A wooden staircase and boardwalk overlooking the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks at sunset.
Wildlife & Nature

Intrepid Travel: Great Ocean Road & Grampians Adventure

Melbourne

Adelaide

6 days, 5 nights

Guided Small Group Tours

From: $2,574 pp

Tour overview

Spot native wildlife, soak up southern coastal vistas and learn about First Nations culture on this road trip along Victoria’s coastline. From hiking the Pinnacle Walk to the summit of Hanging Rock, to visiting a local conservation centre in Apollo Bay and learning about Budj Bim with a Gunditijmara guide – this road trip is all about culture, nature and adventure.

Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip includes some long drives on winding roads. Travel sickness tablets are recommended for those who experience severe motion sickness.
  • 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.
  • Minimum age: 15 years old.

*This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. Please consult your Travel Specialist for details on itinerary variations outside these dates.*

Tour highlights & inclusion

6 days / 5 nights
2 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Melbourne

Adelaide

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Price pp from

NZD $2,574

Trip itinerary

Welcome to Melbourne! Or Narrm, in the language of the Wurundjeri people, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Melbourne is now located. Melbourne is the unofficial foodie capital of Australia, most famous for its fine-brewed specialty coffee. It's recommended that you arrive a few extra days before your adventure starts if you want to experience all this city has to offer. Today, you’ll meet your group leader and fellow travellers at 8 am for a welcome meeting. Then, start your journey along the Great Southern Touring Route. Your first stop today is Hanging Rock Reserve for the Pinnacle Walk and views over the Grampians and Halls Gap. Your leader will guide you to the summit and share the area’s importance to local First Nations groups. Next, drive to Daylesford to grab lunch and if it’s Sunday, wander the local fresh produce market. Your next destination is the historic goldfield town of Ballarat, where you’ll stay tonight. Perhaps visit Sovereign Hill or the Art Gallery of Ballarat, with the afternoon and evening at your leisure.

It’s very important that you are on time to begin your tour as we will head out on the road right away. Find more details in the ‘Joining Point Instructions’ section of your Essential Trip Information. We recommend spending a night before your tour begins in Melbourne. The summit walk at Hanging Rock Reserve, is a Grade 3 (moderate) walk, with a steep uphill section that requires some walking over rocks. It is a 1.8 km return walk taking around 50 minutes. For those that would prefer a more accessible option there is also the 1.8km (30 minutes) base walk loop or the 2.3 km (40 minutes) creek walk.

Activities:

  • Hanging Rock - Summit Walk
  • Daylesford - Sunday Market

Staying in:

  • Hotel (1 night)
Two women dining on a wooden deck overlooking the green landscape at Budj Bim.

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Inclusions

Budj Bim National Park - Cultural Landscape Walking Tour with Local Aboriginal Guide

Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park Day Walk

Great Ocean Road

Pinnacle Walk to Hanging Rock

Wildlife Wonders conservation discovery

Twelve Apostles

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