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the iconic Great Ocean Road isn’t just a stretch of highway — it’s one of the greatest drives in the world. From clifftop bends over the Bass Strait to lush rainforest trails in the Otway Ranges, every stretch of road offers something different.

Whether you’re hitting the road solo or taking a guided trip with experienced operators like Autopia Tours, the experience is equal parts story, nature and discovery.

When I started my first drive from Lorne, I thought I knew what was coming — the Twelve Apostles, towering cliffs and bus tours.

What I didn’t expect was the taste of a hot pie in Apollo Bay saving the day or the thunderous echo of Grotto Lookout making my skin prickle.

This drive demands patience — you can’t do it in a hurry, and you won’t want to. Every bend is a reason to pull over, every lookout reminds you why this isn’t just a route.