What are the most popular tour routes from Melbourne?

Tours from Melbourne primarily focus on two main routes. The coastal journey along the Great Ocean Road takes travelers through Apollo Bay and to the Twelve Apostles with stops in coastal towns like Lorne. The Uluru route requires a flight to Australia's Red Centre where visitors stay in Yulara at places like the Desert Gardens Hotel or Lost Camel Hotel. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The scenic route along the Great Ocean Road was beautiful. We were given sufficient time at each point of interest to enjoy the experience."

What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting in Melbourne?

Melbourne tours feature a range of places to stay from city hotels to regional properties. The central business district offers established hotels like the Crowne Plaza and Sofitel Wentworth. Along the Great Ocean Road travelers often stay at local spots such as Chris's Beacon Point Villas in Apollo Bay or the Royal Mail Hotel in Dunkeld. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The accommodation was of an extremely high standard on each of the three days in apartment style accommodation."

What's included in group tour meals departing Melbourne?

Tour packages typically cover daily breakfast and select other meals at local restaurants. Great Ocean Road itineraries often feature dining at well-known spots like Chris's Restaurant at Beacon Point and the Royal Mail Hotel in Dunkeld. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Food quality and choices have been excellent with veggie options available. All restaurants have been preselected and excited not only me but the entire group."

What cultural experiences are typically included in Melbourne at the start of tours?

Tours often begin with Aboriginal experiences in the city. These include walks with Koorie Heritage Trust guides along the Yarra River visits to Aboriginal art at the Ian Potter Centre and meals at Indigenous-owned establishments like Big Esso by Mabu Mabu. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Learning about Aboriginal culture and stories of Melbourne while walking along the Yarra River with our Indigenous guide was an incredible way to start the tour."

What are the most popular day trips from Melbourne included in longer tours?

Day trips from Melbourne center around three main destinations: the Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles (12-14 hours) Phillip Island for the Penguin Parade (8-10 hours) and wine tasting in the Yarra Valley. Most tours use hotels like the Victoria Hotel or InterContinental Melbourne as starting points. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The Great Ocean Road tour was incredible - watching surfers catch waves and seeing the striking limestone stacks along the dramatic shoreline was unforgettable."

What transport options are available from Melbourne Airport to tour starting points?

The main ways to reach central Melbourne hotels are by taxi or the SkyBus service. The trip usually takes 20-30 minutes to hotels like the Victoria Hotel or InterContinental Melbourne. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The SkyBus was an easy option to reach our starting hotel in the city dropping us right in the heart of Melbourne where our tour began."

Australia Tours from Melbourne

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10 best Australia tour packages from Melbourne

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10-Day Australia Starter Package - Private
4.4 (5 traveler reviews)
"The transferts on time every thing was perfect."
Karla, traveled in April
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Melbourne, St Kilda, Sydney, Bondi Beach, Bondi, Cairns,Palm Cove,Fitzroy Island,Daintree National Park+3 more
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Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours
2.6 (5 traveler reviews)
"This tour was one of the most thoughtful and rewarding trips I've ever taken. In 12 days, we experienced the heart, soul, and wild beauty of Australia."
Zerene, traveled in December
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Apollo Bay, Otway,Twelve Apostles Marine National Park,Loch Ard Gorge,London Bridge,Yulara,Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,Uluru,Cairns,Port Douglas,Daintree National Park,Mossman Gorge,Cape Tribulation,Sydney,Bondi Beach,Blue Mountains+14 more
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All Ages Welcome
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English
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US$4,368per person
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Introducing Australia – Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Phillip Island, Apollo Bay, Sydney,Blue Mountains,Cairns,Fitzroy Island,Green Island National Park+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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East Australia
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English
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Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd
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US$2,427per person
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【Melbourne】All Inclusive Discover 6 Days Touring Packages
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Phillip Island, Ballarat, Halls Gap,Grampians National Park,MacKenzie Falls,Great Ocean Road,Great Otway National Park,Port Campbell National Park,Yarra Valley+6 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Great Ocean RoadEast AustraliaVictoria+2 more
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English
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Delightful Travel
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15-Day Great Australian Adventure - Private
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"We had a great time & it went very smoothly. I appreciate also that she would contact us to see how things were going."
Stanley, traveled in March
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Melbourne, St Kilda, Uluru,Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,Yulara,Sydney,Bondi Beach,Gold Coast,Surfers Paradise,Mount Tamborine,Springbrook,Currumbin,Cairns,Kuranda,Daintree National Park+12 more
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All Ages Welcome
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East Australia
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English
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Vio Travel
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US$2,241per person
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Melbourne to Adelaide 2 Day Tour - via Great Ocean Road & Grampians
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"What a beautiful way to travel from Melbourne to Adelaide!"
Tiziana, traveled in April
Duration
2 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Apollo Bay, Great Otway National Park,Port Campbell,Grampians National Park,Bordertown,Adelaide+4 more
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Ages 6+
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English
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Autopia Tours
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Iconic Australia: A 12-Day Grand Discovery
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We had an absolutely incredible time on our trip to Australia."
Hillary, traveled in May
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Sydney
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All Ages Welcome
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Great Barrier Reef
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English
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Melbourne to Kangaroo Island Adventure
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Daylesford, Ballarat, Anglesea, Apollo Bay,Port Campbell,Warrnambool,Grampians,Stawell,Adelaide,Penneshaw,Kangaroo Island,Kingscote,Cape Jervis+9 more
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Ages 15+
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Intrepid Travel
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Melbourne to Sydney Adventure
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Eden,Merimbula,Booderee National Park,Sydney+3 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Regions
Australia South CoastMount Kosciuszko+1 more
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Intrepid Travel
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Solo-ish Australia
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Yulara, Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs,Sydney,Manly,Cairns,Kuranda,Great Barrier Reef+5 more
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Ages 12+
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G Adventures
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Essence of Australia 14 Days
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The whole tour went quite smoothly and we thoroughly enjoyed Australia!!"
Mary, traveled in May
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Cairns, Gold Coast, Sydney
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Great Barrier ReefEast Australia+1 more
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English
Operator
Vio Travel
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3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide Overland Adventure Tour (Accommodated)
4.5 (12 traveler reviews)
"Friendly and funny and hospitality was sensational."
Nathan, traveled in December
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Apollo Bay, Warrnambool, Grampians, Halls Gap,Grampians National Park,MacKenzie Falls,Adelaide+3 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
Great Ocean RoadEast AustraliaVictoriaGrampians+3 more
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Autopia Tours
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The Great Ocean Road Melbourne - Adelaide 4 day 3 night Tour
5.0 (61 traveler reviews)
"Nikki said she wouldn't let us down and worked with us so we got our tour when we needed it."
Alfred, traveled in April
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell, Port Fairy,Naracoorte,Adelaide+2 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Great Ocean RoadVictoria+1 more
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3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Melbourne Loop Tour (Accommodated)
4.3 (7 traveler reviews)
"Tour was fantastic! So many animals in nature and great landscapes."
Ross, traveled in October
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Geelong, Anglesea, Apollo Bay,Great Otway National Park,Loch Ard Gorge,Warrnambool,Grampians National Park,Halls Gap,MacKenzie Falls,Ararat,Beaufort+8 more
Age Range
Ages 6+
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Great Ocean RoadVictoria+1 more
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Welcome to Melbourne
4.9 (148 traveler reviews)
"It's great to know, that you have someone to call or to Text the whole time you are here in australia."
MadelineAndres, traveled in September
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Phillip Island
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Regions
East AustraliaGippslandVictoriaPhillip Island+3 more
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Operator
Welcome To Travel
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