3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide Great Ocean Road & Grampians Nationhal Park Tour

Tour Details

Operator

Get Lost Travel

Destinations

Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Grampians, Torquay, Bells Beach, Halls Gap, Lorne and Angelsea

Departs From

Melbourne

Tour Description

Departs Melbourne: Wednesdays (all year) and Sundays (all year)
Returns Adelaide: Approx 7pm.

Day 1 (L)

Bells Beach-Enjoy some complimentary morning tea/coffee as we watch the surfers at Bells Beach.
Memorial Arch (Eastern View)-Take some pictures at the historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.
Beach Walk-Go for a stroll along some of the most beautiful beaches in the world
Lorne & Anglesea-Feel the small town coastal vibe as we cruise through these picturesque seaside villages.
Spot wild Koalas / Wildlife viewing at Kennet River-See how many Koalas you can find at Kennet River. Get amongst beautiful bird: King Parrots, Crimson rosellas and look out for the famous Kookaburra.
Free Restaurant Lunch At Iluka (Apollo Bay)-Enjoy a range of Lunch options such as Chicken, Fish, Beef or Vegetarian meals from one of the nicest restaurant in Apollo Bay (Iluka!).
Otway's Rainforest (Mait's Rest)-Take a guided bushwalk through this very rare, ancient and cool temperate rainforest. You'll feel dwarfed as you stroll past some of the tallest trees in the world. The path is an easy 800 metres circular walk and can be slippery at places. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Twelve Apostles-View the beautiful limestone stacks that form the mighty Twelve Apostles. Treat yourself to an optional helicopter flight for an extra $75 (Weather & Time permitting).
Loch Ard Gorge-A beautiful vista of towerng cliffs, a sparkling blue-green sea with a small sandy beach. This gorge derives its name from one of Victoria's most tragic shipwrecks more then 120 years ago. Take a short walk to view the famous Razorback & Salt and pepper shakers or just laze on the beach at the bottom of the gorge.
London Bridge- London Bridge has fallen down....BUT it still makes a stunning photo opportunity and has a great story behind it.
Cudgee Creek Wildlife Park- Enjoy a hands-on wildlife approach. Feed many species of kangaroos, wallabies, hold snakes, a baby koala and watch the antics of flying foxes, emus, sugar gliders, kookaburas, koalas and a variety of waterbirds. Get among the birds with a stroll in a walk through aviary. Great photo opportunities.
Overnight stay at Warnambool Beach Backpackers-Spend the night in Warnambool's best backpackers, just a stone throw away from the beach.

Day 2 (B,D)

Free Optional Activities-If you feel energetic, get up early and use some of the free hostel equipment. Go for a bike ride, grab a fishing rod or ask for a boogie board and hit the beach. The amazing clifftop walk here is definately recommended.
Whale Watching (Winter only)-Look for whales at Logans Beach as they make their way around the Southern Coast of Australia.
Visit Tower Hill National Park-Victoria's first National Park is a 30 000 year old extinct volcano. Originally the land of the local Koroitgundidj people is now a wildlife wonderland full of Koalas, Emus, Kangaroos, Magpie Geese, Echidnas, Possums as well as waterbirds.
Hamilton-Have lunch and take a stroll throught this historic city. Hamilton claims to be " The wool capital of the world", based on its strong historical links to sheep grazing, which continue today.
Mount Rouse-Take a walk to the very top of this extinct volcano, believed to be over 2 million years old and enjoy spectacular views of lava fields and surrounding landscape. On a clear day you can see the ocean to the south and Grampians to the north.
Hollow mountain- Explore the breathtaking beauty of massive sandstone outcrops and eucalypt covered slopes of The Northern Grampians. This 2 hour long hike will take you through a densly vegetated gully and up to the base of iron-stained cliff. A short uphill scramble to the top completes the walk and offers breathtaking views of the Northern Grampians and the Wimmera plains
Aussie BBQ- Help to cook a true blue Aussie BBQ for tonight's dinner in the Grampians National Park.
Overnight stay in Ned's Beds at Halls Gap-Spent the night in the heart of the Grampians National park.

Day 3 (B)


Tour the Grampians National Park-Home to the Kangaroos, Wallabies, Koalas, Emus, Birds, Echidnas and many other Australian creatures as well as an abundant array of plant life. Trully a wildlife, waterfall, walking wonderland!
Bellfield Lake-Take a stroll along the lake's shore and breathe the fresh mountain air. This ever popular walking and picknicking spot is just a short drive from Hall's Gap.
Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre-Learn about the history and culture of Jardwadjali and Djab Wurring Aboriginal tribes. Surrounding gardens are a great place to relax and spot more wildlife.
McKenzie Falls, Clematis Falls-A plesant, 1.8 km return walk on a well maintained path. This will take you to the beautiful Falls. The walk commences from the heart of the Grampians.
Halls Gap-Spend time in Halls Gap and get your lunch in numerous cafes or restaurants. Try a classic Aussie pie or traditional gelato.
Bunjill's Shelter-Bunjil, the almighty Grampians creator, was the leading figure in spiritual life of local Abroginal people. The only known rock art painting of Bunjil, is found on the way to Stawell.


What to Bring: 2 Litres, hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, warm and cool clothing, flashlight, toiletries, rain jacket, towel, insect repellent, camera and a sense of adventure!

Tour includes:
Domr accomodation, morning tea, all park entry fees, 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, courtesy inner city accomodation pick up.

** Popular pick up times and locations:

Melbourne Oasis YHA: (76 Chapman St, North Melbourne) - 6:50 am
Melbourne Metro YHA: (78 Howard St, North Melbourne) - 6:55 am
The Nunnery: (116 Nicholson St) - 7:05 am
Victoria Hall: (Corner Russel St & McKenzie St) - 7:25 am
Hotel Discovery: (167 Franklin St) - 7:10 am
Nomads Industry: (196 A'Beckett St) - 7:15 am
St. Paul's Cathedral: (Cnr Flinders St & Swanston St) - 7:20 am
Exford Hotel: (Corner Little Bourke St & Russel St) - 7:25 am
King Street Backpackers: (Corner of Little Bourke and King St) - 7:35 am
Holiday Inn: (Corner Spencer St and Flinders Lane) - 7:45 am
Base Backpackers: (17 Carlisle St, St Kilda) - 7:20 am
Habitat HQ: (333 St Kilda Road, St Kilda) - 7:25 am
Coffee Palace: (Corner of Grey and Jackson St, St Kilda) - 7:35 am
Urban Central: (334 City Road, Southbank) - 7:55 am


NB: Our courtesy bus will pick you up from one of the locations listed above. If your location is not listed above please give us a call to sort out a pick up location.