The Most Spectacular Road Trips Around the World
VIVA – This world has a lot of beautiful views, such as buildings, mountains, beaches, and even streets. There are some very beautiful streets to pass, especially for fans of street trips.
Route 66 or the Pacific Coast Highway is the most spectacular and interesting road to pass. Why is it called spectacular? Because during a trip on this street, people will feel the calm through a beautiful view of the Savanna. Well, here are some of the most spectacular road trips from around the world.
1. Adriatic Highway, Croatia
The Adriatic Highway part of the European route E65 is a scenic route along the east coast of the Adriatic Sea. This road promises endless views of the open sea. However, this road can be a bit of a dangerous journey as the road meanders along the cliffs with the sea below.
2. Suhua Highway, Taiwan
The Suhua Highway in Taiwan is one of the most scenic road routes in Asia, running along the east coast of Taiwan. Despite the stunning views, the road is dangerous to drive due to the narrow turns and falling rocks. June to August is usually the worst month for typhoons and earthquakes. So, it is best to plan this trip according to the weather.
3. Araku Valley, India
For nature lovers, let’s visit the Araku Valley in India. This valley presents spectacular waterfalls, beautiful forests, and coffee plantations. A must-see local attraction is Borra Caves, one of the largest caves in the country. For the best weather, plan to travel between December and February.
4. Jelenia Góra Valley, Poland
The Jelenia Gora Valley is a beautiful city that is rarely seen by tourists. It takes a four-to-five-hour drive from Krakow or Warsaw and is nestled amidst forests and mountains.
Replice is the oldest thermal spa resort in Poland; the hot springs provide perfect relaxation after a long day of driving. While you're in the area, be sure to check out Karkonosze National Park which has the highest peak in the Sudetes.
5. Lamar Valley, United States
If you're looking for wildlife, the road trip through the Lamar Valley won't disappoint. The Lamar Valley is home to many animals, including; bears, bison, wolf, forked horns, badgers, bald eagles, osprey, deer, elk, and coyote. On the other side of the Lamar Valley is Yellowstone National Park.
The section from Red Lodge to Cooke City, called the Beartooth Highway, is one of the most winding mountain roads on this list and is only open to tourists from May to September.
6. Foothills Parkway, United States
Built as a scenic route through Great Smokey Mountain National Park in Tennessee with stunning views of the Great Smokey Mountains and Cumberland Mountains, is the Foothills Parkway.
Although the road project started in 1944, it is still under construction with only two sections of the road access to the public. The longer route is 33 miles, connecting US 129 and US 321, and has a very stunning view, especially in the fall season.
7. Crowsnest Highway, Canada
Crowsnest Highway in Canada is one of the most beautiful streets running through the southern provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. Tourists will pass through winding roads with views of the Rocky Mountains. This road is a route that is best traveled in the summer months.
8. Darling River Run, Australia
The Darling River Run in Australia is one of the best road trips to go through. If you want a relaxing road trip, it will take you a minimum of four days to drive the full route which will take you through several national parks. Just down the road is the Wentworth River port which is well worth a visit for its wine, waterfall, and water ski excursions.