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Twelve Apostles at sunset on the Great Ocean Road, Victoria
Private Great ocean road tour - Gibson Beach
Great ocean road tour - 12 apostles
Great Ocean road tour - Maits Rest - rainforest walk
Vehicle driving under Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, Eastern View
Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch at Eastern View, Victoria
Wild kangaroo resting on grass Anglesea
Couple walking through Otways rainforest under tree ferns
Private Great Ocean Road Tour – Coastal Lookout View
Great Ocean Road winding along turquoise coastline, Victoria
Walkers on Gibson Steps beach beneath limestone cliffs
Loch Ard Gorge beach and cliffs, Great Ocean Road
Twelve Apostles limestone stacks, Port Campbell National Park
Twelve Apostles at sunset on the Great Ocean Road, Victoria
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Private day tour exploring the Great Ocean Road

Your own transport for your private group of friends, family or work colleagues

Description

Private Great Ocean Road Tour

Private Day Touring the Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles from Melbourne 

A premium private day tour with your own driver-guide — paced to your interests, with the flexibility you don’t get on a coach tour.

What’s Included

  • Private transport for you and your guests (1–24 passengers)

  • Experienced personal driver, guide, and host

  • Entry to Victorian national parks where applicable as a Parks Victoria approved tour operator

  • Complimentary chilled bottle of water per person

  • All tolls and fuel included — no hidden fees

What’s Excluded

  • The cost of food or beverages

What Makes the Day Special

  • Learn the story behind the Great Ocean Road — including local history and shipwreck tales

  • See iconic coastal scenery and changing landscapes throughout the day

  • Visit favourite townships such as Lorne and Apollo Bay (timing depends on route and options chosen by you)

  • Wildlife spotting opportunities — including wild koalas and kangaroos when conditions allow*

  • Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned, late-model vehicle

  • The perfect balance of guidance and privacy: our guides know when to step in and when to step back

 

What to Expect

  • Pick-up time varies by location (final time confirmed in your itinerary)

  • Your guide will suggest lunch options along the way (or bring your own food)

  • The day is designed to fit within 12 hours — as a private tour, we can adjust stops to match your interests and pace

  • The Great Ocean Road tour is a true day adventure. Expect roughly 7 hours of scenic driving and around 500 km return to Melbourne. The good news: it’s broken up with regular stops — coastal lookouts, townships, lunch, short walks, and photo breaks

 

Sample itinerary (flexible)

  • Pick-up: Melbourne CBD / your accommodation
  • Coastal drive: scenic lookouts + coastal town stops
  • Wildlife stop: koala spotting area (subject to conditions)
  • Lunch: Apollo Bay (or another option based on pacing)
  • Rainforest stop: Walk the 30 min circuit at Maits rest
  • Main event: Twelve Apostles region viewpoints
  • Return: inland via Colac to Melbourne
  • Drop-off: back to your original location

Proceeding with a booking

This tour is available on request. We will confirm your booking once we have checked driver availability and scheduling for the previous day. This helps us ensure the highest level of safety and service, given the length and distance of this tour.

Inclusions

  • Admission to all attractions on the day
  • Private Bus or Vehicle
  • Door to Door Pick up
  • Chilled bottle of water for every guest
  • Goods & Services Tax (GST)
  • Accredited Quality Tourism Australia
  • Accredited Safe Transport Victoria
  • No hidden surchages or costs

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Price Table

Monday To Friday
1 person – $1,051 per person
2 people – $545 per person
3 people – $376 per person
4 people – $292 per person
5 people – $241 per person
6 people – $242 per person
7 people – $213 per person
8 people – $191 per person
9 people – $174 per person
10 people – $161 per person
11 people – $149 per person
12 people – $151 per person
13 people – $142 per person
14 people – $135 per person
15 people – $128 per person
16 people – $123 per person
17 people – $118 per person
18 people – $113 per person
19 people – $109 per person
20 people – $106 per person
21 people – $103 per person
22 people – $100 per person
23 people – $97 per person
24 people – $95 per person
1 person – $1,272 per person
2 people – $655 per person
3 people – $450 per person
4 people – $347 per person
5 people – $285 per person
6 people – $279 per person
7 people – $244 per person
8 people – $219 per person
9 people – $199 per person
10 people – $183 per person
11 people – $170 per person
12 people – $169 per person
13 people – $159 per person
14 people – $150 per person
15 people – $143 per person
16 people – $136 per person
17 people – $131 per person
18 people – $125 per person
19 people – $121 per person
20 people – $117 per person
21 people – $113 per person
22 people – $110 per person
23 people – $107 per person
24 people – $104 per person
1 person – $1,518 per person
2 people – $778 per person
3 people – $532 per person
4 people – $408 per person
5 people – $334 per person
6 people – $320 per person
7 people – $280 per person
8 people – $249 per person
9 people – $226 per person
10 people – $207 per person
11 people – $192 per person
12 people – $189 per person
13 people – $178 per person
14 people – $168 per person
15 people – $159 per person
16 people – $152 per person
17 people – $145 per person
18 people – $139 per person
19 people – $134 per person
20 people – $129 per person
21 people – $125 per person
22 people – $121 per person
23 people – $117 per person
24 people – $114 per person

*Please note Sunday & Public Holiday tours attract a surcharge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wildlife spotting is always a possibility, but it’s not guaranteed — these animals are wild and sometimes they’re simply out of sight. Your guide knows the best areas to look for koalas and kangaroos, and we’ll maximise your chances when conditions allow. For everyone’s safety, we can’t always stop on the roadside for photos.
Yes — it’s a big day, and that’s what makes it so rewarding. The Great Ocean Road covers a lot of coastline, so the tour is designed to be completed within 12 hours. The advantage of going private is that you can travel at your pace within that window — spending longer at the places you love, keeping stops shorter when you’re happy to keep moving, and building in breaks when you need them. Longer lunches or eat on the go, every group is different.
A private tour means the vehicle and guide are exclusively for your group — no strangers joining. It’s ideal for couples who want their own space, families travelling with children, or groups of friends who want to experience the day together at their own pace.
Yes — and we highly recommend it if you’d like a more relaxed pace. An overnight Great Ocean Road itinerary gives you extra time for scenic stops, short walks, and coastal townships without rushing. If you’re considering this option, it’s best to plan it before you book your Melbourne accommodation, so we can build the two-day route around your preferred overnight location and timing. Contact our office to make an enquiry.
There are plenty of great options — your guide will recommend the best lunch stop on the day based on timing, weather, and what you feel like (quick bite vs relaxed sit-down). Most private Great Ocean Road day tours typically stop for food in one of these towns: Lorne – great cafés and casual lunch spots (perfect if you want an earlier lunch). Apollo Bay – one of the most popular mid-route lunch bases with lots of choice (cafés, bakery, pub/brewery style).
The Great Ocean Road (B100) starts in the surf town of Torquay and finishes in Allansford, near Warrnambool.
For your safety, this tour must be completed within 12 hours. The Great Ocean Road covers a large distance, so driver fatigue is carefully managed and we build scheduled rest breaks into every itinerary for our team. The good news is that within the 12-hour window, a private tour still gives you flexibility — we can adjust the pacing and stops to suit your interests while keeping the day safe and compliant. If you’d like more time, we recommend a multi-day Great Ocean Road tour (with an overnight stay) for a more relaxed pace and extra experiences.
Because with Australian Journeys, you’re not just hiring a driver — you’re getting a professional host and local guide who enhances the whole day. We pride ourselves on genuine customer service, expert advice, and local knowledge. Private touring also means your day is responsive to your group: we read the mood, adjust the pace, skip stops that don’t interest you, and substitute better options when it makes sense — all while keeping the itinerary safe and within the 12-hour touring window.
We use comfortable, late-model, air-conditioned vehicles matched to your group size. For smaller groups we typically use an 8-seat Kia Carnival — and we don’t pack it out. If you’re travelling with 2–5 guests, you’ll have plenty of space to spread out and stay comfortable throughout the day. For larger groups (generally 6+ guests) we use a 12-seat commuter bus for extra room and a more relaxed ride. Your exact vehicle will be confirmed in your itinerary based on group size, comfort, luggage needs, and availability.
We offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off from your nominated address in Melbourne (CBD and most inner suburbs). Just provide your exact pick-up location when booking, and we’ll confirm the final pick-up time in your itinerary.

Approaching The Day Of Your Tour

Our office will be available via call/text/email . If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Final balances and last minute adjustments will be required no later than 48 hours prior to tour commencement. 

Particulars

Things to know

  • Start time: 8:00am
  • Local pick: up n/a
  • End Time: 8:00pm
  • No smoking
  • No Drinking on the bus
  • Committed to Sustainability tourism
  • Australian Quality Tourism Accredited
  • Accredited bus operator Victoria
Proceeding  with a booking
  • Type or select the number of guests in your private group and choose your ideal date. Click on time shown in the booking calendar. Start time will vary based the penguins arrival time. 
  • Please choose from tour options and add-ons. Proceed to check and provide your pick up details and select option for payment. 
  •  If your tour includes meals we will contact your chosen lunch venue availability to update you as soon as possible.
  • Our booking office will send you an itinerary and tax invoice. We will then email and secure your admission to all relevant attractions .
  • We will require the pick-up/drop-off address for the day.
  • We will contact you the week of the tour date with any final adjustments. On occasion, someone can’t make it on the day. That’s fine, we just need to know 48 hours prior.
  • The day of the tour, the driver will arrive 15 minutes early, giving the group time to settle on the bus ready to go.

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Rolling through the iconic Memorial Arch on the Great Ocean Road
The iconic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch (Eastern View).
Wildlife moments: kangaroos are often spotted along the way.
Stretch your legs in the Otways on a private Great Ocean Road tour.
Epic ocean views from a Great Ocean Road lookout stop.
The drive is half the magic on the Great Ocean Road.
Gibson Steps: a dramatic beach-level perspective of the cliffs.
Loch Ard Gorge: towering cliffs and turquoise water.
See the Twelve Apostles in Port Campbell National Park.
Golden hour at the Twelve Apostles on a private tour.

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