About this tour
A 12–13 hour private drive along Australia's Great Ocean Road, timed to catch sunset at the 12 Apostles. You'll travel 240 kilometres through rainforest, coastal towns, and the Shipwreck Coast, spotting native wildlife and hearing local history from your guide. The route is fully customisable — stop where you want, when you want — and morning or afternoon tea is included; lunch is separate and chosen by you.
Highlights
- Sunset viewing at the 12 Apostles rock formations with colour-changing sky
- 240 kilometres of coastal scenery, rainforest and wild coastline in one day
- Wildlife spotting: koalas, kangaroos, native birds along the route
- Private vehicle with air conditioning and dedicated guide throughout
- Pass through Torquay, Lorne, Apollo Bay and explore Loch Ard Gorge, Gibson Steps
- Fully customisable itinerary — stop and explore at your own pace
- Complimentary tea and water; lunch options available at your choice
What to expect
You'll be picked up and driven west along the Great Ocean Road in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide shares the region's history, shipwreck tales and local knowledge as you pass through seaside townships and lush Otway Ranges. You'll stop at scenic points, lookouts and coastal landmarks — timing and length of stops are yours to decide. Lunch isn't included but you can choose from casual options (sandwiches, pizza, fish and chips) or a pub meal; a 2-course lunch with beverage is also available at extra cost. As the afternoon progresses, you head towards the 12 Apostles, arriving in time to watch the sunset illuminate the towering limestone formations against the changing sky.
What travellers say
- Private transport means no fixed group schedule or pace
- Fully customisable stops and timing to suit your interests
- Comprehensive day covers major coastal landmarks and wildlife in one journey
- Guide shares local history and navigation reduces planning stress
- Accessible for wheelchairs, prams, infants and service animals
- Long day — 12–13 hours is demanding for those preferring shorter outings
- Lunch costs extra and isn't pre-arranged, requiring decisions on the day
- Extended vehicle time may not suit those uncomfortable with long drives
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone wanting a flexible, guided Great Ocean Road experience without fixed group timing or rushed schedules. The full-day format means early start and long hours in a vehicle — budget energy accordingly. It's wheelchair accessible throughout, and prams, infant seats and service animals are all welcome. Weather can shift quickly on the coast; bring layers. Lunch costs extra (roughly casual $15–25, or $40+ for a 2-course meal) and isn't pre-arranged, so plan stops in advance if you have dietary needs. The route covers 240 kilometres, so expect significant driving time.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.