Twelve Apostles · Apollo Bay · Otways

Great Ocean Road
Private Chauffeur Tour

A full-day private tour in a Mercedes sedan, SUV, V-Class or Sprinter. No coach schedules and no 40-seat groups — you choose the stops and the pace.

Your Private Great Ocean Road Day Tour

The Great Ocean Road is a long day from Melbourne: roughly 260 km each way to the Twelve Apostles. A private chauffeur lets you do it comfortably, stopping for the beaches at Torquay and Bells Beach, the lunch spot of your choice in Lorne or Apollo Bay, the Otway rainforest, and the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge in the afternoon light.

Tours are booked on our hourly chauffeur rates, so you pay for the time you need rather than a per-seat price. A typical full day is 11 to 12 hours door to door.

Hourly Chauffeur Rates (4-hour minimum)

Business Sedan (up to 4 pax)$125 / hour
Executive SUV (up to 4 pax)$150 / hour
Mercedes V250 (up to 7 pax)$195 / hour
Flagship Luxury (up to 4 pax)$200 / hour
Mercedes Sprinter (up to 11 pax)$300 / hour

Rates incl. GST. An 11-hour Great Ocean Road day is approximately $1,375 in a sedan, $1,650 in an SUV, $2,145 in a V250 and $3,300 in a Sprinter. Final price depends on the itinerary and total hours — ask for a personal quote.

A Suggested Full-Day Itinerary

We are happy to adjust this: shorter half-day trips to Torquay and Lorne, an overnight stay at Apollo Bay or Port Campbell, or a one-way transfer to Warrnambool or Port Fairy.

Why Go Private?

✅ CPVV Licensed & Insured

Fully accredited Victorian chauffeur service.

💰 Clear Pricing

You know the price before you book — no surprises on the day.

🚘 Premium Fleet

Late-model Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi & Lexus vehicles, plus V-Class vans and Sprinters for groups.

📞 Direct Contact

Message or call the owner-operator directly on 0432 433 438.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne?

A full day to the Twelve Apostles and back is typically 11 to 12 hours including stops. Half-day trips to Torquay and Lorne are around 5 to 6 hours.

How much does a private Great Ocean Road tour cost?

Tours are charged by the hour with a 4-hour minimum, from $125 per hour for a business sedan. A full day is roughly $1,375 in a sedan, up to $3,300 in a Sprinter for larger groups. Contact us for a personal quote.

Can I stop where I want?

Yes. The itinerary is yours to design. We suggest timings so you reach the Twelve Apostles in good light and are back in Melbourne at a sensible hour.

Do you take larger groups?

Yes. A Mercedes V250 takes up to 7 passengers and a Sprinter up to 11.

Do I need to pay up front?

Yes. Payment in full secures your booking, and we confirm your itinerary and pick-up time in writing.

Book Your Chauffeur

Or WhatsApp / call 0432 433 438 for a personal quote. Full payment secures your booking.

Distances and Drive Times

The Great Ocean Road starts around Torquay, about 100 km from Melbourne, and runs west past Lorne and Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles near Port Campbell. As a guide, from the Melbourne CBD:

The coastal road is winding with lower speed limits and plenty of lookouts, so real travel time is longer than the distance suggests. Summer weekends and school holidays add to it.

Full Day or Shorter Run?

Twelve Apostles day. Plan on 12 to 13 hours door to door, leaving early. At the hourly rates above, a 12-hour day is $1,500 in a Business Sedan or $2,340 in a Mercedes V250, which is about $334 per person for seven.

Shorter coastal run. Torquay, Bells Beach, Anglesea and Lorne make a comfortable 8-hour day with time for a long lunch. That is $1,000 in a Business Sedan.

If you would rather split the trip over two days with a night in Apollo Bay or Port Campbell, message us with your dates and we will quote it.

Stops Worth Planning

Timing, Light and Weather

Leaving Melbourne by about 7:00 am gets you to the Twelve Apostles for a late lunch and gives the afternoon light on the cliffs. Weather changes quickly along this coast, so bring layers, and check current road conditions before you travel. Your driver watches the road and the clock, so you can keep to a plan without feeling rushed.

More Great Ocean Road Questions

Can you pick us up from the airport and drive straight to the Great Ocean Road?

Yes. Many visitors land and start the tour the same day. Tell us your flight and we will plan the timing and a luggage-friendly vehicle.

Do you stop at the places we choose?

Yes. The route and stops are yours, and the hourly rate lets you set the pace. We can suggest a plan if you tell us how long you have.

Are entry fees or meals included?

No. The rate covers the chauffeur and vehicle. Most of the major lookouts are free, and meals and paid attractions are your own.

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