Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)
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About This Tour in Great Ocean Road
Why Visit Great Ocean Road?
Great Ocean Road, Australia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Great Ocean Road 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 Great Ocean Road
You can reach Great Ocean Road, 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
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Fuel surcharge
- Local taxes
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- NOTE : This total duration spent in the car will be 8-9 hours, as we will travel over 500+ Kilometres. If you suffer from car motion sickness, we do not recommend you choose this tour. We do also a 2 Day Tour with just 4-5 hours driving per day. Please refer to our website for further details
- We wish to advise larger groups of 4 or 5, that our luggage capacity is limited, so we recommend 1 x airplane cabin-sized bags per person. For groups of 3 passengers or less, 1 x standard size suitcase & 1 x cabin-sized bag per person is acceptable.
- Pick up point - Melbourne Cruise Ship Terminal (Station Pier) Pick up from outside the Mr Hobson Restaurant.
- Hotel drop off - this can be provided either back to your cruise ship, or to selected CBD, Southbank and Docklands hotels only and must be communicated in advance. Some select hotels will require a pick-up of 06:30am - We will notify you if this is the case.
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Comfy trainers/sneakers are advisable
- Please provide a local mobile contact number on your booking, incase we need to contact you pre-tour
- IMPORTANT - Please ensure you have allotted enough time for the full 12 hour tour. This includes allowing enough time to dis-embark the boat in the morning and board the vessel in the evening. We strongly advise having travel insurance for any unforseen circumstances.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Sit back and relax, as we tour along the main section of the Great Ocean Road 6 hours
We stop to view one of the world most famous surf spots 10 minutes
We stop to view one of the world most famous surf spots.
One of the Great Ocean Road's largest coastal towns 10 minutes
One of the Great Ocean Road's largest coastal towns.
Great vantage point over Lorne and surroundings 10 minutes
Great vantage point over Lorne and surroundings.
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A major landmark of the Great Ocean Road, and a chance for some great photos 20 minutes
A major landmark of the Great Ocean Road, and a chance for some great photos.
After lunch, we will undertake one of the... 25 minutes
After lunch, we will undertake one of the area's most beautiful walk - easy moderate 25 minute walk.
Stunning vantage point along the GOR 5 minutes
Stunning vantage point along the GOR.
Here, we search for the illusive koala 20 minutes
Here, we search for the illusive koala. Sadly there are only 80,000 koala's left in the wild, but your guide knows all the best spots to look, so fingers crossed!
Fabulous cove with spectacular views from the clifftop 10 minutes
Fabulous cove with spectacular views from the clifftop.
The tour will pass through The Great Otway National Park 3 hours
The Marine National Park is home to the... 1 hour 30 minutes
The Marine National Park is home to the Twelve apostles, as well other key rock formations.
The site of the famous Loch Ard shipwreck 15 minutes
The site of the famous Loch Ard shipwreck.
We make a stop to view the twelve apostles, from a great boardwalk vantage point 45 minutes
We make a stop to view the twelve apostles, from a great boardwalk vantage point.
We make a short stop at the small coastal township of Port Campbell 10 minutes
We make a short stop at the small coastal township of Port Campbell.
The National Park is home to local wildlife... 30 minutes
The National Park is home to local wildlife as well as some natural rock formations
Subject to time, we make a stop to... 20 minutes
Subject to time, we make a stop to London Bridge rock formation, which partly collapsed in the 1990's.
At the conclusion of the tour, guests will... 1 hour
At the conclusion of the tour, guests will have the option to be dropped off at their cruise ship, or they may choose to finish their day at Eureka Observation deck and make their own way back. *Tickets are at guests own expense. Upon conclusion of the observation deck, guests are required to make their own way onward journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
