The Great Ocean Road is Australia’s iconic coastal drive. Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne and you’ll be cruising along the coast, with plenty to see along the way. It is the most popular day trip from Melbourne and there are a couple of tour options that allow you to see all the main highlights in just one day.
Depart Melbourne a little later than most Great Ocean Road tours to experience the dramatic landscapes without the crowds. Get panoramic views of the coast in comfort. Drive past the famous sands of the Surf Coast then continue through the Great Otway National Park and gaze in awe at the massive eucalyptus trees.
See also. Australia's Highway 1. Highway 1 of Australia is with a length of 14,500 km (9,000 mi), the longest national highway in the world. It can be considered a giant "ring road" as it, except for a few shortcuts, follows the entire coastline of mainland Australia. Part of the road also traverses Tasmania.
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