Grampians Tour
Grampians (Gariwerd) is a rugged sandstone mountain range rich in forests, wildflowers and wildlife.
Join one of our Grampians tours to spot kangaroos, wallabies, emus and echidnas away from the crowds, and discover ancient Aboriginal rock art and stories at cultural sites.
Combine these mountains with the Great Ocean Road and a stay at Dunkeld’s Royal Mail Hotel for a memorable high-country escape.
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GRAMPIANS (GARIWERD) – WILDLIFE, ROCK ART & RUGGED PEAKS
The Grampians National Park or ‘Gariwerd’ as the original custodians of the land know it, is a remarkable landscape of jagged mountain ranges. Vast cracking, tilting and lifting has exposed the layers of the earth and features wonderful examples of high quality sandstone.
The park is a wonderland for native flora and fauna. Getting the chance to go into these remote locations increases our chances of some very private encounters with our favourite native animals. Kangaroos, Wallabies, Emus and Echidnas, are some of the many iconic Australian animals that can be found off the main roads.
Another remarkable feature of this region is the amount of Aboriginal rock art left by the various ‘mobs’ that bordered the region. More recently, white settlement in the area has brought a lot of pain and suffering to the Aboriginal people, as was common in many places during those times. Visiting a cultural centre, and hearing memories and stories from these original people, often gives visitors an enlightening perspective on this history.
The Grampians is often referred to as an oasis in an otherwise vast, rural plain. It is the perfect partner to a Great Ocean Road tour, and this Grampians tour package, combined with a memorable evening at one of Australia’s best rural retreats the ‘Royal Mail Hotel’ in Dunkeld, is sure to delight your travelling soul on many levels.
Multi-Day Grampians National Park Tours
Discover Australia’s iconic Great Southern Touring Route on this multi-day journey from Melbourne, combining spectacular coastal views with rugged Grampians peaks, wildlife encounters and rich Aboriginal heritage.
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour
Day 1 : Great Ocean Road & Wildlife
Accommodation: Beacon Point Ocean View Villas, Apollo Bay region.
Meals: Dinner at Chris’ at Beacon Point
Highlights: Scenic drive from Melbourne to Apollo Bay, Geelong waterfront, Great Ocean Road lookouts, wildlife at Kennett River and a 1km rainforest walk in the Otway National Park
Day 2 : Shipwreck Coast & into the Grampians
Accommodation: Mountain view room at the Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld
Meals: Continental breakfast overlooking the ocean. Dinner at ‘Wickens’ at The Royal Mail Hotel
Highlights: Shipwreck Coast highlights – Castle Cove, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge, Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, Tower Hill, Dunkeld
Day 3 : Grampians National Park & Return to Melbourne
Accommodation: Return to your Melbourne city Hotel
Meals: Breakfast at Royal Mail Hotel.
Highlights: Scenic drive to Halls Gap, Baroka Lookout, Reid’s lookout, McKenzie Falls, Brambuk Centre, Bunjil’s Shelter, drive through the historic Ballarat
Logistics
Departure: Tours depart from Melbourne at 8:30 am
Pickup: Pickups available from all city hotels within Melbourne
Drop-off: Passengers will be dropped off at any Melbourne CBD location at 5:30 pm
Private 3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour
DAY 1 : GREAT OCEAN ROAD & WILDLIFE
Accommodation: Private self contained villa at Chris’s Restaurant and Villas, Skenes Creek
Meals: Dinner at Chris’ at Beacon Point
Highlights: Historical insights into the Great Ocean Road construction, beautiful scenic drive, Geelong waterfront, Great Ocean Road coastal lookouts, kangaroo stop, Kennett River koalas and a 1km rainforest walk.
DAY 2 : SHIPWRECK COAST & INTO THE GRAMPIANS
Accommodation: Stunning Mountain View room and the superb Royal Mail Hotel at the foot of the Grampians, Dunkeld
Meals: Continental breakfast overlooking the ocean. Degustation dinner at ‘Wickens’ at the Royal Mail Hotel
Highlights: Otway National Park,Castle Cove, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge, Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, Tower Hill, Port Fairy
Day 3 : Grampians National Park & Return to Melbourne
Accommodation: Return to your Melbourne Hotel
Meals: Breakfast at Royal Mail Hotel.
Highlights: Grampians via Halls Gap with key lookouts, McKenzie Falls, visits to Brambuk Cultural Centre and Bunjil’s Shelter, then return to Melbourne via Ballarat around 6 pm.
Logistics
Departure: Tours depart from Melbourne at 8:30 am
Pickup: Pickups available from all city hotels within Melbourne
Drop-off: Passengers returned to their points of departure at 5:00 pm
Private 4-Day Great Ocean Road, Grampians and Ballarat Tour
Day 1: Leave the city for the Surfcoast
Accommodation: Hilltop villa Chris’s Restaurant and Villas near Apollo Bay, and overlooking the Southern Ocean.
Meals: 2 course dinner at Chris’s Restaurant and Villas
Highlights: Melbourne to Apollo Bay via Geelong waterfront, Great Ocean Road lookouts, Kennett River wildlife and a short Great Otway rainforest walk.
Day 2: Iconic Great Ocean Road Highlights
Accommodation: Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld at the foot of Mt Sturgeon.
Meals: Continental breakfast at Chris’s, lunch in Port Campbell, 2‑course dinner at Royal Mail.
Highlights: Shipwreck Coast day – Castle Cove, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, then London Bridge, Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, Boat Bay and Tower Hill before driving north into the Grampians.
Day 3: Grampians National Park from all angles
Accommodation: The Lodge at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat.
Meals: Lunch in Sovereign Hill village; evening “Blood on the Southern Cross” show.
Highlights: Scenic drive through the Grampians via Halls Gap, main lookouts and McKenzie Falls before continuing to Ballarat.
Day 4: Historic Ballarat 'Gold Rush' Discovery
Accommodation: Checkout from The Lodge at Sovereign Hill and return to your Melbourne Hotel
Meals: Breakfast at Sovereign Hill Hotel
Highlights: Morning at Sovereign Hill with Gold Museum and mine tour, then Ballarat Wildlife Park before returning to your Melbourne hotel around 5 pm.
Logistics
Departure: Tours depart from Melbourne at 8:30 am
Pickup: Pickups available from all city hotels within Melbourne
Drop-off: Passengers returned to their points of departure at 5:00 pm
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The Regions of the Grampians
Torquay & Bells Beach - Surf Capital of Australia
Your journey begins in Torquay, the official start of the Great Ocean Road and a paradise for surf lovers. It’s home to Bells Beach, world-renowned for its towering waves and the Rip Curl Pro surf competition. Dive into Australia’s coastal lifestyle and soak in the sun, sea, and surf culture.
Anglesea to Aireys Inlet - Coastal Serenity
Lorne – Art, Waterfalls & Coastal Chic
Apollo Bay - Gateway to the Otways
Cape Otway - Wildlife and Shipwreck History
The 12 Apostles & Shipwreck Coast – Natural Wonders
Port Campbell - Fishing Village Charm
This small town punches above its weight in charm. Enjoy local produce, chat with friendly locals, and learn about the Shipwreck Coast’s maritime tales. It’s the ideal lunch stop before heading inland or continuing your adventure.
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FAQs
Have questions before you book? We’ve answered some of the most common queries to help you plan with confidence.
What's included in ANT Touring's Grampians tour package?
Every Grampians tour package includes small-group guided travel from Melbourne, quality accommodation (including a mountain-view room at the Royal Mail Hotel in Dunkeld), meals as listed, all national park entry fees, and stops at Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout, McKenzie Falls, Brambuk Cultural Centre and Bunjil’s Shelter.
Do you run small group eco tours of the Grampians National Park from Melbourne?
Yes. ANT Touring’s roots go back to a small eco-tour business, and that ethos still shapes our Grampians National Park tours today – small groups of 2 to 8 guests, guided by people who studied eco-tourism and are genuinely passionate about the landscape and its wildlife.
How do I get to the Grampians from Melbourne on this tour?
Our Grampians tours from Melbourne depart at 8:30 am with pick-up from all city hotels, travelling via the Great Ocean Road before heading north into the Grampians National Park. You’re returned to your original pick-up point at the end of the tour.
What's the difference between the 3-day and 4-day Grampians tour?
The 3-day tour combines the Great Ocean Road with a day exploring the Grampians before returning to Melbourne via Ballarat. The 4-day version extends the trip with an overnight stay in Ballarat, adding a full day at Sovereign Hill before returning to Melbourne.
What will I see in the Grampians National Park on this tour?
Highlights include the sweeping views from Boroka Lookout and Reeds Lookout, the walk to the base of McKenzie Falls, a visit to the Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the ancient rock art at Bunjil’s Shelter – along with a good chance of spotting wild kangaroos around Halls Gap.