About this tour
Travel the Great Ocean Road in reverse on a full-day luxury coach tour, working backwards from the dramatic limestone cliffs to explore Victoria's most celebrated coastal stretch. You'll clock 13 hours tracing this winding route with a knowledgeable local guide, stopping at the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, spotting wild koalas along the way, and breaking for lunch in Apollo Bay. The air-conditioned coach handles all the driving logistics while you absorb the rugged beauty of the coastline.
Highlights
- Twelve Apostles: towering rock stacks in Southern Ocean
- Loch Ard Gorge: dramatic inlet with shipwreck history
- Wild koalas observed in native bush habitat
- Split Point Lighthouse perched on clifftop
- Leisure lunch stop in coastal town Apollo Bay
- Local guide shares stories and lesser-known viewpoints
- Reverse-route approach avoids typical tour traffic
What to expect
You'll spend most of the day on a coach, so comfort matters—the vehicle is air-conditioned and spacious, though the route does involve winding roads through changing terrain. Expect regular stops (roughly every hour or two) for photos, short walks to lookouts, and time to absorb each location. The guide will steer you toward angles and spots that standard tourists skip. Lunch in Apollo Bay gives you breathing room; you'll choose and pay for your own meal there. Wildlife viewing isn't guaranteed, but koalas are frequently spotted in the trees near the road.
Good to know
Bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and a light jumper—coastal weather can shift. The coach journey includes some winding sections; if you suffer back issues, pregnancy complications, or heart concerns, check with your doctor first. Parking and entrance fees are covered in the tour price. Meals are not included except lunch time at Apollo Bay.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.