2 Days Great Ocean Road Tour Package
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights Priced From: Contact Travelwizard Departures: Daily

Take two days to enjoy one of the world's great coastal drives, with its dramatic scenery of striking contrasts. The region boasts powerful seas, golden beaches, peaceful townships, giant cliffs and lush forests. Enjoy views of Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay from the West Gate Bridge. Stroll along the pristine sandy beaches and wander through sleepy seaside holiday towns. View majestic monoliths abruptly rising from the sea. Discover the deep fern gullies and eucalypt trees as they meet the sheer coast that plunges into the sparkling Southern Ocean. Hear the legends of "The Shipwreck Coast", enjoy traditional billy tea, stop for photos and relax while savouring breathtaking coastal panoramas. Bring spare camera batteries and prepare yourself for a wonderful day.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1. Geelong, Lorne, Apollo Bay Leave Melbourne this morning and travel via the city of Geelong and Corio Bay, you will pass world famous Bells Beach, home to World Surfing Championships. Stop and experience a traditional Aussie billy tea with vegemite crackers and lamingtons. View the popular coastal townships of Torquay and Lorne - a surfer's haven and retreat. You will arrive at Lorne and/or Apollo Bay mid morning to allow overnight guests to disembark or return aboard to continue touring. Overnight guests are at their own arrangements until boarding the coach the next day.
Day 2. The Ocean Road. Reboard your coach mid morning and continue your tour of the Great Ocean Road passing towering limestone cliffs, sweeping white beaches and stunning forest scenery. On your journey today you will have a chance to spend time at the fascinating Twelve Apostles Information Centre, take an optional helicopter flight over the dramatic shipwreck coast (own expense) and have many stunning photographic opportunities. Upon arrival at the amazing Twelve Apostles - limestone stacks rising dramatically from the Southern Ocean, walk along the boardwalk and enjoy the scenery from various viewing platforms. Be swept away by the romantic and tragic story of love and lives lost aboard the Loch Ard. Marvel at Loch Ard Gorge where millions of years of erosion have sculpted these incredible landmarks. Visit Port Campbell, a charming fishing village and summer holiday resort. Discover the tragic history of over 50 ships wrecked along this rugged coastline as your Driver/Guide tells you the stories. Continue beyond Port Campbell to the remnants of London Bridge. Don't forget extra camera batteries as we embark on a number of great photo locations including Razorback and Island Arch. Truly one of the world's great scenic coastal drive. Witness the fabulous spectacle of massive natural erosion. Contrast abounds between rugged coast and verdant rainforest living side by side. See the spectacular night lights of Melbourne as you cross the West Gate Bridge arriving back in the city at approximately 8pm.
Tour is available in standard, deluxe or small group, prices will vary. Small Group Tour Itinerary will vary slightly from above.
Price Includes
Standard and Deluxe - One night accommodation at the Comfort Inn (Standard), Cumberland Lorne Hotel (Deluxe), touring, breakfast, Aussie Tucker & Billy Tea
Small Group - Hotel transfers, Touring, Guide, all meals except dinner, 1 nights four star boutique accommodation.
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12/09
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