3 Day Adelaide to Melbourne Overland Journey - Standard
Australia Trips & Tours: Adelaide
- OPERATED BY: AUTOPIA TOURS
- SEASON: 1st Oct 2020 - 31st Mar 2023
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, arriving early evening.
Depart the city through the Adelaide Hills enroute to the Grampians National Park. Travelling through the western plains of Victoria, watch as the mountain range slowly grows on approach. Hike to the base of Mackenzie Falls and explore other famed lookouts of The Balconies and Boroka Lookout before checking in for the night in the heart of the Grampians; Halls Gap.
Meals: Dinner
Accom: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite) or similar alternative
Driving Distance: 510km
Hike Distance: 2km
Start the day with a hike up to the iconic Pinnacle lookout with an amazing view over the Grampians. Later, visit the Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano, rich in Aboriginal history and an abundance of 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. (dinner and beverages at guests own expense).
Meals: Breakfast
Accom: —TBA Private Rooms— (with ensuite) or similar alternative
Driving Distance: 190km
Hike Distance: 4.5km
The last day is a journey along the historic Great Ocean Road. Beginning with the highlights of the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & London Bridge. Embark on a guided rainforest walk before lunch in the popular seaside town of Apollo Bay. Follow the road to its end as it twists and turns with stops at Memorial Arch and a famous surf beach or two. Arriving in Melbourne in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Accom: N/A
Driving Distance: 360km
6+ years and over
*6-17 yrs old must share a Twin/Double with an accompanying adult
In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.
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The customer shall comply with all Government (Federal, State and Territory) COVID entry restrictions and vaccination guidelines or testing requirements for entry into Australia and/or at the time of travel for tour and transport services. Our business is a fully vaccinated workplace.
BLACK OUT DATES
26DEC, 29DEC 2021, 02JAN 2022 / 25DEC, 28DEC 2022, 01JAN 2023
DEPARTURE SCHEDULE
Wed (Apr-Oct) / Wed & Sun (Nov-Mar)
TOUR DURATION
3 Days / 2 Nights
PASSENGERS
Min 9 – Max 23
DEPARTURE TIME
06:45
DEFAULT DEPARTURE LOCATION
Adelaide Central YHA – 135 Waymouth St, Adelaide
ALLOCATIONS
On Request
RETURN TIME
17:30
DEFAULT RETURN LOCATION
Immigration Museum – 400 Flinders St cnr Market St, Melbourne
RELEASE PERIOD
30 Days
FITNESS LEVEL
Moderate
TOUR LANGUAGE
English
AUDIO TRANSLATION APP
None