South Australia, Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road

Duration: 10 days

Begins: Adelaide

Ends: Melbourne

Trip Code: OAAV

From

£2,149 per person

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    Let’s be frank, we’d need a heck of a lot of time to be able to see everything Australia has to offer, and sometimes we’re just not afforded that luxury. But fret not, fellow adventurer, because this 10-day tour will take you on a jaunt from Adelaide to Melbourne, with a mix of must-see highlights and unique experiences along the way. Learn about the coffee culture of Melbourne, check out Victoria’s beaches, travel along the Great Ocean Road, and a whole lot more.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    Classic
    All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
    Service Level
    Standard
    Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
    Physical Rating
    2 - Light
    Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Small Group experience; Max 16, avg 12
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Guided Melbourne laneways walk
    • Brighton bathing boxes visit
    • Rainforest walk in Great Otway NP
    • 12 Apostles visit
    • Grampians NP visit
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
    Accommodation

    Hotels (9 nts).

    Meals

    3 breakfasts, 1 dinner

    Allow USD510-665 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    Private vehicle, ferry, walking.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

    Day 1 : Adelaide

    Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome meeting.

    There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore your surroundings.

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Acommodation

    The Terrace Hotel Adelaide

    Acommodation

    The Terrace Hotel Adelaide

    Day 2 : Adelaide/Halls Gap

    Travel inland to Grampians National Park, known for its sandstone mountain range.

    Private Vehicle

    Adelaide - Halls Gap 6h30m 499km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Private Vehicle

    Grampians National Park - Halls Gap 0h30m - 1h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Acommodation

    Grampians Motel Halls Gap

    Acommodation

    Grampians Motel Halls Gap

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Dinner

    Day 3 : Halls Gap

    Trek through the forest, lush with vegetation and wildlife. Visit the culturally significant MacKenzie Falls for a short hike. Walk to the stunning Balconies, then spend the afternoon relaxing with the locals - our resident wild kangaroos and emus.

    MacKenzie Falls Visit

    Grampians National Park 0h30m - 1h

    MacKenzie Falls is the only waterway in the region that flows year-round and it is also the most visited waterfall in the Grampians; take a short walk and check out the falls out from a viewing platform. In Spring, see wonderful wildflowers in bloom along the path.

    The Balconies (Jaws of Death) Visit

    Grampians National Park 1h 2km

    Set off from the Reed Lookout overlooking Victoria Valley, and enjoy a short walk with beautiful scenery to the Balconies, formerly called the Jaws of Death. Check out the gorgeous view, but be careful not to lean too far over the edge!

    Free time:

    Halls Gap

    Spend this afternoon exploring the local area.

    Acommodation

    Grampians Motel Halls Gap

    Acommodation

    Grampians Motel Halls Gap

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 4 : Halls Gap/Port Campbell

    Travel south to the ancient volcanic crater of Tower Hill, with the opportunity to spot some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife. Afterwards, begin your journey along the Great Ocean Road as far as the township of Port Campbell.

    Tower Hill State Wildlife Reserve Visit

    Tower Hill 0h15m - 0h30m

    Visit Tower Hill State Wildlife Reserve west of Warrnambool for a chance to see animals endemic to Australia such as koalas, emus and kangaroos. Learn more about this large volcanic crater and wetland and the role it plays in Indigenous history.

    Private Vehicle

    Halls Gap - Port Campbell 3h 205km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Acommodation

    Loch Ard Motel

    Acommodation

    Loch Ard Motel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 5 : Port Campbell

    Spend the day exploring the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and surrounding natural attractions. Opt for a walk along any number of short paths available to immerse yourself in nature. If the luck of weather is on your side, round out the day by watching the light become golden over the Twelve Apostles on the drive to Port Campbell.

    Great Ocean Road Day excursion

    Great Ocean Road 12h - 13h

    Enjoy an excursion along the Great Ocean Road showcasing some of Australia's most scenic coastal views.

    Loch Ard Gorge Visit

    Port Campbell National Park 0h15m - 0h30m

    Located along the Great Ocean Road, beautiful Loch Ard Gorge shows the process of erosion in action. See offshore stacks and blowholes, and watch short tailed shearwaters soar over the nearby island. This location is a perfect backdrop for a group photo. Get snapping!

    Twelve Apostles Visit

    Port Campbell National Park 0h45m - 1h

    Stop at a scenic lookout point along the Great Ocean Road and capture the beautiful views over the ocean and the 12 Apostles. Now with only seven formations still standing, these iconic attractions were once limestone caves which eroded to become arches and eventually stacks up to 45m (147 ft) in height.

    Acommodation

    Loch Ard Motel

    Acommodation

    Loch Ard Motel

    Day 6 : Port Campbell/Mornington Peninsula

    Spend the day travelling along the Great Ocean Road. Pass world-famous surf beaches, and walk through the rainforest in Great Otway National Park. Travel by ferry across Port Phillip to the Mornington Peninsula.

    Private Vehicle

    Port Campbell - Mornington Peninsula 4h30m 301km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Rainforest Walk

    Great Otway National Park 0h30m 1km

    Take in the beautiful greenery of the Great Otway National Park on a leisurely walk with your CEO.

    Acommodation

    Bay Motel Safety Beach

    Acommodation

    Bay Motel Safety Beach

    Day 7 : Mornington Peninsula

    Spend the morning exploring the Mornington Peninsula, including a visit to Cape Schanck. In the afternoon, opt to visit a winery or relax and enjoy yourself at one of the many incredible beaches in the area.

    Although fairly small in size, the Mornington Peninsula packs a big punch with the amount of things to do here. Be awed with the stunning coastal scenery while driving through quaint towns and past stunning beaches.

    Cape Schanck Visit

    Cape Schanck

    Cape Schanck is located at the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula. Visit the rugged coastline with its cliff faces and rocky outcrops. This area provides visitors with an insight into the area's maritime history and plenty of scenic walks featuring ocean views. The lighthouse was built in 1859 and stands as the second coastal lighthouse in the Australian state of Victoria.

    Free time:

    Mornington Peninsula Full day

    Get out and explore the stunning Mornington Peninsula.

    Acommodation

    Bay Motel Safety Beach

    Acommodation

    Bay Motel Safety Beach

    Day 8 : Mornington Peninsula/Melbourne

    Continue on to Melbourne but first make a few stops along the way. Stop to see Brighton's brightly coloured bathing boxes, miniature beachfront cabins that are unique to the beaches in Port Phillip Bay.

    Private Vehicle

    Mornington Peninsula - Melbourne 1h30m 74km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Bathing Boxes Visit

    Brighton

    Stop to check out some of the famous bathing boxes that Port Phillip Bay is known for. These one-room "mini-cabins" are owned by families to store belongings on their favourite beach. Snap some photos of these brightly coloured boxes and breathe in the fresh ocean air.

    Acommodation

    Causeway 353 Hotel

    Acommodation

    Causeway 353 Hotel

    Day 9 : Melbourne

    Tour Melbourne's iconic laneways and learn more about coffee culture, and pick up some great pointers for your free afternoon of exploration.

    Free time:

    Melbourne

    There's lots to see and do - get out there and explore!

    Melbourne Laneways Walk

    Melbourne 1h30m - 2h

    Discover the small laneways packed with shops, cafés and restaurants that make Melbourne so unique. Grab a delicious barista coffee to-go (which no trip to Melbourne would be complete without!), and set out to experience Melbourne's laneways with an expert local host. Journey through this 'secret city,' seeing local hotspots and incredible street art while learning about the city's history.

    Acommodation

    Causeway 353 Hotel

    Acommodation

    Causeway 353 Hotel

    Day 10 : Melbourne

    Depart at any time.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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