sometimes it’s as much about the journey
as it is about the destination welcome
to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
bucket lists road trips for this list
we’ve chosen road trips that can be
taken around the world based on what
they offer to tourists whether it’s
scenery culture history food or
something else number 10
Atlantic Road Norway the shortest trip
on our list but one of the most
breathtaking the Atlantic Road is a five
plus mile section of highway 64 from
Christian sound to mould in Norway with
sharp turns and dramatic views it
zigzags over low bridges offering plenty
of picture-taking opportunities
especially at sunset during storms the
waves crash over the rocks and sometimes
even your windshield making your drive
that much more dramatic there’s also
plenty to do and see along the way
fishing diving and windsurfing are just
some of the popular activities if you’re
lucky you may even see some whales and
seals number 9 Ring Road Iceland a more
popular tourist destination in recent
years
Iceland offers some of the most amazing
tourist experiences the Ring Road the
country’s main road and also aptly known
as route 1 circles around the island and
goes through its main inhabited areas
driving the roads almost 830 miles
you’ll encounter majestic scenery
explore the many natural wonders and
discover the local culture from national
parks to dramatic waterfalls the Ring
Road takes you on a journey through
volcanoes geysers glaciers icebergs
lagoons and miles of amazing coastline
number 8 the Scottish Highlands – Wales
the United Kingdom driving from the
Scottish Highlands to Wales is the
ultimate UK roadtrip that has a little
bit of everything
nature history culture sports and of
course whisky from the scenic vistas of
the Highlands – the beauty of the
English countryside and then south to
Wales this drive is a magnificent trip
through some of the United Kingdom’s
most beautiful areas world-class golf
courses historic castles romantic
countryside ins islands locks whiskey
distilleries and so much more this road
trip is the perfect drive to discover
Britain’s old-world charm number 7 the
Great Ocean Road Australia this 151 mile
drive is as its name suggests a
beautiful trip along Australia’s
southeastern coast explore the
rainforest scenery of the Otway range
check out iconic surf spots taken on
inspiring waterfalls and discover the
various cultural and historic
attractions of the seaside towns from
mountains to oceans cliffs to rain
forests this Drive takes you through
beautiful national parks offering
glimpses of local wildlife like
kangaroos penguins and eaters and koalas
the tour de force of this trip are the
Twelve Apostles which are rugged rock
formations almost 150 feet high that
majestically rise out of the ocean
number 6 route 66 USA a crossroad of the
past and the present the tacky and the
historic the crowded city and the vast
open space route 66 is the most iconic
Road in the United States originally
stretching from Chicago to Santa Monica
route 66 wound its way through the
plains of Kansas Oklahoma and Missouri
and the green valleys of California
while it’s no longer possible to drive
the entire route uninterrupted you can
still drive parts of the original road
a true slice of Americana the Mother
Road will take roadtrippers past old
trading posts cafes post offices gas
stations and drive-ins number 5
interstate 80
USA another great American road trip is
along Interstate 80 bisecting the
country from east to west I 80 travels
from New Jersey to San Francisco the
second longest interstate highway in the
country
i-80 is the road that most resembles the
first highway across America known as
the Lincoln Highway IAD also traces
other important historic routes
including the Oregon Trail the
California trail and the
Transcontinental Railroad covering
almost 2,900 miles IAD passes through
some of the most beautiful places in the
country including the San Francisco Bay
Area the deserts of Nevada the Great
Salt Lake the Continental Divide and
many more number four
Cabot Trail Canada while the Rockies are
a top Canadian roadtrip this one edges
it out with the Gulf of st. Lawrence on
one side and the sprawling Atlantic on
the other this is one drive that is
nothing short of spectacular
the 185 mile loop around Cape Breton and
Nova Scotia lets travelers explore some
of the very best maritime Canada has to
offer discover the vibrant Gaelic and
Acadian cultures dine on fresh seafood
stay in charming B&B s and ends hike the
multiple amazing trails in cape breton
highlands national park or simply pull
over at one of the many lookout points
for great photo ops with dense forests
steep twists and turns rocky cliffs and
the not uncommon moose sightings the
cabot trail is a must drive for any Road
Trip aficionado number three the Amalfi
Coast Italy Italy’s most scenic stretch
of coastline the Amalfi Coast became a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 with
narrow roads steep cliffs sharp
turns red taking views and those
famously daring Italian drivers this
road is one of the more thrilling drives
of the region kissing the shoreline from
Sorrento to Salerno the Amalfi Coast
takes travelers through pastel villages
set in the hillside fruit groves
vineyards gardens lush mountains and
turquoise waters explore the coves and
hidden beaches walk the cobblestone
streets of the ancient villages soaking
up the local culture and history watch
fishermen haul in the day’s catch and
dine on delicious Italian fare hop on
your Vespa head to the next town and
repeat number two the South Island
circuit New Zealand there is no better
place for an epic road trip than New
Zealand as any Lord of the Rings fan
knows New Zealand is home to some of the
most enchanting and diverse landscapes
on earth from snow-capped peaks to
crystal-clear glacier Lakes the South
Island circuit takes travelers through
national parks quaint villages by
rushing streams along rugged coastlines
and ancient forests drive through
Christchurch Dunedin Milford Sound and
Queenstown and take in the local Kiwi
culture this is the stuff hobbit dreams
are made of before we unveil our top
pick here are some honorable mentions
number one the Pacific Coast Highway USA
with steep cliffs sharp drop-offs and
narrow shoulders this road is not for
the faint of heart but it’s well worth
the drive because it offers some of the
most amazing views in the entire country
hugging the coast from San Francisco to
Orange County the Pacific Coast Highway
also known as Highway one travels
through historic Monterey the arts
colony of Carmel Big Sur first Castle
and on to Los Angeles from ragged cliffs
jutting out into the Pacific to giant
redwood and sycamore trees to vineyards
and fruit groves the views are so
outstanding pictures just don’t do it
justice do you agree with our list which
road trip is on your bucket list for
more must-see top 10s published every
day be sure to subscribe to
watchmojo.com
as it is about the destination welcome
to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
bucket lists road trips for this list
we’ve chosen road trips that can be
taken around the world based on what
they offer to tourists whether it’s
scenery culture history food or
something else number 10
Atlantic Road Norway the shortest trip
on our list but one of the most
breathtaking the Atlantic Road is a five
plus mile section of highway 64 from
Christian sound to mould in Norway with
sharp turns and dramatic views it
zigzags over low bridges offering plenty
of picture-taking opportunities
especially at sunset during storms the
waves crash over the rocks and sometimes
even your windshield making your drive
that much more dramatic there’s also
plenty to do and see along the way
fishing diving and windsurfing are just
some of the popular activities if you’re
lucky you may even see some whales and
seals number 9 Ring Road Iceland a more
popular tourist destination in recent
years
Iceland offers some of the most amazing
tourist experiences the Ring Road the
country’s main road and also aptly known
as route 1 circles around the island and
goes through its main inhabited areas
driving the roads almost 830 miles
you’ll encounter majestic scenery
explore the many natural wonders and
discover the local culture from national
parks to dramatic waterfalls the Ring
Road takes you on a journey through
volcanoes geysers glaciers icebergs
lagoons and miles of amazing coastline
number 8 the Scottish Highlands – Wales
the United Kingdom driving from the
Scottish Highlands to Wales is the
ultimate UK roadtrip that has a little
bit of everything
nature history culture sports and of
course whisky from the scenic vistas of
the Highlands – the beauty of the
English countryside and then south to
Wales this drive is a magnificent trip
through some of the United Kingdom’s
most beautiful areas world-class golf
courses historic castles romantic
countryside ins islands locks whiskey
distilleries and so much more this road
trip is the perfect drive to discover
Britain’s old-world charm number 7 the
Great Ocean Road Australia this 151 mile
drive is as its name suggests a
beautiful trip along Australia’s
southeastern coast explore the
rainforest scenery of the Otway range
check out iconic surf spots taken on
inspiring waterfalls and discover the
various cultural and historic
attractions of the seaside towns from
mountains to oceans cliffs to rain
forests this Drive takes you through
beautiful national parks offering
glimpses of local wildlife like
kangaroos penguins and eaters and koalas
the tour de force of this trip are the
Twelve Apostles which are rugged rock
formations almost 150 feet high that
majestically rise out of the ocean
number 6 route 66 USA a crossroad of the
past and the present the tacky and the
historic the crowded city and the vast
open space route 66 is the most iconic
Road in the United States originally
stretching from Chicago to Santa Monica
route 66 wound its way through the
plains of Kansas Oklahoma and Missouri
and the green valleys of California
while it’s no longer possible to drive
the entire route uninterrupted you can
still drive parts of the original road
a true slice of Americana the Mother
Road will take roadtrippers past old
trading posts cafes post offices gas
stations and drive-ins number 5
interstate 80
USA another great American road trip is
along Interstate 80 bisecting the
country from east to west I 80 travels
from New Jersey to San Francisco the
second longest interstate highway in the
country
i-80 is the road that most resembles the
first highway across America known as
the Lincoln Highway IAD also traces
other important historic routes
including the Oregon Trail the
California trail and the
Transcontinental Railroad covering
almost 2,900 miles IAD passes through
some of the most beautiful places in the
country including the San Francisco Bay
Area the deserts of Nevada the Great
Salt Lake the Continental Divide and
many more number four
Cabot Trail Canada while the Rockies are
a top Canadian roadtrip this one edges
it out with the Gulf of st. Lawrence on
one side and the sprawling Atlantic on
the other this is one drive that is
nothing short of spectacular
the 185 mile loop around Cape Breton and
Nova Scotia lets travelers explore some
of the very best maritime Canada has to
offer discover the vibrant Gaelic and
Acadian cultures dine on fresh seafood
stay in charming B&B s and ends hike the
multiple amazing trails in cape breton
highlands national park or simply pull
over at one of the many lookout points
for great photo ops with dense forests
steep twists and turns rocky cliffs and
the not uncommon moose sightings the
cabot trail is a must drive for any Road
Trip aficionado number three the Amalfi
Coast Italy Italy’s most scenic stretch
of coastline the Amalfi Coast became a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 with
narrow roads steep cliffs sharp
turns red taking views and those
famously daring Italian drivers this
road is one of the more thrilling drives
of the region kissing the shoreline from
Sorrento to Salerno the Amalfi Coast
takes travelers through pastel villages
set in the hillside fruit groves
vineyards gardens lush mountains and
turquoise waters explore the coves and
hidden beaches walk the cobblestone
streets of the ancient villages soaking
up the local culture and history watch
fishermen haul in the day’s catch and
dine on delicious Italian fare hop on
your Vespa head to the next town and
repeat number two the South Island
circuit New Zealand there is no better
place for an epic road trip than New
Zealand as any Lord of the Rings fan
knows New Zealand is home to some of the
most enchanting and diverse landscapes
on earth from snow-capped peaks to
crystal-clear glacier Lakes the South
Island circuit takes travelers through
national parks quaint villages by
rushing streams along rugged coastlines
and ancient forests drive through
Christchurch Dunedin Milford Sound and
Queenstown and take in the local Kiwi
culture this is the stuff hobbit dreams
are made of before we unveil our top
pick here are some honorable mentions
number one the Pacific Coast Highway USA
with steep cliffs sharp drop-offs and
narrow shoulders this road is not for
the faint of heart but it’s well worth
the drive because it offers some of the
most amazing views in the entire country
hugging the coast from San Francisco to
Orange County the Pacific Coast Highway
also known as Highway one travels
through historic Monterey the arts
colony of Carmel Big Sur first Castle
and on to Los Angeles from ragged cliffs
jutting out into the Pacific to giant
redwood and sycamore trees to vineyards
and fruit groves the views are so
outstanding pictures just don’t do it
justice do you agree with our list which
road trip is on your bucket list for
more must-see top 10s published every
day be sure to subscribe to
watchmojo.com
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