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3 Day Adelaide to Melbourne Overland Adventure Tour (Accommodated)

Name: 3 Day Adelaide to Melbourne Overland Adventure Tour (Accommodated)
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 548.48 USD
Availability: InStock

-6%

Country:

Australia

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

166369

Operator:

Autopia Tours
Length:

3 days
Group size:

24 pax
Age:

6 to 75
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Between Adelaide and Melbourne lies the Grampians National Park, known for its towering mountain ranges, rocky peaks, and roaring waterfalls. This 3-day tour includes accommodation in the heart of the Grampians surrounded by kangaroos and cockatoos! Travel south to the Shipwreck Coast and visit the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and other stunning locations before continuing the journey to Melbourne along the Great Ocean Road.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Overland touring experience from Adelaide to Melbourne
Grampians National Park, hike the Pinnacles trails
Beautiful lookouts and waterfalls
Learn about Aboriginal culture
Journey along the Great Ocean Road
Visit the iconic rock formations of the 12 Apostles
Discover the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge
Explore Great Otway National Park & ancient rainforest
Australian Wildlife sightings, ie. koalas, kangaroos and emus in the wild

Tour program

Day 1

Adelaide to Grampians National Park

On the way to Grampians National Park, you will pass through Adelaide Hills, Bordertown, and over the border into Victoria. If time permits, you will also stop at Pink Lake Dimboola. Watch as the mountain range slowly grows as you travel through the western plains of Victoria on your way to the mountains. After hiking down to the base of Mackenzie Falls, we explore The Balconies/Reeds Lookout and Boroka Lookout panoramic views before staying the night in the heart of the Grampians in Halls Gap.

Meals: Dinner
Accom: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom) or similar alternative
Driving Distance: 520km
Hike Distance: 2km

Start point

135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide South Australia 5000, Australia

06:45

Day 2

Halls Gap - Warrnambool

The day begins with a hike up to the iconic Pinnacle lookout for a magnificent view of the Grampians National Park before heading south towards the coast. In the afternoon, the group will visit the Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano that is rich in Aboriginal history and teeming with wildlife. Finish the day with time to relax in the town of Warrnambool, before coming together for a group dinner and at a local hotspot.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accom: Warrnambool Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom)or similar alternative
Driving Distance: 190km
Hike Distance: 4.5km

Day 3

Great Ocean Road to Melbourne

On the last day of the trip, we will be traveling along the historic Great Ocean Road. Let's set the stage right from the beginning with a tour of the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & London Bridge. Take a guided rainforest walk through the Great Otway National Park before lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay, a popular destination for tourists. Follow the road to its end as it twists and turns with stops at the Historic Memorial Arch and a famous surf beach or two. Arriving in Melbourne in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast
Accom: N/A
Driving Distance: 375km

*Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures due to infrastructure road works.

End point

Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia

17:30

Tour Details

Accommodation

2 nights accommodation in a private room at a modern hostel with your travel partner. Anyone under the age of 18 must stay in a room with a guardian or parent (1 x night in Warrnambool, 1 x night in Halls Gap).

Fare Type Accommodation Options:

Basic Shared Accommodation (AM3-B) is restricted to Adults only 18+ years and over, as travellers stay in shared bunk bedrooms with communal bathrooms. Not suitable for children.
Private Double/Twin Room (AM3-S) is for Adults and Children, staying in a double or twin room with ensuite bathroom and must be purchased by Qty2 people staying together.
Private Single Room (AM3-P) is restricted to Adults only 18+ years old and over with ensuite. Room upgrades are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Transport

We operate this tour with a maximum of 21 passengers, our vehicles are 24-seater Mitsubishi Rosa buses. This vehicle makes for a safe & comfortable journey (air-conditioned), with large passenger windows for unobstructed views.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be offered to you whilst on tour. ie. Helicopter Scenic Flight over the 12 Apostles - payment can be made on arrival weather permitting.

Flights

As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

Additional Services

One-way transfer from Adelaide to Melbourne
2 Nights’ Accommodation (Halls Gap, Warrnambool)
Includes: 2 x Breakfasts, 2 x Dinners (guest participation)
All National Park pass entry fees
Guided bush walks (~6.5km, subject to fitness level)
Australian flora and fauna sightings
Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
Air-conditioned small group travel
Comprehensive local tour commentary
Selected Adelaide inner-city pick-up/drop-off point in Melbourne city

Additional Services

Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - plenty of opportunity will be provided to purchase food along the way or dine out with the group
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
Personal travel insurance is highly recommended.
Spending money for personal items.

Meals

Includes: 2 x Breakfasts, 2 x Dinners. Most of the meals are prepared by our tour guides with basic group-style food options and on occasions, they will be provided by our accommodation providers onsite. Guests are asked to participate in the preparation of meals, clean-up, and vehicle unpacking/loading as it’s a great way to get to know and connect with your fellow travelers.

Guide

These tours are delivered by professionally trained & accredited driver-guides.

Knowledgeable Tour Commentary
Highly Experienced Driver / Guide

Driven by curiosity and insider knowledge, our enthusiastic team is dedicated to providing adventures to inspiring locations across Australia. Our local Road Crew holds the key to discovering hidden treasures and is on hand to help you have the best time!

Good to know

Currency

Australian Dollar

Australia

Plugs and adapters

Plug type I

Customer reviews

Overall

4.7

Itinerary

4.6

Guide

Transport

4.6

Accommodation

4.2

Food

4.6

Operator

4.6

Faq Tour

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Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.