Great Ocean Road and Grampians 2 Day Short Break Escape from Melbourne

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join our 'Coastlines and Culture' tour and experience the rugged shipwreck coast of the Great Ocean Road and the Grampians National Park's mountain landscapes of significant indigenous culture. Journey along the Great Ocean Road enjoying clifftop views, encounter wild Koalas, explore quaint coastal townships and walk through an ancient rainforest. The journey continues to the awe inspiring 12 Apostles and the Shipwreck Coast of the Great Ocean Road. Explore Loch Ard Gorge and the 12 Apostles. Spend tonight deep within the land of mountains and waterfalls; the Grampians National Park. In the morning you will explore the highlights and experience the culture of the Grampians before returning to Melbourne.

What's Included

Air-conditioned mini-coach travel, small group travel experience
1 Night basic shared dormitory hostel accommodation (Halls Gap)
Roundtrip transportation to and from Melbourne
Australian wildlife viewing, in the wild!
Breakfast
Expert driver guide, with live tour commentary spoken in English
All national park entrance fees
Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our default pickup location for this tour will be Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne @ 7:35am. If you wish to change your pickup location, please contact our reservations team on +61 39393 1300.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Melbourne to Great Ocean Road

    10 stops
  • 1
    Melbourne

    Get ready—our adventure begins soon! The bus is on its way, so grab your gear, feel the excitement, and let's hit the road! Embark on a 2 Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour and enjoy incredible the Great Ocean Road, the 12 Apostles and Grampians National Park.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Anglesea

    Enjoy our first stop with a beach walk and get some sand between your toes.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Grab a photo under the historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, to celebrate the start of an amazing unforgettable two trip.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Pass through a number of surf coast beaches, seaside towns and stunning ocean views.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Spot wild Koalas, Kookaburras, Parrots and Lorikeets along the Great Ocean Road.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Stretch your legs with a guided bushwalk through an ancient rainforest, nestled in the Great Otway National Park.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The Twelve Apostles

    Enjoy the magnificent views from the Twelve Apostles Lookout, where nature’s raw power and timeless beauty come together in one of Australia’s most iconic coastal vistas. Great photo opportunity.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Loch Ard Gorge

    Explore the shipwreck coast and beauty of Loch Ard Gorge.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 9

    We drive into the early evening arriving at our cosy accommodation in Halls Gap.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Great Ocean Road

    Embark on an unforgettable journey along the legendary Great Ocean Road — one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. Stretching over 240 kilometres of breathtaking coastline in Victoria, Australia, this iconic route winds past rugged cliffs, pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and charming seaside towns.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Grampians National Park to Melbourne

    7 stops
  • 11

    Wake up to see the amazing views and kangaroos! Grampians National Park, one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations is an area rich in Aboriginal culture set in a beautiful and rugged ancient landscape.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 12

    Embark on a walk in the National Park and take in some of the breath-taking views at Boroka and Reed’s Lookouts. 

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 13

    Visit the heart of the Grampians, with cute country town shops and cafes to purpose lunch from before we head off the MacKenzie Falls.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14

    Next, make your way to the breathtaking MacKenzie Falls (or the serene Silverband Falls), where a scenic hike leads you deep into the heart of the Grampians to witness one of the region’s most captivating natural wonders. Feel the cool mist on your skin as you approach MacKenzie Falls, where powerful torrents of water cascade year-round over towering cliffs into a deep, rocky gorge — a truly awe-inspiring sight that showcases nature’s force and beauty.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 15

    Soak up the clean country air and walk an Australia bush track to experience spectacular views across regional Victoria.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 16

    Discover the natural splendour and cultural richness of Grampians National Park (Gariwerd), a spectacular wilderness in western Victoria renowned for its rugged mountain ranges, dramatic sandstone cliffs, and ancient Aboriginal heritage.

    Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Melbourne

    As we roll back to your pick-up point, sit back, relax, and relive the magic of the day—full of epic sights, laughs, and unforgettable moments After an amazing 2 days exploring the rugged coastline and mountain ranges, we make our way back to Melbourne arriving into the city at approx. 5:30pm.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The fare price basic dormitory style only applies to Adults 18+ and over. Not suitable for infants or children 17 years old and under.
  • Accommodation upgrades are not available online and must be booked directly with the tour operator.
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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