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."

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Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours
2.6 (5 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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Walk the Grampians Peaks Trail
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Grampians National Park, Halls Gap,MacKenzie Falls,Mount Rosea,Grampians,Dunkeld+4 more
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Ages 15+
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East AustraliaVictoriaGrampians+2 more
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Journeys: Discover Australia National Geographic
5.0 (2 reviews)
"I am happy to travel with you."
No, traveled in December
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Otway,Twelve Apostles Marine National Park,Uluru,Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,Sydney,Manly,Bondi Beach,Cairns,Mossman,Port Douglas+9 more
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Ages 12+
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National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
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Great Southern Journey: 40th Anniversary Loyalty Departure
Duration
12 days
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Melbourne, Twelve Apostles Marine National Park,Loch Ard Gorge,Warrnambool,Blue Lake,Penola,Mount Gambier,Hahndorf,Barossa Valley,Adelaide,Kangaroo Island,Flinders Chase National Park,Seal Bay+11 more
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Ages 18+
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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
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15-Day Great Australian Adventure - Private
5.0 (2 reviews)
"It was an excellent tour very well balance between the time spent in each place, the included hours, the hotels and transportation."
Ignacio, traveled in August
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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Vio Travel
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Melbourne to Adelaide 2 Day Tour - via Great Ocean Road & Grampians
5.0 (2 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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Phillip Island Penguin Tour with Koala Conservation Experience
4.9 (8 reviews)
"It exceeded all my expectations! The entire itinerary was exceptionally well-planned and stress-free."
香腸卷, traveled in June
Duration
1 day
Destinations
Melbourne, Phillip Island
Age Range
Ages 12+
Islands
Phillip Island
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Autopia Tours
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Iconic Australia: A 12-Day Grand Discovery
5.0 (1 review)
"We had an absolutely incredible time on our trip to Australia."
Hillary, traveled in May
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Sydney
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Great Barrier Reef
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English
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Vio Travel
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Melbourne to Kangaroo Island Adventure
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Halls Gap, Daylesford, Ballarat, Anglesea,Apollo Bay,Great Ocean Road,Twelve Apostles Marine National Park,Port Campbell National Park,Port Campbell,Warrnambool,Grampians National Park,Stawell,Adelaide,Penneshaw,Kangaroo Island,Kingscote,Seal Bay,Vivonne Bay,Flinders Chase National Park,Cape Jervis+16 more
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Ages 15+
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Walk Victoria's High Country
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Mount Buffalo National Park, Bright,Falls Creek,Bogong High Plains,Alpine National Park Bogong Unit+3 more
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Ages 15+
Regions
East AustraliaVictoriaAlps+2 more
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Intrepid Travel
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Essence of Australia 14 Days
4.3 (3 reviews)
"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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10-Day Australia Starter Package - Private
4.4 (5 reviews)
"It was freaking amazing!"
Samantha, traveled in October
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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All Ages Welcome
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East Australia
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3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide Overland Adventure Tour (Accommodated)
4.5 (12 reviews)
"The scenic route along the Great Ocean Road was beautiful. We were given sufficient time at each point of in interest to enjoy the experience."
Pathmavathee, traveled in August
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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3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Melbourne Loop Tour (Accommodated)
4.3 (7 reviews)
"We leave from Melbourne at 7 am and after that moment he started to explain a lot of interesting information about the area, the history of the place."
MichelaBondioli, traveled in March
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
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Ages 6+
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Great Ocean RoadVictoria+1 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 reviews)
"Fabulous tour, taking in the sights along the Great Ocean Road and then on to Adelaide. We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 days on he tour and would highly recommend it."
Angie, traveled in February
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell, Port Fairy,Naracoorte,Adelaide+2 more
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Ages 12+
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Great Ocean RoadVictoria+1 more
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See Adelaide and Beyond
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