5 Melbourne Bus Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 13 hours - 1 day · from $105Our pick

Spend 13 hours exploring Victoria’s coast in a Go West minibus for up to 24 people. Expect Torquay, koalas at Kennett River, Maits Rest rainforest, Apollo Bay, the Twelve Apostles, Gibson Steps, and Loch Ard Gorge, with guides such as Lucy, Mark, and Sherif leading the day.

“I really enjoyed the day trip, even though the weather didn’t cooperate at the beginning. Jess was absolutely fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what she does. I can highly recommend her as a guide. She made the whole experience so much more special.”

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2.Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour London Bridge Wildlife

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,252 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $46Best value

Spend 12 to 13 hours on a reverse Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, stopping at London Bridge, Loch Ard Gorge, the Twelve Apostles, Apollo Bay, and wildlife spots. Choose a classic coach, a group of up to 35, or a premium Mercedes van for up to 15 people. Guides may include Philip, William, Daniel, or David Hsu.

“William was an amazing tour guide! We had a great day. The views were fab. He also showed us koalas and kangaroos too!”

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3.Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse –SML GRP-DLUX Mini Bus Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 915 reviews · from $89Top rated

Travel from Melbourne to the Twelve Apostles first, then return along the Great Ocean Road in a premium mini coach. Expect a long but well-planned day with Loch Ard Gorge, rainforest walks, Apollo Bay, koala spotting, and guides such as Steve, Bill, or Jay.

“Bill (our driver and tour guide) was excellent. Told us history and was funny. Highly recommend!!! A must.”

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4.Day Trip to Mt Buller by Premium Tour Coach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 220 reviews · 1 day · from $105

Take a winter day trip from Melbourne to Mt Buller by coach, arriving directly at Village Square around 10am. You get resort entry and more than six hours of free time for snow play, skiing, tobogganing, village walks, cafes, and mountain views before returning to Melbourne.

“Thanks very much SnowBus for gaving us the great driver he drove us all very safely got very good driver we feel so safe with his driving. He is very accomodating too! 10/10 experience. I would recommend this to my friend if they asked how we get to Bhuller. TA Jona+2 others.”

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5.City Highlights Group Tour by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · 210 minutes - 1 day · from $63

See Melbourne’s big sights in about 3.5 hours, from Hosier Lane and the Shrine of Remembrance to Fitzroy Gardens and the MCG. An English-speaking guide such as Lucy, Tim, or Bluey leads the way, with optional audio commentary in 16 languages.

“Very nice trip around the city Center. Our guide Mike was very friendly, telled us a lot of stories and interesting facts. I recommend!”

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