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Walking Tour Grampians Great Ocean Road
8 days walking tour The Grampians & the Great Ocean Coastal Trail

West Victoria, AUSTRALIA


Walking Tour in the Grampians, Great ocean road, Otway and 12 Apostles


Experience the majestic splendour of the well-known Grampians. This unique area offers spectacular scenery with mountain peaks over 1000 metres and numerous species of wildlife. We visit Mafeking, the site of Victoria's last gold rush, where in 1900 over 10,000 diggers lived under canvas in search of their fortune.

Throughout the year the National Park is ablaze with a seemingly endless variety of wildflowers. It truly is a botanical paradise. Before European settlement in Australia, a large part of the Grampians was occupied by Aboriginals. Today the region contains the greatest concentration of Aboriginal rock paintings in Victoria. Our walks take us to Mt. Zero, the Wonderland and Mt. William.

Experience the Port Campbell and Otway National Parks, a perfect location for a few days of fascinating coastal walking. We explore long stretches of unspoiled coastline and walk up into the hinterland, which provides shelter for an array of unique wildlife. We visit the famous 12 Apostles, huge limestone pillars worn and weathered by the stormy southern ocean.

The magnificent Melba Gully is the jewel of the Otway and renowned for its dense forests of Myrtle Beech. A highlight of time in the Otway is the opportunity to walk 2 sections of the newly opened Great Ocean Walk. The trail goes through some previously inaccessible areas in the former Otway National Park.


Our Hotels and Cuisine


In these marvellous two regions we stay "in the best of both worlds" - dramatic mountain scenery combined with spectacular coastal landscape. We have chosen three lovely hotels, full of ambience and charm. The excellent cuisine in both regions allows plenty of space for indulgence!

In the Grampians we spend 3 nights in Halls Gap in a 4 hectare green oasis on the edge of town. Our evening dinners are in three of the best restaurants in town where you have the opportunity to sample delicious home style cooking.

In Port Campbell we have 2 nights in newly established luxury villas. This delightful sleepy little seaside resort has gone through somewhat of a revival in recent times and it now hosts some excellent restaurants, which we shall sample during our stay.

Our final 2 nights are spent just outside of Apollo Bay. Nestled in amongst 20 acres of beautiful rolling countryside all rooms have magnificent sweeping views of the coastline. We dine at nearby Apollo Bay, which has some of the best restaurants along the Great Ocean Road.


Featured Hotels

Pinnacle Holiday Lodge   Pinnacle Holiday Lodge » Halls Gap
Set in a woodsy village adjacent to Grampians National Park, this low-key hotel lies 2 kms from Brambuk, the National Park and Cultural Centre.
Southern Ocean Villas   Southern Ocean Villas » Port Campbell
Polished villas in Port Campbell town set 900 m from Port Campbell National Park, are 7 kms from Loch Ard Gorge and 11 kms from the Twelve Apostles.
Seafarers Getaway   Seafarers Getaway » Apollo Bay
Upscale oceanfront lodging 5 kms from Apollo Bay Golf Club and Bass Strait Shell Museum and 9 kms from the Great Ocean Walk trail.


Walking Tour Combination


Departure dates have been arranged to allow both "The Grampians & Great Ocean Coastal Trail" and "Explore Wilson's Promontory" walks to be combined.

Tour departure dates

2024 tour price
  Tour   The Grampians & the Great Ocean Coastal Trail [8 days]
  Begins   10 April 2024 | Melbourne, Australia   Walking Tour Australia
  Ends   17 April 2024 | Melbourne, Australia   Walking Tour Australia
  Price   AUD $4,385



Dates and Price to be confirmed
2025 tour price
  Tour   The Grampians & the Great Ocean Coastal Trail [8 days]
  Begins   12 April 2025 | Melbourne, Australia   Walking Tour Australia
  Ends   19 April 2025 | Melbourne, Australia   Walking Tour Australia
  Price   AUD $4,845



Feedback from previous guests
Guided Walking Holidays With time to reflect on some of the longer walks, we found we really appreciated the time and effort that has been spent to ensure a thoroughly good Itinerary and stress free holiday for the participants. Time had obviously been spent to find the road less travelled and to meet locals who are interesting and informative. We were impressed that there was time to inhale the history and beauty of the places we visited. We noticed when we went to Melba Gully how the big tours just looked at the picnic site and moved on, while we had plenty of time to walk through some of the most spectacular rainforest we have experienced and appreciate the time to stop quietly and listen to the water trickling over the stones. On our travel days there were interesting stops and time to enjoy picnic lunches in the outdoors, a visit to a winery and browse through a bookshop to name a few. At no time did we feel rushed or pressured. We relaxed as we travelled from the Grampians to Port Campbell enjoying the many backroads which gave us a good opportunity to see some interesting sheep and cattle farms. We appreciated the accommodation and really enjoyed the evening meals, as well as our in-house breakfasts with local jam, and also the time allocated to stock up on some local pre-dinner wines. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment."
Janet & Robert from Sydney, Australia [2024]
Guided Walking Holidays I have no hesitation in recommending the Grampians & Great Ocean Costal Trail. It was my first visit to the area and it certainly didn't disappoint. The scenery was spectacular, the walks exhilarating and the weather was also kind. We were a small happy group who were so privileged to have Graeme as our Guide & Driver. His astounding knowledge of the area meant we were taken to some of his favourite places off the beaten track. Graeme has the competence, natural ability and experience to make you feel completely relaxed, its wonderful knowing you are in safe hands and all your needs will be met. The accommodation and food was terrific. I have to say our last night in Apollo Bay was a stand out for me, a fantastic restaurant. Thank you for making some very special memories for me Graeme & Angie. Hope to book another adventure with you soon."
Jill from Sydney, Australia [2024]
Guided Walking Holidays I was a little apprehensive about my ability to do this walk but was reassured after speaking with Graeme before I signed up. I also found him to be flexible and supportive of the participants who struggled with difficult sections. The group got on together, and sharing and helping was encouraged and evident. I was the only one of the group of 6 who hadn't walked with this company before. That, in itself, is a good advertisement!"
Sue from Brisbane, Australia [2024]
Guided Walking Holidays Peter and I both really enjoyed our experiences with you and the other people in our group. The company, shared experiences and opportunity to see parts of Victoria we had not been to before was most enjoyable."
Therese and Peter from Canberra, Australia [2023]
Guided Walking Holidays We thoroughly enjoyed our time."
Neil and Katie from Brisbane, Australia [2023]
Guided Walking Holidays Despite having lived in Victoria for a long time, Graeme managed to show us areas never visited before or many years ago. Another well researched and informative tour, coupled with excellent food and accommodation. Well done Walkabout!"
Carlos from Melbourne, Australia [2022]
Guided Walking Holidays From beginning to end this gourmet walkabout was full of exciting experiences - wine tastings, walks through centuries old champagne tunnels, wonderful accomodation in glorious settings, gourmet food and friendly fellow walkers. The walks, some a little challenging, (thank you Graeme for the use of the walking pole), others easy, all through mesmerising scenery, many with a towering mountain or crashing waves as a backdrop. Thank you Graeme for a thoroughly memorable holiday. I cannot wait for my next experience with Walkabout Gourmet Adventures."
Christine from Melbourne, Australia [2022]
Guided Walking Holidays One of the most beautiful parts of Victoria shared with a fantastic group of people. The food, wine, company and accommodation was first rate! Thank you Graeme for making sure you got around to spend time with all of us and make sure we felt welcomed and involved! After the full Camino it felt like way too easy a walking pace - but that meant it was a really relaxing holiday break! Thank you so much, I recommend this trip to anyone!"
Sam from Bungendore NSW, Australia [2021]
Guided Walking Holidays My eleventh tour with WGA in 12 years! People ask me which one I have enjoyed the most. I still can't decide. I have genuinely loved every one of them and the Grampians and Great Ocean Road was no exception. Such a great balance of strenuous and gentle exercise, beautiful and varied scenery, wonderful wildlife, exceptional travelling companions and fabulous cuisine! What more could you want! I can't wait for the next one! Thanks again Graeme."
Meg from Sydney NSW, Australia [2018]
Guided Walking HolidaysGraeme is a wonderful knowledgeable, encouraging, helpful, and understanding tour guide. He lent a hand when necessary and understood when a member of the group could not undertake an excursion. One part of the Grampians was harder than I had anticipated, but with his steading hand I managed to get to the Pinnacle which delighted me. His picnic lunches were delicious. The scenery, the colours, the flowering bushland and walking through the forest type glades were beautiful as was the Ocean and Twelve (-a couple) of Apostles. The accommodation was terrific and as were the restaurants where gourmet dinners and breakfasts were served. We had a great friendly group on our tour and "six degrees of separation" is getting smaller all the time. The friends we had in common with each other and our interests were amazing and some were talking of their next adventure with Walkabout Gourmet Adventures as they enjoyed it so very much. Thank you for a wonderful experience."
Helen, Sydney NSW, Australia [2018]
Guided Walking HolidaysWonderful days starting in the mountains with a particularly informative indigenous centre visit at Halls Gap then an arduous tramp up to the Pinnacle. The Great Ocean Road was spectacular with places like Melba Gully allowing such a contrast. The country was at its greenest, the meals were delicious and even the heavenly cake made by Graeme was delightful. I had a wonderful experience with such good company."
Margaret, Brisbane, QLD, Australia [2016]
Guided Walking HolidaysWe really enjoyed the week. The walks were all interesting and well balanced although the first day was a challenge! The small size group was important also the ability to walk at your own pace with time to admire the view and take photos. The accommodation was comfortable and the restaurants top class. Graeme was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, encouraging and fun to be with."
Kerry, Melbourne, VIC, Australia [2015]
Guided Walking HolidaysGraeme looked after us in extreme weather conditions, and the tour was as enjoyable as our Walkabout experiences in Europe. Keep up the good work!"
Allan, Brisbane QLD, Australia [2012]
Guided Walking HolidaysI write to thank 'Prevention' and 'Walkabout Gourmet Adventures' for a wonderful holiday, which I won last year in your 'Best walking Town in Australia' competition. My husband and I have just returned from the pleasurable experience of an 8-day Treasures of Australia walk through the Grampians and Great Ocean Road and I must say the treasures were many. To enjoy these unique Victorian icons in such a personal way leaves one speechless. The magic of the Grampians, the beauty of the unspoiled coastline with its natural limestone monuments 'The 12 Apostles', the unforgiving ocean which caused many historic shipwrecks in the 1800's as well as the magnificent rain forests in the Otway National Park were truly awesome. Our accommodation was five stars and the word gourmet a true description of the restaurants where we enjoyed our evening dinners. This adventure has certainly whetted our appetite to experience another of Graeme Clarke and his knowledgeable team's walking tours in Europe and Australia. There is only one problem - the choice of which one. I encourage all your readers to call or email 'Walkabout Gourmet Adventures' for their 2012 brochure listing all destinations - they will be impressed by the variety available."
Jeannette, Noosa QLD, Australia [2011]

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