Whether tracing dramatic coastlines, soaring mountain passes, or vast salt flats, these iconic routes connect nature, history, and freedom.
ATLANTIC ROAD, NORWAY
Norway’s Atlantic Road is a breathtaking drive linking Averøy to the mainland via eight bridges over 8.3km of dramatic coastal landscape. Opened in 1989, this toll-free route offers stormy drama or tranquil beauty by way of sea safaris, fishing trips, and scenic stops, cementing its status as one of the world’s most unforgettable road trips.
GREAT OCEAN ROAD, AUSTRALIA
Experience the rugged beauty of Victoria’s southwest coast on the Great Ocean Road – one of the world’s most mesmeric coastal drives. Hugging dramatic seaside cliffs, it offers sweeping views of the Southern Ocean, wild beaches, lush countryside, native wildlife, epic surf, and unforgettable hiking and biking trails.
BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY, USA
Often called ‘the most beautiful drive in America’, the Beartooth Highway spans 110km between Red Lodge, Montana, and Yellowstone’s northeast entrance. Climbing to more than 3,300m at Beartooth Pass, it offers heart-stopping swerves, alpine lakes, wildflowers, and panoramic views. A seasonal, high-altitude adventure packed with natural drama and scenic stops.
SWORD BRIDGE, ICELAND
Nicknamed the ‘Sword Bridge’ for its Viking-inspired design, Iceland’s Kolgrafafjörður Bridge spans a shallow fjord on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Near Grundarfjörður, it dramatically shortens travel between towns, blending modern engineering with historical symbolism, making it both a functional link and a striking landmark that promises to drop jaws.
SA CALOBRA ROAD, SPAIN
Sa Calobra Road on the Spanish island of Mallorca is renowned as one of the world’s most scenic – and challenging – drives. The 13km route was constructed in the 1930s without machinery and features numerous hairpin bends and a unique 270-degree spiral bridge known as the ‘tie knot’. The road descends 720 meters through the rugged Serra de Tramuntana mountains, offering breathtaking views of cliffs and the Mediterranean Sea.
ROUTE 66, USA
“America’s Main Street”, and arguably the world’s most famous road, Route 66 stretches 3,940 km from Chicago to Santa Monica. Once a vital migration route, it now offers a nostalgic journey through classic diners, neon-lit motels, quirky roadside attractions, and sweeping desert landscapes. A legendary drive celebrating freedom, adventure, and the enduring spirit of the American road trip.
BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS, USA
Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats stretch about 19km in length and 8km across, covering around 12,000 hectares. Located roughly 177km west of Salt Lake City, this surreal landscape is famous for land-speed racing and stunning mirror-like reflections during wet seasons.
MILFORD ROAD, AOTEAROA
One of New Zealand’s best drives, Milford Road stretches 119km from Te Anau to Piopiotahi/Milford Sound, offering breathtaking views of alpine lakes, dense beech forests, and towering mountain ranges. Notable highlights along the way include the Homer Tunnel, a 1.2km route carved through solid rock, and the Mirror Lakes, where calm waters perfectly reflect the surrounding peaks. The road also passes through the Eglinton Valley, a glacial landscape adorned with tussock grass and flanked by steep, forested mountainsides.
