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5 Best Scenic Road Trips In The World

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T raveling is a splendid way to take a breather from your fast-tracked lives and appreciate the wonders this world has to offer.

Though reaching your main destination by flying saves plenty of time to make the most of your trip, the most you’ll be able to see while sailing through heights are large clouds in the day sky and twinkling lights from the ever-awake city life. A road trip opens up a world of scenery you probably would not have discovered without a calming drive along the countryside, or a cruise on a rocky road surrounded by mountains.

If that sounds appealing enough to start your car, here are some of the best scenic road trips in the world you can get lost in!

The Romantic Road, Germany

Stretching over 350 kilometers of land, the Romantic Road in Germany is truly a sight to see. From its northern endpoint at Wurzburg to its southern point at Fussen, you will be able to cruise freely through mountains and lush forests. To experience the true romantic nature of the road, visit during early autumn or late spring for the blissful breeze to wrap itself around your locomotive as you pass through lavish medieval castles and picturesque towns.

On the way to your pit stops, you can also see the great Neuschwanstein Castle, which was Walt Disney’s inspiration for the famous Disney Castle!

The Chapman’s Peak Drive, South Africa

Close to the infamous Cape Town in South Africa, lies Chapman's Peak Drive, covering 9 kilometers, and runs along Chapman's peak. The road was made by the rocks from the mountain itself, allowing you to see the granite road dissolve into the mountain’s soft sandstone.

If you wish to stay and explore the drive, you can stop at any of the multiple options available for a pit stop!

Route 66, the United States of America

Dubbed as one of the most evocative roads of the world, Route 6 -best known as the Mother Road- leads you through not 1 but 7 states in the United States, starting from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica in California!

If you are too tired of city life, Route 66 will help you relive the old-timey dreams of your life guiding you through vintage and Mid-Century hotels and classic diners to get in touch with the true American Dream.

Since the entire route covers more than 4000 kilometers, it will take 2 weeks or more to complete the entire trip. However, if you are on a schedule, you can also visit the most famous points and circle back home!

Karakoram Highway, Pakistan

Finished in 1979, the Karakoram Highway in Pakistan -previously known as the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway- is one of the highest roads in the world. Along with that, its main attraction is the Khunjerab Pass, being the highest land border in the world located at more than 4,800 meters in height.

With the magnificent mountain peaks and glistening lakes, such as the Attabad Lake, on the way, you will wish to make a stop at each point -making the journey last around more than a few weeks!

The Ring Road, Iceland

Being the only road that circles the entire country starting from Reykjavik, the Ring Road in Iceland is truly one of a kind.

The drive stretches across 1330 kilometers and takes you through all the swoon-worthy stops around Iceland, all the way from the countryside up north, and icy glaciers in the east. Though a week is enough time to visit the best of the beautiful ring road, it is suggested to take at least 2 weeks to bask in nature. Waterfalls such as Skogafoss and the West fjords- the longest ones in the world- can be accessed through the road as well.

If you were waiting for the final push to convince you to pack a couple of bags and set out to take the road trip of a lifetime, this is it!

Grant yourself a well-deserved break from your regular life and take the plunge. Create the best playlist of songs and get your favorite snacks to provide company as you cruise through the most picturesque and glorious sights you will ever see on the best scenic road trips in the world!