trip, had an anwesome experience with the guide, Guy Kiwi! He was incredibly kind and took the time to introduce each place in great detail, making the journey both enjoyable and informative. His knowledge and friendly attitude truly enhanced the trip. Highly recommended!
- Mae Ann G
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
was amazing would %100 do it again Chris provided amazing information, and I loved every piece of knowledge he shared 'thanks Chris'
- Conrad D
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
We really enjoyed the experience. The route is very worthwhile, the views and sites it includes are unique. The experience improves with a good guide, in our case Ethan. Lively, friendly and good singer. Enjoyable explanations full of anecdotes.
- Dandarell A
“Great experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great tour with Ethan - action packed day and Ethan made the day fun and lots of great stories along the way, would highly recommend.
- Andrew A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Very well packaged tour....saw many wonderful places...4 of us friends had a time of our lives. JOE is a great guy to travel with.
Cheers
- Christine A
“Great tour”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Joe was a great guide! Shipwreck Gorge was my favorite part of the day. The sounds of the waves crashing on the cliffs were just amazing.
- Ambrielle A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James ‘Wheels’ made the day a lot of fun. His humor and interesting facts, and his great music made the long rides between sites go much faster.
- Juno P
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great trip, full day with a great tour guide. Amazing places visited along the way. Would recommend if you have a day to dedicate
- Xeon Aldric A
“Amazing tour with the best guide!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Superb tour, Steve the super friendly guide, very attentive to our needs and explaining super well everything we saw,
I definitely recommend it,
If I have to do another tour, I'll do it with Autopia and Steve.
Thanks Steve.
- Xylene B
“Great experience and Great Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James “Wheels” was awesome . It was a long and amazing day. He did not disappoint! He even sang to us. Great lunch.and coffee break was a plus. He was very entertaining which made the long day felt short. I will definitely recommend this tour with Wild life Tours
- Jarred M
“Amazing Tour and Great Guide!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James was a great tour guide, giving us history, facts and entertainment. We were not expecting to see wild koalas, kangaroos and even dolphins, the views were breathtaking and James did a great job of stopping us off at the best lookouts. We even got a bit of singing from him
- Barbara A
“Fantastic Tour with incredible guide!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James is the best guide, all the time he comments relevant information, he is very pleasant and patient. I would really recommend this tour and with James
- Amanda S
“Amazing Tour And incredible experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
We did the reverse tour with Kiwi. Stunning scenery and Twelve Apostles was not too crowded. Excellent informative commentary! Stops were well timed and placed and we saw the wild koalas and kangaroos. Lunch was simple but tasty. Highly recommend - everything we wanted.
- Kylene W
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Kiwi was courteous and informative knowledgeable and most of all friendly
And felt very safe with his driving on Great ocean Rd
- Kianna A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Peter did a fantastic job as our tour guide/driver. He has a wealth of knowledge of the area and the history behind it. It was a fun-filled and exciting day with lots to see. I highly recommend this trip for anyone looking to explore outside of the city.
- Jamiela A
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(4/5)
The views were lovely and the guide (Kiwi) was very informative. It was a relaxing getaway with a lot of things to explore.
- Liam Anderson
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Our guide, Kiwi, is very knowledgeable and friendly. He shares a lot of related history about the 12 Apostles, Apollo Bay, and the tree species found in the national park. This experience is very rewarding.
- Alexia P.
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Overall the tour was good and proper guidance given by our guide Kiwi.
He was explaining all the important highlights throughout the journey. Good job
- Kennedy S
“ Helen B 1 contribution 0 Stunning informative reverse Great ”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Full day of sightseeing with all the highlights and plenty of stops to get out and stretch your legs. Ethan was extremely entertaining, friendly, and knowledgeable.
If you want to take a break from the city and see the beautiful Australian coast and country side this is the perfect tour for you!
- Andrea B
“Fantastic Tour and Great Experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Our guide was Ethan, he was a very cool guide, his way of telling stories and informing the group about labdmarks and history is entertaining and fun, he is a very good and cautious driver, made more than enough stops for bathroom breaks and the stops in the landmarks where adequate in time. The bus is clean and comfy, the AC works very well. Overall a great tour, with beautiful views, interesting stories and great attention to details :) Would recommend
- Mae Ry A
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It was a Perfect trip, lovely time and an amazing guide Ethan ! Thank you, mate, to make our journey interesting and enjoyable.
- Atasha R
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
I would highly recommend this day out to the Great Ocean Road. It’s a long day but Pete the host was absolutely amazing.
Kangaroo spotting, Koala searching, Emu following he delivered 100%.
Tim Tams and coffee were the perfect treat.
The knowledge he shared was factual and interesting, a positive bonus was his helpfulness in getting drinks, snacks and food.
A whole heap of fun
- Belena A
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great day, everything went smoothly. Fantastic sights, stunning scenery. Our driver James "wheels" efficient, polite and very well informed and helpful.
- Mary Jane A
“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The Great Ocean Road tour from Autopia is spectacular! Full of amazing places that take us from the past to the present of Australia.
James “Wheels” was the best guide he could have had on the Great Ocean Road tour with Autopia Tours.
In addition to being fun and careful, there are a number of curiosities that will give us along the way, making everything more interesting. In addition, there is a great musical choice that makes us company, on this trip through beautiful places of Australia.
- Sandra R
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Tour guide was informative, knowledgeable, friendly and polite. A lot to see but would’ve liked more time over lunch. The view of the sea from the coach during the drive was relaxing and I enjoyed looking out for the Kangaroos.
- Anderea D
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Joe was a really good guide and more than that he is a great person with smile on face every time. I was a really great experience and we are really glad that we got Joe as our guide
- Amy O
“Great day trip and Great tour guide!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great day trip with local guide James, Friendly and funny. Group was well taken off. Snacks and sandwich provided. Beautiful great ocean road day trip.
- Ami Bapris
“Great Experience!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
All perfect - I appreciated it all. The morning pick up bu guide Kiwi was super friendly and the ideal motivation for a great day. Super good that we had the option of the inverse tour so that not too much people where there. Service super, all topics super. I am very happy
- Anne Marie F
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Fabulous tour!
We are just returning from a truly amazing experience with our guide Misty and driver Ben. This is a reverse tour to the 12 apostles site, a definite plus as we got there before the coastal tours, earlier in the day so the weather was just perfect as well and we had the place to ourselves. We added a helicopter ride to our tour and this was just great!
On our way to the 12 apostles we discovered the rural side of Victoria while traveling on the highway and then on country roads, which we loved. Our day trip included walks to beautiful viewpoints along the ocean, along a trail in the rainforest and on a beach. We had a koala in the wild stop and Misty kindly and expertly spotted three koalas for us. Very exciting experiences!
Did I mention we also had a chance to try Australian breakfast goodies at our breakfast stop in Colac, enjoyed a light lunch of sandwiches and fruit later and topped this with an afternoon ice cream stop at award winning Dolley’s in Apollo too!
All of this with super informative commentary and humor from Misty, a young woman so wonderful it pinches our heart to leave her… my husband and I can’t recommend this tour enough. This has been a memorable and fantastic experience we will remember for a very long time to come!
- Annetricia A
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great tour with lots of stops along the way. 12 Apostles viewing areas were fantastic. Our driver Kiwi was informative and entertaining. He worked hard to help us see as much wildlife and trail walks as possible.
- Kassandra A
“Great experience”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Top organized. Driver and tour guide "KIWI" was great
Knew a lot to tell.
It was a nice trip.
Koalas and rainforest seen
- Susan P
“Great tour, guide and day”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Lots of good information, great sense of humor. Flexible with time. Drives well. Stopped to see various animals along the roadway. Long day but we'll worth it.
- Jenny B
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great trip. Steve was very informative, courteous & kind. A wonderful sense of humor. Would be happy to do any trip with Steve
- Red P
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The tour was great …. Got to see a lot in one day. Chris “Kiwi” was super knowledgeable and was very considerate of his passengers. I would definitely recommend it … be prepared though it’s definitely a 12-13 hour tour but the bus was comfortable so that made it enjoyable.
- Aeron P
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A trip of a lifetime around the Great Coast Road. Peter our guide was a great host, entertaining us with tales and knowledge of this part of the coast. On the way we saw spectacular beaches and epic landscapes. A must see
- Morriss K
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Comfortable trip, nice experience and excellent care from guide Chris.
The landscapes are beautiful, lots of nature and natural beauties.
- Kyle A
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The trip was amazing, and the weather made it even better! James was a brilliant tour guide with lots of knowledge and offered a personal touch of singing throughout the tour! Would recommend!
- Ella Christine A
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A lovely, all-encompassing tour that covered the highlights of the Great Ocean Road! In addition to the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, we also did a lovely rainforest walk and stopped to see koalas in a canopy of eucalyptus trees. Our guide, James, gave tons of interesting information, did participatory trivia questions, and had an awesome playlist along with occasional impromptu singing :) a great day!
- Christy B
“Extraordinary day!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Stunning views and what an amazing driver we had! James (wheels), couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide, he was so much fun and full of knowledge! great day out i highly recommend
- May Mitchel A
“Great Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
I had a great experience with autopia tours. James (our tour guide) was friendly, funny and knowledgeable. He made the tour fun and engaging. Highly recommend!
- Clein Mary D
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A wonderful tour visiting many scenic sites along the Great Ocean Road. Made even more interesting and entertaining by James, aka Wheels, who entertained, joked, sang, and explained throughout the trip.
- Mary Anne Camille R
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James is the best tour guide he was so excellent explaining everything I will recommend he was best he was so good. Make sure everything is okay.
- Mitchel W
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Went on a tour with Matt and he looked after everyone so well. Great at getting the whole group integrated and made everyone feel very comfortable, all before taking us to see some of the best sights we’ve ever seen. Incredible rock formations, beaches and wildlife. Would highly recommend.
- Rand D
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Matt has been a wonderful guide. He added personal insight that came from the heart and was never rushed. Would definitely recommend his tour!
- Ezekiel A
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
James, our driver and guide was entertaining, engaging, and really cared about his guests having a great experience. I would recommend this tour and especially James.
- Charrelle M
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Amazing Great Ocean Road tour today with Misty as our guide! We saw all the amazing spots and the sun came out for us at the end. Misty was amazing telling me all the best spots to take photos of the Great Ocean Road! Would definitely recommend Autopia, lunch was great and we stopped for the best ice cream too!
- Marielle A
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Had a wonderful trip! Very relaxing but my recommendation is having more time for lunch at Apollo Bay and less time at small parks.
- Rommel A
“Great experience and Great Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
We had a good day out, enjoyable. There was lovely scenery. Looking forward to our next trip.
Finbar, Emily, Alison, Claire, Martin and Ber.
- Elai A
“Great day trip and incredible experiance!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
As our first time in Australia on our honeymoon, this day was incredible. Our guide, Cory, made the experience unforgettable for me and my new husband. He was safe, fun, and so knowledgeable about the history of Melbourne and places we traveled to this day. We appreciate his kindness and hospitality. I highly recommend this tour with Cory!
- Levi A
“It’s was a great day as expected more than I expect!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It was great our guide was wheels ( nickname ) nothing to say except having a good time with the small group, it definitely worth it
- Marina F
“Beautiful destination, superb guide”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
very nice and wonderful accompanist.Important places illustrated with expertise and attention.kindness and professionalism in accompanying the group on a tour of 1 day only , but very intense and challenging
- Maya F
“Great day trip incredible tour ”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great day trip outside of Melbourne with Peter as our tour guide. He was great! Loves his Tim Tams and very engaging and knowledgeable. He definitely is 5 star and made the trip more enjoyable! The trip was spectacular and beautiful with all the ocean scenery. Definitely a trip worth taking. Thanks Peter for a great day!
- may anne
“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The views were amazing and our tour guide, Matt was excellent. A fabulous day filled with interesting information and beautiful stops. Matt was a wonderful driver (I’m often a nervous passenger - not today), wonderfully professional, kind and considerate of everyone’s needs.
Highly recommend.
- Hazeron P
“Great experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
An amazing experience! All thanks to our tour guide Matthew who was really helpful and great with everything! Definitely recommend all
- May Clein A
“incredible experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
I’ve done this 4 times. I earned ri for it with my kids. Misty wax exceptional, fun and knowledgeable.
She kept us entertained and on track. I really liked her insights.
The place is of course spectacular and a must do
- Angel P
“Full day with a great guide”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Kiwi was an excellent guide, you could tell he loved what he does and wanted to make sure everyone had a fun trip. Lots of interesting historical knowledge of the region and fun facts about the plant and animal life. The tour covered a lot of ground, and I recommend doing the reverse direction tour if offered, helped to avoid the crowds.
- Kenneth A
“Great experience”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A pleasant trip with a very good driver and assistant, Craig and Barry. A little ugly weather at the start, but it got better. I saw both Kenguru and Emu along the way. All stops met expectations.
- Neil A
“Pleasant and Great Experience ”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(4/5)
Nice exit, we saw the 12 apostles, a very nice place!! Long time in the collective, but it was nice to perform
- Maria denisse
“Great experience and Great Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Fabulous day trip with our excellent driver and guide Steve. Despite the trip being a long day, the itinerary was well thought out and Steve made it interesting and funny every step of the way. Steve made it all about the guest making us feel comfortable and in safe hands and the 12 apostles did not disappoint! What an amazing experience. This tour was the best value, beautiful bus and great company.
- Senty A
“The BEST trip ever”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The tour was amazing . Our driver was informative and an excellent driver. I would recommend this tour to anyone one hundred percent. Great sense of humour to boot!
- Patty G
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It was a great day out on the Great Ocean Road. Matt is a fantastic guide with lots of knowledge and experience. It was interesting to hear the history and all the stories happened on this beautiful stretch of land and ocean. I would highly recommend the tour and our guide!
- May G
“THE BEST DAY EVER”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
WOW what an amazing day. Our tour guide Corey was amazing his knowledge and info provided was very interesting. He was only happy to assist with anything he could.
- Xenalyn MItchel A
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Cory was a fantastic guide! He was very attentive, knowledgeable, funny, and took the time to get to know us. He made our last day in Australia so memorable!
- Mary Apple
“incredible experience ! and Great day!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The views were absolutely on point! Great experience and even thought it is a full day it didn’t feel tiring, we had many stops on the way and Ethan was a great tour leader. For someone who is not interested in history I’ve learned a lot and interesting facts about the Great Ocean Road and Australia!
- Percy A
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The views of the Twelve Apostles and the shipwreck walk were amazing! Thanks to Ethan, our tour guide, for this wonderful experience! He enlighted us on many facts regarding the Great Ocean Road.
- Benny H
“BEST DAY EVER”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
A fun day with some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Steve, our guide and driver, kept us all entertained and made sure it was a day to remember. It’s definitely a long drive from Melbourne but worth it.
- Susette V
“incredible experience ! and Great day!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It's a highly recommended nature-based experience of Australia. I'd do a longer one of the same given another opportunity. Steve was a lively guide with lots of stories to share about the places that were part of the tour.
- Anthony A
“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Ethan is fantastic. Knowledgeable, funny, welcoming.
Would recommend him any day.
Safe driver.
Small group, clean bus & comfortable
Thank you Ethan
Gill & Jeff , Central Coast NSW and Val & Ray Pooley UK
- Pamela D
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Steve is a great tour guide. He shares a lot of anecdotes and useful information about the destination. He makes the long journey enjoyable that you forget it’s about 12 hours. Thank you Steve. You rock!
- Ned W
“No words!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Fantastic bus ride. Seen a lot. Steve the bus driver told a lot about the area. The 12 apostles were wonderful.
- Marla A
“Great Experience!!!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
I like the trip overall. Ethan was very puncture and informative. He managed to bring us to all tourist attractions on the way. I also loved listening a bit of the site's backgrounds from him too.
- Neil Samson G
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Wow, we saw so much and our tour guide Cory was brilliant and so knowledgeable!
He made the experience so much better!
We even were there on the pier to pub challenge which was so lucky!
- Amber A
“One of the best tours I ever had”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It was a great day on the reverse Ocean Road Tour with our driver and guide Matt!
We had a wonderful day with amazing landscapes and scenery!
Matt tried to answer all of our questions we had.
Lunch was a freshly prepared sandwich and a muffin.
If you want more, there is another stop at Apollo Bay where you can buy your own lunch later in the day.
We were very lucky to have a lot of places all to ourselves which was great!
The rainforest walk is amazing!
I am highly recommending the tour!
- Andy H
“Perfect tour ”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Craig and his sidekick Barry the Platypus were a pleasure! Informative, with a genuine interest in the history he was sharing. Always friendly and available for questions, or just chatting. Craig was interested in the people on his tour, engaging them to learn who they were. It makes for a meaningful experience beyond just a bus tour. A big thanks to Craig ( and Barry !) for a special day!
- Apple May D
“Worth going on this day long excursion. And a guide makes a grea”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
It was a good day, the guide Matthew was excellent. He connected with each person on the trip. Gave a lot of information. The place is beautiful.
- Samantha D
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The guide was great. Very attentive and animated. The place is beautiful, but the trip is a little tired. But I recommend to know this amazing place
- Kenny j
“incredible experience ! and Great day!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The whole trip was just fantastic. Our driver James has been an amazing tour guide with a deep knowledge of everything we visited.
- Anne benedicta A
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Very well organized trip, with lots of road but enough breaks.
Ethan , our guide was super, very friendly, funny and also very professional.
Very nice experience
- Keplany S
“AMAZING INCREDIBLE DAY ”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The views were good..the driver and guide, Eathon was very informative and witty...he made the tour and journey fun.
- Danica D
“Amazing Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The tour was amazing. The places were very beautiful. Janet was an awesome guide.I highly recommend this tour to others.
- Raquel G
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Janet’s energy was fantastic. She was knowledgeable and friendly.
We loved all the amazing sites and walks.
Bring water and snacks in case you get peckish!
Overall, a wonderful experience!!
- Jericho A
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Aidan was a great tour guide! Had great stories and shared a lot of his personal experiences. Wouldn’t have wanted anyone else.
- Kramer S
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Really great tour if you’re looking for a whistle-stop, trip that only takes up one day. Lots of sights to see and photo opportunities. Ethan our tour guide was super friendly, chatty and informative; he even made sure we got to see some wildlife as well! He really went above and beyond.
- Mary Jane Castillo A
“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
The tour with Janet was great! We had a great time all day long with very nice explanations of all the sites we visited! I reccomend a lot!
- Mccoy Jena B.
“Great day trip”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Great tour with lots of sightseeing, took loads of photos J-Dawg is an amazing 5 stars guide, cheerful and knowledgeable.
- Ryleigh peny Mc.
“incredible experience !”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Out if this world views which were enhanced by our guide J-Dawg. She, in my opinion is one of the most cheerful guide we had so far on the tours we did in Brisbane, Sydney and here melbourne
- Ryleigh Mary jean Mc.
“Fantastic Tour!”
Travelled 22nd April 2025
(5/5)
Everything is perfect. Hotel pick-up on time. Nice driver. A quick way to get to know and see a bit of this part of Australia
- Mekaela F
