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Australia’s Great Ocean Road isn’t just a simple road trip — it’s one of Australia’s most famous road trips. From clifftop bends over the wild coastal edge to towering rainforest walks in the Otways, every stretch of road offers something different. Whether you’re doing it at your own pace or taking a guided trip with experienced operators like Autopia Tours, the experience is equal parts adventure, heritage and wonder.

When I first set off from Torquay, I thought I knew what was coming — the famous limestone stacks, towering cliffs and tour groups. What I didn’t expect was the taste of a hot pie in Apollo Bay saving the day or the thunderous echo of Loch Ard Gorge making my skin prickle.

This drive demands patience — you can’t speed through it, and you won’t want to. Every bend is a moment to pause, every ocean view reminds you why this isn’t just a route.