Route Overview The South East Australian Alpine & Coastal Loop Experience one of Australia’s most spectacular driving adventures on this unforgettable road trip starting and ending in Adelaide. This epic journey combines iconic coastal roads, winding mountain passes and breathtaking alpine scenery into one seamless route. Travel through the rolling landscapes of the Adelaide Hills before joining the world-famous Great Ocean Road, home to the iconic Twelve Apostles - one of Australia’s most recognisable natural landmarks. Continue through the towering forests of the Black Spur Drive and the sweeping curves of the Grand Ridge Road, before climbing into the high country along the spectacular Great Alpine Road and starting your return back to Adelaide along the Snowy Mountains Highway. Coastal Icons & Technical High-Country Roads The Great Ocean Road (B100): Drive one of the world’s most scenic coastal highways. Witness the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the London Bridge - limestone stacks carved by the Southern Ocean. The Black Spur & Grand Ridge Roads: Master the tight hairpins and towering mountain ash forests of the Yarra Ranges. The Black Spur is globally renowned among driving purists for its rhythmic curves and prehistoric forest scenery. The Great Alpine Road (B500): Ascend the highest year-round accessible road in Australia. Crossing the Victorian Alps this route offers panoramic views of Mount Hotham and the Ovens Valley. The Snowy Mountains Highway (B72): Navigate the high-altitude backbone of the Great Dividing Range. This historic route traverses the rugged sub-alpine plains of the Kosciuszko National Park, offering vast wilderness vistas and a dramatic descent through the Talbingo Mountain hairpins. Regional Highlights Adelaide Hills: Begin your journey through South Australia’s premier cool-climate wine region, famous for its German heritage in Hahndorf and artisanal produce. Gippsland: Wind through the lush, rolling green hills of Victoria’s dairy country. Itinerary Day 1: Adelaide Hills - North East Road, Gorge Road, Norton Summit Road, and Greenhill Road Day 2: The Gateway to the Coast Day 3: The Great Ocean Road, Shipwreck Coast, and Twelve Apostles Day 4: The Great Ocean Road Continued Day 5: Black Spur Drive & Grand Ridge Road Day 6: Historic Gippsland & Walhalla Day 7: The Great Alpine Road Day 8: The Snowy Mountains Highway & Cooma Day 9: The Snowy Mountains Highway, Riverina Plains & Narrandera Day 10: The Sturt Highway to Mildura (The Citrus Capital) Day 11: The Sturt Highway Return back to Adelaide Route Logistics at a Glance Feature Details Start/End Point Adelaide, South Australia States Covered South Australia (SA), Victoria (VIC), New South Wales (NSW) Mountain Passes Great Alpine Road, Black Spur Coastal Highlight The Twelve Apostles (Great Ocean Road) Why choose this Australian road trip? Combines coastal, forest, and alpine driving in one route Features some of Australia’s most iconic scenic roads Ideal for multi-day adventures with diverse landscapes and highlights Trip Information No of Days: 11 Estimated Daily Drive: 4 hrs 38 mins Estimated Max Elevation: 1,839m (6,033ft) Traveller Note! If planning your journey during the Southern Hemisphere winter (June – August) be aware that the Great Alpine Road can experience temporary snow closures. By law, all vehicles entering the alpine resorts during the declared snow season must carry diamond-pattern snow chains and be prepared for sub-zero driving conditions.
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