California Highway 1

If you want to drive the most beautiful coastal road once in your life, you should come to California, rent a car and bring 2-3 days with you. Here you can expect swanky mansions in Orange County, sandy beaches, endless palm trees, dune landscapes, forests full of redwood trees, granite rocks that catch the rough waves and dreamy little towns such as Carmel-by-the-Sea or the university town of Santa Barbara. With a bit of luck, you might even spot seals or whales. The entire route, which also takes you through Los Angeles and San Francisco, is 1055 kilometers long. Take enough time to enjoy the beauty and admire the many great sights along the way.