Duration:
11h
Small group luxury tour of the Great Ocean Road including 1 Hr guided walk through Wildlife Wonders. See 12 Apostles, Loch ard Gorge and Alpaca farm on this epic coastal spectacular. All Inclusive of lunch, entrance fee’s, tea & more.
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Introducing a new era in premium touring along the Great Ocean Road. The Luxe Bus offers something unique and unrivaled for those who like to travel in style & comfort. A custom built luxury vehicle and a custom bespoke itinerary to give you the best experience. Travel with like minded people in a small group for an unforgettable experience.
- Luxury vehicle – comfort and space on a long epic drive
- A unique itinerary that avoids the crowds
- Private guided walk through a wildlife sanctuary (1hr)
- Lunch, wildlife sanctuary admission & chocolate tastings included
- Visit Alpaca & chocolate farm
- Small Group public tour – up to 15 Passengers
- Avoid busy tourist spots
- Visit the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Otway Ranges National Park, the Surf Coast, Apollo Bay, Lorne Beach walk, Memorial Arch, photo stops and more.
Highlights:
- 15 seater Long Wheel Base
- Reclinable Leather seats
- USB chargers per person
- Overhead luggage compartment
- Enhanced Airconditioning
- Complimentary bottled water
- Wifi onboard
- Umbrellas & Blankets
- Privacy Glass
Minimum Numbers:
- Tour requires a minimum of 6 passengers to run
- If under 6 passengers, you will be offered a Private Tour. at private tour rates
- If 4-5 guests, you may travel in a Mercedes Viano vehicle.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Please note that this tour is not a Private Tour. We do specialise in private tours and invite you to contact our office to upgrade this to a Private tour.
Tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers. If the minimum number of participants is not obtained, you will be offered a private tour (at additional cost) or you will be refunded.
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We had an amazing experience with Great Private Tours! Our guide and driver, Cody, was incredibly friendly, helpful, and full of interesting facts and local history that made the trip even more enjoyable. He really knew how to make everyone feel welcome and engaged throughout the day. The small group size (only 5 people) made the whole experience feel personal and comfortable the bus was clean and cozy. We visited Lake Mountain, Steavenson Falls, and a lovely chocolate factory, each stop was well-paced and absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended!
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Oscar
20 Jul 2025
Did the Lake Mountain snow fun day trip. The same itinerary as the big coach tours but in a comfortable vehicle with a small group. Steve was very accommodating and helpful with pick up and drop off, and a relaxed fun guide. Would recommend.
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Taryn
04 Jul 2025
We booked the one-day tour to the Great Ocean Road. We are lucky enough to have Steve to be our guide of the day :-)
The idea of doing the tour in reverse is superb!
He’s professional and knowledgable. We first enjoyed the helicopter ride and witnessed the 12 Apostles and The Loch Ard Gorge. We had a delicious meal at the Perch.
After lunch, Steve guided us through Maits Rest. During the journey, we had the chance to spot koalas and kangaroos. We ended the tour with a brief stop at Memorial Arch, Lorne
Overall speaking, it definitely spiced up our day. Do not miss it if you are looking for an unforgettable journey.
The idea of doing the tour in reverse is superb!
He’s professional and knowledgable. We first enjoyed the helicopter ride and witnessed the 12 Apostles and The Loch Ard Gorge. We had a delicious meal at the Perch.
After lunch, Steve guided us through Maits Rest. During the journey, we had the chance to spot koalas and kangaroos. We ended the tour with a brief stop at Memorial Arch, Lorne
Overall speaking, it definitely spiced up our day. Do not miss it if you are looking for an unforgettable journey.
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JKEduCentre
22 Mar 2025

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amyeflint
26 Jan 2025

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759kenyd
28 Dec 2024

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alexa
28 Dec 2024

On Day 1 Steve picked us up at the hotel and we had a lovely day at Torquay, and a forest hike to beautiful waterfalls hearing birds and Koalas. The highlight of the day was a dusk tour at Wildlife Wonders at the Otways enjoying the sight of the animals waking up in their safe natural environment. We spent the night at a beautiful and well-equipped villa overlooking Apollo Beach (vegan-friendly breakfast!).
On day 2 we we visited the Otway Fly, Shipwreck Coast, 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Breathtaking views, fascinating history and most importantly the relaxation we both needed!
We enjoyed the tour so much that we booked a 1 day tour of the Mornington Peninsula on the next day. Our Guide Errol was both knowledgeable and entertaining and the highlights of the day were a lovely vegan tasting menu lunch at Laura,a walk of Pt. Leo sculpture garden, and a nice hike at Cape Schanck.
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Frequentflyer25
14 Oct 2024

I can highly recommend GTP for all in the future
Sincerly Oliver from Germany
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OHoffarth
18 Sep 2024

All in all -- my friends and I had a lovely day.
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Philip
22 Aug 2024

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Amanda
03 Apr 2024

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William
25 Feb 2024

Not only did Steve ensure we saw the best views and hidden gems, but he also shared fascinating insights about each location, enriching our experience. The lunch included in our tour was fabulous, featuring delicious local cuisine that was a highlight on its own. Steve’s attention to detail and his eagerness to accommodate our interests made the entire day feel personalized and special.
I'm giving this experience a solid 10+ out of 10 and would not hesitate to recommend Steve and Great Private Tours to anyone looking to explore the Great Ocean Road or any other tour. Whether you're a first-timer in Melbourne or a local wanting to see the sights through new eyes, Steve's tour is an absolute must. Thank you, Steve, for an unforgettable day! I can't wait to book another tour.
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Glenn
23 Feb 2024

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EpicMD
10 Feb 2024

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Vacation11018904585
27 Jan 2024

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micwithitchyfeet
07 Jan 2024
Best day out with Steve! My husband and I had booked the Mornington Peninsula Food & Wine Private Tour as our interest lies in exploring the wineries of that area and enjoying a Modern Australian meal. Honestly, Steve couldn’t have curated a better “menu” for us. We got to taste at least two dozen wines across Moorooduc Estate, Red Hill Estate, 10 Minutes By Tractor and Montalto Vineyard (this fourth and final stop was also where we indulged in a most fabulous late lunch).
Steve happens to have a wealth of knowledge about Melbourne and beyond, and readily shared plenty of interesting nuggets as he drove us around in the amazing comfort of his Mercedes Viano to visit the wineries. We had been picked up from the doorstep of our AirBnb in the morning and were dropped off there at the end of our grand day out.
If you are like us and much prefer high quality private tours, you should contact this company. They are able to customise itineraries that suit your interests and can include even the more exclusive experiences such as helicopter rides and sea plane flights.
Steve happens to have a wealth of knowledge about Melbourne and beyond, and readily shared plenty of interesting nuggets as he drove us around in the amazing comfort of his Mercedes Viano to visit the wineries. We had been picked up from the doorstep of our AirBnb in the morning and were dropped off there at the end of our grand day out.
If you are like us and much prefer high quality private tours, you should contact this company. They are able to customise itineraries that suit your interests and can include even the more exclusive experiences such as helicopter rides and sea plane flights.
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Veronica
10 Jul 2022
I can't recommend Steve enough! We chose the Great Ocean Road tour with helicopter ride and I am so glad we did. Not only did we get to cross the 12 Apostles off our bucket list but we got to experience this from above in a helicopter. Unbelievable! What really made the tour was the great and interesting facts that Steve pointed out as we drove along. It really made it more personalised than a large tour group. Definitely recommend for anyone looking at The Great Ocean Rd to do this tour instead of driving yourself.
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The
27 Jun 2022