GREAT OCEAN ROAD AND 12 APOSTLES

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Depart from your address
Take advantage of our Great Ocean Road private tour. A private Mercedes-Benz V Class with a professional driver guide will meet you at any hotel or address in Melbourne Metropolitan area.

Split Point Lighthouse

Split Point Lighthouse offers a breath-taking experience for sightseers. Nestled in the charming town of Aireys Inlet, this striking white lighthouse stands as a beacon of maritime history. Built in 1891, it towers majestically at 34 meters, offering panoramic views of the rugged coastline and the sparkling blue waters of the Bass Strait. Visitors can embark on guided tours to learn about the lighthouse's history and its role in guiding ships through the treacherous waters. The journey up the spiral staircase to the lantern room is a memorable experience, culminating in stunning vistas that stretch for miles. The surrounding landscape is a tapestry of lush greenery and dramatic cliffs, making it a photographer's paradise.

Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
Another landmark that should not be missed is the geographic border between the great Pacific and Indian oceans. This point is located at the Split Point Lighthouse which you will pass before the stop to take some memorable pictures in front of the memorial arch.

Kennett River: koalas in the wild
Apart from the scenic views, we here at Laurel Travel know the excitement that comes with a hands-on experience. Our tours include the chance to see Australia’s favourite animal, the Koala, only this time, in the open wilderness.

Stop for Fish and Seafood lunch in Apollo Bay
Next stop will be in the quaint and small town of Apollo Bay for lunch. In the town, known for its fisheries and vast array of seafood, you will dine on delicious fresh fish meals. Vegetarian or gluten-free meals are available for those who aren’t seafood fans.

12 Apostles
The 12 Apostles or the ‘limestone stacks’ rise from the ocean near the shore. The shoreline cliffs have several observation platforms with a clear view of the Apostles, from multiple perspectives. Witness the stunning natural beauty of these cliffs, towering over the raging ocean waves below – a true spectacle to behold. We’ll leave the vehicle at the information centre’s parking lot and head straight over to these magnificent giants, who have been resisting the force of the ocean’s waves for thousands of years.
We will share with you the curious story of the origin of the name “The 12 Apostles” and answer the question, how many are there really? – 12, 9 or 8…?
A Scenic helicopter flight over the 12 apostles is also available here.

A walk down the Gibson Steps
Should you want to, and if time permits, we can take a walk down the Gibson Steps, that are cut into the rock. They will take us down the cliffs to the beach, to the feet of the giant rocks where a unique view of the Apostles will present itself and the opportunity for some more great photos.
After returning to the information centre you will have the opportunity to have a short (15 minute) helicopter trip along the coastline during which you will fly over the 12 Apostles, the Lochard Gorge and see in the distance London Bridge. The helicopter flight is paid for separately.

Lochard Gorge and London Bridge
Our trip along the Great Ocean Road is coming to an end, if time permits and you still have the strength, we’ll make a couple more stops. The first will be at the famous Lochard Gorge, where during the 19th century a ship of the same name sank. Here you can learn the history of the shipwreck and about the two survivors of this sad voyage. In summer, you can swim in this bay. The next stop will be at the giant cliffs of London Bridge where you will learn the interesting origin of its name. This is an excellent place for breathtaking photos.