The Great Ocean Road&nbsp;Drive is known as Victoria&rsquo;s must-do road trip. From endless coastal views to mesmerizing windy roads and rugged limestone rock formations, this day tour is a great way to see the best sites and learn about the terrain&rsquo;s history without a large group of people getting in the way.

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Say goodbye to the city and hello to fresh coastal air! First stop is the&nbsp;surf coast for morning tea while spotting surfers out in the water. The close proximity to Antarctica will explain why wetsuits are a necessity for these skilled surfers.

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After morning tea, you will continue your journey, passing through charming seaside towns along the way, before stopping at the Great&nbsp;Ocean Road Memorial Arch. This monument marks the original starting point of the road and is a noteworthy piece of history to witness.

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After an informative talk on the soldiers who built the road, you will be stopping at Apollo Bay for lunch at a local cafe, where you can choose from an extensive menu. Feel free to explore the shops, pick up a souvenir, or simply take in the view and delicious ice cream, before getting back on the bus inland to the Green Coast. 

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Along the journey, your guide will show you some of the regular koala sighting spots, in hopes of seeing see one or two lounging among the eucalyptus tree branches.

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After, channel your inner adventurer with a rainforest walk in the Otway Ranges. Be amazed at the difference in scenery, passing by ferns and ancient relics including towering eucalyptus trees.

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Once out of the trees and back on the road, we&#39;ll arrive at the Port Campbell National Park, home to&nbsp;The 12 Apostles&ndash; magnificent rock stacks that rise up from the Southern Ocean. Grab your camera to take a few snaps, walk along the boardwalks or simply take in the awe-inspiring views of the eight remaining stacks.

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Next up is a famous shipwreck site, only a few minutes&rsquo; drive away. The Loch Ard Gorge and Shipwreck coast comprise Australia&rsquo;s most famous shipwreck, complete with a dramatic tale of Tom and Eva, which will be explained while exploring the site.

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Here you&rsquo;ll get the opportunity to explore the beach, where you can look out for caves and other stunning rock formations such as Razorback&nbsp;and the &lsquo;salt and pepper shakers&rsquo;.

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Say goodbye to the Great Ocean Road as you head back inland through Victoria&rsquo;s amazing countryside. If you&rsquo;re hungry, the tour will make a brief stop at <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colac,_Victoria">Colac</a>, a small country town with cafes, before continuing onward back to Melbourne.

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The Great Ocean Road Tour and Rainforest Walk – Full Day

The Great Ocean Road Drive is known as Victoria’s must-do road trip. From endless coastal views to mesmerizing windy roads and rugged limestone rock formations, this day tour is a great way to see the

The Great Ocean Road Tour and Rainforest Walk – Full Day

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