2-Day Great Ocean Road Adventure

Day 1: Melbourne to Apollo Bay

Melbourne, Australia

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hardware Societe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Hardware Societe, known for its tasty eggs benedict and French toast to fuel you for the day ahead.
From Hardware Societe, head to Princes Highway (M1) towards Geelong.
AUD30, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Geelong Waterfront

Take a short stop at Geelong Waterfront to enjoy the scenery, with its colourful bollards and refreshing sea breezes.
Continue driving on M1 towards Torquay.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Torquay & Bells Beach

Stop at Torquay for some surf culture and don't miss the iconic Bells Beach, celebrated as a surfing hotspot.
Drive along the Great Ocean Road (B100) to Apollo Bay.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Apollo Bay Hotel

Savour a classic pub lunch at Apollo Bay Hotel, where you can enjoy fresh seafood with views of the ocean.
After lunch, check into your accommodation nearby.
AUD50, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Great Otway National Park

Head to Great Otway National Park, where you can explore lush rainforest and marvel at the stunning waterfalls.
Navigate through the park trails to find the waterfalls.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Chris's Beacon Point

Wrap up your day with a fine dining experience at Chris's Beacon Point, offering spectacular ocean views and gourmet meals.
After dinner, return to your accommodation for the night.
AUD80, 2 hours
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Day 2: Apollo Bay to Melbourne via Port Campbell

Apollo Bay, Australia

7:30AM

Breakfast at Apollo Bay Bakery

Grab a fresh pastry and coffee at the Apollo Bay Bakery, a local favourite to energise you before the day's adventure.
Drive towards Port Campbell.
AUD20, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit the Twelve Apostles

One of the highlights of the Great Ocean Road, the Twelve Apostles are stunning limestone formations along the coast.
Continue along B100 to the Twelve Apostles Visitor Centre.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Loch Ard Gorge

Discover the beauty of Loch Ard Gorge, with dramatic cliffs and rock formations that tell a maritime history.
Take the scenic walk from the carpark to the gorge.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at The Lord Nelson

Enjoy a hearty lunch at The Lord Nelson, located close to Port Campbell, offering a varied menu with local produce.
After lunch, continue your journey back towards Melbourne.
AUD60, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Port Campbell National Park

Take a leisurely hike in Port Campbell National Park and enjoy coastal views, ideal for nature lovers.
Drive through the park's finger of coastal roads.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Drive Back to Melbourne

Wrap up your trip with a drive back through the iconic Great Ocean Road scenery, reminiscing about all the stunning sights you've seen.
Follow the B100 back towards M1.
Free, 2.5 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Supernormal

Finish your memorable road trip with dinner at Supernormal, where irresistible modern Asian fare awaits you in Melbourne.
Return your rental car and head to Supernormal in the city.
AUD100, 1.5 hours
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