Great Ocean Road · Australia's legendary coast tour

The Great Ocean Road is known as one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world. It winds through pristine beaches, cliffs, tropical rainforests and charming towns, like a flowing landscape painting. For countless travel enthusiasts, this road is a legendary destination on the bucket list.

This nearly 300-kilometer coastal road, located west of Melbourne, stretches from Torquay to Allansford and is one of the most representative self-driving routes in Australia. What's more touching is that it not only has beautiful scenery, but also carries a profound cultural history - the Great Ocean Road was built to commemorate the soldiers of World War I. More than 3,000 veterans participated in its construction. Construction began in 1919 and the entire line was completed in 1932.

Along the way, the scenery is dazzling: tranquil bays, surfing paradises, pristine rainforests, steep cliffs, mysterious caves, and diverse wildlife along the coast. The most famous landmark is the Twelve Apostles - those natural limestone pillars isolated in the South Pacific, carved by sea wind and waves to form a natural wonder like a supernatural work.

This coastline is also known as "Australia's most legendary coast". The monsoon from the Antarctic Circle blows all year round, rolling up huge waves and beating the limestone coast, shaping spectacular coastal sculptures. Standing on the top of the cliff, you can hear the roar of the waves like a symphony, and see a dreamlike picture of mist in front of you, as if you are between heaven and earth.

Trip Details

DAY 1｜Melbourne → Lorne → Apollo Bay

Departure time: 09:00

Start your Great Ocean Road journey, heading west along the picturesque coastline from Melbourne, and experience the charm of sunshine, beaches and cultural towns.

• Geelong Painted Bollards (optional)
  Take photos at Geelong's waterfront landmark, where vivid puppet statues tell the history of Victoria's coast

• Great Ocean Road Chocolate and Ice Cream Factory (optional)
  → Suitable for family stay, experience chocolate handmade and local desserts

• Anglesey town (stay for about 15 minutes)
  → Quickly replenish or take a break and enjoy the tranquil coastal scenery

 

• Split Point Lighthouse (stay for about 60 minutes)
  → Great Ocean Road's iconic lighthouse, climb to the top and overlook the South Pacific

 

 

 

• Great Ocean Road Arch Plaque (stay for about 20 minutes)
  → The symbol of the Great Ocean Road, commemorating the history of the veterans of World War I who built this road

 

• Lorne ( stay for about 90 minutes)
  → A coastal town with a strong holiday atmosphere, where you can enjoy lunch, stroll along the beach or explore the forest waterfalls
  → Lunch recommendation: Mexican restaurant, seafood tavern or specialty burger shop

 

• Feed wild parrots + look for wild koalas (stay for about 30 minutes)
  → Interact with colorful parrots in the Kennett River area, and if you are lucky you may see lazy koalas

 

 

• Apollo Bay Lookout (stay for about 60 minutes)
  → Overlooking the entire Apollo Bay before arriving at the accommodation for the day and taking photos

 

 

 

DAY 2 Apollo Bay - Otway National Park - Port Campbell National Park

Departure time: 10:00

Cross the Aotway Rainforest National Park and head west along the coastline to reach the visual climax of the Great Ocean Road.

 

• Cape Otway Lighthouse (optional)
  → Victoria's oldest lighthouse, overlooking the Southern Ocean and learning about maritime history

• Otway Fly Treetop Walk (optional)
  → Hike through the towering rainforest, experience the high-altitude suspension bridge and breathe in nature

• Gibson Steps ( optional )
  → Walk along the cliff wooden ladder to the beach and look up at the huge rocks in the sea from a close distance

 

 

• The Twelve Apostles (stay for about 90 minutes)
  → The most famous landmark of the Great Ocean Road, with magnificent stone pillars standing above the South Pacific

 

 

• Caves Loch Ard Gorge (optional )
  → Known as the " Valley of Heartbreak in the South Pacific " , the legend of shipwrecks and the blue-green bay are intertwined

 

 

• The Arch (optional )
  → The sea erosion arch has a unique shape, and the waves hitting it are like a frozen picture

 

• London Bridge ( optional )
  → The collapsed bridge has a strange shape and is full of historical sense

The fee includes: 10 hours of car use per day, professional driver-guide, tips, driver-guide meal allowance

The fee does not include: tickets, accommodation, driver and guide accommodation allowance