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Great Ocean Road & Grampians Adventure
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Start
Melbourne, Australia
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Finish
Adelaide, Australia
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Trip Code
PZSG
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
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Transport
Private vehicle, Train
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Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights)
From £1,414(6 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Hike the beautiful Pinnacle Walk to the summit of Hanging Rock and discover sweeping views and interesting rock formations made famous by the Peter Weir film ‘Picnic at Hanging Rock’.
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Visit a social enterprise – Wildlife Wonders – and join a conservationist guide to discover the lush fern gullies, eucalypt woodlands and spectacular ocean views of the Otways region.
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Explore Budj Bim Cultural Landscape with a Gunditijmara guide to learn about First Nations culture first-hand, discover the unique volcanic landscape and dig into a bush tucker grazing plate.
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Tick driving the Great Ocean Road, marvelling at the 12 Apostles and hiking through Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park off your bucket list, because this road trip does it all.
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Follow much of the Great Southern Touring Route, known as one of Australia’s best road trips, before boarding the Overland train to Adelaide.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip includes some long drives on winding roads. Travel sickness tablets are recommended for those who experience severe motion sickness.
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Some of the best scenery on this trip will be found on hikes. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s recommended if you want to partake in all activities. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes for spending time outdoors.
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If you want to explore more of Australia on other classic road trips, check out our Sydney to Cairns Adventure or South Australia Outback Adventure. See trip codes PZSPC & PZSA on our website.
Itinerary
Buckle up for an epic road trip along Victoria’s scenic southern coastline
Spot native wildlife, marvel at extraordinary coastal vistas and learn more about First Nations culture on this 6-day road trip along Victoria’s southern coastline. From taking the famous Pinnacle Walk to the summit of Hanging Rock to visiting a local conservation centre in Apollo Bay to learning about the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape with a Gunditijmara guide – this trip combines culture, nature and adventure. Following much of the Great Southern Touring Route, you’ll start in Melbourne and follow the coast to the 12 Apostles along The Great Ocean Road and discover the diverse landscapes and history of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park before taking the iconic Overland train across the border to Adelaide. With an experienced local guide who knows all the best spots and a small group of like-minded adventurers – this is sure to be a road trip to remember.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Melbourne / Hanging Rock / Daylesford / Ballarat
- DAY 2Day 2 • Great Ocean Road / Apollo Bay
- DAY 3Day 3 • Great Ocean Road / Warrnambool
- DAY 4Day 4 • Budj Bim National Park / Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
- DAY 5Day 5 • Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
- DAY 6Day 6 • Stawell / Adelaide (or Melbourne)
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
airport_shuttle Transport
Private vehicle, Train
bed Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights)
festival Included activities
circleHanging Rock - Summit Walk
circleDaylesford - Sunday Market
circleApollo Bay - Wildlife Wonders Guided Tour
circleGreat Ocean Road - Scenic Drive
circleGreat Ocean Road - Twelve Apostles
circleBudj Bim National Park - Bush Foods Grazing Board
circleBudj Bim National Park - Cultural Landscape Walking Tour with Local Aboriginal Guide
circleGrampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Day Walks
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Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 14 spaces left
£1,414
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Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Friday Oct 10, 2025
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Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Friday Oct 24, 2025
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Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Friday Nov 21, 2025
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£1,485
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Friday Dec 05, 2025
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Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Friday Dec 19, 2025
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Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Friday Jan 02, 2026
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Friday Jan 23, 2026
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Sunday Feb 01, 2026
Friday Feb 06, 2026
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Sunday Feb 15, 2026
Friday Feb 20, 2026
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Sunday Apr 05, 2026
Friday Apr 10, 2026
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Friday Apr 24, 2026
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Important notes
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START & END POINT LOCATION & TIME
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The trip starts in Melbourne with a pick up at 8am on Day 1 from our joining point, and finishes on Day 6 in Adelaide at 6pm. Alternatively you can return to Melbourne with the leader. Arrival into Melbourne is in the late afternoon. Please let us know at time of booking which option you have chosen. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.
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TRAIN TRAVEL TO ADELAIDE
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The train journey from Stawell to Adelaide is unaccompanied by a tour leader.
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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A Single Supplement can be booked if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip, subject to availability.
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