Great Ocean Road, Road Trip
Melbourne to Adelaide
The Ultimate Great Ocean Road to Adelaide Road Trip
Experience one of Australia’s most iconic coastal journeys on this Great Ocean Road road trip, travelling from Melbourne to Adelaide. This carefully paced 7-night self-drive itinerary combines dramatic coastal scenery, charming seaside towns, national parks, and vibrant cities — perfect for travellers looking to explore Australia at their own pace.
Night 1: Melbourne
Suggested Stay: Novotel Melbourne on Collins
Kick things off in Australia’s cultural capital. Spend your first day soaking up Melbourne’s laneways, rooftop bars, coffee culture and iconic riverfront. If time allows, catch a sunset along St Kilda Beach or enjoy a pre-road trip dinner in Southbank.
Must-do highlights: Laneway street art (Hosier Lane), Rooftop drinks overlooking the city and St Kilda Beach penguins at dusk (seasonal).
Night 2: Geelong & Belmont
Suggested Stay: Discovery Parks Geelong
Collect your car and head southwest, stopping at Torquay, the official start of the Great Ocean Road. Surf coast vibes set the tone before continuing to Geelong, where waterfront walks and coastal views await.
Must-do highlights: Bells Beach & Torquay surf coast, Geelong Waterfront & Eastern Beach and Local fish & chips by the bay.
Night 3: Lorne
Suggested Stay: Mantra Lorne
Today is when the Great Ocean Road truly shines. Hug the coastline as you wind past dramatic cliffs, ocean lookouts and lush rainforest. Lorne offers the perfect blend of beach town charm and natural beauty.
Must-do highlights: Teddy’s Lookout for panoramic views, Erskine Falls rainforest walk and Coastal drive via Aireys Inlet & the Split Point Lighthouse.
Night 4: Warrnambool
Suggested Stay: Discovery Parks Warrnambool
A day packed with iconic sights. From Apollo Bay, drive through Great Otways National Park before emerging at the jaw-dropping limestone formations along the Shipwreck Coast.
Must-do highlights: Twelve Apostles at sunrise or sunset, Loch Ard Gorge & Gibson Steps, Whale watching (May to October) and Evening stroll along Warrnambool’s foreshore.
Night 5: Mount Gambier
Suggested Stay: The Commodore
Cross into South Australia and discover a landscape shaped by ancient volcanic activity. Mount Gambier surprises visitors with vivid lakes and underground wonders.
Must-do highlights: Blue Lake & Valley Lake circuit walk, Umpherston Sinkhole (especially at night) and Local limestone coast wineries.
Night 6: Robe
Suggested Stay: Discovery Parks Robe
Follow the Limestone Coast to the charming seaside town of Robe. Relaxed, stylish and coastal, this is a perfect slow-down stop before Adelaide.
Must-do highlights: Obelisk lookout for coastal views, Robe main street cafés & boutiques and Beach walks or 4WD on Long Beach (conditions permitting).
Night 7: Adelaide
Suggested Stay: Mantra Hindmarsh Square Adelaide
Arrive in Adelaide and swap road trip mode for city sophistication. Adelaide’s compact layout makes it easy to explore food, wine and culture.
Must-do highlights: Adelaide Central Market, Barossa or McLaren Vale wine tour, Glenelg Beach sunset and North Terrace museums & galleries.
From $899
Price is per person twin share and on sale until 28 February 2026. Available for select travel dates: Februaryto November 2026. Package code: IH53518