Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Tour
- Travel with Go West Tours, one of Melbourne’s most trusted day tour operators, with 25+ years of experience
- Enjoy upgraded vehicle seating, a major comfort difference on a long Great Ocean Road touring day
- Be guided by carefully selected local experts who bring the coastline, rainforest and Shipwreck Coast stories to life
- Visit iconic highlights including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Great Otway National Park and coastal townships
- Receive a bonus Melbourne City Discovery Tour, giving you even more value from your Melbourne stay (valid for bookings created from 3 June to 30 June 2026)
What to expect
The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia’s most unforgettable journeys but with a long day, winding coastal roads and so much to see, the operator you choose makes a real difference.
Go West Tours is designed for travellers who want more than the cheapest seat available. With over 25 years of experience, exceptional local guides, upgraded vehicle seating and a carefully paced itinerary, this tour gives you a more comfortable, reliable and memorable way to experience the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, the Otway rainforest and Victoria’s spectacular Surf Coast.















Reviews
Reviews summaryA good experience! Ocean Road was beautiful. our tour guide was a soft person and thoughtful. We had mussels for lunch and was good! Did not have much choice for dinner. Overall recommended and side note, sit at the left side (single seat) to have more view on ocean when travelling.
We enjoyed the tour! We had a good time admiring the view of the Great Ocean Road and the temperate rainforest walk turned out to be lovelier than expected. Got lucky to spot wild koalas as well. Chris is a knowledge and friendly guide and he drove smoothly throughout the day.
Our guide and driver, Mel, was fantastic from start to finish. She was cheerful, funny, and incredibly engaging, making the long road journey feel enjoyable and lively. At the same time, she was very considerate—giving us plenty of time to rest, as well as well-timed toilet breaks throughout the trip. The itinerary was well-paced and never felt rushed. We had sufficient time at each stop to explore and take in the views, along with a comfortable lunch break. Mel even went the extra mile by bringing us for dinner after the tour, which was a thoughtful touch. A lovely bonus was the homemade cakes she prepared for breakfast—such a warm and personal gesture that we really appreciated. What stood out most was her energy and enthusiasm, which she maintained all the way until the end of the trip. It truly made a difference to the overall experience. I would definitely recommend this tour and would happily travel with Go West Tours again on future trips to Melbourne.
On the day of our one-day tour, the weather was clear and bright. An hour after we set off, we made our first stop in the town of Anglesea to rest. Our female driver and guide, Chloe, had prepared breakfast for us, including cake, instant coffee, hot chocolate mix, milk, and hot water, so we could make our own drinks. Enjoying it by the windy beach made it feel especially warm. Next, we headed to the Eastern View Memorial Arch on the Great Ocean Road and Kennett River to spot wild koalas in the eucalyptus trees. Afterward, we took a stroll along the Maits Rest Rainforest walk, surrounded by ancient, towering trees. After lunch in Lavers Hill, we visited the magnificent Twelve Apostles, Gibson Steps, and Loch Ard Gorge. The itinerary was packed, the scenery was breathtaking, and our driver-guide was very experienced. Although the drive was long and winding, it was definitely worth recommending.
overall the planning of the trip is fantastic. we had sufficient time to stay at each attractions. I specially loving all the beautiful nature scenery. 5 stars rated to our tour guide Tim who provided excellent services and his patience to explain everything to us is super appreciated! Tim is friendly, funny, professional, safe and responsible driver! loved the music he chose playing while on the long ride! excellent excellent excellent ! highly recommend Go West!
This tour was super cool. Sherif, our tour guide is the nicest, coolest, most accommodating person ever!!! Some areas the wifi signal’s pretty weak so I think data works better. Other than that, it was a fantastic tour, full of adventure and laughs and beautiful memories!!
It’s such a nice trip to view the great scenery of the Great Ocean Road. Used to be a teacher, our guide Robbo is a very nice gentleman with so much knowledge, guiding us around with full, clear speeches. Fully recommend this wonderful trip with Go West Tour!
We had a full day tour on the Great Ocean Road. Our tour guide, Jools, from the West Tour was very kind and lovely. She had a trivia 101 to each place we visited. She also gave us little souveniers together with her Gumnut. This trip was all worth every penny. A must try when you visit Melbourne.
I joined the Great Ocean Road tour and our guide was David. He’s amazing! He’s funny, energetic, knowledgeable and really knows what he’s doing. Told us a lot of stuff about the animals, Melbourne, the Great Ocean Road, everything he sees! He also gave is recommendations on where to eat, and places to see and things to do if ever we’d go to a place that we’ve passed by. This tour was definitely the highlight of our trip. AND, most importantly, he prioritises our safety and comfort. We stopped by to have photos of the Koalas that we saw on the roadside. We had call times whenever we have a stopover, and he didn’t EVER rush us. And he chatted and interacted with each and every one of us, which I really appreciate. Highly recommended 🫶🏻
The Great Ocean Road trip provides a great experience. From the pickup at the hotel until the drop-off, the guide was very cooperative and always helpful. The Great Ocean Road was truly very scenic and serene. It was so pleasant that it gives goosebumps when you see the beaches and the farmlands all over the place.
Good to know
- Don't forget to download the free Go West Tours App before your tour departure! The Go West Tours App provides tour information for each tour in 16 different languages. Read or listen to the tour information in your language while enjoying the sights of Melbourne's premier day touring destinations
Pick-up Location
- If your accommodation is not listed on the checkout page, please select "Rendezvous Hotel" and contact the operator directly after receiving your confirmation so the operator may check if there is a more convenient pickup point available
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