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Great Ocean Road & Grampians 2-Day Melbourne Loop Overnight Escape Tour

By Autopia Tours
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Overview
  • Escape overnight to Victoria’s top coastal and mountain gems
  • Drive the scenic Great Ocean Road’s coastal wonderland
  • Marvel at 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge’s wild beauty
  • Spot Aussie wildlife in lush forests and rugged ranges
  • Hike Grampians trails to waterfalls and epic lookouts

Activity location

  • Grampians National Park
    • 277 Grampians Rd
    • 3381, Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Immigration Museum - meet on the Market Street side @ 07:35am
    • Corner Flinders & Market Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedMelbourne to Melbourne overnight escape
  • What's includedWhat's included1 Nights’ Accommodation in Hostel or Motel (Halls Gap)
  • What's includedWhat's includedIncludes 1x Breakfast, 1x Lunch, 1x Dinner (guest participation)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll National Park pass entry fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided bush walks (~4km, subject to fitness level)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAustralian flora and fauna sightings
  • What's includedWhat's includedHosted by an experienced driver-guide with local tour commentary
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned small-group travel, maximum group size 23 people
  • What's includedWhat's includedSelected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny meals not indicated within the itinerary -opportunity to purchase food along the way or dine out
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal travel insurance is highly recommended
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSpending money for personal items

Know before you book

  • Mandatory passenger details are required at the time of booking: date of birth, dietary requirements and phone number.
  • A minimum moderate to advanced level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Walks can be up to 2km in length, often over steep and rocky sections and in direct sunlight.
  • Children aged between 6 to 17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times and must stay in private twin rooms. Not suitable for infants or children 5 years and under.
  • Private motel accommodation fares apply to Adults & Child and over. Single Rooms and Shared Accommodation are for adults 18+ and only. Upgrades are subject to availability and on-request.
  • Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 15kg travel bag, 1 x 5kg day bag. Not suitable for mobility-impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers or strollers.

What you can expect

Experience the stunning scenery on this two-day journey through a diverse range of natural wonders. From the wild shipwreck coastline of Loch Ard Gorge to limestone cliffs at the Twelve Apostles. Or ancient mountain views in Grampians National Park, in search of wildlife, waterfalls, and that Australian bush landscape rich in Aboriginal culture.

Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road

Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Great Ocean Road and discover the remarkable rock formations of the iconic 12 Apostles. Stop by the Surf Coast, for morning tea at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and sample some sweet treats. You will discover some of the world’s tallest trees as you explore the ancient and beautiful rainforest of the Great Otway National Park. Learn about the tragic tale of the shipwreck coast, visit the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge and the iconic 12 Apostles. During our journey, we will stop to see native Australian wildlife. Arriving late at night, we settle into our accommodation for the night.

  • Meals: Lunch (Apollo Bay Bakery), Dinner (The Flying Horse Bar & Brewery) or similar alternative
  • Accom: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative
  • Driving Distance: 520km
  • Hike Distance: 1-2km

Day 2: Grampians to Melbourne

Our day begins early in the morning with a visit up to Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout/Balconies, which has excellent views of the rugged terrain of the Grampians National Park. An area rich in Aboriginal culture as well as beautiful bushland teeming with Australian wildlife, such as emus and kangaroos. Besides the many hiking trails that are available, there are majestic waterfalls that are sure to leave you with lasting memories. In the afternoon, we make our way back to Melbourne, after an incredible 2 days exploring the coastline and inland mountain ranges, arriving sometime after 5:30 in the evening.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accom: N/A
  • Driving Distance: 340km
  • Hike Distance: 2km

*Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures due to infrastructure road works.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGrampians National Park
    • 277 Grampians Rd
    • 3381, Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEImmigration Museum - meet on the Market Street side @ 07:35am
    • Corner Flinders & Market Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia