The Great Ocean Road | Intrepid Travel AU

Australia’s answer to Route 66 practically speaks for itself.

The Great Ocean Road is a winding coastal route of sandstone cliffs and dense rainforest hinterland that stretches all the way from Torquay in the East to Allansford in the West. While the region is famous for its Twelve Apostles, there are plenty of local secrets to be found if you’re willing to take the time: visit the iconic lighthouse at Airey’s Inlet, spend a night among the green hills of Apollo Bay, or walk through the treetops of the Otway Ranges. Just make sure to stretch your neck muscles in advance: there are head-turning views around every loopy bend.

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Flinders Ranges in South Australia

Melbourne to Alice Springs Overland

10 Days From $1,480

Travel through the winding roads of Australia's most famous scenic drive, the Great...

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Melbourne to Darwin Overland

17 Days From $3,580

Travel through Australia's amazing Great Ocean Road, through the Flinders Ranges and...

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The Pinnacles, Grampians National Park, Victoria, Australia

Great Ocean Road Adventure ex Adelaide

2 Days From $455

See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge and Grampians National Park on a...

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The Pinnacles at Grampians National Park, Victoria, Australia

Great Ocean Road Adventure ex Adelaide

2 Days From $340

See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge and Grampians National Park on a...

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The Twelve Apostles at Sunset, Victoria, Australia

Great Ocean Road Adventure ex Melbourne

3 Days From $680

See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge on a journey along the Great...

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The Pinnacles at Grampians National Park, Victoria, Australia

Great Ocean Road Adventure ex Melbourne

3 Days From $450

See the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge on a journey along the Great...

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Lochard Gorge on the Great Ocean Road

Kangaroo Island and the Great Ocean Road Adventure (Basix)

4 Days From $850

From Adelaide, savour the incredible natural environment of Kangaroo Island – with its...

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Melbourne to Perth Overland

13 Days From $2,190

Start in the world's most liveable city of Melbourne and head west on the iconic Great...

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Kangaroo Island Seal

Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island Adventure

5 Days From $960

From Melbourne, head along the Great Ocean Road – see the see the Twelve Apostles, Loch...

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