Two Day Great Ocean Road Nature Experience

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$760

Two Day Great Ocean Road Nature Experience

2 Days Starting and ending in Melbourne

Visiting: Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell

Tour operator:

Australian Natural Treasures Touring

Tour code:

NAT3

Recommended For:

50 plus

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From: $797 $760 Travel Club discount: -$38

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Australian Natural Treasures Touring takes you on a Two Day Great Ocean Road Experience. The Great Ocean Road is a 550 kilometres round trip from Melbourne and it requires more than one day to enjoy it. As such, Natural Treasures Touring have created a range of overnight experiences for small groups staying in spectacular accommodation and eating great local food. Their relaxed pace ensures that you avoid the crowds and do not leave anything out. As a result you get a far better experience and a greater appreciation of the region, not to mention feeling more relaxed. Travelling in two relaxing days, this journey gives you the time to fully immerse in the diverse splendour of this region. In a micro group of maximum eight people explore many coastal townships, spectacular sites, interesting stories, national parks and native wildlife. Natural Treasures Touring have sourced unique and stunning accommodation, high above the Great Ocean Road looking over the Southern Ocean. Their many stories of the region are enhanced by revealing original artefacts from the 1878 Loch Ard shipwreck and written material contained in several treasure chests. This unique interpretive theme gives guests a rare insight into the region.

Highlights

Stay in a private ocean view villa near the Southern Ocean
We carry original artefacts from the Loch Ard shipwreck
Morning sunlight to illuminate the famous Twelve Apostles
Travel in a micro group (maximum of 8 passengers)

Places You'll See

We Use Award Winning Restaurants Like Chris's Restaurant For Their Food But Also For The Amazing Ocean Views.

The Rainforest Walk Is A Highlight For Many Of Our Guests

Amazing Views From Your Accommodation

12 Apostles

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Great Ocean Road

Location: Great Ocean Road

Accommodation: Beacon Point Ocean View Villas or similar

Accommodation Name: Chris's Beacon Point

Meals Included: Dinner

Melbourne, Great Otway National Park & Apollo Bay Get picked up from Melbourne and depart the city. Drive along vast volcanic plains before enjoying the modern Geelong waterfront. Begin the journey on the Great Ocean Road at Torquay, making a few scenic stops along the coast. Witness eastern grey kangaroos in the wild.

As you wind along the road, learn about its history as a war memorial, and see the famous Memorial Arch. After lunch, in the picturesque seaside town of Lorne we continue down the road to spot koalas and native birds along the Kennett River.

Visit Apollo Bay before checking into our ocean view villas. Relax in a private villa with hilltop views of the Southern Ocean. Eat dinner at Chris's Beacon Point, a beautiful 'Chefs Hat” award-winning restaurant with an extensive menu that utilizes great local produce in a modern Greek-Australian way.

Day 2 : Port Campbell

Location: Port Campbell

Meals Included: Breakfast

Shipwreck Coast, Twelve Apostles & Port Campbell Eat breakfast at Bay Leaf Cafe—a local favourite—before you head into the Otway Ranges where we enjoy a rainforest walk to then on to the Shipwreck Coast. Stop at Castle Cove overlooking the Aire River Valley, and learn from your guide about the strong influence of the Aboriginal people, who have lived on the coast for thousands of years. Also learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed the area.

Admire the Twelve Apostles in the morning light—the best possible time to see these famous sea stacks—before having the chance to walk on the coastal boardwalks or treat yourself to a coastal helicopter flight. Visit the site of a 19th-century shipwreck and hear the harrowing tale of stormy seas, jagged cliffs, and watery deaths, before encountering a few original artefacts recovered from the wreck.

Eat lunch at Port Campbell—a small fishing village with a few choices between cafés and local restaurants. After lunch, drive west along a less-traveled route to see London Bridge, Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, and Boat Bay before heading inland through open farmland on the way back to Melbourne, getting dropped off in the city centre in the early evening.

What's Included

1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Accommodation

4 star
Entrance Fees
Fully Guided
Local Taxes
Meals – Half Board

2 course dinner and full breakfast

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Country Entry Visas
Drinks with Meals

Alcoholic beverages
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

Not available
Game Drives on Safari
International Travel
Meals – Breakfast Only
Meals – Full Board
Tipping and Gratuities
Train Tickets

Mode of Transport

We use Toyota Granvia or Renault Master Van depending on the size of the group

Accommodation

Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant & Villas or Beacon Point Ocean View Villas
Subject to availability

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Check out our Q&As

Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, they are.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

There is a possibility to join the tour after it has started for people who are staying in Geelong.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Our guests tend to be 60+ and whilst we take people from all parts of the world, the majority are from UK, Europe, Canada, US, New Zealand and Australia.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We have successfully completed a Covid Ready program by the Australian Tourism Export Council
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

For any reason, if you have to change your travel date please contact us for potential reschedule the tour. You can amend or cancel tour up until 7 days before departure date.

Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All our accommodation are meeting the local, state and national health and safety regulation. They are assessed by an independent organisation on a regualar bases
What documents will I receive before I travel?

We don't normally issue any vouchers for our passengers but if you prefer to have something in writing we can always provide you with a document.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Australian Natural Treasures has been running tours since 1998

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Pierre

2 Day Great Ocean Road

10-Jan-2023

The whole 2 day experience was wonderful! Pierre, our guide was easy going, friendly, accommodating and a wealth of knowledge. The tour was exactly as described and all advertised locations were visited with the history or a story forthcoming. There was a small group of 6 in our case. The overnight accommodation at Beacon Point Ocean View villas was unique with amazing views. The dinner at Chris's was superb! Breakfast (also included) was a good variety and plentiful servings in a very pleasant little cafe. Definitely recommend Australian Natural Treasures(ANT) touring company! Magic and moments rather than names and numbers!

Sequoia16 US

A perfect couple of days

30-Nov-2019

I went on a wonderful two-day Great Ocean Road Tour that combined wildlife and landscape viewing, some walking, and great dining. Jeremy was an incredible guide: knowledgeable and informative, fun, helpful, patient and caring. He even managed to get the right weather at the right places: sun, wind at the 12 apostles, fog and drizzle in the rainforest and wind and rain for our 10 minute stop at Loch Ard. It was a really perfect trip!

Freedom31091985367

Super

31-Jan-2024

My wife and I took the two-day Ocean Road tour. We had a wonderful time. Jeremy, the guide was terrific. He is very knowledgeable of the history, geography and culture of the area. Also, he was a lot of fun. The accommodations (and food) were excellent. We would highly recommend this tour.

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