Melbourne to the coast
Start with Melbourne’s laneways and food scene before taking to the road. Coastal towns and a gentle first driving day introduce the Great Ocean Road.
JOURNEY 06 / ADVENTURE & EXPLORATION
The Great Australian Road Trip
SUGGESTED DURATION12 days
PLACES TO DISCOVERMelbourne · Great Ocean Road · Grampians · Adelaide
Make it yours ↗A JOURNEY TO IMAGINE
Ocean curves, forest detours, and small towns worth stopping for. Follow a southern route from Melbourne toward Adelaide, with comfortable stays and time to pull over when the view asks you to.
YOUR JOURNEY, AT A GLANCE
The places along the way.
- 01Melbourne
- 02Great Ocean Road
- 03Grampians
- 04Adelaide
Indicative connections · Regional locations are approximate.
Map outline: Natural EarthThe road’s great landscapes
Travel through the Otways and along the limestone coast. Walk to designated lookouts, explore local beaches, and choose overnight stops that keep the drive enjoyable.
Inland beauty, then Adelaide
A Grampians detour adds mountain landscapes and walking options before continuing toward Adelaide. Finish with city dining or a nearby wine-region extension.
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