POPULAR TOUR STOPS
Ride With Us tours showcase the best coastal sights and lookout spots, gourmet food and farm stops for those staying near the 12 Apostles in Port Campbell, Timboon, Cobden, Camperdown, Terang, Princetown and everywhere in between. Ride With Us tours are customised and run exclusively for you. Whether you are planning a romantic trip, want quality time with your family, or a fun day with friends, we can help plan it for you. Tours are designed for 2 - 22 people who are travelling together. Your private tour is very flexible and personal, and is designed with your interests in mind. Learn more about our Great Ocean Road tours or scroll down below to check out some recommended tour stops.
A TASTE OF OUR TOURS
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TASTES OF GREAT OCEAN ROADBook a custom tour for 2 - 22 people to visit artisan producers, taste local produce and meet the makers and creators along the 12 Apostles Food Artisans Trail. Add an optional stop at the world-renowned 12 Apostles with breathtaking views along the coastline or stroll the shops in quaint country towns. Includes door-to-door transport service for either a half day (4 hours) or full day (7 hours) to your chosen tour stops.
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SIGHTS AND STORIES OF THE SHIPWRECK COASTVisit the spectacular lookouts and coastal walks at Lochard Gorge, Gibson Steps, London Bridge, The Grotto, Bay of Islands Coastal Park and Bay of Martyrs, all along the coast. Hear shipwreck stories such as that of the Loch Ard ship which ran aground crashing into Mutton Bird Island in 1878.
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THE 12 APOSTLESThe 12 Apostles are the number one attraction on the Great Ocean Road. If you haven’t been to the 12 Apostles then we recommend ticking this one off your bucket list. A purpose built viewing platform allows you to take in the great views at any time of day.
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ANCIENT VOLCANIC LAKES, PLAINS & LOOKOUTSTour around the volcanic lakes and plains and be transported back thousands of years when volcanoes were erupting right across the Western District. See the magnificent sights across volcanic lakes and maars from the volcanic mountain top lookouts.
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PIONEER HISTORYLearn about the Pioneer history with your tour guide at the historic Pioneer Dairy Park and Cobden Historical Society. Visit the Camperdown Heritage Centre and experience the Camperdown Heritage walk by foot, by bike or by vehicle. Climb the Manifold Clock Tower, visit historic buildings and sites, see the crater lakes and hear about the indigenous heritage of the area.
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GOURMET TOUR STOPS
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APOSTLE WHEY CHEESE & GELATERIAStop in at Apostle Whey Cheese for a tasting of 12 cheeses and an informative talk and video showcasing the process of how the cheese is made, the history of the farm as well as how and why Julian and Dianne Benson got into dairy farming and cheese making. You may also get the opportunity to see the cows being milked. Depending on the time of year you can see the cows with their calves.
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BUUKAAR WAARUUNG BOUTIQUE APIARYDr Anna Carrucan is a second-generation beekeeper, with a PhD in botany, as well as a qualified teacher and educator, and science communicator. Anna is dedicated to elevating beekeeping, celebrating pure, natural honey and educating about the intricate interconnectedness of gardens, farms, ecology, pollination and the environment and the importance of all bees. Join us on a meet the bees and beekeeper talk and tour and taste the delicious honey.
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DAIRYLICIOUS FARM FUDGEPeter and Lynda Page moved to Jancourt East 13 years ago. Considering Lynda's love of cake making and decorating and their lush surrounds of pasture and dairy farms, Peter and Lynda Page decided to make Fudge. They began to experiment with local ingredients to achieve the perfect recipe, incorporating less sugar and more dairy. Dairylicious Farm Fudge is supplied to many outlets through Victoria and sent all over Australia. They have a surprise “Cake Day” every Sunday alongside fudge tasting plates and award winning coffee every day in their newly finished 2 story building.
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GORGE CHOCOLATES & ALPACA FARMGorge Chocolates are Belgium handmade chocolates made in a large variety of novelty shapes and flavours. There is also an onsite farm cafe with local produce and alpaca products. Enjoy a delicious chocolate tasting and real hot chocolate. Interact with the alpacas and there's also the option to feed them.
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GREAT OCEAN ROAD BERRY WORLDPick your own strawberries straight from the field. The freshest strawberries you'll ever taste are straight from strawberry patch to your punnet. A rewarding experience for all ages. The strawberries take their own sweet time to grow and ripen in the naturally fertile soil and this gives them a much more natural sweet flavour. Taste a range of their homemade strawberry wine, sauces and jam. Berry picking is seasonal from approximately October to April. Enjoy lunch at the Berry Good Thai restaurant onsite at Berry World for delicious thai food, lunch and drink specials.
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KEAYANG MAAR VINEYARDBernadette and Barry Wurlod are the founders and owners of Keayang Maar Vineyard. They are the second generation on the family dairy farm where Barry grew up, and they have lived together for over 40 years. They, alongside their son and daughter in-law are pleased to share with you their vineyard on the volcanic slopes of Keayang Maar and the breathtaking environment they call home, and are proud to showcase their cool-climate, handcrafted wines through tastings at the cellar door.
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SCHULZ ORGANIC CREAMERY & CAFESchulz is 49 years and three generations of family working
towards the most sustainable dairy farm and most pure product possible. Schulz Organic Dairy is set on 1044 acres of extremely fertile land. They use organic farming principles to enhance the vitality of the soil, grass and animals, which means the land is chemical, hormone and pesticide free. Schulz Organic Creamery & Cafe enjoys a relaxed garden setting on a corner of our thousand-acre farm. |
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SOW AND PIGLETS MICROBREW PUBThe Sow and Piglets is a microbrewery in Port Campbell. An unassuming venue with comfy indoor seating and a nice sunny outdoor deck for the warmer weather, the brew pub has a range of six homemade craft beers on tap, plus a selection of wines and a few spirits. Grab yourself a pizza if you’re feeling peckish. The Sow and Piglets Brew Pub using traditional brewing methods and the microbrewery has quite the story about how it came to be.
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TIMBOON FINE ICE CREAMTimboon Fine Ice Cream was established in October 1999 by Tim Marwood and Caroline Simmons. Being a 3rd generation dairy farmer, Tim has a real connection to the land. For the last 18 years Tim and Caroline have been making their famous ice cream on their property 7km from Timboon. Fresh milk comes from The Doolan’s family farm down the road and fresh cream from Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory. The ice cream has an unmistakeable creamy smoothness. With all ice cream ‘fresh is best’ and using the local fresh milk and cream makes a beautiful premium boutique ice cream.
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TIMBOON RAILWAY SHED DISTILLERYThe Timboon Railway Shed Distillery is a small family-owned boutique distillery located at the old Timboon railway station. They specialise in single malt whisky and also produce vodka, schnapps, Limoncello and a wine-based coffee liqueur. The distillery has a warm rustic feel about it and is packed with plenty of their wares and local produce to browse. Stop by for a whisky or liqueuer tasting and in the warmer months their restaurant is also open for lunch. Your whisky tasting is accompanied by a table mat with tasting notes.
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TASTES OF GREAT OCEAN ROAD TOUR
Book a personalised tour for 2 - 6 people to visit artisan producers, taste local produce and meet the makers and creators along the 12 Apostles Food Artisans Trail. Add an optional stop at the world-renowned 12 Apostles with breathtaking views along the coastline or stroll the shops in quaint country towns.
Includes door-to-door transport service for either a half day (4 hours) or full day (7 hours) to your chosen tour stops.
Tours are custom-designed for up to 6 people who are travelling together. We can pick you up to start your tour from your home or accommodation anywhere within the following townships and surrounding region: Timboon, Port Campbell, Cobden, Camperdown, Terang.
Price includes transport and choice of Artisans or sightseeing stops. Sweet treat and coffee included on the full day tour. All other items including tastings, produce, food and drinks to be paid for by guests at time of tour stop.
Includes door-to-door transport service for either a half day (4 hours) or full day (7 hours) to your chosen tour stops.
Tours are custom-designed for up to 6 people who are travelling together. We can pick you up to start your tour from your home or accommodation anywhere within the following townships and surrounding region: Timboon, Port Campbell, Cobden, Camperdown, Terang.
Price includes transport and choice of Artisans or sightseeing stops. Sweet treat and coffee included on the full day tour. All other items including tastings, produce, food and drinks to be paid for by guests at time of tour stop.
Tastes of Great Ocean Road Tour - 4 Hours |
Tastes of Great Ocean Road Tour - 7 Hours |
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Includes door-to-door transport service for a half day (4 hours) to your chosen tour stops.
$500 |
Includes door-to-door transport service for a full day (7 hours) to your chosen tour stops.
$800 |
TESTIMONIALS
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"We would like to thank you for your wonderful service! All 7 of us had a great day out. The food, drinks and service provided were fantastic. We have not stopped talking about it!"
Michelle (8 Jan 2022)
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"Went on the 12 Apostles Food Tour and had a blast despite the dreary weather. It was a fantastic way to see the local crafts/artisans without having to lift a finger. We were wisely forewarned not to eat brekky, as there was so much food! Lindon was a very knowledge guide and had an interesting mix of local and outsider perspectives. The tour was for 6 people, which was an ideal for getting to know the others and sharing good conversation. My only wish would be for a fridge/freezer in the tour van, as it was difficult to resist the temptation to pick up foods along the way.”
Justin (May 2022)
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"These guys are the best. So helpful. So friendly. So knowledgeable. They go above and beyond to design a day perfect for you. I highly recommend them."
Sharon (February 2023)
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