Adelaide
Day 1: Travel from Adelaide to Grampians National Park
Murray River - Start the day driving through the Adelaide Hills and cross Australia’s longest river. Horsham - Look around the township of Horsham and grab a bite to eat for lunch. MacKenzie Falls - Take a walk to the base of these mighty falls as the water cascades down the Mackenzie River. The Balconies - Stroll through the bush to the iconic Grampians rock formation also known as the 'Jaws of Death'. Boroka Lookout - Experience the breathtaking mountain views as they tower over the Wimmera plains of western Victoria. Halls Gap - Spend the night in the beautiful Halls Gap, the heart of the Grampians National Park. Spot kangaroo's and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Meal(s) included: Dinner
Day 2: Day 2. Travel from Grampians to Great Ocean Road finishing in Melbourne
Great Ocean Road: Tower Hill - Visit a 30 000 year old extinct volcano. Bay Of Martyrs - Start the Great Ocean Road off with a bang as you gaze into a bay full of limestone islands. Your first taste of the wonders to come. London Bridge - London Bridge has fallen down... but it is still a stunning photo opportunity with a great story. Loch Ard Gorge - A beautiful vista of towering cliffs, a sparkling blue-green sea with a small sandy beach. This gorge derives its name from one of Victoria’s most tragic shipwrecks more than 120 years ago. Twelve Apostles - View the beautiful limestone stacks that form the mighty Twelve Apostles. Treat yourself to an optional helicopter flight for an extra $145 (weather & time permitting). Rainforest - Take a guided bushwalk through this very rare, ancient and cool temperate rainforest as you stroll past some of the tallest trees in the world. Apollo Bay - Take a stroll along the beach or look around the popular seaside town. Kennett River - How many Koalas you can find!? Get amongst the beautiful birds; King Parrots, Crimson Rosellas and look out for the famous Kookaburra. Historic Memorial Arch - Take some pictures at the historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch while learning the history of this iconic drive. Melbourne - Journey on through to your final destination of Melbourne with grand city views atop the Westgate Bridge.
Meal(s) included: Breakfast
Operates: Wednesday & *Saturday* (*Peak Season Only)
Departs: Adelaide from 6:30-7:00am
Arrive: into Melbourne from 7:00pm
Default meeting point: @ 7:00am - Adelaide Central YHA, 135 Waymouth St, Adelaide Central
Pickup Locations in Adelaide:
6:30am - Adelaide Travellers Inn (220 Hutt Street)
6:35am - Hostel 109 (109 Carrington St)
6:45am - Mantra Hotel (55 Hindmarsh Square)
7:00am - Adelaide Central YHA (135 Waymouth Street)
* Please note- you must arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes prior to your allocated pickup time
*We accept no responsibility if you fail to nominate a pickup location- this must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior with our reservations department, failure to nominate and board the bus will result in fare forfeiture