Great Ocean Road to Grampians 3 Day – Basic Dormitory Share

TOUR CODE: GG3-B — Basic Hostel Accommodation (Shared Dormitory)

OPERATES: SUN (Apr-Sep) / SUN, THURS (Oct-Mar)

TOUR DURATION: 3 Days / 2 Nights

MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne @ 7:35am.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Journey along the National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road, see the Memorial Arch
• Reconnect with nature on a rainforest walk through the lush Great Otway National Park
• Be blown away by panoramic views of the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge beach
• Enrich your cultural awareness of those that came before at Tower Hill Conservation Wildlife Reserve
• Guaranteed Australian wildlife sightings in there natural habitat ie. kangaroos, emus, echidnas & koalas
• Explore the rugged bush landscape of the Grampians National Park 
• Capture the views from Reed’s, Boroka and The Balconies Lookout
• Impressive hike to the summit of the Pinnacle Lookout
• Cool off at the base of MacKenzie waterfalls

ITINERARY

Spend an amazing 3 days travelling along the Great Ocean Road  and Grampians National Park adventure tour. Visit some stunning places including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Mackenzie Falls, Halls Gap and some other magnificent sights throughout the region. Return to Melbourne arriving early evening.

Day 1: Melbourne – Warrnambool

Start your 3-Day adventure by exploring the world famous Great Ocean Road with its stunning ocean views and surf beaches. Spot wild koalas and take a guided rainforest walk before visiting the limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles and other wonders of the Shipwreck Coast. Overnight in Warrnambool. Meals: N/A. Accom: Warrnambool Beach Backpackers or similar. Driving Distance: 360km.

Day 2: Warrnambool – Halls Gap

On the second day, visit the Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano, rich in Aboriginal history and an abundance of wildlife. Later hike up to the iconic Pinnacle lookout with an amazing view over the Grampians.  Finish the day with a traditional Aussie BBQ and overnight stay in Halls Gap. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Accom: Brambuk Backpackers or similar. Driving Distance: 190km. Hike Distance: 4.5km 

Day 3: Halls Gap – Melbourne

On the last day of the journey hike to the base of Mackenzie Falls, then check out some other famed sights such as Boroka Lookout and The Balconies. After an incredible few days exploring the coastline and mountain ranges, we make our way back to Melbourne arriving around 5:30pm. Meals: Breakfast. Accom: N/A. Driving Distance: 290km. Hike Distance: 2km.

INCLUSIONS:

• 2 x Breakfast, 1 x dinner
• 2 Nights’ hostel dormitory accommodation – with shared bathroom facilities (Warrnambool, Halls Gap)
• National Park entry fees
• Guided walks (~6.5km total)
• Australian wildlife sightings, in the wild!
• Experienced driver guide
• Air-conditioned small group travel
• Comprehensive tour commentary
• Select inner city pick up and drop off points

EXCLUSIONS:

• Any meals not indicated
• Travel insurance recommended
• Personal expenses

WHAT TO BRING:

1 Litre water bottle, 15kg soft luggage or small overnight bag, any medications you usually take, please ensure you pack appropriately, all weather conditions, warm jacket, thermals advisable for the colder months, sturdy comfortable walking/ hiking shoes with tread, hat, sunscreen & sunglasses, swimmers, towel & toiletries, camp torch/headlamp, camera.

CHILD POLICY:

This fare type applies to Adults 18+ and over. Children aged between 6 to 17 years old are required to stay in standard private accommodation and must be accompanied by a legal guardian or adult. Private accommodation upgrades are available on a different product listing, subject to availability. This tour is not suitable for infants or children 5 years and under. 

Blackout period or limited availability of accommodation upgrades from 25DEC-08FEB and 09APR-14APR.