Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade & Melbourne City Tour
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April 2026
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What you can expect
Experience three of Melbourne's top tours with this exciting package! Start your adventure with the Great Ocean Road Small Group Eco Tour, booked for the date you select during checkout. Explore Victoria's stunning Surf Coast, visit beautiful beaches, and learn about the Shipwreck Coast's history at Loch Ard Gorge. Don’t miss the iconic 12 Apostles and Gibson Steps, offering breathtaking coastal views.
On Day 2, enjoy the Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Group Eco Tour. After your Great Ocean Road tour, you’ll be scheduled for the following day. Visit the colourful Brighton Beach Boxes, encounter native wildlife at the award-winning Moonlit Wildlife Conservation Park, and witness the magical Penguin Parade as little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
As a bonus, you’ll receive the Melbourne City Discovery Tour for free, valued at $89 AUD per person. Choose the day that works best for you to dive into Melbourne’s vibrant culture and rich history. Visit iconic landmarks like St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Shrine of Remembrance, and the Melbourne Cricket Ground Forecourt.
This package is designed to help you experience the best of Melbourne and its surroundings, all in one unforgettable trip!
Location
What you need to know
- Book Great Ocean Road Tour on your chosen date.
- Phillip Island Tour is scheduled for the next day.
- Contact Go West Tours (via email at info@gowest.com.au, by phone at +61 3 9485 5290, or on WhatsApp at +61 479 146 937) to book your free City Tour on any date.
- Select hotel pick-ups and drop-offs within Melbourne City (only for the Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island Tour)
- Audio guide available in 16 different languages
- Passionate & professional guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach with upgraded seating
- Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
- Great Ocean Road Full-day tour: Morning tea and National Park Entry Fees
- Phillip Island Full-day tour: Penguin Parade Standard Viewing, Moonlit Sanctuary Entry Ticket
- Melbourne City Discovery half-day tour (FREE, valued at $89pp)
- Meals and beverages but you're welcome to bring your own
- No hotel pick up for the Melbourne City Highlights Tour (central meeting point only)
- Pick up times for Great Ocean Road Tour: 7:00 am to 8:00 am | The tour returns to Melbourne at approximately 8:30 to 9:30 pm
- Pick up times for Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour Tour: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (seasonal) | The tour returns to Melbourne at approximately 9:30 pm to 12:00 am (seasonal)
- Pick up times for morning Melbourne City Highlights Tour: 9:00 am or 10:00 am (seasonal) | The tour returns to the Immigration Museum at 12:30 or 1:30 pm (seasonal)
- Pick up times for afternoon Melbourne City Highlights Tour (only available on selected days): 2:15 pm | The tour returns to the Immigration Museum at 5:45 pm
- The Great Ocean Road tour is approximately 12 hours in duration
- The Phillip Island tour is approximately nine to 12 hours (seasonal variations)
- The city tour is approximately three hours and 30 minutes in duration
- Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island Day Tour only: This experience departs from select hotels within Melbourne City. Kindly note that the listed hotels on this listing may not be the exact pick-up point for your tour. The tour operator will confirm the most accessible pick-up location with you shortly. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Go West Tours via email at info@gowest.com.au, by phone at +61 3 9485 5290, or on WhatsApp at +61 479 146 937.
- Melbourne City Highlights Tour: Central pick up point from the corner of Market and Flinders Streets, next to the Immigration Museum (400 Flinders Street). Please do not wait at or block the museum’s main entrance.
- Dress according to the weather (we recommend checking the weather app before your tour to pick the best outfit, but keep in mind that Melbourne's weather can be unpredictable. It’s a good idea to wear light clothing along with some warm layers just in case)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Refillable water bottle
- Snacks (there will be meal stops, but feel free to bring your own if preferred)
- Power bank (there are no charging options on the bus or at many stops)
- Credit/debit card for any additional purchases
- Please note that the Great Ocean Road and the Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tours cannot be swapped.
- If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Go West Tours via email at info@gowest.com.au, by phone at +61 3 9485 5290, or on WhatsApp at +61 479 146 937.
- Maximum number of 24 guests
- Adult prices apply for ages 16 and above
- Child prices apply for ages 15 and below
- Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage and walkers cannot be brought on board
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible
- The touring vehicles lack ramps, handrails or onboard storage space for mobility aids
- Flash photography is not permitted at the Penguin Parade due to animal welfare concerns.
- You can change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience.
- No changes are allowed within 24 hours of the experience start time.
- Late arrivals or no-shows will result in forfeiture of your experience, with no refunds or rebooking options available.
- Please note that a “cancellation” also includes a change to the date of a tour booking that requires the original booking to be cancelled.
- All modifications (rebookings, cancellations, or refunds) must be made through the booking platform. The booking platform will inform the tour operator of any changes.
- Your pickup time may differ from the stated time on your voucher. The tour operator will contact you directly via email shortly after booking with your actual pickup time.
- All our tours are conducted in English however you can access tour information in other languages with the free Go West Tours App and your own headphones.
- Tour takes place rain or shine.
- Return time for the Great Ocean Road Day Tour: 20:30 to 21:30
- Return time for the Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour: 21:00 to 24:00 (seasonal)
- Return time for the Melbourne City Highlights Tour: 12:30 or 13:30 (seasonal) - morning departure | 17:45 - afternoon departure
- Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage and walkers cannot be brought on board
Recent reviews
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GREAT OCEAN ROAD TOUR with 12 Apostles and Loch Ard.
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour from start to finish. Easy pick up, and the trip and driver were great. His knowledge of the tour and the area was exceptional. Even the weather did not deter the tour, as was a wet day. All in all, was an all round great day and would recommend to anyone.
Review for Great Ocean Road Day Tour with Melbourne Transfers
Good tour, good guide and good quality time. Will be back again next trip.
Really nice one day trip! Go West Tours pick me up at the hotel so comfortable. That day was rainy all day but could see sunset so beautifully also Frank is really really friendly with us. Worth to pay ! Thank you for this trip will be recommend to my friends.
Review for Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour from Melbourne - Full Day