3-Day Adelaide to Melbourne Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
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About This Tour in Adelaide
Why Visit Adelaide?
Adelaide, Australia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Adelaide provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Adelaide
You can reach Adelaide, Australia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take airport shuttles, taxis, rideshare services, or public transportation to reach the city center. Rental cars are also popular for exploring the surrounding areas.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 2 nights accommodation
- National Park fees
- Wine tasting
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
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.
Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Group sizes for our set departure tours are between 2 (adults) and 8 guests. If single traveller we strongly recommend contacting us prior to booking to make sure we have met the minimum number to operate tour
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund; minimum is 2 passengers
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Meeting and Pickup
End Point
Melbourne CBD
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Adelaide - Mount Gambier
Mt Lofty Summit with sweeping views of Adelaide... 15 minutes
Mt Lofty Summit with sweeping views of Adelaide is the highest point in the Adelaide Hills.
Hahndorf is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement and... 30 minutes
Hahndorf is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement and still has a strong German flavour most evident in the smallgoods outlets, bakeries, pubs, restaurants and cafes that line the bustling main street.
You visit the Naracoorte Caves National Park for a cave tour with a local guide 1 hour 30 minutes
You visit the Naracoorte Caves National Park for a cave tour with a local guide. These limestone caves have an abundance of Stalagmites and Stalactites and are World Heritage Listed Area due to the fossils of the ‘Mega Fauna’ found buried in the Caves
Coonawarra is the most important wine region within... 45 minutes
Coonawarra is the most important wine region within the Limestone Coast zone of South Australia, credited with producing some of the best red wines in the entire country, and often described as Australia's most famous terroir. We stop here to enjoy a drop, or two, of their amazing wines
Mount Gambier - Skenes Creek
First up is a visit to one of... 15 minutes
First up is a visit to one of the youngest volcanoes in Australia with a crater lake that changes colours twice a year!
This picturesque town was voted the most liveable town in the world in 2012 30 minutes
This picturesque town was voted the most liveable town in the world in 2012!!
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve sits in a large volcanic crater 30 minutes
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve sits in a large volcanic crater. It is one of Victoria's most fascinating and significant geological formations. The first National Park in the state where we drive down into the crater and if lucky we may have the chance to see Koalas, Kangaroos and Emus
After lunch it is time to start the world famous Great Ocean Road 45 minutes
After lunch it is time to start the world famous Great Ocean Road. The first breathtaking view will be at Bay of Islands. Bay of Martyrs and the famous London Bridge (where tourist were stuck after the bridge collapsed in 1990) are coming up shortly after
You then visit ‘Loch Ard Gorge’, the site... 40 minutes
You then visit ‘Loch Ard Gorge’, the site of the most famous 19th century Australian shipwreck. We retell the entire story from the calm voyage, the tragic wreck, the courageous survivors and their ultimate fate. While hearing the tale you will be able to see and hold some original artefacts, photos and documents from the ‘Loch Ard’ contained in our treasure chests.
The 12 Apostles are Icons of Australia’s natural beauty 40 minutes
The 12 Apostles are Icons of Australia’s natural beauty. We arrive as the stacks are lit with the morning sun making them perfect for photos and crowd free. This is a bonus for taking a 2-day trip as the stacks are silhouettes in the afternoon and overcrowded. After hearing of the creation of the stacks and holding some of the limestone rock you can explore the boardwalks or brave a helicopter flight along the coastline (own expense).
Skenes Creek- Melbourne
We take you on a 1km guided walk... 40 minutes
We take you on a 1km guided walk through a cool temperate rainforest gully to see the world’s tallest flowering plants, prehistoric trees and ferns and unique features such as ‘Yabbie Chimneys
We then turn towards Melbourne and travel along... 6 hours
We then turn towards Melbourne and travel along a very scenic section of the Great Ocean Road en route to Kennett River for a fantastic viewing of wild Koalas in their native setting. We also visit many scenic spots for photos and tell numerous stories behind the making of the road. We stop for lunch at the largest of the seaside villages, Lorne. This popular tourist town is full of restaurants and cafes and boasts great shopping and swimming beaches. After lunch we drive along the surf coast and take in the surf culture of the region with a visit to Torquay and Bells Beach.
Our journey then takes us through the historic... 20 minutes
Our journey then takes us through the historic gateway to the Great Ocean Road, Geelong. You can enjoy a walk along the re-designed waterfront before turning to Melbourne
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Frequently Asked Questions
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